A trip to Kerala - tropical region of India
HIGHLIGHTS
Get an experiecne of the Indian tropics on a compact seven-day trip to India’s southwestern coast.
The mountains surrounding Kerala are a part of western ghats end, and extends upto the southern most point of India. Stroll Kerala’s beaches, paddle a canoe through its backwaters along quiet canals, explore southern palaces, and savour some of the country’s most incredible flavours. Venture into a part of India that’s truly off the beaten path amid the cool, luxuriant greens of this tropical paradise.
The diversity of Kerala is unbelievable. A tropical region, which also consists of Hill stations, Paddy Fields, the Tea Gardens, the beaches and much more.
DAY WISE ITINERARY
Day 1 - Kochi : Arrival at Kochi
Day 2 - Munnar : Experience Kochi
Day 3 - Munnar : Tea Plantations of Munnar
Day 4 - Alleppey : Sail through the backwaters
Day 5 - Kumarakom : Backwaters to Kumarakom
Day 6 - Kumarakom : Kumarakom
Day 7 - Kochi : Depart back with happy memories
WHAT'S INCLUDED
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
WHAT TO EXPECT
TRANSFERS
TRIP COST
ITINERARY
Check in at your hotel and relax after for the day. You have an option to enjoy a traditional dance performance of south India - Kathakali. Entrance fees is not included.
Post Breakfast, we head out to explore Kochi. We see the elegant Chinese fishing nets and explore the winding streets of the old town. Indulge in this historic town and soak in the culture which is a mix of old and new.
Later in the day, depart to Munnar - a picturesque hill station
Post breakfast, we head out to take a stroll through multiple Tea Plantations.
These plantations produce one of the best teas in the world. You will get an experience through the multiple stages of Tea Making procedure.
You also get to enjoy the samples of Tea.
Later, visit the local markets and explore the local products produced and sold by the local craftsmen and businessmen.
Munnar - Alleppey - Keralan backwaters.
We set off on a scenic drive to Alleppey. Arrive and board our simply furnished private rice-boat for a journey through the lush backwaters. Our boat takes us along the enchanting palm-fringed backwaters, passing local villages and fascinating scenes of everyday rural life.
We disembark at Kumarakom, technically a cluster of islands on Lake Vembanad - one of Asia’s largest freshwater lakes. This is an ideal place to relax for the next two days and enjoy the beautiful scenery. There is also a wonderful bird sanctuary which is certainly worthy of a visit.
Day Free to explore Kumarakom by yourself.
After breakfast we travel back to Kochi and include a transfer to the airport.
Please note: flights from Kochi should depart after 2pm.
GENERAL INFO AND FAQ
Booking and Cancellation
Standard Payment Policy
- Pay 10% Advance and block your tour ,
- Pay 40% in next 7 days (if your tour date is above 60 days)
- 75% payment is required minimum to book tour, If your tour date falls within 45 days than
- 100% payment is required, If your tours falls within 30 days then
These are standard payment terms , in case of any deviation please check individual package policy. In extreme case these policy might get deviated so please check package payment also mentioned on package detail page.
Standard Cancellation Policy
- 0% Cancellation Charges if cancelled 3 months
- 10% cancellation within charges cancelled within 60 to 45 days
- 20% Cancellation Charges if Cancelled within 45-30 days
- 50% Cancellation charges if Cancelled within 30 to 15 days
- 80% Cancellation Charges if cancelled within 15 days of tour start date
These are standard cancellation charges, would be applicable to all packages unless mentioned specific on package detail page.