Best Of Kerala

Overview

Kerala is one of the most idyllic states of India. Flanked by the Arabian Sea in the west and mountain ranges in the east, Kerala is rich in cultural heritage and is known for its beautiful beaches, scenic backwaters, its wildlife sanctuaries, its proudly distinctive cuisine, authentic ayurveda, and its many dance forms. Kerala is a delightful and unique Indian holiday experience.

Itinerary

DAY 1: KOCHI
On arrival in Kochi you will be transferred to your hotel with the afternoon at leisure. Overnight at your HOTEL.

DAY 2: KOCHI
After breakfast, you will enjoy a half-day city tour, visiting the Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue, Chinese fishing nets, St. Francis Church and Santa Cruz Church with an evening Kathakali dance performance. Overnight at your HOTEL. (B)

DAY 3: KOCHI – MUNNAR
Today you will be taken on a tour to see the sprawling tea plantations, picture book towns and the winding lanes of Munnar. Overnight at your HOTEL. (B)

DAY 4: MUNNAR
Today will be at leisure. Overnight at your HOTEL. (B)

DAY 5: MUNNAR – THEKKADY
After a buffet breakfast, transfer to Thekkady by road, before an afternoon cruise on Periyar Lake to observe the local wildlife. Overnight at your HOTEL. (B)

DAY 6: THEKKADY – KUMARAKOM
After breakfast, you will travel to Kumarakom. Overnight at your HOTEL. (B)

DAY 7: KUMARAKOM
Today, you can relax in a hammock or stroll through Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. Overnight at your HOTEL. (B)

DAY 8: KUMARAKOM – ALLEPPEY (HOUSEBOAT)
After a buffet breakfast, you will board your houseboat and cruise along the palm-fringed backwaters of Kerala. This is one of the highlights of this tour. Overnight onboard your HOUSEBOAT. (B, L, D)

DAY 9: ALLEPPEY – KOVALAM
Today you will disembark your houseboat and travel by private vehicle to Kovalam. Two nights at your HOTEL. (B)

DAY 10: KOVALAM
Today will be at leisure to explore this beautiful beach resort town set on the Arabian Sea. (B)

DAY 11: KOVALAM – TRIVANDRUM
On departure, you will be transferred to Trivandrum airport. (B)

Hotels
CITYSUPERIORLUXURY
KochiEighth BastionBrunton Boatyard Hotel
MunnarBlanket Hotel & SpaWindermere Estate
ThekkadyGreenwoods ResortSpice Village
KumarakomLakesong ResortCoconut Lagoon
AllepeyTraditional KetuvallamSpice Coast Cruise
KovalamTravancore HeritageTaj Green Cove Resort and Spa

Accommodation Options

Includes

• 10 nights twin share accommodation with breakfast daily
• All meals whilst on-board the houseboat
• All sightseeing, excursions and transfers using an AC vehicle
• Services of local English speaking guides
• Entrance fee at monuments
• Kathakali dance show in Kochi
• Eravikulam National Park visit in Munnar (closed in February)
• Tata Tea Museum visit in Munnar
• Boat ride at Periyar National Park
• Spice plantation visit in Periyar
• All current applicable taxes
• Other inclusions as per itinerary

NOTE: Daily departures based on a minimum of 2 passengers travelling together.

Low Season – 16 Apr 2026 – 30 Sep 2026*

High Season – 01 Oct 2026 – 15 Apr 2027*

* Prices not valid 20 Dec 2026 – 10 Jan 2027 (peak period)

Not valid during Pushkar Fair.

Subject to change without notice.

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