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Overview
Explore Kerala, the God's Own Country, by visiting the beautiful hills, valleys, midland plains and coastal belts. Kerala's backwaters are about not only the life along the narrow canals, but also the communal harmony that quietly exists. We will explore most of the main destinations of Kerala including Kochi, Thekkady and Kumarakom.
What's included
Private transportation
Train tickets for 03 Tier Air condition sleeper coach
Boat Ride at Periyar National Park
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Air-conditioned vehicle
02 Nights Accommodation at Coconut Lagoon, Kumarakom on Bed & Breakfast basis
Breakfast
01 Night Accommodation at Spice Village, Thekkady on Bed & Breakfast basis
01 Night Accommodation at Casino Hotel, Cochin on Bed & Breakfast basis
Gratuities
Anything else not mentioned in inclusions.
What to expect
Day 1: Arrive Cochin + Half Day Sightseeing Cochin
Kochi (Cochin)
4h
Upon arrival at Cochin International Airport or if a guest is staying at any other hotel within Cochin city, They will be received by our representative and chauffer and then we will transfer them to our pre-booked hotel
Kochi is situated on the southwest coast of the Indian peninsula in the breathtakingly scenic and prosperous state of Kerala, God's Own Country. Stroll along the beach, especially at sunset with the Chinese fishing nets and sailing ships in the background, is a memorable experience.
Later we will proceed for the half-day city tour of Kochi visiting: Jewish Synagogue (closed on Fridays and Saturdays),
Dutch Palace (closed on Friday)
Chinese Fishing nets.
After breakfast at the hotel and drive to Thekkady (approx. 4.5 hours) and check in to the hotel in Thekkady.
It is the most popular wildlife sanctuary in southern India, covering a large area of 777 sq. Kms. The sanctuary was made a part of Project Tiger in 1973, but it is better known for the elephants. In the afternoon, proceed for a plantation tour of the Spice Village property offered by the hotel. Enjoy the remaining day at leisure.
After your breakfast at the hotel, your guide will pick you at the designated time for a boat ride on Lake Periyar, a man-made lake. See the wildlife on the banks of the lake between the shore and the forest edge and spot birds.
Later on, drive to Kumarakom (approx. 5 hrs) and on arrival, we will take you to check in to the hotel.
Periyar Lake
1h · Admission ticket included
Boat Ride
Day 4: Kumarakom
Kumarakom
4m
Kumarakom is a serenely beautiful and scenic backwater destination and also a charming peninsula jutting into the Vembanad Lake.
There is an old rubber plantation around the lake that has been developed into a bird sanctuary. A path goes through the swamp to the main nesting area while the island in the middle of the lake can be reached by boat.
After breakfast, we will travel back to Kochi (approx. 1.2 hours) and drop you off at your hotel in Kochi or Cochin International Airport for your onward flight.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
We pick up the guest from the arrival hall of the airport and drop them at their pre-booked hotel or any other location within the city.
Additional information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
