Glimpse of Kerala (4N)

Code: KERALA04
5 DAYS - 4 NIGHTS
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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.

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.

ARRIVAL/ DEPARTURE As per confirmed flight/ bus/ train schedule
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Munnar (2N) – Thekkady (1N) – Alleppey HB (1N)

  • Trip to Eravikulam National Park, Tea Plantation & Museum, Munnar
  • Visit to Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Boat Ride at Lake Periyar, Spice plantation tour & Kalaripayattu show
  • Cruise through beautiful Kerala backwaters and stay on Houseboat, Alleppey
  • Sightseeing tours by private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Start & end in Cochin
HOTEL INFORMATION Munnar: Grand Plaza (or) similar
Thekkady: Mountain courtyard (or) similar
Alleppey: Waves Shore Houseboat (or) similar
INCLUDED
Cost per person calculated based on minimum 2 adults traveling together
3 nights accommodation in well-appointed rooms in above mentioned hotels or equivalent
1 night accommodation in well-appointed rooms in above mentioned houseboat or equivalent
Breakfast in Munnar & Thekkady hotels
Breakfast, lunch, & dinner at the houseboat
Ground transportation in private vehicle
All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
All applicable taxes
NOT INCLUDED
Air/ Bus/ Train tickets
Kalaripayattu show in Thekkady
Boat-ride in Periyar Lake
Guide charges
Travel and medical Insurance
Meal plan other than mentioned
Early check-in and late check-out
Camera and video permits
Exigency cost (if any)
Gratitude and portages

Please note:

  • The above cost is per person for the mentioned duration on the basis of minimum 2 adults traveling together.
  • Munnar – Eravikulam National Park will be closed in the month of February & March.
  • Munnar – Tata Tea Museum will be closed on Monday.
  • Hotel Check in 1400hrs and check out 1200hrs.
  • Alleppey houseboat check in time: 12.30 pm, check out time: 9.30 am.
  • Air conditioner in houseboat will be ON only from 09 pm to 07 am.
  • Medium vehicle will be provided for 1-3 travelers and Innova will be provided for 4-5 travelers.
  • Package cost will not be valid during public holidays, festivals, exhibitions and long-weekends. A surcharge will be levied and will be advised at the time of booking.
  • Early check in and late checkout would be subject to room availability

The above tour can be customized  for different duration, category of stay and itinerary to specifically suit your requirements. Email us on holiday@takeabreak.in, call us on +91 99005 61893, leave a message in the enquiry form  or chat with our holiday advisor below for more details on the above holiday program.

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Day 1: 01 Arrival in Cochin & Drive to Munnar (120 km/approx. 4.5 hours)

Munnar – derived its name from the confluence of the three rivers around which the town grew. Today, it offers beautiful vistas, cardamom and spice plantations, aromatic oil factories, sights of several endangered species and the purple-blue of the Neelakurinji flowers that bloom every 12 years.

  • Meet our representative upon arrival in Cochin and drive to Munnar.
  • Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel and spend evening at leisure.
  • Overnight stay at the hotel.

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Day 2: Sightseeing in Munnar

Eravikulam National Park, home to various elusive and endangered species. It is a great place to enjoy trekking and offers mind-blowing views of the tea plantations. Later, proceed towards Tea Museum (closed on Monday), which gives an insight to the history of tea plantations of this region.

  • Explore Eravikulam National Park
  • Visit Tea Museum (closed on Monday)
  • Visit Mattupetty Dam, Eco Point and Flower Garden.
  • Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

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Day 3: Munnar – Thekkady (90 kms / approx. 2.5 hours)

Set high in the ranges of the Western Ghats in Kerala, is the Periyar National Park and Tiger Reserve. Periyar wildlife sanctuary has a picturesque lake at the heart of the sanctuary. Herds of playful wild elephants have made Periyar Lake their favorite haunt for frolicking in the water. They can be witnessed bathing and swimming here. Enjoy a boat ride on the lake to view the wildlife at close quarters. Other inhabitants of Periyar include the leopard, wild dog, barking deer, mouse deer, Nilgiri langur, bonnet macaque, sambhar, porcupines, squirrels, gaur (Indian bison), wild boar and sloth bear. Later, take a spice plantation tour. The aroma and pleasant ambiance of the spice and tea plantations of Periyar are fascinating. Spices found in Thekkady include pepper, clove, cardamom, nutmeg, ginger, turmeric, vanilla and curry leaves.

  • After breakfast, drive to Thekkady (Periyar) and on arrival check-in at the hotel.
  • Enjoy a full day sightseeing tour of Periyar.
  • Enjoy a boat ride on the lake to view the wildlife at close quarters.
  • In evening, watch traditional Kalaripayattu show. (Optional) – You can also enjoy an elephant ride in Periyar.
  • Return to the hotel for overnight stay.

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Day 4: Thekkady – Alleppey (140 kms / approx. 4 hours)

Alleppey, “Venice of the East” has a large network of backwater canals that meander through the town, surrounding villages and Vembanad Lake.

  • After breakfast, drive to Alleppey and board your houseboat on arrival.
  • Cruise through the beautiful and scenic backwaters of Kerala, while you stay in houseboat.
  • Overnight stay in houseboat.

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Day 5: Departure from Cochin (83 kms / approx.2.5 hour)

  • After breakfast, you will be transferred to Cochin airport for return flight back home.

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