Idyllic Kerala tour with Mumbai
Idyllic Kerala tour with Mumbai
11 Days Starting and ending in Mumbai
Visiting: Mumbai, Kochi, Munnar, Periyar, Alappuzha, Kovalam
Tour operator:
Tour code:
897
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 15
Age range:
10-99
Special diets catered:
Jain, Vegetarians, Vegans
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
The tour focuses on showing you the most populated and cosmopolitan city in India Mumbai as well as the greenest and the most idyllic Kerala state. During this tour will have an opportunity to explore not only beautiful and interesting monuments and places in Mumbai but also stay close to wonderful nature of Kerala state with a relaxing stay on Kovalem beach. The tour includes paradise boat ride at Kerala backwaters, sightseeing amazing tea plantations in Munnar and far more attractions which will broaden your mind and knowledge about the southern India.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Mumbai
Location: Mumbai
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
On arrival, you will meet our representative and transfer to hotel. After refreshing, do sightseeing of Mumbai : visit the Prince of Wales Museum (closed on Mondays), Hanging Gardens on the slopes of Malabar Hills offering nice view of Marine Lines and Chowpatty beach. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 : Mumbai Sightseeing
Location: Mumbai
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast sightseeing of Elephanta Island which is the site of the magnificent Elephanta caves, containing beautiful carvings, sculptures, and a temple to the Hindu God, Lord Shiva. These caves are thought to date back to the Silhara kings belonging to the period between 9th - 12th centuries. Do the sightseeing of Colbaba district and the monuments there such as - the Gateway of India for photo stop, drive past monuments built during the British era such as Mumbai University, Rajabai Clock Tower, High Court and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (VT). Overnight in Mumbai.
Day 3 : Kochi
Location: Kochi
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, departure transfer to domestic airport to board flight to Kochi. Assistance on arrival at airport and transfer to hotel. Upon arrival check-in at the resort. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 4 : Kochi
Location: Kochi
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast sightseeing tour that takes you to Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue, St. Francis Church, Chinese Fishing nets, etc. Enjoy the beauty of the place and discover Kerala in an entire new way. Evening witness a Classical Kathakali Dance Show. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 5 : Munnar
Location: Munnar
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, depart for Munnar which is situated at the confluence of three mountain streams namely Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. Upon arrival check-in at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 6 : Munnar
Location: Munnar
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
This hill station, located at an altitude of 1600 m above sea level, was once the summer resort of the erstwhile British government in South India. Sprawling tea plantations, picture book towns, winding lanes and holiday facilities make this a popular resort town. Munnar also has the highest peak in south India, Anamudi, which towers over 2695 m. Visit Mattupetty Dam, dairy farm, Old Munnar Town, Town Market etc. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 7 : Periyar
Location: Periyar
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, proceed to Thekkady. Transfer to hotel and relax. Afternoon, proceed for sightseeing –The Periyar wildlife sanctuary is thick evergreen forest, declared a Tiger Reserve in 1978. You can also do other things in Thekkady like – Boat cruises on the Periyar lake, visit cardamom, pepper, tea and coffee plantation. Overnight at hotel.
Day 8 : Alappuzha
Location: Alappuzha
Accommodation: De lux Houseboat
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Morning after breakfast proceed to Alleppey , where you will be booked to stay overnight on the Houseboat. Staying in Houseboat is breathtakingly stimulating experience. Lunch, evening tea and snacks, dinner next day breakfast and will be provided in the boat. Overnight at houseboat.
Day 9 : Kovalam
Location: Kovalam
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After Breakfast Check out from the houseboat and proceed to Kovalam, the countryside that God connected with the Seas in his own Country. Check-in to Hotel, relax and later you can proceed for sightseeing around Trivandrum Town visiting Museum complex, Sri. Padmanabha Swamy Temple, Science & Technology museum, Veli tourist village. Overnight at Kovalam.
Day 10 : Kovalam
Location: Kovalam
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After Breakfast, proceed to Kanyakumari, enroute visiting Padmanabhapuram Palace, Suchidram Temple. Later visit Gandhi Memorial, Devi Kanya Kumari Temple, Vivekanand Rock Memorial, built on a rock on which Swami Vivekanand meditated in year 1892. Evening, you will get to see the memorising Sunset at the confluence of 3 Oceans, Arabian Sea, Pacific Ocean and Indian Ocean. Evening return to Kovalam. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 11 : Flight To Mumbai
Location: Mumbai
Meals Included: Breakfast
After Breakfast you will depart to the airport for the flight to Mumbai. Transfer from the airport to the hotel or another central location in Mumbai.
What's Included
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One night on a luxury houseboat in Alleppey
Houesboat - a luxury houseboat that cruises through Alleppey and Kumarakom . This fully air-conditioned houseboat including living rooms. According to guests preference, A/C can be provided in the living room or bedroom on request during their stay on-board. Apart from that crew consists of 2 captains and a professional chef to provide you with delicious food.
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Accommodation
3-star accommodation in hotels with breakfast (AC, private bathroom) Ac luxury houseboat with all the snacks and meals - All the hotels have good reviews on Tripadvisor. Some of the hotels are heritage properties. The hotels in the package are located in the central location near the main attractions. Wifi available in all hotels Check in time is 10 o'clock and check out time is 12 o'clock
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
Ac commercial vehicle with an English- speaking driver. All the cars have a valid insurance and all India permits. The drivers speak English and have a long experience in work with foreign tourists from all over the world. All the transfers are provided as well as pick up and drop off in Delhi. The cars model depends on the number of travellers: Single person – Tata indigo or Suzuki desire Ac car 2 – 4 travellers - Tata indigo or Suzuki desire Ac 5 – 6 travellers– Innova Ac
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Meals – Breakfast Only
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Martial art show in Munnar Kalaripayattu is an Indian martial art and fighting system that originated in Kerala
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Two domestic flights in India from Mumbai to Kochi and Thiruvanandanphuram to Mumbai
there are luggage limits, 15 kg - the main luggage, 7 kg - hand luggage Excess luggage costs 1kg - 5 USD payable at the airport, or we can add on your request.
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The driver will be your guide during all the tour in Kerala
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Guide service for one day sightseeing of Mumbai
What's Not Included
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Country Entry Visas
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Entrance Fees
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Tipping and Gratuities
Check out our Q&As
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes, we can assist with booking hotels both before and after the tour.
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What is the maximum group size?
50 travellers
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, the children are welcome.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, all the guides speak English during our tours.
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
The driver is your escort. All our drivers speak English and have long time experience in work with foreigners. Hence, we add local English speaking guides in every place, or they are available on request.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Yes, it is. Sometimes wi - fi is available only in the hotel lobby.
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes, there is such time, usually in the evening.
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
We can organise the tour both for the single travellers, couples and bigger groups.
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes, AC is available in all the vehicles.
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What is the tipping policy?
There are recommended tips to the driver. Recommended amount per day, per person 3 USD. The tip for the guides is 8/10 USD and depends on the satisfacion.
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Yes, visa is required ro come to India.
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