KERALA WONDERS (EHA009D)

KOLKATA-KOCHI-MUNNAR-THEKKADY-KUMARAKOM-TRIVANDRUM-KOLKATA

Kochi, Kerala, India

Overview

Kerala, also known as "God's Own Country," is a southern Indian state known for its unique geography, rich culture, and vibrant traditions. It features natural wonders like Alleppey, Kumarakom, Kovalam, Varkala, Munnar, Wayanad, Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Silent Valley National Park, and festivals like Onam, Thrissur Pooram, Kathakali, and Mohiniyattam. Kerala also boasts architectural wonders like Padmanabhaswamy Temple and Goruvayur Temple, and is a significant ecotourism destination.

Duration

8 Days / 7 Nights

Tour Type

Sightseeing

Highlights

Enjoy elephant ride in Thekkady.
Explore local markets for shopping.
Visit Cheeyapara waterfalls and Tea Museum.
Explore Eravikulam National Park, Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point.

Inclusions

Inclusive of all taxes
Meals as per itinerary
Accommodation as per itinerary
All transportation as per itinerary
Sightseeing and exploration as per itinerary

Exclusions

Airfare or Trainfare
Entry fees to any attractions or parks
Personal expenses, tips, and beverages
Sightseeing and exploration as per itinerary
Any additional activities or services not mentioned in the itinerary

Itinerary

Day 1 Kolkata - Kochi

• Arrival at Kolkata airport and proceed to Kochi airport. • Reach Kochi airport, picked up you from airport. • Check-in hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 2 Kochi - Munnar

• After breakfast, check-out from the hotel, proceed to Munnar. • En-route visit Cheeyapara waterfalls. • Reach Munnar, check-in hotel and take some rest. • In evening, visit Tea Museum. • Back to the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 3 Munnar

• After breakfast, visit Eravikulam National Park, Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, Kundala Dam Lake and explore local market for shopping. • Back to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 4 Munnar - Thekkady

• After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and procced to Thekkady. • Reach Thekkady, check-in hotel and take some rest. • In evening, visit Spice Plantations or enjoy elephant ride in Thekkady. • Back to the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 5 Thekkady - Kumarakom/Alleppey

• Early morning, enjoy boat ride at Periyar Lake and back to the hotel, for breakfast. • After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and proceed to Kumarakom/Alleppey. • Reach Kumarakom/Alleppey, check-in houseboat for overnight stay.

Day 6 Kumarakom/Alleppey - Trivandrum/Kovalam

• After breakfast, check-out from the houseboat and procced to Trivandrum/Kovalam. • Reach Trivandrum/Kovalam, check-in hotel and take some rest. • In afternoon, visit Kovalam Beachnd. • Back to the hotel and overnight stay.

Day 7 Trivandrum/Kovalam - Kochi

• Early morning, visit Sree Padmanabhaswamy temple and back to the hotel for breakfast. • After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and proceed to Kochi. • Reach Kochi, visit Marine drive and check-in hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 8 Kochi - Kolkata - Departure

• After breakfast, visit Chinese fishing net, Jew Synagogue and Jew town. • Dropped you at Kochi airport for flight Kolkata. • Reach Kolkata airport. • Departure

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Important Notice

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Off-season trips offer significant advantages for customers and help bridge the seasonality gap in tourism

Off-season trips often come with substantial discounts on flights, accommodations, and activities, making travel more affordable.
Traveling during the off-season means fewer tourists, leading to a more relaxed and enjoyable experience with less time spent in lines and crowded attractions.
Off-season travel can offer unique experiences, such as local festivals, seasonal activities, and authentic cultural interactions that are not available during peak seasons.
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Traveling during the off-season helps distribute tourist traffic more evenly throughout the year, supporting local economies and reducing the environmental impact.

By leveraging these advantages, customers can enjoy more affordable, enjoyable, and unique travel experiences while helping to balance the seasonality in tourism.