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The journey
Discover Kerala's highlights on a 6-day journey from Kochi through the hill station of Munnar, the wildlife-rich landscapes of Thekkady, the serene backwaters of Alleppey, and the city sights of Kochi. Visit Blossom Park, the Tea Museum, Pothamedu viewpoint, Rose Garden, Mattupetty Dam, Kundala Dam, and Eravikulam National Park along the way. In Alleppey, enjoy a leisurely backwater cruise past beautiful villages, paddy fields, churches, and temples while witnessing the day-to-day life of the villagers. The tour ends with a city tour of Kochi, including Marine Drive and the Shopping Arcade.
Ride on the leisurely cruise and enjoy beautiful villages, paddy fields, small churches, temples, and witness the day-to-day life of the villagers.
From the itinerary
At a glance
Day by day
Start the tour after meeting your Kerala tour guide and depart for Munnar.
Check into the hotel after arrival.
Later, head for sightseeing in Munnar and visit Blossom Park.
In the afternoon, head to the Tea Museum and Pothamedu viewpoint.
If schedule permits, see the Kathakali and Martial Arts show at the Punarjani Art Centre at 6 pm (optional and at extra cost).
Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, visit the following places:
Rose Garden
Mattupetty Dam
Boating (optional, at extra cost)
Elephant arrival point
Echo Point
Kundala Dam
Eravikulam National Park
Return to the hotel in the evening for an overnight stay.
After breakfast, drive towards Thekkady.
Check into the hotel after arrival.
Head for a boat ride on Periyar Lake (optional, at an extra charge) and get a view of the wildlife from the boat, or visit Kumily, where many spices are traded.
Optionally visit Chellarkovil (at extra cost), known for its waterfalls and hilly terrain.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Check out from the hotel after breakfast and drive to Alleppey.
Check into the hotel/houseboat by noon and get thrilled by the backwaters.
Ride on the leisurely cruise and enjoy beautiful villages, paddy fields, small churches, temples, and witness the day-to-day life of the villagers. Your crew will cook delicious meals on board.
Overnight stay at the houseboat.
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a city tour of Kochi.
Visit blissful places like Marine Drive, Shopping Arcade, and more.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, check out of the hotel.
Where this trip takes you
Pothamedu viewpoint, Tea Museum, Alleppey backwaters, Mattupetty Dam
The route
The fine print
Accommodation on a double-sharing basis
All sightseeing and land transfers mentioned in the program
Children below 5 years will not be charged anything
Driver's bata, toll, parking, road tax, and fuel charges
Meal plan: breakfast
Pickup and drop-off from and to the airport
The rate includes all applicable taxes
Expenses of a personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor, etc.
Any deviation from the route map
Any other item not specified in the cost inclusions
Bank charges are to be paid by the traveller
Any other meal unless specified in the inclusions
Tips and porter charges
Guide charges
Any airfare
Any additional expenses incurred due to any flight delay or cancellation, weather conditions, political closures, technical faults, landslides, roadblocks, etc.
Any other service not specified above
Rates are not valid for festive peak season, i.e. New Year, Diwali, Christmas, local events, etc.
Rates are based on hotels subject to availability when making a reservation. In case of unavailability in the mentioned hotels, alternate accommodation will be arranged in a similar category hotel.
Rates are subject to change if there is any fair, festival, major conference, or event in a travel destination.
Early check-in and late check-out are subject to room availability.
Cancellation charges will be as per the company policy.
The vehicle confirmed will be as per the itinerary and not at disposal. AC will work only in the plains and will be switched off during hill drives and at hill stations.
All sightseeing mentioned is subject to weather conditions, political conditions, and traffic conditions at the destination.
Any sightseeing missed due to natural calamities or weather conditions is non-refundable.
The tour operators will not be responsible for any accidents or death cases.
Any flight delay or cancellation will result in 100% cancellation of the package amount.
All entrance fees will be paid directly as per the itinerary wherever they are not included.
It is not advisable to travel at night. If necessary, a supplement charge is applicable.
Logistics
Your 6 days finish where they began, in Kochi.
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