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Two weeks travelling through Kerala in top-notch hotels, well balanced in terms of site-seeing and relaxation, but moving enough to keep it interesting. Relax for three nights at the beach at the end, with a shortish transfer to the airport to keep things simple. It’s got some fantastic wildlife spotting opportunities, glorious Vembanad Lake and of course, lovely hotels throughout. 

Highlights:

  • Ease into your holiday with the seaside town of Kochi (Cochin)
  • Experience a lovingly resorted planter's bungalow on a pepper and cardamom plantation
  • Incredible scenery and views in Munnar with a traditional tea factory visit
  • Relax on a peaceful beach in a stunning hotel - a perfect place to escape

 As with all of our suggested itineraries, we can tailor-make your holiday to suit your budget, style and expectations. Find out about our exclusive ‘Journey Planner’ here.  

DAY 1 DEPART THE UK

Depart and fly to Delhi or Mumbai and connect to Kochi. 

DAY 2 & 3 KOCHI Bustiling seaside city

Arrive in Kochi, and you’ll be picked up by your driver who will remain with you till the beach part of your trip. They’ll take you to your hotel on the harbourside of this charming seaside city.

Today you will take a guided tour of Fort Cochin and Mattancherry in local style – on board an auto-rickshaw. You can explore the lesser-visited lanes and alleyways that aren’t accessible by car, and get under the skin of the city. In the afternoon, you’ll take a ferry across to Ernakulam, the business hub of modern-day Cochin. It’s fascinating exploring the contrasts between old and new.

DAY 4 & 5 MUNNAR Tea planters paradise

You’ll drive through dramatic scenery towards the lovely hill station of Munnar, established by the British and with over 30 estates. Your accommodation is a boutique hotel in the hills with incredible views.

You will spend a full day exploring around the tea country with its sloping hills and plantations stretching as far as the eye can see.

DAYS 6-8 PERIYAR Keralan wildlife

Today you will rise early and drive towards Periyar National Park and wildlife sanctuary, which houses a board range of species from elephants, bison to the ever-elusive tiger. On arrival at your planter’s bungalow, you’ll have the chance to relax after lunch, before a 4-5km afternoon walk through well-defined tracks.

You’ll get to experience a cooking class while as the bungalow, visiting the market to buy fresh ingredients and then use them for cooking a meal with your host. Afterwards, you’ll take a short walk around the spice plantation.

A day of leisure awaits to do as you please while staying in the bungalow. 

DAYS 9-11 KUMARAKOM Lakeside living

After a scenic four hour drive, you will reach Kumarakom with its small cluster of palm-fringed islands next to Vembanad Lake. It’s the perfect place to relax for a few days and take in the laid back lifestyle of the Keralans. You’ll stay in the lovely Kumarakom Lake Resort with fantastic views. Here you might like to leary about Ayurveda or cycle around local villages or meet with local chefs to learn about cuisine in this region. The next few days are yours as you wish.

DAYS 12-14 Kovalam Relaxed beach

This morning you will be picked up by your driver and taken to Kovalam which will take around 4 hours. Well worth the drive, although a more developed beach resort in this region, you’ll be staying at the stunning Niraamaya Surya Samudra for the next few days.

DAY 15 FLY HOME (OR STAY!)

Depending on your flight time, you’ll take the short 30-minute drive to Trivandrum airport for your onward journey. If you’d like to extend the beach, then just let us know. Every trip to India is tailormade, so the itinerary is entirely flexible. Get in touch today.

As every holiday is unique to you, prices vary. To give you an indication, our holidays typically cost between £4,000 and £6,000 per adult depending on trip length and time of year as well as the hotels and flights involved. We offer child and seasonal discounts. You can read our ultimate guide to holiday costs in Asia for more in-depth information.

To start your journey, talk to one of our friendly consultants today.

Since every traveler is unique - Call our experts on 1-888-577-8452 to create your personalised vacation itinerary.

Inclusions

Your bespoke proposal with Experience Travel Group will include:

  • International Flights (we can omit if you prefer)
  • Accommodation as described
  • Privately guided tours and transfers
  • Tips for guides and drivers
  • Original Experience Travel Group "signature" experiences 
  • Full financial protection (ABTA and ATOL bonding.) 
  • 24-hour in-country backup while away
  • Your dedicated travel expert in the UK 

You can book this holiday tour on its own, with flights or it can be tailored for you.

Here are the hotels and villas within this holiday as standard...

Brunton Boatyard

Brunton Boatyard, Cochin

This relatively new hotel is a painstaking reconstruction of 19th century Colonial life on Cochin Harbour. Great value and fantastic seafood.

Kumarakom Lake Resort

Kumarakom Lake Resort, Kumarakom

Come to Kumarakom Lake Resort for the royal treatment, the finest luxury and tea on the lawn overlooking lovely Lake Vembanad.

Niraamaya Surya Samudra

Niraamaya Surya Samudra, Kovalam

This boutique resort perfectly combines a traditional Keralite aesthetic with contemporary luxury.

Shalimar Spice Garden

Shalimar Spice Garden, Periyar

Peaceful thatched cottages set amongst spice trees and surrounded by wildlife.

Spice Tree

Spice Tree, Munnar

Nestled in the picturesque Munnar Hills, this charming little boutique hotel is the perfect nature retreat.

You can book this holiday tour on its own, with flights or it can be tailored for you.

Here are the experiences & activities within this holiday as standard...

A Day in the Tea Lands

A Day in the Tea Lands, Munnar

Explore the picture perfect tea plantations that swathe the sloping hills of the Western Ghats.

An Alternative View

An Alternative View, Cochin

An alternative view of Fort Cochin and Mattencherry in an auto-rickshaw; hidden lanes, alleyways and a forgotten synagogue.

Cochin Tour and Performance

Cochin Tour and Performance, Cochin

As the oldest European settlement in India Kochi (Cochin) features a fascinating blend of architectural styles.

Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary

Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary , Kumarakom

Visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, an ornithologist's paradise - a favourite haunt of migratory birds.

Periyar Nature Walk

Periyar Nature Walk, Periyar

Get back to nature and spend the day exploring the easy trails and trekking routes of Periyar National Park.

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