8-Day Best of Kerala Small Group Tour from Kochi: Munnar, Periyar, Alleppey and Kumarakom
What you'll experience
Highlights
• Witness the scenic beauty of Munnar
• Pay a visit to the big cats at Periyar Tiger Reserve
• Meet enormous elephants on safari at Periyar
• Enjoy the night relaxing on your houseboat
8 days
Day-by-day itinerary
- 1
Day 1 — Arrival at Kochi
On the day of arrival at Kochi airport, our representative will assist you at the airport and later transfer to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.
Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Fort Castle - 2
Day 2 — Kochi
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day sightseeing tour to Kochi visit, Fort Kochi, Jewish synagogue, St.Francis Church, Marine Drive, Hill Palace, Dutch Palace, Pareekshit Thampuran Museum, Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica, Bolgatty Island, Indo Portuguese Museum. In the evening time enjoy the kathakali dance show, one of India's most famous classical dances with lavish costumes, exotic makeup & masks intensify the beauty of the dancers, intricate moments. Overnight at Hotel.
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Fort Castle - 3
Day 3 — Kochi - Munnar (130 Kms / 4 Hrs)
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Munnar “Scenic hills of Kerala”, via en-route enjoy the scenic beauty & the marvelous waterfalls of Kerala with high mountains and the low flying clouds passing by. Upon arrival at Munnar check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself, later proceed for sightseeing tour to Munnar, visit the Eravikulam National Park, Old Munnar Town and the town market. In the evening, enjoy a walk at Tea Estate or free for own activities. Overnight at Hotel.
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Bellmount Resorts - 4
Day 4 — Munnar - Periyar/Thekkady (98 Kms / 3.30 Hrs)
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Periyar. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary one of the biggest wildlife sanctuaries in India's which covers 777 Sq. Kms (300 Sq. miles) for a Tiger Reserve. Upon arrival at Periyar check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. In the evening, enjoy a walk around Estate or free for own activities. Overnight at Hotel.
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Blooming Paradise - 5
Day 5 — Periyar/Thekkady
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day sightseeing tour to Periyar visit Bamboo Rafting & Border Hiking are a unique program available in Periyar, Also enjoy the Elephant safari at Periyar wildlife sanctuary, Kumily and Mangala Devi Temple. Overnight at Hotel.
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Blooming Paradise - 6
Day 6 — Periyar/Thekkady - Alleppey (128 Kms / 3.30 Hrs)
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and proceed for backwater to enjoy the houseboat journey. Upon arrival at Alleppey check-in to your pre-booked houseboat for night stay. Later proceed for backwaters & lagoons on Alappuzha, Enjoy your lunch and dinner at houseboat. Evening walk around the local street of Alappuzha. Overnight at Houseboat.
Meals: B: Included, L: Included, D: IncludedStay: Standard House Boat - 7
Day 7 — Alleppey - Kumarakom (32 Kms / 1 Hrs)
Today morning after breakfast and check out from hotel later drive to Kumarakom “Town of Backwaters”. Upon arrival at Kumarakom check-in to the hotel for night stay. Later visit Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary (4 Pm - Closed) and Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Ashirwad Heritage Resorts - 8
Day 8 — Kumarakom - Kochi (50 Kms / 1.30 Hrs) and Departure
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Kochi airport to board the flight for your next destination / Home.
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
What's included
Included
- 7 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis
- Assistance during arrival and departure
- Daily breakfast at hotel
- All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC vehicle
- Local English speaking guide at Kochi
- Enjoy Kathakali dance show at Kochi
- Experience the wildlife at Eravikulam National Park
- Enjoy a boat ride at Preiyar Lake
- Visit to Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
- One mineral water bottle per person per day
- All currently applicable taxes including GST
Not included
- International/Internal flights to/from the start/finish of the trip
- All personal expenses including hotel room service and meals; however, you have the option to pay for meals that tour guide arranges
- Optional tours (Items and prices may vary due to different seasons and are subject to the final confirmation made by tour guide when on tour.)
- Monument entry fees
- Visas Fee (if applicable)
- Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature
- Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you'll receive after booking)
Cancellation policy
| When you cancel | Refund | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 0–30 days before | 0% | Cancellation Made Within 30 days prior to departure, No Refund |
| 31+ days before | 50% | Cancellation Made 31 or more days prior to departure, Refund 50% of total purchase amount |
Important info
Special notes
- Frequently Asked Questions
Are airport transfers included in this tour?
- Yes.
Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
- Yes.
Are the local guides are available other language?
- Yes, All language local guides are available as per request.
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
- Yes.
Can I join the tour once it has departed?
- Yes, although you will have to make your own way to where the group is heading to out of your own expense.
Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
- Yes.
Do I need to purchase travel insurance before travelling?
- Absolutely. Every traveler is required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their tour. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.
Do you require a visa for this holiday?
- Only for foreign national traveler.
Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
- Most of the places you will get free Wi-FI.
Is the transportation is air conditioned?
- Yes.
Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
- Yes.
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
- Yes.
What currencies are required for this tour?
- Currency always depend on the country.
What documents will I receive before I travel?
- You will receive all the booking pack with all the pick up times.
What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
- 100% departure if there is single traveler.
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
- Please speak to our sales team as soon as possible to see how we can help.
What is the maximum group size?
- 10.
What is the standard of the hotels on the tour?
- 3 Star.
What is the tipping policy?
- Tips always optional.
Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
- Yes.
Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
- Yes.
Pricing notes (children, single supplement)
* Price for Double/Triple applies when two/three people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Maximum room capacity: 3 people.
* Child with a bed enjoys the same price as an adult.
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