Kerala at leisure
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Kerala at leisure
Itinerary
Fly to Kochi
Overnight flight to Kochi (Cochin). (N)
Meal basis:
As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
Kochi
Transfer to historical Fort Kochi for 2 nights at Malabar House. Walk or cycle through the picturesque lanes, visiting Gujarati Street, famous for its sweets, and the spice markets. (N)
Kochi
Visit hidden Kochi, taking in the Dutch Palace and see the dhobi wallahs in action. Endless rows of shops sell everything from lamps to fragrant spices and intricate lacework. Uncover a bygone era of basilicas, visit local children in a school and the Jewish synagogue, built in 1568. (B)
Thekkady
Travel through lush green landscapes to the tropical rainforests of the Western Ghats, and the small town of Thekkady. Check in for two nights at the charming Spice Village. (B)
Thekkady
Venture into Periyar National Park. Cruise on Periyar Lake and spot elephants on the lakeside. Return to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure, perhaps venture into town to visit one of the many local spice shops. (B)
Backwaters cruise
Board a houseboat for an overnight cruise, exploring the world of the backwaters. (B, L, D)
Kumarakom
Disembark and check in for your 2 night stay at Kumarakom Lake Resort, nestled on the serene banks of Lake Vembanad. (B)
Kumarakom
Enjoy a day at leisure. (B)
Kovalam
Kovalam
Enjoy a day at leisure to experience the tropical landscapes. (B)
Kovalam
Day at leisure. (B)
Fly home
Depart for Trivandrum and your flight home. (B)
Meal basis: As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
The Cox & Kings signature experiences
- Tour the spice markets and lanes of Fort Kochi
- Relax at Kanam Estate in the midst of the spice and rubber plantations
- Enjoy rural life on the Keralan backwaters
- Stay overnight on a traditional Keralan houseboat
What's included
- International flights (and domestic flights if applicable)
- UK departure and overseas airport taxes
- Accommodation, itinerary & meal basis as described
- Local Transfers in a private chauffeur-driven vehicle
- The support (if required) of an English speaking local representative
- Local guides and entrance fees where applicable
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