| PACKAGE INCLUDES |
Hotel
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Meal
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Partial Meals Inclusive
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Entrance Pass
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Return Airport Transfer
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100% Private Tour
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| TRIP OVERVIEW |
| Tour the most important places of Kerala. Visit Cochin, Kovalam, Trivendrum & Allepey. Travel to the Capital city of Kerala and Watch the perfect Sunset on the The Arabian Sea in Kovalam. Cruise The Famous Backwaters of Kerala enjoying the charms of the local village life. Explore the 1st European township in India, A charming seaside area known for its Dutch, Portuguese, and British colonial architecture |
| HIGHTLIGHTS |
✔ Dubbed 'God's Own Country' & 1 of the 10 Paradises of the World by National Geographic. Let us take you on a Guided Private Tour of this Place
✔ Enjoy & experience Sumptuous Malabar Cuisine at your hotel
✔ Watch the perfect Sunset on the The Arabian Sea in Kovalam
✔ Be entertained to the famous Kathakali Cultural Performance
✔ Pamper yourself to an Ayurvedic Spa in Kovalam Beach Resort
✔ Visit Kuthira Malika Palace - known for its Travancore styled architecture
✔ Cruise The Famous Backwaters of Kerala enjoying the charms of the local village life
✔ Explore the 1st European township in India, A charming seaside area known for its Dutch, Portuguese, and British colonial architecture
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| SKETCH ITINERARY |
D01: Arrive Cochin
D02: Proceed To Allepey To Embark On The Backwaters Cruise (B,L,D)
D03: Travel To The Capital Of Kerala (B,D)
D04: Return To Cochin And Take A Discovery Tour Of Old Kochi + Kathakali Show (B,D)
D05: Free To Explore On Your Own Before Departing Cochin (B)
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| DETAILED ITINERARY |
| DAY 01: ARRIVE COCHIN
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Upon arrival welcomed and transferred to the hotel . |
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Named as 1 of the 10 Paradises of the World by National Geographic Traveler, Kerala is famous especially for its ecotourism initiatives and beautiful backwaters. Its unique culture and traditions, coupled with its varied demography, have made Kerala one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. Dubbed 'God's Own Country', this picturesque destination is sandwiched between the Western Ghats mountains and the Arabian Sea, dotted with magical backwaters, lush greenery, wildlife, pristine beaches, rich art and culture, spice and tea plantations, Ayurvedic therapies and tantalizing cuisine. |
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Overnight stay at the hotel in Cochin. |
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| DAY 02: PROCEED TO ALLEPEY TO EMBARK ON THE BACKWATERS CRUISE (B, L, D)
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Morning after breakfast at hotel proceed to "Allepey known for its "Backwaters, Beaches, Lagoons and dubbed Venice of the East" |
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A vacation to Kerala is incomplete without spending some relaxing time, cruising through the backwaters of Alleppey. You can sit back and relax as you enjoy the magnificent setting of beautiful coconut fringed waters, paddy fields and lovely sights of the human-made islands. A houseboat experience is truly the best of both worlds as you enjoy the luxury style treatment of comfortable interiors and delicious food to make your experience memorable and worthwhile. |
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Alleppey is gifted with a unique crisscrossing network of canals that runs throughout the town which allows you to access and explore the entire area while you're relaxing on your houseboat. These 120-foot-long abodes of luxury glide along the placid backwaters of Alleppey and provide you with a stunning view. |
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The houseboat will always be manned by at least 3 people- a cook, a guide and an oarsman. Delicious meals are provided on the houseboats by the in-house cook which are a local favourite. The guide keeps you posted of all the important landmarks you pass and the oarsman makes sure you have a wonderful time cruising along the calm backwaters. |
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Upon arrival check into your traditional houseboat by 1230hrs. Lunch and dinner will be served onboard while you Cruise The Famous Backwaters of Kerala enjoying the charms of the local village life. |
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Overnight stay in the houseboat in Allepey. |
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| DAY 03: TRAVEL TO THE CAPITAL OF KERALA (B, D)
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Morning after breakfast on the houseboat checkout and travel to Trivandrum. |
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Trivandrum is the Capital City of Kerala. The city has an appealing blend of a strongly rooted heritage and a nostalgic colonial legacy. Built upon seven hills, this city has long since left the days when it was only used by seafaring explorers behind - today, Trivandrum is an expensive metropolis with quaint urban charm and plenty of architectural and historical places to visit. In addition, Trivandrum is a gateway to nearby popular beach towns of Kovalam and Varkala. |
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Enroute visit the Richest Temple in the World, Padmanabhaswamy temple (also known as Anantha Padmanabhaswamy temple) is a must-visit temple of India. The name of the city of 'Thiruvananthapuram' in Tamil and Malayalam translates to "The City of Lord Ananta", referring to the main deity of the temple. |
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Next visit the Kuthira Malika Palace. Renowned for its Travancore styled architectural features and its structural elegance, this museum houses priceless paintings, traditional furniture and the royal family collections. Built in the 1840s by the great Maharaja Swathi Thirunal, the Kuthira Malika Palace stands as an iconic monument that gives you a curious insight into the glorious history of Kerala. |
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Thereafter proceed to the Beach town of Kovalam The low tides, shallow water, and the pristine nature of this beach are what makes this beach a famous attraction for both local & international tourist. |
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Check in to your beach resort and Watch the perfect Sunset on the The Arabian Sea in Kovalam, which is said to be one of the best beaches in India. |
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Dinner and overnight at resort in Kovalam. |
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| DAY 04: RETURN TO COCHIN AND TAKE A DISCOVERY TOUR OF OLD KOCHI + KATHAKALI SHOW (B, D)
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Morning after breakfast return back to Cochin. (198km roughly 5.5hrs) |
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In the afternoon proceed on a Discovery Tour of Old Cochin. |
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Popularly known as the Queen of Arabian Sea, the city flaunts one of the finest natural harbors of the world and was the center of the world spice trade for many centuries. Old Kochi (presently called West Kochi), loosely refers to a group of islands which comprise of Willingdon Island, Fort Kochi & Mattancherry. |
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First visit Fort Kochi the first European township in India. A charming seaside area, Fort Kochi is known for its Dutch, Portuguese, and British colonial architecture. |
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See the Chinese Fishing Nets along the Vasco Da Gama Square, which is believed to have been introduced by Chinese explorer Zheng He. The fishing net established itself on the Kochi shores between 1350 and 1450 AD. |
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Together you will also visit St Francis Church, Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue and the Jew Town. |
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In the evening you will be entertained to the famous Kathakali Cultural Performance Kathakali originated in the state of Kerala between the 16th and 17th centuries, around the same time as Shakespeare. Kathakali evolved from earlier temple art forms in the 17th century, is based on Hinduism and is a highly charged powerful drama that combines devotion, drama, dance, music, costumes and make up to produce one of the most impressive forms of sacred theatre in the world. This dance form uses exquisite expressions, hand and feet movements and also consists of a unique costume which is much different from other Indian Classical dance forms. The mask also forms a major attraction of this dance. |
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Dinner and Overnight stay in Cochin hotel. |
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| DAY 05: FREE TO EXPLORE ON YOUR OWN BEFORE DEPARTING COCHIN (B)
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After breakfast free for personal activities. |
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You have the day to explore Cochin and its surroundings. |
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Thereafter transferred to airport for your onward journey. |
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| TRIP GALLERY |
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| Kerala Backwaters...
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| Touch down to Cochin (Kochi) the Queen of the Arab...
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| Namaskar! Welcome to the world where it's wealth i...
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| Shouldn't miss the Allepey and for its backwater c...
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| A vacation to Kerala is incomplete without cruisin...
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| Backwater cruise is impossible without this fantas...
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| Have a fantastic exploration to Trivandrum,the cap...
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| Padmanabhaswamy Temple – a magnificent shrine wi...
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| Check out Kuthira Malika Palace, renowned for its ...
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| Dredge up Kovalam,a destination where you can conn...
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| Explore Kochi Fort, the first European fort in th...
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| See the well-known Chinese fishing net locally kno...
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| Walk in to Vasco Da Gama,an ideal place to watch h...
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| Have a sightseing to Dutch Palace known as Mattanc...
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| Enter Jewish Synagogue in Cochin and get stunned o...
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| Are you a historical antique keeper? Definitely Je...
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| After a tiring day tour, sit down and be entertain...
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| WHY BOOK NOW? |
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| INCLUSION |
- Meet & Greet Services
- Return Airport Transfers
- Hotel Stay as Indicated
- Meals as per Itinerary
- Tours as per Itinerary
- English Speaking Guide
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| EXCLUSION |
- Flight Ticket & Taxes
- India Visa Processing Fees
(RM 30)
- Optional MSIG Travel Insurance (Plan 2) (6-10D)
(RM 82)
- High Season Surcharge from 20 Dec - 10 Jan 2025
- Optional Tour Tips
- Personal Expenses
- Any item not stated under 'Inclusion'
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