Popularly known as “God’s Own Country”, Kerala is one of the most sought after tourist destinations in the world. This exotic land is renowned for its rich cultural heritage, tropical climate, palm fringed beaches, misty hill stations, health resorts, wild life sanctuaries, enchanting art forms, grand festivals and, the serenity of the backwaters and the emerald blue Arabian Sea which promise an unforgettable holidaying experience to travellers.
According to “National Geographic Travel”, the leading travel Magazine, Kerala is one of the 50 must see destinations of a lifetime and one of the 10 paradises of the World.
Day 01 Arrive Cochin (By Flight)
Arrive in Cochin. Meet assist at airport and transfer to your hotel. Check into your hotel and overnight at the hotel.
Day 02 Cochin
In morning after breakfast, city tour of Cochin.
Cochin – the palmgreen commercial town of Kerala has one of the finest natural harbours in the world. Known as commercial capital of Kerala, Kochi is also offers forts, palaces, beaches, backwaters, old churches, snakes boat races, Kathakali, and museums etc. Kochi is basically a collection of islands and narrow peninsulas which makes it more attractive for nature lovers. Cochin is sometimes referred to as the ‘Queen of the Arabian Sea’.
Evening: – Kathakali dance show at theater. Overnight in Cochin.
Day 03 Cochin – Periyar (By Road) (185 kms & 4 hrs approx)
In morning after breakfast drive to Periyar. On arrival check into the hotel.
Later visit tea plantation. Overnight at hotel.
Day 04 Periyar
In the morning after breakfast, full day visit of Periyar including Periyar wildlife Sanctuary. Overnight in Periyar.
Periyar: tiger Reserve, Thekkady, is an example of nature’s bounty, with great scenic charm, rich bio diversity and providing veritable visitor satisfaction. Sprawled over an area of 777 Sq .km. Periyar is one of the 27 tiger reserves in India. The ancient Mangala Devi temple is perched atop a thickly wooded hill and affords a panoramic view of the scenic surroundings. The temple is located 15 km from Thekkady.
Day 05 Periyar – Kumarakom (By Road) (131 kms & 3 hrs approx)
Morning after breakfast drive by private AC vehicle to Kumarakom. On arrival check into your respective hotel.
Day free to relax and personal activities.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 06 Kumarakom
Morning after breakfast go for sightseeing of Kumarakom.
Kumarakom: Kumarakom is a tourist village in Kottayam district, Kerala, India. It is a cluster of little islands on the Vembanad Lake in Kerala. Kumarakom is home to a wide variety of flora and fauna. Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary is a noted bird sanctuary where many species of migratory birds visit. The Vembanad Lake, the largest backwater in Kerala. Overnight at hotel.
Day 07 Kumarakom – Alleppey
After breakfast transfer Alleppey house boat starting point towards Mararikulam.
Overnight on houseboat.
Day 08 Alleppey – Marari
Arrive Marari by cruising house boat and transfer to your respective hotel.
Rest of the day free for leisure.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 09 Marari
After breakfast full day at leisure for own activities and enjoy the facilities of the Resort.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 10 Marari
After breakfast full day at leisure for own activities and enjoy the facilities of the Resort.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 11 Marari – Cochin (60 kms & 1 ½ hrs) / Cochin – Home (By Flight)
After breakfast drive by private AC vehicle to Cochin airport to board the flight to fly back home.
City | Night (s) | 5* Hotels |
Cochin | 02 | Ramada Resort |
Periyar | 02 | Holiday Vista |
Kumarakom | 02 | Abad Hotel |
Houseboat | 01 | Deluxe Houseboat |
Marari | 03 | Abad Turtle Beach |
– Meeting and assistance by our representative.
– Welcome with fresh flower garlands.
– 09 nights hotel accommodation.
– 01 night accommodation on A/C Deluxe Houseboat
– Daily breakfast and dinners.
– Entrance fee to any monuments.
– Covering all main / major monuments and tourist attractions in each city.
– Local English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Chinese / Russian speaking guide.
– Car at the disposal.
– All Transfers, Sightseeing and Overland drive as per the itinerary by an air-conditioned Transport.
– All taxes.
– Tips
– International Air Fare
– Visa Fees
– Travel Insurance
– Personal expenses and drinks.
– Accommodation in good hotels.
– Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
– Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost.
– Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
– A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
– If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
– Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
– In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
– In Asia, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
– While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
– Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
– In Case of issuing Domestic or International air tickets, SGV is not responsible for any refund if the flight is delayed or cancelled, as it is the responsibility of airline.