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CLASSIC KERALA

This classic tour allows you to travel through this lush tropical land at a leisurely pace, seeing some of the very best

natural and cultural sights that this state has to offer. All the while staying in a carefully chosen range of properties(our personal favourites) .This tour is great for families and those wanting a relaxing break.

CLASSIC KERALA

TAILOR MADE LUXURY TOUR


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Stay in a homestay and learn about authentic Keralan

cuisine.

Explore the tranquil backwaters by houseboat.

Visit the Hill Station of Munnar, stroll through tea

plantations and visit a tea factory.

Wander through the ancient city of Cochin.

Stay in a delightful eco lodge nestled in the backwaters.

Relax in style at the end of your trip in a 5 star hotel

overlooking the Malabar Coast.

HIGHLIGHTS


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CLASSIC KERALA

AY ACTIVITY REGION

ay 01 Depart for Cochin Overnight flight

ay 02 arrive - transfer to hotel Cochin

ay 03 private sightseeing tour of Cochin Cochin

ay 04 transfer to J&D Kothamangalam

ay 05 transfer to Munnar Munnar

ay 06 private sightseeing tour of Munnar Munnar

ay 07 transfer to Kumarakom Kumarakom

ay 08 At leisure Kumarakom

ay 09 At leisure Kumarakom

ay 10 board houseboat Houseboat

ay 11 alight from Houseboat - transfer to Kovalam Kovalam

ay 12 At leisure Kovalam

ay 13 At leisure Kovalam

ay 14 transfer to airport for flight home

PRICE

1609 Per Person Sharing

(based on 2 people traveling)

Subject to Change & Availability

Please note single supplement is available uponrequest.

* a small supplement is levied by some of the hotels ifbooking for February - please enquire for more details

SUITABLE FOR

ACTIVITY GRADING

Easy - suitable for all fitness levels & ages.

Couples, families.


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DAY 01. DEPART FOR COCHIN.

DAY 02.

On arrival at Cochin Airport, meet and transfer tohotel for 02 nights' stay. Cochin, the 'Queen ofArabian Sea' has one of the finest natural harborsin the world. The ancient churches, palaces andsynagogue in this city are sought after byarchaeologists and historians. Evening, go formotorboat cruise to watch the sunset and theChinese fishing nets.

Overnight stay at Bruntons Boatyard.Meals (B)

DAY 03.

After breakfast, go for half-day sightseeing tour ofCochin covering the Dutch Palace (closed onFridays), which was built by the Portuguese in1555 and was presented to the Raja of Cochin as agesture of goodwill. The Jewish Synagogue (closedon Fridays & Saturdays) was originallyconstructed in 1568, but was destroyed byPortuguese in 1662. This was rebuilt two yearslater when the Dutch took over Cochin.

The St. Francis Church, said to be India's oldest

European-built church was constructed in 1503.Having died in Cochin in 1524, Vasco da Gamawas buried here for 14 years before his remainswere taken to Lisbon. Afternoon at leisure.Evening, drive to the Cultural Centre where youcan enjoy the Kathakali dance show.Overnight stay at Bruntons BoatyardMeals (B)

DAY 04.

After breakfast you will be met and transferred toa private cardamom estate just 20 minutes fromthe Thattekkad Bird Sanctuary. If you would like,Daisy, through her cookery lessons, will introduceyou to local Keralan cooking, with a special focuson vegetables, the use of coconut in food and thepreparation of Sadya, a Keralan festive meal. Withits close proximity to Thattekkad, you may alsowish to do a little bird watching during your stay.

Overnight stay at Jo & Daisys Homestay

Meals (B,L,D)

Courtesy of Conan Dumeril


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DAY 05. DRIVE TO MUNNAR

DAY 06.

You will be taken on a private sightseeing tour

of Munnar.

The Eravikulam National Park in Munnar isknown for Nilgiri Tahr, an endangeredspecies. Once the summer resort of the

British, Munnar is most famous for its teaand nearly 55,000 acres of land are coveredwith tea plantations. Morning, drive to theMunnar hills to visit Eravikulam National

Park, Mattupetty Dam, the scatteredvillages and later, the tea factory. A visit toold Munnar and the local market will beinteresting.

Overnight stay at Windermere Resort

Meals (B)

DAY 07. TRANSFER TO KUMARAKOM.

Overnight at Coconut Lagoon.

Meals (B)

DAYS 08 & 09 - At Leisure

Overnight at Coconut Lagoon.

Meals (B)

DAY 10. BOARD HOUSEBOAT

Today you will board your houseboat andleisurely cruise through the backwaters of

Kerala. The Backwaters of Kerala consist of anintricately woven network of canals, streamsand rivers. This lush green area provides ahaven for many species of birds and fish. Thelocal population has adapted to a waterborneexistence with the Backwaters providing theirhighway and recreation as well as theirlivelihood.Meals (B, L, D)

Overnight on Houseboat


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DAY 11. ALIGHT FROM HOUSEBOAT &TRANSFER TO KOVALAM.

Overnight at the Leela.

Meals (B)

DAYS 12 & 13. At Leisure, free to enjoy the

facilities of this stunning 5 star hotel or simplyrelax on the beach.

Overnights at the Leela.

Meals (B)

DAY 14. TRANSFER TO AIRPORT FOR FLIGHTHOME.


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Tour Includes: All transfers as per itinerary All sightseeing as per itinerary

with an English speakingguide.

Excursions as mentioned Transportation in private A/C

vehicle English speaking guide Meals as mentioned (B

=Breakfast, L = Lunch & D =Dinner - excludes drinks)

Public liability insurance All taxes Accommodation on a bed &

breakfast basis throughout thetour unless stated otherwise.

Tour Excludes: All International flights & Visa

fees. Meals, unless mentioned

differently Optional tours & activities

mentioned in the itinerary. Beverages and personal

expenses Other excursions and entrance

fees Travel insurance (cover

against all cancellation costs,medical expenses, includingrepatriation, in the event of

accident of illness)

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Extensions - Please Enquire for further details

ACCOMMODATION.

Should you wish to change any of the accommodation used in this tour, just ask and we will be

happy to recommend suitable alternatives to suit your preferences.

Entry requirements

All UK passport holders and most other nationalities require a visa for India which is obtainable inadvance from your nearest embassy. Typically 6 month multiple entry visas are usually sufficient.No vaccinations are mandatory for entry, however it is advisable to a be protected against TB, polio,typhoid, tetanus and hepatitus A and to take malaria prophylactics. Above all, it is essential toconsult your GP about your individual requirements as soon as possible before traveling. Inaddition, the following website National Travel Health Network and Centre is useful in preparingfor your trip:http://www.nathnac.org/ds/map_world.aspx

Flights

For Kerala, we recommend scheduled Emirates flights, because this airline offers an excellent all-

round service, including departures from Manchester, Birmingham and Glasgow.

The only disadvantage of Emirates flights to India is a 312-hour transit time in Dubai on theoutbound flight, and a 2-hour transit time on the return flight (these transit times are less if you aretraveling from Heathrow).
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