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Kerala : culture, tea gardens, backwaters & beach

From $1,750/pp

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From $1,750/pp

India

Trip Length

8 days

Availability

January - April, September - December
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Kerala : culture, tea gardens, backwaters & beach

Kerala, as they call it, “God’s Own Country” is known for its rustic beauty and an incredible picturesque landscapes. Located along the rich Malabar Coast, this "private tour" welcomes you to discover its serene natural beauty. You will discover historically evocative city of Kochi (Cochin), glide through the tranquil backwaters on elegant and traditional wooden houseboat ; stroll along picturesque tea gardens of Munnar and savour the most enticing cuisines. End your tour with stay for couple of nights at a beach hotel to relax and enjoy relaxing Ayurveda massages. This cost is not valid during 20 December to 10 January period. Incase you are travelling during this period, please let us know your exact dates of travel to check about room availability and quote you accordingly as per the prices applicable.

Description

Kerala, as they call it, “God’s Own Country” is known for its rustic beauty and an incredible picturesque landscapes. Located along the rich Malabar Coast, this "private tour" welcomes you to discover its serene natural beauty. You will discover historically evocative city of Kochi (Cochin), glide through the tranquil backwaters on elegant and traditional wooden houseboat ; stroll along picturesque tea gardens of Munnar and savour the most enticing cuisines. End your tour with stay for couple of nights at a beach hotel to relax and enjoy relaxing Ayurveda massages. This cost is not valid during 20 December to 10 January period. Incase you are travelling during this period, please let us know your exact dates of travel to check about room availability and quote you accordingly as per the prices applicable.

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive Cochin

Arrive Kochi, earlier known as Cochin is also known as Gateway of Kerala, Queen of the Arabian Sea. You will be received at airport by our office representative who will be holding placard in your name. Transfer to hotel (room available from 14h00 onwards). Overnight at hotel.

Accommodation

The Malabar House, Fort Cochin

Day 2

Cochin

Start your tour with leisurely walk in Fort Cochin. While passing through one of its streets like Princess Street, Rose Street or Burger Street you will come across many residences of Anglo-Indian communities.

You will also visit St Francis’ Church with faded-yellow edifice and its stunning stained glass windows. Church was constructed in 1503 and is considered to be India’s oldest European built church. Here the Portuguese explorer, Vasco Da Gama was buried for 14 years before his remains were taken to Lisbon.

Not to forget stopping by the most photographed Chinese fishing nets as these are said to be introduced to the fishermen in the 14th century by the Chinese explorer named Zheng He.

Proceed to Mattancherry Island where you will explore old Jewish street full of shops selling antique and spices.

Visit the Jewish Synagogue built in 1568 (closed for visitors on Fridays, Saturdays and during Jewish holidays).

Visit Mattancherry Palace was built by the Portuguese in 1555 as a gift to the King of Cochin in exchange for trading rights. It was renovated in 1663 by Dutch and hence also called Dutch Palace. Inside you will find 17th century beautiful intricate colourful murals depicting scenes from the Ramayana and Mahabharata painted with vegetable and mineral based colours and pine resin.

In the evening, you have option of attending a performance of Kathakali

Overnight at hotel.

Kathakali is a ultural dance drama. One of the oldest dance forms in the country is known for its colourful dresses, face paintings and strong use of facial expression to narrate a story from Mahabharata and Ramayana. At the dance center, you can also watch performers get ready for the show.

Activities

  • Visit Jewish Synagogue Built In 1568
  • Walking Tour Of Fort Cochin
  • Kathakali Dance Show (regular Show)

Accommodation

The Malabar House, Fort Cochin

Day 3

Cochin / Munnar (approx 4 hrs drive)

This morning head up through the Western Ghats to Munnar, the tea country and former British hill station. Located at around 1700 meters above sea level, is surrounded by the high peaks and several of the highest tea estates in the world.

In the afternoon visit Tea Museum (subject to opening timings) to understand the history of tea and Munnar. Later enjoy scenic walk through the plantation.

(sightseeing schedule of Munnar would be finalised depending on the hotel location at the the time of booking tour incase envisaged hotel is not available)

Overnight at hotel.

Munnar, located at around 1700 meters above sea level, is the former British hill station.

Activities

  • Visit Tea Factory

Accommodation

Windermere Estate Munnar

Day 4

Munnar

The hills and forests around Munnar offer numerous nature trails and routes that are ideal for treks and soft hikes. Terrains vary and routes pass over mountains, through forests and valleys, towering peaks and plantations. Spend this morning taking nature walk with guide..

Afternoon free to relax at hotel or participate in activities arranged by hotel.

Overnight at hotel.

Activities

  • Nature Walk With The Guide

Accommodation

Windermere Estate Munnar

Day 5

Munnar / Alleppey backwaters (approx 5 hrs drive)

This morning travel to the Backwaters of Kerala. Board your traditional private rice barge - Kettuvallam.

Lunch will be served on arrival.

Spend your afternoon and evening relaxing. Be a witness to unhurried daily life at the palm-fringed banks of backwaters, as you flat around the waterways.

(Houseboat is anchored from sunset to sunrise because of fishing nets)

Dinner and overnight on board Houseboat.

Kettuvallam, the large boat of yesteryears. In Malayalam, 'kettu' means to tie and 'vallom' means boat. These boats were held together with rope and hence the name.

Activities

  • Walk In The Village

Accommodation

Spice Coast Cruises Houseboat - air conditioned will be available in bed room area only from 21h00 to 06h00

Day 6

Alleppey / Mararikulam (approx 30 minutes drive)

Wake up on your houseboat and enjoy breakfast before disembarking. Your driver will meet you at disembarking point and will drive you to a charming and friendly fishing village lined with palm trees and a tranquil beach, a perfect place to end your India trip.

Wake up on your houseboat and enjoy breakfast on board.

Accommodation

Marari Beach Resort

Day 7

In Mararikulam

Spend your day reading a book, taking a refreshing dip in the sea or sunbathe by the pool or just laze by the pool side.

You may also opt for Ayurveda massage (on direct payment basis).

Relax along the beach side hotel.

Accommodation

Marari Beach Resort

Day 8

Mararikulam / Cochin / Fly back

In time transfer to airport to Cochin airport to connect flight to next destination or fly back home. (check-out time from hotel is 12h00)

What's Included

Accommodation

  • 6 Nights’ accommodation on twin / double room sharing basis at the hotels mentioned or similar hotels incase of non availability of these hotels.
  • 1 Night accommodation on twin sharing basis in Houseboat.
  • Accommodation in standard room category of each hotel.

Ground Transport

  • Transport services using Air conditioned Vehicle (For 02 Pax - Toyota Innova Car)

Other inclusions in our cost :

  • Service of English Speaking Local guide as per program in Cochin.
  • English speaking guide for nature walk in Munnar.
  • Canoe boat ride during stay in backwaters.
  • Entrance fees (Single Entry) to visit all monuments mentioned in program.
  • Road taxes, parking fee, fuel charges, interstate taxes, and porterage at airports only (wherever applicable).
  • Airport representative for assistance at airport on arrival and departure transfers only.
  • All currently applicable taxes (5% GST, subject to change).

Responsible travel

This travel will contribute towards environment and society as follows :

  • WWF - buying one cloth bag (tote bag from WWF).
  • Sightsavers NGO which works towards Visually impaired.
  • Using Stainless steel water bottle to avoid single use plastic bottles.

Flights

  • International airfare / flight tickets
  • Domestic (internal travel within India) flight tickets

Meals

  • Meal Plan on Breakfast basis only (Starting with Breakfast on Day 02 till Breakfast on Day 8).
  • Stay on Houseboat on full board basis (breakfast + lunch + dinner – all meals on fixed menu basis).

Our cost does not include

  • Expense of personal nature like laundry, table drinks, telephone calls, camera / video camera fee at monuments, medical expenses, etc.
  • Any kind of tips during the tour.
  • Lunch and Dinner during the tour (other than during stay in Houseboat).
  • Any insurance cover or airport taxes.
  • Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions.
  • Indian Visa
  • Travel Insurance (we strongly recommend to buy travel insurance)
  • Any other services not mentioned above in cost includes section.
  • Ayurveda message / treatment during the tour.
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Aura Voyages

Namaste ! My name is Ravinder Singh ATRI.

I am passionate about traveling and exploring different regions in India and around which helps me in my tourism profession as well. Besides this I follow ancient Indian practice of Hatha Yoga and I am also a certified Teacher of Yoga.

I come from Himalayan region, I enjoy hiking and long runs along the forest trails and on road. I still cherish memories of Jan 2020 walking on frozen Zanskar river famously known as Chadar Trek. And then family holidays of self drive from Delhi to Bangalore and back helped me to explore lesser known regions.

My boutique Indian travel company Aura Voyages is based in New Delhi, India where we create bespoke travel experiences in the Indian region.

I am in tourism profession since 1999. I, along with my team of young and passionate travel professionals try to create memorable journeys for your solo, family & friends or small group travels.

Our network of local offices across India in main tourist cities ensure that you always find us around you, whenever you need us. While you are in India, we are available 24x7.

We patiently listen to understand your travel needs, wish to know your aspirations from every travel that you contact us for. Based on our own knowledge of India as a destination and the feedbacks of our previous esteem clients, we suggest you the best solution to meet your requirements.

Under our in-house brand Abled Traveller we love to make travel arrangements for differently abled travellers travelling solo or with friends / family or with their carers.

Our other in-house brand Himalayan Voyages with its office located in Shimla (in Himachal Pradesh, North of India) takes care of travel requirements to the Himalayan region, specifically to Himachal Pradesh. In this small mountain state we take our esteem guests to pristine mountain villages, we discover local life and witness non touristic mountain festivals. Himalayas is considered to be the origin of Yoga and incase you would like to explore India from spiritual aspect, it would be our pleasure to assist you.

We are socially responsible travel company. We are 100 % Indian travel company and we involve locals to provide different services and experiences. Starting from your local Indian guides to the home stays or your hosts for family meals or celebrating the festivals with the families, all contribute in enriching your experiences. With your support, we contribute from our earnings to NGOs like Sightsavers and one NGO that takes care of mentally challenged people.

On your arrival in India we give you reusable shopping bags, we avoid printing on papers and if required, we use recyclable papers & we avoid single use plastic.

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