We Love —
- India is one of the world's great human melting pots with an incredible array of cultures, religions and ethnicities - enjoy a tour visiting many wonderful sights in this magical country.
- The Andaman Islands are a paradise archipelago still removed from the mass tourism circuits, a unique opportunity between unspoiled nature and unique coral reefs!
- Opt for the Kerala Tour to see amazing sights, from beautiful Cochin to the incredible backwaters, an immersive, authentic tour, complete with a night on a traditional houseboat.
Your Destination —
Andaman
To preserve their rich biodiversity and protect the 6 tribal groups of the islands, many parts are not accessible to visitors. They offer superb white sand beaches and pristine coral reefs and resist mass tourism. Treat yourself to a journey through history, art and a dreamy sea!
Kerala
Our Offers —
Offer 1: Andaman Tour
5 Nights in Standard Category
7 Nights in Deluxe Category
Offer 2: Kerala & Andaman Tour
13 Nights: 9-Night Kerala Tour & 4-Night Andaman Tour in Standard Category
14 Nights: 9-Night Kerala Tour & 5-Night Andaman Tour in Deluxe Category
Please note: a free night is offered for those choosing the Deluxe Category in Andaman
Just for you:
- For the Deluxe Category tour you will enjoy one more night (pay 4 = 5 nights or pay 6 = 7 nights)
Your Itinerary In Brief —
Offer 1 & 2 - Andaman Tour:
Day 1: Arrive in Port Blair and transfer to Havelock
Days 2-6 (depending on offer chosen): Days at leisure in Havelock
Day 4, 5 or 7: Ferry to Port Blair
Day 5, 6 or 8: Depart
Offer 2 - Kerala Tour:
Day 1: Arrival in Cochin
Day 2: Cochin
Day 3: Cochin - Periyar
Day 4: Periyar
Day 5: Periyar - Kumarakom
Day 6: Kumarakom - Alleppey
Day 7: Alleppey - Kovalam
Day 8 - 9: Kovalam
Day 10: Kovalam - Departure
Your Andaman Itinerary —
Below is the 4-night itinerary, for other durations you will enjoy more free time in Havelock.
Meet on arrival at Port Blair airport and be transferred by road (approx. 15mins) to Haddo Jetty to board the ferry to Havelock Island. Ferry from Port Blair to Havelock Island (approx. 90mins). You will be met on arrival for a private jeep transfer to your hotel (14km/approx. 45mins). Overnight in Havelock.
Day at leisure. Overnight in Havelock. It's a corner of paradise that offers travelers the perfect place to relax and enjoy some of the best beaches in Asia. During your stay you can snorkel in the calm and clear waters of Radhanagar, Vijaynagar and Elephant and scuba diving for which the island of Havelock offers a rich variety of site such as Seduction Point, Pilot Reef, Minerva Ledge and Turtle Bay. For kayak lovers there are beautiful coves and for fishing enthusiasts, the sea of the coasts of Havelock Island is exciting. There are organisations that offer all types of fishing equipment and boats.
Day 3: Havelock
Day at leisure. Overnight in Havelock.
Today you will be transferred to Havelock Jetty to board the ferry to Fort Blair. You will be met on arrival and transferred to the hotel. In Port Blair you can see the Cellular Jail, the prison now a national monument, where the British locked up dissidents and rebels. You could also visit the Museum of the Sea with marine life species and the Anthropological Museum. Overnight in Port Blair.
Day 5: Depart Port Blair
Transfer to Port Blair airport in time to board flight for onward destination. (Standard check out time at the hotel is 1200 hrs)
Your Optional Kerala Tour Itinerary —
The following extension details a Kerala tour which will be enjoyed before the Andaman stay, which can be chosen at the next stage of the booking process for an additional fee.
Upon arrival, you will be met and assisted by a local representative, before being transferred to the hotel for check-in at 2 pm. Heralded as the Queen of Arabian Sea, Cochin (Kochi) has been an important spice trading centre on the Arabian Sea coast since the 14th century. It was also the site of the first European colonial settlement in India and remained a settlement until 1530.
Overnight stay in hotel.
Day 2: Cochin
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a morning city tour of Cochin. Visit the Mattancherry Dutch Palace (closed on Fridays and National holidays) built by the Portuguese. Visit St. Francis Church, the oldest European Church in India. View the Chinese Fishing Nets, unique to this part of Kerala and a living symbol of a centuries old Chinese influence on this coast. Visit the Jewish Town and the Jewish Synagogue from outside (Closed on Fridays, Saturdays and all Jewish holidays). Spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight stay in hotel.
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a morning drive to Periyar (approx 4 hours). Uppn arrival, proceed to your hotel to check-in and enjoy free time.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 4: Periyar
At 7 am, proceed for a nature walk. This is an interpretive programme offering excellent opportunities to watch birds, butterflies and other wild life. Different nature trails traversing diverse habitats for the trekking route cover up to 4 or 5 kms in the Anavachal/ Anachuruli area. The trail often passes through evergreen and moist deciduous forests interspersed with marshy grasslands. The duration of the trek is roughly 2 and a half hours. Return to the hotel for breakfast, before proceeding on a Jeep ride through spice plantations in the afternoon. Enjoy cardamom, cinnamon, pepper, coffee, tea estates etc. In the evening, watch a thrilling Kalaripayattu (local martial arts performance).
Overnight stay at hotel.
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a morning drive to Kumarakom (approx 3 and a half hours). Upon arrival in the backwaters, proceed to your hotel to check-in and spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight stay in hotel.
Day 6: Kumarakom - Alleppey
After breakfast at the hotel, check-out and make your way to the backwaters for 12:30 pm. You will be picked up from the resort to embark on your ‘Kettuvalloms’ to cruise along the tranquil backwaters. Kettuvalloms were primarily used for transporting paddy and other goods, but are now an integral part of Kerala’s tourism. Glide along the serene backwaters where you will find locals going about their daily chores. Enjoy lunch and dinner on board.
Overnight stay on houseboat.
After breakfast on board the Houseboat, disembark at 9:30 am and transfer to Kovalam (approx 4 hours). Upon arrival in Kovalam, transfer to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure. In the evening, you'll get to enjoy a 20-minute foot massage.
Overnight stay in hotel.
Day 8: Kovalam
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a day of leisure or take an optional city tour of Trivandrum.
Overnight stay in hotel.
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy free time at leisure to take advantage of the hotel's facilities.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 10: Kovalum - Departure
After breakfast at the hotel, check-out and enjoy a transfer to the airport for your return flight home.
Your Tour Hotels —
Our members will stay at the following hotels or similar in rooms as per below on a Bed and Breakfast Board Basis.
Our members have the opportunity to upgrade to a Half Board Stay in Kerala (breakfast and evening meal served in the main restaurant - excludes drinks) at the next stage of the booking process.
Please Note: Guests will enjoy a complimentary Full Board Basis (breakfast, lunch and evening meal served in the main restaurant - excludes drinks) when they stay one night on the Houseboat.
Your Hotels
Havelock: AC Cottage at Barefoot at Havelock (Standard) or Deluxe Villa at Taj Exotica Resort & Spa (Deluxe)
Port Blair: Standard Room at Fortune Bay Island Resort
Kerala Extension:
Cochin: Deluxe City View Room at the Crowne Plaza Cochin 5*
Periyar: Patio Room at the The Elephant Court 5*
Alleppey: Garden View Room at the Backwater Ripples 3*
Alleppey: Standard Houseboat
Kovalam: Beach Grove at The Travancore Heritage 5*
Sleeps up to
Please note: If any of these hotels are not available, hotels of a similar standard will be found.
Your Optional Excursion in Kerala —
Our members can choose to add the following excursions at the next stage of the booking process for an additional fee - subject to availability.
Day 8: City Tour of Trivandrum with Lunch
Your Journey —
Flights: You may choose from Economy, Premium or Business class flights on sectors that they operate, at the next stage of the booking process.
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: Return transfers are included throughout this offer as per the itinerary.
For inbound transfer arrangements please confirm with your transfer provider when you arrive. Alternatively, please check with the reception of your accommodation. If you still require assistance, please call the transfer provider directly.