Kerala between Nature and Tradition 25-26

11 days / 10 nights

Kerala: nature, tradition and tranquillity

A journey through Kerala invites you into a different rhythm: silent temples, mist-covered tea estates, traditional houseboats gliding between palm-lined canals, and a cuisine rich in warm, aromatic flavours. It is a serene and deeply human experience — perfect for travellers seeking the greenest, calmest and most authentic side of India.

These are the highlights of the trip:

Cochin

Fort Kochi (Jewish Quarter)

Chinese Fishing Nets

Munnar

Letchmi Hills

Tea Plantation

Thekkady

Lake Periyar (boat)

Spice Garden

Kalaripayattu (martial arts)

Alleppey (houseboat)

Kumarakom

Mararikulam Beach (Marari)

Cochin

Itinerary

Day 1 · Kerala Between Nature and Tradition: Arrival in Cochin

On arrival at Cochin International Airport, our representative will welcome you and accompany you to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax, enjoy the facilities or stroll through the gardens before your first night in southern India.

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Day 2 · Exploring Cochin

After breakfast at the hotel, begin discovering the historical and cultural treasures of Cochin. Visit the Jewish Synagogue, the Chinese fishing nets, colonial churches and the spice markets of Fort Kochi. In the afternoon, enjoy a Kathakali dance performance, one of the most iconic art forms of southern India.

Bed and Breakfast

Day 3 · Cochin – Munnar

After breakfast, drive towards Munnar, a charming hill station known for its tea plantations and mist-covered landscapes. On arrival, check in and enjoy some free time. In the afternoon, walk through the Letchmi Hills with panoramic views of valleys and mountains. Overnight in Munnar.

Bed and Breakfast

Day 4 · Munnar

After breakfast, spend the day discovering the tea culture and local life of Munnar. Visit a tea plantation and factory to observe the production process, with tasting included. Later, take part in a cooking class at Tommy’s home, learning the flavours and techniques of Kerala cuisine. Free afternoon and overnight in Munnar.

Bed and Breakfast

Day 5 · Munnar – Thekkady

After breakfast, depart for Thekkady, located in the Western Ghats and famous for the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. On arrival, check in and enjoy free time. In the afternoon, take a boat ride on Lake Periyar, with the possibility of spotting elephants, deer and various bird species in their natural habitat. Overnight in Thekkady.

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Day 6 · Thekkady

After breakfast, visit a spice garden to learn about the cultivation of cardamom, pepper, cinnamon and other spices typical of Kerala. In the afternoon, enjoy a Kalaripayattu martial arts performance, one of the region’s oldest traditions. Free time and overnight in Thekkady.

Bed and Breakfast

Day 7 · Thekkady – Alleppey (Houseboat)

After breakfast, depart for Alleppey, gateway to the backwaters. On arrival, board a traditional Kerala houseboat and cruise along canals, lagoons and palm-lined villages. Observe rural life along the water and enjoy the most tranquil scenery of Kerala. Dinner and overnight on board.

Full Board

Day 8 · Alleppey – Kumarakom

After breakfast on board, disembark and continue to Kumarakom, a peaceful retreat beside the backwaters. Check in and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure — relax, wander along the canals or simply take in the calm surroundings. Overnight in Kumarakom.

Bed and Breakfast

Day 9 · Kumarakom – Mararikulam

Day at leisure to enjoy the beaches of Mararikulam and the relaxed coastal atmosphere of Kerala. Rest beneath the palm trees, swim in the Arabian Sea or taste fresh seafood in the local beach cafés. Optional activities include Ayurvedic treatments or cycling. Overnight in Mararikulam.

Bed and Breakfast

Day 10 · Mararikulam

Free day to continue enjoying Mararikulam at your own pace.

Bed and Breakfast

Day 11 · Mararikulam – Cochin · Return

After breakfast, transfer to Cochin International Airport for your return flight. End of this journey through Kerala between Nature and Tradition, taking home memories of its temples, the aromas of its spices and the serenity of its backwaters and beaches.

Breakfast

Departures

This trip does not include flights.
Daily departures from 1^st October 2025 to 31^st March 2026.
(Except from 15^th December 2025 to 15^th January 2026.)
Ask me for flight options, travel insurance, cancellation insurance, and extra nights.

Accommodation Types

Accommodation — Kerala between Nature and Tradition

On this journey through Kerala between Nature and Tradition, the selected hotels offer authenticity, comfort, and a close connection with the surrounding landscape.

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Days 1–2 · Cochin

4★ Secret Garden

5★ Eighth Bastion

Days 3–4 · Munnar

4★ Tall Trees

5★ Fragrant Nature Munnar

Days 5–6 · Thekkady

4★ Elephant Court

5★ Blanket Days Resort

Day 7 · Alleppey (Houseboat)

Traditional Kerala houseboat (full board)

Day 8 · Kumarakom

4★ Backwater Ripples

5★ Zuri Kumarakom

Days 9–10 · Mararikulam

4★ Abad Turtle Beach

5★ Marari Beach Resort

Note: Hotel categories are indicative; similar properties may be used depending on availability.

Price includes

10 nights’ accommodation in the listed hotels (double room).
Breakfast in the hotels.
Full board on the traditional houseboat in Alleppey.
Toyota Innova Crysta with driver for visits and transfers.
Tolls, parking, fuel and all vehicle-related expenses included.
English-speaking local guides for the visits.
Kathakali dance performance in Cochin.
Trekking in Munnar.
Cooking class in Munnar.
Visit to a tea plantation in Munnar.
Kalaripayattu martial arts performance in Periyar.
Visit to a spice garden in Periyar.
Boat ride on Lake Periyar.
Entrance fees to the mentioned monuments.
Government taxes.

Price does not include

International or domestic flight tickets.
Entry visa for India.
Lunches in local restaurants.
Dinners in the hotels (except on the houseboat).
Christmas and New Year’s Eve gala dinners in the hotels.
Personal expenses such as drinks, laundry or telephone calls.
Tips for guides, drivers and hotel staff.
Travel insurance (ask us for available options).

Remarks

Festive season: prices are not valid between 15 December and 15 January, when hotels apply special rates and conditions.
Hotel availability: accommodation is subject to confirmation; similar hotels of the same category will be offered if the listed ones are not available.
Check-in and check-out: standard check-in is at 14:00 and check-out at 12:00; early arrivals may require an additional night.
Houseboat in Alleppey: navigation is limited to daylight hours (approx. 12:00–17:30); meals and overnight stay take place while the boat is anchored.
Local guides: visits are conducted with English-speaking local guides in each city; translation into other languages available upon request.
Weather conditions: activities such as trekking or boat rides may be modified or cancelled due to rain or water levels.
Flights and visa: the programme does not include flights or visa; your passport must have at least 6 months’ validity from the return date.
Tips and personal expenses: not included and at the traveller’s discretion.

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