Tropical South India Journey (Luxury Accommodation)
Highlights
- Safety measures
- 10 days (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
Located on the tropical Malabar Coast of southwestern India, Kerala has been named as one of the ten paradises of the world by National Geographic Traveler. Peace and serenity await you.
Visited cities: Cochin, Alleppey, Thekkady, Munnar & Mumbai
- Day 1 - Cochin
1 Stop
1.- Kochi (Cochin)
You will be picked up from Cochin Airport with a signed board under your name, as per your flight details. Early arrivals have the possibility to explore Cochin, depending on your preferences. Some places would be visited according to your time and personal interests.
4 hours • Admission Ticket FreeAccommodation: Hotel Options Available: Affordable: Old Courtyard Semi Luxury: Trident Luxury: Grand Hayat
Meals: Not included
- Day 2 - Cochin - Bustling commercial port city with a trading history that dates back to at least 600 years.
4 Stops
1.- Fort Kochi
A charming seaside area, Fort Kochi is known for its Dutch, Portuguese, and British colonial architecture, and elaborate bamboo fishing nets at Fort Kochi Beach.
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free2.- Church of Saint Francis
Saint Francis Church, in Fort Kochi, Kochi, originally built in 1503, is one of the oldest European churches in India and has great historical significance as a mute witness to the European colonial struggle in the subcontinent.
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included3.- Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica
The Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica at Fort Kochi, Kochi is one of the nine Basilicas in Kerala. Counted as one of the heritage edifices of Kerala, this church is one of the finest and most impressive churches in India and visited by tourists the whole year round.
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included4.- Kochi (Cochin)
Stroll around its picturesque beaches fill with peculiar fish nets and the fish market
2 hours • Admission Ticket FreeAccommodation: Hotel Options Available: Affordable: Old Courtyard Semi Luxury: Trident Luxury: Grand Hayat
Meals: Breakfast
- Day 3 - Alleppey - From houseboat stays in to lazing around on pristine beaches, enjoy the wide range of memorable experiences.
1 Stop
1.- Alappuzha
Enjoy a Boat Ride at Vembananad Lake, which offers a fascinating insight into the life of Keralan Backwater. On the narrow strip of land you could appreciate the fishing fishermen, children swimming, and women doing their daily chores. Experience any place you find on the way, loose yourself and unravel the magic of the place.
6 hours • Admission Ticket FreeAccommodation: Houseboat in the Backwaters of Kerala
Meals: BreakfastLunchDinner
- Day 4 - Thekkady - Experience the sight of majestic elephants, spice plantations, and beautiful hills.
1 Stop
1.- Periyar Lake
Boating on the Lake Periyar and witness the fascinating Wildlife and unique animal sanctuaries in India. Visit the fragrant spice plantations of cardamom, cinnamon, pepper, and coffee. Enjoy the Tea States as well. Shop in the local market for natural seasonings to take home.
6 hours • Admission Ticket IncludedAccommodation: Hotel Options Available: Affordable: Tree Top Semi Luxury: Elephant Court Luxury: Naramaya Retreats
Meals: Breakfast
- Day 5 - Thekkady
2 Stops
1.- Cochin Spice Market
Enjoy it´s vibrant smells and colors
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included2.- Periyar Lake
Enjoy a boat ride in the Periyar Lake to observe Wildlife
2 hours • Admission Ticket IncludedAccommodation: Hotel Options Available: Affordable: Tree Top Semi Luxury: Elephant Court Luxury: Naramaya Retreats
Meals: Breakfast
- Day 6 - Munnar - Popular hill-station perched at an altitude of 1600m in the Western Ghats, known as the Kashmir of South India.
1 Stop
1.- Munnar
One of the highest Tea growing lands in the world. Visit Eravikulam National Park, home of the endangered Nilgiri Thar (Ibex). Experience Mattupetty Dam, the Indo Swiss Dairy farm and the Kundala Lake.
4 hours • Admission Ticket FreeAccommodation: Hotel Options Available: Affordable: Abad Copper Castle Semi Luxury: Tea Country Resort Luxury: Panoramic Gateway
Meals: Breakfast
- Day 7 - Munnar
1 Stop
1.- Munnar
Enjoy the natural beauty of Tea States. Visit Eravikulam National Park, home of the endangered Nilgiri Thar (Ibex). Experience Mattupetty Dam, the Indo Swiss Dairy farm
6 hours • Admission Ticket FreeAccommodation: Hotel Options Available: Affordable: Abad Copper Castle Semi Luxury: Tea Country Resort Luxury: Panoramic Gateway
Meals: Breakfast
- Day 8 - Mumbai - Feel the energy of this impressive city and live the Elephanta Caves.
1 Stop
1.- Mumbai
Feel the energy of this impressive city and live the Elephanta Caves. Experience as well Dharavi, the area where Bollywood movie and Oscar Winner, “Slumdog Millionaire” has been shot.
5 hours • Admission Ticket FreeAccommodation: Hotel Options Available: Affordable: Fort Residency Semi Luxury: Suba Palace Luxury: Taj Mahal Tower
Meals: Breakfast
- Day 9 - Mumbai
5 Stops
1.- Elephanta Caves
Elephanta Caves are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a collection of cave temples predominantly dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. They are on Elephanta Island, or Gharapuri, in Mumbai.
4 hours • Admission Ticket Included2.- Gateway of India
The Gateway of India is an arch-monument built in the early twentieth century in the city of Mumbai. It was erected to commemorate the landing in December 1911 at Apollo Bunder, Mumbai of King-Emperor George V and Queen-Empress Mary, the first British monarch to visit India.
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free3.- Dharavi
Dharavi is Mumbai’s largest slum (and the third-largest in the world) made famous by the film Slumdog Millionaire.
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free4.- Dhobi Ghat
Dhobi Ghat is an open air laundromat. The washers, known as dhobis, work in the open to clean clothes and linens from Mumbai's hotels and hospitals.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included5.- Colaba Market
The everyday carnival of the Colaba Causeway market is a shopping experience like no other in Mumbai. That infamous Indian saying of "sab kuch milega" (everything is possible) certainly applies at this market.
2 hours • Admission Ticket IncludedAccommodation: Hotel Options Available: Affordable: Fort Residency Semi Luxury: Suba Palace Luxury: Taj Mahal Tower
Meals: Breakfast
- Day 10 - Mumbai - Departure
1 Stop
1.- Mumbai
Relaxed and ready for travelling back home, your driver will take you to the airport as per your flight schedule.
3 hours • Admission Ticket FreeAccommodation: Not included
Meals: Breakfast
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Selected 9 night accommodation based on single/double occupancy in mentioned hotels
- English-Speaking Local Driver and Private Guide
- Driver expenses, fuel, insurance and all taxes covered
- Live Performance of Kathakaly Dance in Thekaddy
- A Naturologist short lecture in Thekaddy about the Kerala’s Plantation Spice Gardens
- Bottled Water for the whole journey
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- WiFi on board
- Private transportation
- Flight from Delhi/Mumbai to Cochin
- Flight from Cochin to Mumbai/Delhi
- Thekkady – visit of spice gardens of Kerala
- House Boat Cruise Backwaters – All meals are included in the cruise only
- Boat trip excursion at Periyar Wildlife centaury
- Drivers food and lodging is included in the cost
- Government 5%GST tax, all state taxes, tolls, parkings are included
- Breakfast (9)
Important Information
Luxury Accommodation: Luxury Hotel Accommodation in every city visited.
Pickup included
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.