Kaleidoscopic Kerala


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Sprawling plantations and paddy fields, ayurvedic treatments, enchanting art and culture, exotic cuisine – Kerala offers a unique experience. The magnificent little state holds several attractions within its bountiful confines. A vast scope for many exciting adventures is what makes Kerala a favourite haunt!


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Trip Itinerary

Day 1 - Kerala

 
Cochin Arrival

On arrival, meet our representative at the airport and take a transfer to the hotel. Check into the hotel. Stay overnight at the hotel.

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Day 2 - Kerala

 
Half day city tour of Cochin

After breakfast, proceed for a half day panoramic sight seeing tour of the city. Enjoy rest of the day at leisure. Stay overnight at the hotel.

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Day 3 - Kerala

 
Cochin-Thekkady: 145 kms/ 4 hours by road:

In the morning, drive to Periyar. On arrival, check into the hotel. The Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is situated on the banks of the Periyar Lake - an artificial lake, at Thekkady. Here the high ranges of the Western Ghats are clothed in dense evergreen, moist deciduous forests and savannah grasslands. Below this thick green canopy roam herds of elephants, sambars, tigers, gaurs, lion tailed macaques and Nilgiri langurs. Enjoy a boat ride on the lake in the afternoon, and see the wild animals in their natural habitat. Stay overnight at the hotel.

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Day 4 - Kerala

 
Thekkady

Early in the morning, set off for animal viewing in the National Park. Return to the hotel for breakfast. Thereafter, visit tea and spice plantations or go on a short trek through the forest. Enjoy rest of the day at leisure. Stay overnight at the hotel.

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Day 5 - Kerala

 
Thekkady - Kumarakom: 135 kms/ 4 hours by road

After breakfast, depart by road to Kumarakom. Enjoy the endless stretch of water running miles to nowhere; its banks lined with swaying palms fanning the lush green rice fields below dancing in rhythm with the gentle sea breeze carrying a medley of flavors of fish, coconut and spice. On arrival, check into the hotel for overnight stay.

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Day 6 - Kerala

 
Kumarakom

After breakfast, take a short boat ride to Philip Kutty's Farm to experience country life. Enjoy rest of the day at leisure. Stay overnight at the hotel.

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Day 7 - Kerala

 
Kumarakom- Spice Coast Cruise

After a leisurely breakfast, take a transfer to the house boat. Enjoy full day onboard the house boat and the scenic beauty and life along the back waters in Kerala. Stay overnight at the hotel.

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Day 8 - Kerala

 
Kumarakom- Mararikulam 20 kms/ 30 mins by road

After breakfast drive to Mararikulam. On arrival, check in to the hotel. Enjoy rest of the day at leisure. Stay overnight at the hotel.

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Day 9 - Kerala

 
Mararikulam

Enjoy breakfast at hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure. Stay overnight at the hotel.

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Day 10 - Kerala

 
Mararikulam - Cochin: 60 kms/ 2 hours by road:

After breakfast drive for Cochin. Stay overnight at the hotel.

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Day 11 - Kerala

 
Cochin Departure

After breakfast transfer to the airport to connect flight for onward journey.

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