SIMPLY KERALA
Tour Highlights
Kerala a state in Southern India is known as a tropical paradise of waving palms and wide sandy beaches. It is a narrow strip of coastal territory that slopes down the Western Ghats in a cascade of lush green vegetation, and reaches to the Arabian sea. Kerala borders the states of Tamil Nadu to the east and Karnataka to the north.. With world class tourist sporting options, ayurvedic spas and treatments, eco-tourism initiatives, a large number of visit options ranging from beautiful high altitude blue mountains to pristine rain forests to golden sun-sand beaches and an enormous range of accommodation, Kerala has much to offer the visitor. Wedged between the Western Ghats on the East and the Arabian Sea on the West, the narrow strip of land known as Kerala is a destination of a lifetime. The timeless beauty of the palm fringed beaches of Kovalam and Varkala, the majesty of the undulating hills of Munnar and Vagamon, the serenity of the pristine backwaters of Kumarakom & Kuttanad and the enchanting woods and forests of Thekkady and Silent Valley will have you bowled over.
- Mattancherry Dutch Palace
- Fort Cochin
- St. Francis Church
- Eravikulam National Park
- Mattupetty Lake
Important Information
Best Time: October to March
Nearest Airport: Cochin International Airport
Nearest Railway Station: Ernakulam / Alappuzha
Travel: The destinations are well connected by road, with scenic routes through hills, forests and backwater regions.
Tip: Carry comfortable footwear, light cotton clothes, sunscreen and a light jacket for Munnar. Carry rain protection during the monsoon.
Tour Itinerary
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DAY01
Meet and greet assistance on arrival in Cochin. Transfer to hotel. Check into the hotel and enjoy rest of the day at leisure. Stay overnight at the hotel.
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DAY02
After breakfast enjoy City tour of Cochin - Visit the Mattancherry Dutch Palace - (closed on Fridays and public holidays), which was built by the Portuguese in 1555 and renovated by the Dutch in 1663. Visit the Jewish Synagogue-(closed on all Saturdays and Jewish holidays) in Jew Town and Fort Cochin Area. There are a couple of streets of picture-postcard houses out of another age. Visit St. Francis Church - (closed for visitors on Sundays from 08.00 to 11.00 hrs) the oldest European Church in India. It has several antiquities including a wealth of records. See the Chinese Fishing Nets, along the tip of Fort Cochin unique to this part of Kerala and living symbols of a centuries-old Chinese influence on this coast. Later depart to Munnar by road. Arrive Munnar and transfer to hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
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DAY03
After breakfast, go for a sightseeing tour of Munnar. Enjoy the serene views which Munnar offers owing to its famous tea plantations, and visit Tea Museum & Factory OR Eravikulam National Park to watch the rich flora and fauna of the region. (Eravikulam National Park is shut from 15 Jan to 15 Mar; during these dates Park visits cannot be done but all other sightseeing tours shall be provided as per the itinerary). In the afternoon, visit Mattupetty Lake and Dam and Echo Point, famous for its echo phenomenon. Overnight at the hotel
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DAY04
Today morning after breakfast return to hotel, checkout and depart for Kumarakom by road. Day at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.
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DAY05
Today after breakfast depart for Cochin by road for onwards journey. Transfer to airport in time to board your flight. Tour concludes.
Inclusions
- Breakfast Included as per the itinerary.
- Return airfare on economy class – wherever applicable
- Flight details will be shared once booking is confirmed.
- In case the guest is taking a connecting flight , Thomas Cook suggest to keep a gap of 3 hrs between the connecting flights.
Exclusions
- Rail fare
- Activities possible on additional Supplement
- Kumarakom Activities (Once during the stay): Sunset cruise on the Backwaters
- Additional / personal use of vehicle
Package Cost
Starting from ₹9,999/- per person
The final cost may vary depending on hotel category, travel dates, number of guests, vehicle type, houseboat category and selected activities.
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Kerala a state in Southern India is known as a tropical paradise of waving palms and wide sandy beaches. It is a narrow strip of coastal territory that slopes down the Western Ghats in a cascade of lush green vegetation, and reaches to the Arabian sea. Kerala borders the states of Tamil Nadu to the east and Karnataka to the north.. With world class tourist sporting options, ayurvedic spas and treatments, eco-tourism initiatives, a large number of visit options ranging from beautiful high altitude blue mountains to pristine rain forests to golden sun-sand beaches and an enormous range of accommodation, Kerala has much to offer the visitor. Wedged between the Western Ghats on the East and the Arabian Sea on the West, the narrow strip of land known as Kerala is a destination of a lifetime. The timeless beauty of the palm fringed beaches of Kovalam and Varkala, the majesty of the undulating hills of Munnar and Vagamon, the serenity of the pristine backwaters of Kumarakom & Kuttanad and the enchanting woods and forests of Thekkady and Silent Valley will have you bowled over.
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Kerala a state in Southern India is known as a tropical paradise of waving palms and wide sandy beaches. It is a narrow strip of coastal territory that slopes down the Western Ghats in a cascade of lush green vegetation, and reaches to the Arabian sea.