South India Escape Private Tour

Day 1 : Fly to Kochi

Fly overnight to Kochi.

Day 2 : Arrive & Explore

On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 3 : Kochi

Enjoy a traditional breakfast with local Indian family, and tour Kochi. See the cantilevered Chinese fishing nets on the harbour before watching a colourful Kathakali performance. (B,L)

Day 4 : Journey to Munnar

Drive to Munnar and visit a local tea plantation and the Tata Tea Museum. (B,L)

Day 5 : Explore the Munnar Hills

Tour Mattupetty Dam and the surrounding lake area. In the afternoon visit Anamudi Peak and nearby Eravikulam National Park (closed from Feb-Apr) – home to Asian Elephants, Bengal Tigers and the Nilgiri Tahr. Alternate touring will be light walking through Munnar hillside areas. (B,L)

Day 6 : Travel to the Backwaters

After breakfast, drive to Kumarakom visiting Kothamangalam town en route. (B,L)

Day 7 : Kerala Backwater Cruise

Visit Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary before boarding your overnight houseboat. Take in the breathtaking views of untouched rural Kerala. (B,L,D)

Day 8 : Relax in Mararikulam

Disembark your houseboat in Alleppey before proceeding to Mararikulam. The remainder of the afternoon is free to spend by the swimming pool or at the beach. (B)

Day 9 : Discover the Malabar Coast

Visit Kumbalangi Village, then travel to Cherthala to learn about coir production. Return to Mararikulam in the afternoon. (B,L)

Day 10 : Mararikulam & Kochi

Enjoy the morning at leisure. After a late check-out, you will be transferred back to Kochi for your farewell dinner. (B)

Day 11 : Fly Kochi to UK

Fly to the UK. (B)

Tour includes:

all international airfares
all domestic transportation, departure taxes and current fuel surcharges
all accommodation
meals as stated
entrance fees, guides and daily tours
visa fees for UK & EU passport holders

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