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Kerala - Spices, Backwaters & Beach (Small Group Tour)
Kerala - Spices, Backwaters & Beach (Small Group Tour)
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Highlights: Cochin - Periyar - Backwaters - Mararikulam

Please note: Based on a Group of minimum 10 pax

Hotels featured or similar:
Cochin- Dutch Bungalow
Periyar- Cardamom County
Backwaters- Houseboat
Marari- Abad Turtle

Itinerary:
London Heathrow to Dubai by flight

Day 1: Dubai to Cochin by flight
0805 Hrs: Arrive at Cochin -the Gateway to Kerala was once an important spice-trading route on Arabian Sea where Vasco D Gama landed in 1498 and boasted that he has come for soul and spices. Cochin is virtually the spice capital of world from where Portuguese were exporting 10,000 kilo of spices to east-indies and other countries and has derived it name from Calico-the famous fabric manufactured in this town. Cochin also forms the part of emerald isle of India. Harbour Cruise of Cochin is very much popular. With one of the finest natural harbours in the world, Cochin was once a major center for commerce and trade with the British, Arabs, Chinese, Portuguese, and Dutch etc.
Upon arrival welcome, meet & assist at the airport by our representative and transfer to Hotel
Evening cooking demonstration with local family followed by Dinner
Overnight stay at Hotel

Day 2: Cochin
Morning proceed to visit Dutch Palace (Closed on Friday) – The place has a fine collection of mural paintings depicting the scenes from the Hindu epics Mahabharata & Ramayana, Jewish Synagogue (Closed on Friday & Saturday) – the oldest synagogue in the world is magnificently decorated by Chinese tiles and Belgian chandeliers, was built in 1568. St. Francis Church: is the oldest church built by Europeans in India & Huge, elegant Chinese fishing nets that line the tip of Fort Kochi.
Evening you will Witness the Kathakali Dance Show.
Kathakali is the classical dance-drama of Kerala dates from the 17th century. Kathakali recitals are drama and are danced with elaborate mask s and costumes. They are emotive and narrative, while other dance forms have either one of them. The dancers use their stunning costumes and make-up, with the accompaniment of drums and vocalists, to create various moods and emotions.
Overnight stay at Hotel

Day 3: Cochin to Periyar by surface (Approx. 195 Kms, 5 Hrs)
After breakfast, drive from Cochin to Periyar - The scenic drive takes you through green hills with forests, plantation of tea, species and rubber, streams and waterfalls
Upon arrival at Periyar, check in at Hotel
Overnight stay at Hotel

Day 4: Periyar
In the morning take a boat ride on the lake in the Periyar National Park, a ‘Project Tiger’ reserve. A boat ride is the only way to observe closely the giant of Periyar – Elephants and Gaurs (The giant Indian Bison) without disturbing them on their way (Subject to availability)
In the afternoon visit plantations of tea, cardamom, and pepper
Overnight stay at Hotel

Day 5: Periyar
Morning Nature Walk - Short Day Trek
It is an interpretive sandal protection trekking program offering excellent opportunity for watching birds, butterflies and other wildlife through a range of habitats during the 4-5 km 2.5-hours walk. These programs are offered between 7 am to 3 pm in different nature trails inside the Park. A maximum of 6 persons can go for trekking at a time along each trail accompanied by a trained tribal guide. It is a program where one can feel nature’s whispers and her sighs.
Rest of the day at leisure and Overnight stay at Hotel

Day 6: Periyar to Alleppey by surface (Approx. 135, 3 Hrs)
After breakfast check out from Hotel and drive from Periyar to Alleppey embark Houseboat – The Kettuvallam - the typical House Boats. Houseboats are traditional country boats, which used to carry tons of cargo in the backwater region in ancient times, have now been converted with one or two bed rooms with attached bath, kitchenette and a sitting area. (Lunch and Dinner)
Overnight on board

Day 7: Alleppey to Marari by surface
After breakfast disembark houseboat and drive from Alleppey to Marari
Upon arrival at Marari, check in at Hotel
Rest of the day at leiusre and Overnight stay at Hotel

Day 8 & 9 Both days at leisure and Overnight stay at Hotel

Day 10: Marari to Cochin by surface
Cochin to Dubai by flight
Dubai to London Heathrow by flight
Transfer from Hotel to Cochin airport in time to board flight for London Heathrow via Cochin



Offer Includes

  • Return flights from London Heathrow
  • Airport taxes
  • 09 Nights Accommodation on Full Board
  • All transfer, sightseeing and excursion by air-conditioned Vehicle
  • Entrance fees to the monuments
  • Services of local English speaking guide as per the itinerary during city tour
  • Kathakali dance show in Cochin
  • Common boat ride at Periyar
  • Soft Trek at Periyar
  • Cooking demonstration at Cochin with local family followed by Dinner

Meal Plans

  • Full Board