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Duration
10 Nights 11 Days
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Tour Type
Special Interest Tours
Tours for International Travellers
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Group Size
2 - 50 Pax

Kerala Holidays

Thekkady Bamboo Rafting
Kerala

Details

10 NIGHTS / 11 DAYS
ROUTING: KOVALAM | HOUSEBOAT | KUMARAKOM | THEKKADY | MUNNAR | COCHIN

India is a tourist’s playground with diverse landscapes and cultures that will amaze you at every turn. With winter almost at your doorstep, you’re bound to be spoilt for choice when it comes to picking their year-end destination. This 10 nights 11 days Kerala Holiday Package is a perfect unwinding tour package for travelers from Australia, United Kingdom, United States of America, Canada or from Europe.

Kovalam Beach

You are greeted on arrival at the Trivandrum International Airport/Railway station by The Travel Planners representative and thereafter transfer you to the Resort. Rest of the day free to relax in the resort and stay overnight in your resort.

Trivandrum or Thiruvananthapuram, is the ideal place to start your Kerala journey. Situated between the mighty Western Ghats and the huge Arabian Sea, it was referred to as the “Evergreen City of India” by Mahatma Gandhi. Trivandrum has a rich history and was once home to several princely states and dynasties. There are several official buildings that populate the city such as the Napier Museum, The Kerala Government Secretariat, Kerala Legislature Assembly Complex and Legislature Museum. Some of the other Trivandrum sightseeing options are Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Kuthiramallikka Palace, and East Fort.

Padmanabhaswamy Temple

Today morning after breakfast you can go to the beach and free to relax in the beach, afternoon you can do the sightseeing of Trivandrum [The Capital of Kerala]. Here you can see the 260 year old Sri Padmanabha Swami Temple, Puthan Maliga Palace Museum [200 year old Palace of the Travancore Maharaja's], Napier Museum [Which has an electric display of bronzes, temple carts, Ivory carvings etc..] and Sri Chitra Art Gallery. Evening relax at beach. Overnight at resort.

If you’re a beach lover, then you’ll adore the international beaches of Kovalam. You can either leisurely enjoy the calming waves, a glorious sunset, or get some peaceful massages done. The warm tropical sun will soothe your nerves and rejuvenate you completely.

Houseboat

Your Kerala trip continues with a post-breakfast drive to Alleppey. On arrival, you will be boarding a traditional Kerala houseboat which will cruise through Alleppey’s winding waterways, providing an insight into the lifestyle, culture and unrelenting beauty of small fishing villages. A houseboat cruise is a perfect place to enjoy an uninterrupted view of life in the backwaters. You can just float along and witness the watery world of hamlets, the paddy fields, punted canoes, and the village life along the banks. Overnight stay will be in the houseboat.

Kumarakom Backwaters

Today morning after breakfast, proceed to kumarakom which has a panoramic backwater stretches, lush paddy fields, highlands and extensive rubber plantations. Afternoon visit Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. There you can spot King fisher, Wood peeker, Drongo, Egrets, Bee-caters etc. Overnight at resort. Motor boat cruise (optional)

Thekkady Elephants

Morning drive to Thekkady the famous wild life sanctuary of South India. On arrival check in at hotel. Periyar wildlife sanctuary, home to nomadic tribes of wild elephant, boar, deer, the great Indian tiger and more. Overnight at resort.

Thekkady Bamboo Rafting

Morning after breakfast, Visit spice plantations like cardamom, cinnamon, pepper, coffee, tea estates etc. On your way back to the hotel, you could stop at the local market and pick up some fragrant spices. Overnight at resort.

Munnar Hills

Morning after Breakfast depart for Munnar enjoying the scenic beauty & high mountains with the low flying clouds passing by. You can do on the way sightseeing of Munnar and witness tea gardens spread like a green carpet over hundreds of kilometers, lush green hills, a place so difficult to describe, very low population too far from pollution, most of the area covered by Tata tea. Check in and evening relax at hotel. Overnight at resort.

Munnar is one of the best honeymoon places in India if you’re a sucker for greenery. Situated at about 1600 m above sea level, it’s the land of tea and spices. A drive through the lush green plantations is surely going to lift your spirits up. A lot of couples look for honeymoon packages in Munnar because it’s one of the best natural wonders in India. The ample greenery around makes it simply a paradise on earth, especially in winter when it takes on a whole new form.

Munnar

Morning sightseeing in Munnar which includes Mattupetty, Eco-Point, Tea Museum, Pothamedu etc. You can also enjoy boating in the Lake (optional). Overnight at resort.

If you’re interested in sightseeing in Munnar, then you’re in for a treat. We have one of the best Munnar sightseeing packages that cover the splendour of Munnar for you to experience. If you’re interested in understanding the workings of tea plantations, then you should visit the Tea Museum. You can also visit the Mattupetty Dam which offers fun boat rides. There are some splendid waterfalls that you can check out in Munnar such as the Attukal, Cheeyappara, and Valera Falls. If you love wildlife, you can also check out the Eravikulam National Park.

Today morning Drive to cochin. Here you can see the St Francis Church, the oldest Church in India, 500 year old Portuguese Houses, Chinese fishing nets, 16th century Synagogue, Jew Town and Mattancherry Palace, built by Portuguese, this Palace contains some of India’s most beautiful murals. Evening go for shopping. Overnight at resort.

In the final leg of the journey, you’ll be a part of the cosmopolitan culture of Cochin and an intermingling of the ancient and the contemporary. Here you will get to experience some of the oldest colonial houses, palaces, and the famous Chinese fishing nets.

Cochin - Fishing Nets

To fully enjoy the wonders of Kochi, you must spend one more day here. Some of the best sightseeing options are the Chinese Fishing Nets, Hill Palace Museum, Santa Cruz Basilica Church, Dutch Palace, and a string of museums and galleries. Overnight stay at resort.

Morning after breakfast transfer to Airport or Railway Station for the onward Journey.



Tour Cost per person in USD

Validity Premium Luxury
01 Oct 2024 – 15 Dec 2024 $ 1,150 $ 1,450

Accommodation

Destination Deluxe Premium
Kovalam The Ayur Villa Travancore Heritage
Houseboat Premium Luxury
Kumarakom Gokulam Grand Coconut Lagoon
Thekkady Green Woods Spice Village
Munnar Tall Trees Spice Tree
Cochin Dutch Bungalow Fragrant Nature

Cost Includes & Excludes

COST INCLUDES COST EXCLUDES
    • Accommodation in mentioned Hotels
    • Breakfast at all hotels
    • All meals at Houseboat A/C
    • Transportation using A/C Car as per itinerary
    • One Body rejuvenation massage at Kovalam
    • Bamboo rafting at Thekkady
    • Spice plantation visit at Thekkady
    • Kolukumalai Jeep Safari
    • Tea factory visit in Munnar
    • Kathakali dance at Cochin
    • Halfday English speaking guide for Cochin Sightseeing
    • Arrival assistance
    • Service of an English speaking driver
    • Driver’s expense, parking, toll
    • All Taxes
  • Flight / Train tickets
  • Services / facilities not mentioned in cost includes
  • Extra meals or Drinks
  • Tips
  • Telephone charges
  • Laundry & other expenses of personal nature

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