Holiday in Kerala

Inclusions

Accommodation in well-appointed hotels as per the selected category

Daily breakfast at the hotel (as mentioned in the itinerary)

All sightseeing and transfers by air-conditioned vehicle (as per itinerary)

Airport / railway station / bus stand pick-up and drop

Driver allowance, fuel charges, parking fees, toll taxes, and interstate taxes

Sightseeing as mentioned in the day-wise itinerary

All applicable hotel taxes and service charges

Assistance by our representative at the destination (where applicable)

Exclusions

Airfare, train fare, or bus tickets (unless mentioned in the package)

Lunch and dinner, unless specified in the itinerary

Personal expenses such as laundry, tips, porterage, phone calls, and beverages

Entry fees, camera charges, and guide fees at monuments or attractions

Adventure activities, water sports, and optional tours

Travel insurance and medical expenses

GST or other applicable government taxes (if not mentioned)

Any expenses caused by unforeseen circumstances such as natural calamities, flight delays, roadblocks, strikes, or political disturbances

Day 1: Wayanad Tour (105 km - 3 hours)

At Calicut Airport, our representative will escort you to your designated vehicle for your Kerala vacation. Continue to Wayanad, check in to your hotel, and relax amidst the local amenities. Continue to Chembra Peak, offering panoramic views that will definitely revive your weary mind and provide an exhilarating experience. Enjoy the rest of the day at your own pace. Today, you will stay in Wayanad.

Day 2: Wayanad Sightseeing

Enjoy a sumptuous breakfast and experience the greenery and waterfalls of Wayanad. The highlight is Pookot Lake. Enjoy a boat ride from Pookot Lake. The tall trees and dense forests that extend along the trail around the lake offer a visual delight. The Soojipara Falls, with their picturesque landscapes and rich natural resources, offer numerous opportunities for adventure tourism. Cruise across the second largest earthen dam in Asia with speedboats available. Edakkal Caves. The carvings found on the walls of these caves have attracted the attention of archaeologists and historians from around the world. Edakkal is believed to have been occupied at different stages of history. Other tourist attractions include Pakshipathalam and Meenmutty Waterfall. Today, you will stay in Wayanad.

Day 3: Calicut Tour (90 km - 3 hours)

After a sumptuous breakfast, continue your sightseeing tour of Calicut, the traditional capital of northern Kerala. Upon arrival in Calicut, check into your hotel. Freshen up and relax in the comfort of your room. Later, continue your sightseeing tour of Calicut, including Dolphin's Point, a great spot to watch dolphins playing in the ocean early in the morning. Also visit Calicut Beach, the Thali Temple, and Kappad Beach, the site in India where Vasco da Gama landed in 1498. Today, you will stay overnight in Calicut.

Day 4: Kochi Tour (190 km - 5 hours)

After breakfast, depart for Kochi, also known as the Queen of the Arabian Sea. Arrive in Cochin and check in at your hotel. Cochin's main tourist attractions are St. Francis Church, the Chinese Fishing Nets, St. Croix Basilica, the Jewish Synagogue, Jewish Street, and the Mattancherry Palace/Dutch Palace. Today, you will stay overnight in Cochin. (Please note: The Jewish Synagogue and Dutch Palace are closed on Fridays and Saturdays.)

Day 5: Munnar Tour Package (150 km - 4 hours)

After a sumptuous breakfast, continue to Munnar, ideal for a honeymoon. Munnar is the gateway to the hills of southern India. This small town in the Western Ghats of Kerala is known for its picturesque villages, rolling mist-shrouded hills, vast tea gardens, nature reserves, and, above all, its climate, making it the most desirable destination in India today. Along the way, you will also be able to see the beautiful Cheeyappara and Valara waterfalls. Later, you will arrive at your hotel and check-in. Refresh and relax in the comfort of your room. Spend the rest of the day communing with nature. Today, you will stay in Munnar.

Day 6: Excursion to Munnar Hill Station

After breakfast, continue your sightseeing tour of Munnar and visit Eravikulam National Park, home to the endangered mountain goat, the Nilgiri Tahr. Continue to Mattupetty and Kundala Dam, where you can enjoy a boat ride on the reservoir, flanked by a tea garden on one side and a sprawling grassland on the other. Echo Point, famous for its eco-phenomenon, is a popular stop for tourists. Also visit Shooting Point and the Tea Museum. Today you will stay in Munnar.

Day 7: Wildlife Holiday in Periyar (140 km - 4 hours)

Have breakfast and drive to Thekkady. Thekkady offers a variety of attractions: a nature reserve, a hill station, and a spice plantation. Therefore, it was very popular with nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts. Arrival and check-in at the hotel. Refresh and relax in the comfort of your room. Later, travel to Periyar National Park, Thekkady's highlight. Enjoy a cruise on Periyar Lake to observe Thekkady's wildlife. You can also indulge in other enchanting and exciting activities, such as spice plantation, bamboo rafting, jungle trekking, and elephant rides. Don't forget to visit the local spice market to purchase handicrafts and some spices from the garden. Today, you will stay in Thekkady.

Day 8: Ecotourism in Gavi (40 km - 1 hour)

Early in the morning, before 7:00 PM, we will travel to Gavi, an ecotourism destination in Kerala that became popular after Alistair International, the world-renowned tourism publication, listed it among the top ecotourism centers and one of India's must-see destinations. Arrive in Gavi at 8:00 PM. Check-in. After breakfast, we will visit the plantation with an expert guide to fully appreciate Gavi's natural beauty. After a vegetarian lunch, we will enjoy a relaxing rowboat ride to visit the cardamom plantation and breathe in its aromas, before heading to the healing house. The next stop on the itinerary is the Sabarimala Viewpoint, a panoramic spot from which you can admire panoramic views of the Sabarimala Mountains and the pilgrimage site. We will then continue to the museum where the animal skeletons are preserved. Enjoy a refreshing tea before relaxing at 4:30 p.m. Back at the hotel, your stay today will be in Thekkady. (Today, activity rates are the same as those for off-road vehicles; the Gavi package is an additional cost.)

Day 9: Kumarakom Backwaters Tour (140 km - 4 hours)

Enjoy a sumptuous breakfast and later continue to Kumarakom Backwaters. Arrival and check-in at the hotel. Refresh and relax in the comfort of your room. Kumarakom is home to Vembanad Lake, whose majestic canals, streams, and distributaries along its shores weave an intricate and wonderful network. This place is ideal for book lovers and those who wish to relax in a hammock. Today, your stay will be in Kumarakom Backwaters.

Day 10: Houseboat Tour in Alleppey (40 km - 1 hour)

After enjoying nature, enjoy breakfast and continue on to the Alleppey Backwaters Tour. Experience the houseboat, a private, locally designed vessel with a spacious, fully furnished bathroom, hygienic kitchen, dining area, and private deck to capture the beauty of the backwaters. Cruise through the narrow canals lined with coconut palms and witness the unique backwater life. The people and, especially, the surrounding nature will leave an indelible impression on you. Today, you will stay on the Alleppey houseboat.

Day 11: Depart Alleppey for Kochi (110 km - 3 hours)

Enjoy breakfast. Today concludes your Kerala vacation. Afterward, pack your bags with the promise of visiting this part of the world again. Return to Cochin Airport in time for your return flight.