Kerala Delight

Tour Highlights

• Inclusions : A fully loaded group holiday including all meals, evening tea/coffee with snacks, a Tour Manager*, and insurance for travelers under 69 years.
  
• Accommodation : Stay in Standard 3-star hotels in Cochin, Munnar, Thekkady, and Alleppey .
  
• Unique Experiences :
  
• Experience India's inaugural Water Metro ride.
  
• Enjoy an Elephant ride and watch an ancient Kalaripayattu martial arts show.
  
• Savor a Traditional Sadya Lunch .
  
• Enjoy a serene Boat ride on the famous backwaters.
  

Daily Itinerary

• Day 1: Arrival in Kochi
  
• Transfer : Welcome to Kochi and transfer to your hotel.
  
• Leisure : After check-in and lunch at the hotel, enjoy leisure time to explore local markets for souvenirs.
  
• Stay : Dinner and overnight stay in Kochi.

• Day 2: Kochi – Munnar (130 Km / ~4.5 hours drive)
  
• Kochi Sightseeing : Visit the Mattancherry Dutch Palace , Jewish Synagogue , St. Francis Church, and the Chinese Fishing Nets .
  
• Experience : Take a ferry ride and India's first Water Metro to Marine Drive.
  
• Lunch : Savor a traditional Kerala vegetarian Sadhya lunch.
  
• Enroute to Munnar : Visit the cascading Cheeyappara and scenic Valara waterfalls.
  
• Stay : Dinner and overnight stay in Munnar.

• Day 3: Munnar Exploration
  
• Sightseeing : Visit Eravikulam National Park (home to the Nilgiri Tahr), lush tea estates, Mattupetty Dam , and Echo Point .
  
• Panoramic Views : Explore Pothenmedu View Point , Blossom Hydel Park , and the Munnar Botanical Garden.
  
• Stay : Dinner and overnight stay in Munnar.

• Day 4: Munnar – Thekkady (120 Km / ~4 hours drive)
  
• Enroute : Learn about tea production at a Tea Factory and discover aromatic spices at a Spice Plantation .
  
• Thekkady Activities : Enjoy an Elephant Ride at Elephant Junction and watch a Kalaripayattu martial arts show.
  
• Stay : Dinner and overnight stay in Thekkady.

• Day 5: Thekkady – Alleppey (140 Km / ~3.5 hours drive)
  
• Journey : Drive to Alleppey, known as the "Venice of the East".
  
• Backwaters : Experience a serene boat ride on the backwaters.
  
• Stay : Dinner and overnight stay in Alleppey.

• Day 6: Departure from Alleppey
  
• Check-out : Morning breakfast and check-out from the hotel.
  
• Departure : Transfer to the airport for your onward journey.
  
• Note : The vehicle departs for Kochi Airport at 10:00 AM ; it is requested to book flights after 15:00 hrs .
  

Accommodation & Meals

• Hotels Envisaged (Standard Category) :
  
• Cochin : Abad Atrium or similar (3-star).
  
• Munnar : Sterling Munnar or similar (4-star).
  
• Thekkady : Sterling Thekkady or similar (3-star).
  
• Alleppey : Ramada by Wyndham or similar.
  
• Meal Plan : Includes 5 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, and 5 Dinners .
  
• Breakfasts and Dinners are typically buffet-style.
  
• One traditional Sadya lunch and four Indian lunches are included.
  
• Extra topping: Snacks with tea/coffee once daily.
  

Key Inclusions & Exclusions

• Inclusions :
  
• All "Must See" sightseeing with all entrance fees included.
  
• Air-conditioned vehicles for transfers and sightseeing.
  
• 1 liter of water per person per day.
  
• All currently applicable hotel taxes, toll taxes, and driver allowances.
• GST
• Exclusions :
  
• Air, Train, or Bus fare to/from originating city.
  
• Personal expenses such as room service, laundry, tips, and beverages.
  
• Extra excursions not specified in the itinerary.

Important Information

Group Strength : Departures operate with a minimum of 10 passengers . If strength is lower, guests may shift departures or pay a private vehicle supplement.

• Acclimatization & Hills : AC is not available in vehicles while traveling in hill regions.
  
• Hotel Specifics : Hotels may not have lift facilities. Scarcity of water/electricity can occur in hilly areas, and hot water may have a fixed schedule.
  
• Identification : A valid photo ID (excluding PAN cards) is mandatory for all tour members.
  
• Check-in/out : Standard check-in is 14:00 Hrs ; check-out is 10:00 Hrs .
  
• Optional Excursion : Early arrivals (around 10 AM) can plan an Athirapally excursion as a private supplement.