Kerala Intensiv
When you think of India, you may picture wide-open beaches and long stretches of coastline, an array of scents and spices, vibrant colours, wild animals, fascinating landscapes and much more. Does that sound like your kind of trip? Then this private tour of Kerala – “God’s Own Country” – is just the thing for you, bringing that vision to life. Experience it for yourself. It is also ideal before your Ayurvedic treatment.
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Kerala in Depth – Standard Hotels
- 7 nights in standard hotels with breakfast (houseboat with full board)
- Travel in air-conditioned vehicles
- Kathakali show in Cochin
- Entrance fees to the sights
- Boat trip in Periyar and visit to a spice plantation
Note: The itinerary depends on the arrival time in Cochin and is subject to change.
Day 1: Cochin
Meet and greet at Cochin International Airport (COK) and transfer to the hotel. City tour, including a visit to Mattancherry Palace, the synagogue, St Francis Church and Santa Cruz Basilica. Traditional Kathakali dance performance in the evening. Overnight stay in Cochin.
Day 2: Cochin – Munnar
Drive to Munnar, a hill station in the Western Ghats, surrounded by lakes, reservoirs, forests and tea plantations. Overnight stay in Munnar.
Day 3: Munnar – Periyar
Drive to Periyar. The rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight stay in Periyar.
Day 4: Periyar
Visit a spice plantation, followed by a boat trip on Lake Periyar in the afternoon (approx. 1.5 hours). Overnight stay in Periyar.
Day 5: Periyar – Kumarakom
Continue to Kumarakom, then travel to the resort by traditional boat or canoe. Overnight stay.
Day 6: Kumarakom – Alleppey
Houseboat cruise to Alleppey, offering a glimpse into life in the Backwaters. Overnight stay on the houseboat, including full board.
Day 7: Alleppey
A day at leisure in Alleppey, known for its boat races, fishing, lakes and peaceful waterways. Overnight stay in Alleppey.
Day 8: Alleppey – Cochin
Transfer to Cochin (or, for an additional charge, to your booked hotel in Trivandrum or Kottayam).
Not included: personal expenses such as tips, photography and filming permits, drinks and souvenirs.
Kerala in Depth – Deluxe Hotels
- 7 nights in deluxe hotels with breakfast (houseboat with full board)
- Travel in air-conditioned vehicles
- Kathakali show in Cochin
- Entrance fees to the sights
- Boat trip in Periyar and visit to a spice plantation
Note: The itinerary depends on the arrival time in Cochin and is subject to change.
Day 1: Cochin
Meet and greet at Cochin International Airport (COK) and transfer to the hotel. City tour, including a visit to Mattancherry Palace, the synagogue, St Francis Church and Santa Cruz Basilica. Traditional Kathakali dance performance in the evening. Overnight stay in Cochin.
Day 2: Cochin – Munnar
Drive to Munnar, a hill station in the Western Ghats, surrounded by lakes, reservoirs, forests and tea plantations. Overnight stay in Munnar.
Day 3: Munnar – Periyar
Drive to Periyar. The rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight stay in Periyar.
Day 4: Periyar
Visit a spice plantation, followed by a boat trip on Lake Periyar in the afternoon (approx. 1.5 hours). Overnight stay in Periyar.
Day 5: Periyar – Kumarakom
Continue to Kumarakom, then travel to the resort by traditional boat or canoe. Overnight stay.
Day 6: Kumarakom – Alleppey
Houseboat cruise to Alleppey, offering a glimpse into life in the Backwaters. Overnight stay on the houseboat, including full board.
Day 7: Alleppey
A day at leisure in Alleppey, known for its boat races, fishing, lakes and peaceful waterways. Overnight stay in Alleppey.
Day 8: Alleppey – Cochin
Transfer to Cochin (or, for an additional charge, to your booked hotel in Trivandrum or Kottayam).
Not included: personal expenses such as tips, photography and filming permits, drinks and souvenirs.
Kerala Intensiv in detail
Hotel
Day 1: Cochin
Arrival at Cochin International Airport (COK) and transfer to the hotel. Cochin (also known as Kochi) is Kerala’s second-largest city, situated on a natural harbour on the Malabar Coast. Enjoy a city tour, including a visit to Mattancherry Dutch Palace, with its historic murals, the synagogue, St Francis Church and Santa Cruz Basilica. In the evening, watch a traditional Kathakali dance performance. Overnight in Cochin.
Day 2: Cochin – Munnar
After breakfast, travel to Munnar, a hill station in the Western Ghats at around 1,600 m, with numerous lakes, reservoirs, forests and tea plantations. Overnight in Munnar.
Day 3: Munnar – Periyar
Travel to Periyar, South India’s best-known wildlife sanctuary, famous for its elephants. The rest of the day is at leisure. Two nights in Periyar.
Day 4: Periyar
Visit a spice plantation (cinnamon, pepper, coffee and more). In the afternoon, take a boat trip on Lake Periyar (approx. 1.5 hours).
Day 5: Periyar – Kumarakom
Continue to Kumarakom, travelling by traditional boats and canoes through the waterways of Lake Vembanad to the resort. Overnight stay.
Day 6: Kumarakom – Alleppey
On the way to Alleppey, travel by houseboat past typical Keralan villages and experience everyday life in the Backwaters at close quarters. Overnight on the houseboat, including full board.
Day 7: Alleppey
Enjoy a day at leisure in Alleppey, known for its boat races, fishing, lakes and tranquil waterways. Overnight in Alleppey.
Day 8: Alleppey – Cochin
Transfer to Cochin (to your booked hotel in Trivandrum or Kottayam for an additional charge).
Note:
The itinerary depends on your arrival in Cochin and is subject to change.
Mattancherry Dutch Palace is closed on Fridays, and the Jewish synagogue is closed on Saturdays.
Arrival
- Cochin International Airport (COK): approx. 37 km / 70 min
Transfer to/from Trivandrum International Airport (TRV): £94 (€110)
Additional information
Supplements for Christmas and New Year’s Eve are available on request.
Dogs not permitted.
Travelling with children? We'll be happy to check availability and prices for you – just add their ages at the time of travel in the comments field when you book or enquire.
Hotel rooms at a glance
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Double Room (2+ Guests)
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Single Room (1 Guest)
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Single Room (2+ Guests)
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