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Enchanting Kerala Tour: Backwaters, Beaches & Wildlife Adventure

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Quick Itinerary: Kochi(2N) → Munnar(2N) → Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary(1N) → Kumarakom(1N) → Kovalam(3N)

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Day 1 Arrive Cochin
Upon arrival in Cochin by international flight, guests are welcomed in the traditional Indian way and transferred to the pre-booked hotel. Cochin has historically served as a gateway for India in trade relations, showcasing Jewish, Portuguese, Chinese, Arabic, and Indian architectural influences. In the evening, experience a Kathakali dance performance, one of Kerala's ancient forms of dance-theater. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast at the hotel, Head to the excursion of the city & visit the following places: St. Francis’s Church, Located in Fort Kochi, is the oldest European church in India. The Mattancherry Palace: Portuguese palace popularly known as the Dutch Palace. Cookery classes of Nimmy Paul (subject to booking and availability): A food consultant, she teaches guests the nuances of traditional Kerala recipes. Jew Town: the Jewish Synagogue was built in the year 1568. Spice market: where the air is filled with the pungent smell of spices, Chinese fishing nets
 Morning at leisure, later drive to Munnar, 150 km/4 hrs. You will enjoy the road journey, with the scenic beauty of waterfalls, high mountains, and low-flying clouds passing through. Upon arrival, check in the hotel for an overnight stay. Munnar is one of India's most popular hill stations, situated at the confluence of three mountain streams—Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni, and Kundala (1600 Mts. above sea level).
 Morning, after breakfast, visit the world's highest tea estates spread over hundreds of kilometers and Eravikulam National Park (the Park is closed in January and February), the best place to see the Nilgiri Tahr (mountain goat). For the rest of the day, you can explore the destination independently. Overnight stay at hotel.
Visit Periyar Wildlife Reserve, 160 km & 4 hrs drive, one of the finest wildlife sanctuaries in India. Upon arrival at Periyar, check in at hotel.
Early in the morning, before breakfast, at 06 - 30 hrs, we go on a boat cruise to the sanctuary on Lake Periyar to view wildlife. After two hours of wildlife viewing, return to the hotel for breakfast.
On day 7, after breakfast a visit to Bird Sanctuary. This area is famous for backwaters & village life along it. Thothapalli (by Cruise in Houseboat) - On arrival board the houseboat, locally called Kettuvallam, and cruise around backwaters of Kumarakom to Thothapalli to observe and experience the daily life of the villagers along the backwaters. Overnight stay in the houseboat.
Disembark the houseboat; next, we head for Kovalam, a 90 km & 2 hrs drive. It is one of India's best beaches and is famous for water sports in Southern India. Overnight stay
 Head to the city tour of Trivandrum, located at the southern-west tip of India, with an area of 2192 sq kms. We will visit the following places: Kuthiramalika (Puthenmalika) Palace Museum: The museum displays King Swathi Thirunal’s paintings and collection of musical instruments, as well as an assortment of war arms belonging to the royal family of Travancore. Napier Museum: It has an astounding display of traditional Kerala chariots and ivory carvings, a collection of the Chera, Chola, Pandya coins & many more ethnic & ancient things. Padmanabhaswamy Temple: A famous Hindu temple of Lord Vishnu is located inside the city's East Fort. Come back to Kovalam. Overnight - Kovalam.
Breakfast at the hotel. Day spent in leisure and overnight stay at the hotel.
On day 11, in time, transfer to Trivandrum International Airport to board the flight back home.

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  • Accommodation: 10 nights in well-rated hotels and a houseboat (as per itinerary).
  • Meals: Daily breakfast at the hotels and meals on the houseboat (lunch, dinner, and breakfast).
  • Airport/Station Transfers: Pick-up and drop-off services at Cochin and Trivandrum.
  • Transportation: All transfers and sightseeing by air-conditioned vehicle with a private driver.
  • Sightseeing Tours: Guided tours of Cochin, Munnar, Periyar, Kumarakom, and Trivandrum.
  • Kathakali Dance Show: Traditional dance performance in Cochin.
  • Periyar Boat Cruise: Wildlife viewing on Lake Periyar by boat.
  • Houseboat Cruise: Overnight stay and cruise along the backwaters in a traditional houseboat (Kettuvallam).
  • Trivandrum City Tour: Visit key attractions like Kuthiramalika Palace, Napier Museum, and Padmanabhaswamy Temple.
  • All Applicable Taxes and Service Charges, Including parking, tolls, and state taxes.
  • International and Domestic Flights: Airfare to and from India.
  • Entry Fees for Monuments: Entrance fees to parks, museums, and temples.
  • Visa Fees: Indian visa charges are not included.
  • Personal Expenses: Laundry, phone calls, beverages, and any extra services at the hotels.
  • Optional Activities: Additional excursions, spa treatments, or water sports.
  • Travel Insurance: Health, baggage, or cancellation insurance.
  • Camera/Video Fees: Any applicable charges at monuments or parks.
  • Early Check-In or Late Check-Out: Extra charges for late arrival or departure from hotels.
  • Gratuities: Tips for guides, drivers, or hotel staff.
  • Meals Not Included in the Itinerary: Any meals other than those specified.

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What's Good: Team was very courteous and cooperative. Itinerary was crafted very well, and our specific requirements (which were kind of off-schedule) were also addressed. Driver and vehicle pr (Read More)ovided were very good. Team followed up for every aspect and addressed all the concerns. Unlike other tour operators, they did not insist on full payment before starting the tour.
What's Not Good: Nothing specific

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Subhrajit's Trip to Kerala

4 /5

(Written on 24 Mar, 2025)

What's Good: everything was good ..Mr.vikas was good... over all my family was happy with the trip.
What's Not Good: 1st sightSeeing at kochi then munnar but the driver took other way (Read More) because as per the itenery , it was a very different route...Mr.vikas didn't book in anything in kochi..WE went with driver to munnar..family was scared since there was no bookings done the hills and route was dangerous...madurai was also not according to the itenary ....i didn't cut it short but the agent cut it to short by himself without informing...munnar hotel worst.....i was ready to pay extra but the agent did not discuss with me anything before booking anything.. itinerary was not provided as discussed it it was executed correctly

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(Written on 19 Mar, 2025)

What's Good: Better communication and safe nice driver.
What's Not Good: Hotels / property stay. Food at the hotel.

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(Written on 09 Mar, 2025)

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