We Love —
- India is one of the world's great human melting pots with an incredible array of cultures, religions and ethnicities
- Enjoy a 13 night Private Tour visiting many wonderful sights of this magical country
- Relax with a beach stay extension at the end of your tour
Here to Help —
Are you booking 35 days in advance and spending over £500? No need to pay in full today! Just select the 30% deposit option on our payment page (terms & conditions apply).
For any additional information on this offer or assistance in making your reservation please call one of our dedicated team on 0844 8262098 or email [email protected].
Opening hours are Monday to Friday 08:00 – 21:00 and Saturdays & Sundays from 09:00 – 17:30.
Your Destination —
Enjoy an equable climate, a long shoreline with serene beaches, tranquil stretches of emerald backwaters, lush hill stations, exotic wildlife, waterfalls, sprawling plantations, paddy fields, Ayurvedic health holidays, enchanting art forms, magical festivals, historic monuments and an exotic cuisine - all of which offer you a unique experience.
Your Itinerary —
Meet our representative upon arrival in Cochin and proceed to check-in at designated hotel. Serene Kochi is amalgam of medieval Portugal, Holland and an English village grafted onto the tropical Malabar Coast. Spend rest of the evening at leisure. Overnight stay in Cochin hotel.
Day 02: Sightseeing in Cochin
After breakfast, proceed to explore this colorful city with Mattanchery Palace- gifted to the king of Cochin, by Portuguese in 1555, about 500 year old Jewish Synagogue, Chinese fishing nets, local spices market followed by colorful performing art – Kathakali Dance. Later in the evening, return to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 03 Drive from Cochin to Munnar (120 km/approx. 4.5 hours)
After breakfast, drive to Munnar - derived its name from the confluence of the three rivers around which the town grew. Today, it offers beautiful vistas, cardamom and spice plantations, aromatic oil factories, sights of several endangered species and the purple-blue of the Neelakurinji flowers that bloom every 12 years. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel and spend evening at leisure. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Explore Eravikulam National Park, home to various elusive and endangered species. It is a great place to enjoy trekking and offers mind-blowing views of the tea plantations. Later, proceed towards Tea Museum (closed on Monday), which gives an insight to the history of tea plantations of this region. Later visit Mattupetty Dam, Eco Point and Flower Garden. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 05 Drive from Munnar to Thekkady (110 km/approx. 3 hours)
After breakfast, drive to Thekkady (Periyar) and on arrival check-in at the hotel. Thekkady is synonymous to uninterrupted hills, rich biodiversity and spice plantations. The place is best known for the Periyar National Park. In the afternoon, proceed for a bamboo rafting at Periyar Lake, and in evening watch traditional Kalari show. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 06 Day at leisure in Thekkady
After breakfast, you may spend the day at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 07 Drive from Thekkady to Kumarakom (130 km/approx. 4 hours)
Proceed to Kumarakom by road after breakfast. After arrival in Kumarakom, check in at the backwater resort. Kumarakom is a charming emerald peninsula jutting into the picturesque Vembanad Lake dotted with innumerable traditional country rafts, boats and canoes. The fresh water of the lake flows into the mainland, making a labyrinth of lagoons, canals and waterways. Spend the rest of the day at beautiful backwaters of Kumarakom. Overnight at the backwater resort.
Day 08 Kumarkom
Today, enjoy your visit to Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary- An ornithologist's paradise, the sanctuary is spread across 14 acres. Also, you may want to indulge yourself with some Ayurvedic treatments in your hotel (On direct-payment basis). Ayurveda is the ancient healing system of India and has been practiced continuously for over 5,000 years. The various treatments are individually prescribed and involve the use of medicated herbal oils, herbs, powders and poultices & natural ingredients. Overnight stay in Kumarakom.
After breakfast, drive towards south of kerela, Kovalam- located close to the state capital Trivandrum, it is internationally famed for its palm-fringed beaches and rejuvenating centers. This coastal town initially came to notice with the construction of Halcyon Castle by the last Maharani of Travancore - Sethu Lakshmi Bayi. With the arrival of hippies in 1970s, the place gained recognition as a tourist destination and is today renowned for its 17 km-long coastline, which is formed by three beautiful beaches - Lighthouse, Hawah and Samudra. Upon arrival, check-in at hotel and spend rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Kovalam.
Day 10 Sightseeing in Kovalam
After breakfast, explore highlights of Kovalam- covering lighthouse, Vellayani Lake and Valiyathura Pier. Overnight stay in Kovalam.
Day 11 Day at leisure in Kovalam
Spend full day at leisure, alternatively explore the beaches. Overnight stay at the hotel in Kovalam.
Day 12 Day at leisure in Kovalam
Spend full day at leisure, alternatively explore the beaches. Overnight stay at the hotel in Kovalam.
Day 13 Kanyakumri- Trivandrum- Kovalam
After breakfast, take excursion trip to Trivandrum – visit the Napier Museum and Art Gallery, Kuthiramalika Palace and Veli village tour. Return to Kovalam for overnight stay.
Day 14 Depart from Trivandrum (16 km/approx. 1 hours)
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Trivandrum airport/railway station for return flight back home. End of Services
What's Included? —
• 13 night accommodation in well-appointed rooms as mentioned below hotels or equivalent.
• Buffet Breakfast throughout the tour & Dinner in Munnar.
• Transfers and Sightseeing as per itinerary by private vehicle.
• Services of English speaking Guide during sightseeing tours only.
• Entry Fees at monuments, museums, shows, parks etc. (as per itinerary; one-time visit only).
• Airport assistance, driver allowances, toll & interstate taxes, Govt. Service Tax.
Your Hotels —
This offer is based on stays in the following hotels (please note in some instances hotels may differ but will be of similar quality).
Crowne Plaza Kochi is the perfect stay for busy business-oriented guests,our accessible location in the heart of the city with refreshing views of Kochi backwaters is sure to rejuvenate and refresh our guests. Crowne Plaza Kochi has various dining outlets, gym, swimming pool, saloon and spa to keep our guests at ease and comfortable.
The Mountain Club is that perfect blend which offers 5 star facilities and is conveniently situated close to Munnar. The Mountain Club is keyed to be ever prepared to serve its guests with fully functional facilities, gourmet cuisine and sincere service.
Tucked away in one of India's most enchanting regions, The Elephant Court invites you to experience the curative power of nature in the greenery and space of the Southwest County. Elephant Court is the only Five Star classified hotel in the region situated next India's largest wildlife sanctuary PERIYAR wildlife sanctuary. Guests at our resort enjoy open countryside surrounded by the dense rain forest and exotic spice plantations.
The Zuri Kumarakom, Kerala Resort & Spa is a five–star deluxe spa resort in Kumarakom, set at the heart of the beautiful Southern state of Kerala–fondly referred to as ‘God’s Own Country’. Standing directly beside the Lake, The Zuri Kumarakom, Kerala Resort & Spa offers spacious living–dining rooms, traditional Indian–style bedrooms and individual gardens with private plunge pools
The key to The Leela Kovalam is its cliff-top setting looking out over pristine beaches to the far horizon. The resort is known for its world class dining, seamless service, and palatial accommodations. And, of course, nobody understands opulence and unstinting luxury quite like The Leela.
Your Journey —
Flights: The flights included are with either a scheduled or no-frills airline and are subject to live availability and prices can change. You can choose your preferred departure times during the booking process. Please select your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ.
Transfers: Private transfers are included.
