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Overview
With golden beaches, breezy hill towns and sleepy backwaters, Kerala is India at its most laid-back. We’ll uncover the best of this south-western state, from its tea and spice plantations to its cultural cities (where you’ll find ancient temples and reminders of the area’s colonial heritage). You’ll also have the chance to spot a little of the local wildlife – as we cruise along Lake Periyar, we’ll keep an eye out for elephants, deer, otters and even tigers along the shoreline.
Whats Included
- 9 nights in hotels, 1 night cruise and 1 in flight (accommodation as specified or similar)
- International flights. Prices are based on return flights with Emirates from London Heathrow or Gatwick via Dubai. Supplements may apply from other airports
- 29 meals: 10 breakfasts (days 3-12) 9 lunches (days 3-11) 10 dinners (days 2-11)
7 excursions and visits
- Tour of Kochi including tuk-tuk ride
- Tour of Cochin
- Tour of Munnar and its surroundings
- Visits to a tea plantation and museum, and spice garden
- Boat ride on Lake Periyar
- Houseboat cruise
- Kathakali dance performance
Plus
- Titan’s VIP door-to-door travel service
- Local Titan tour manager
- Travel in destination by coach
- Porterage
Itinerary
Classic Kerala Tour – Itinerary
Day 1: UK – Kochi
- Depart from the UK on your scheduled flight to Kochi.
Day 2: Kochi
- Arrive in Kochi and transfer to your hotel.
- Evening at leisure to relax or explore the local area.
Day 3: Kochi
- Morning city tour of Kochi, including:
- Fort Kochi
- St. Francis Church
- Chinese Fishing Nets
- Jewish Synagogue
- Dutch Palace
- Evening Kathakali dance performance at a local theatre.
Day 4: Kochi – Munnar
- Depart for Munnar, a hill station known for its tea plantations.
- Afternoon at leisure to enjoy the scenic surroundings.
Day 5: Munnar
- Visit a tea plantation and museum to learn about tea production.
- Explore Eravikulam National Park, home to the endangered Nilgiri Tahr.
Day 6: Munnar – Thekkady
- Travel to Thekkady, near Periyar National Park.
- Afternoon boat ride on Lake Periyar to observe wildlife.
Day 7: Thekkady
- Guided nature walk in Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary.
- Visit a local spice plantation to learn about various spices grown in the region.
Day 8: Thekkady – Alleppey
- Drive to Alleppey and board a traditional houseboat.
- Cruise through the backwaters, observing village life and enjoying the serene landscape.
Day 9: Alleppey – Kovalam
- Disembark from the houseboat and travel to Kovalam, a coastal town known for its beaches.
- Afternoon at leisure to relax on the beach.
Day 10: Kovalam
- Day at leisure to enjoy the beach or optional activities.
Day 11: Kovalam – Trivandrum – UK
- Transfer to Trivandrum for your return flight to the UK.
