Kerala South India

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  • No booking fees
  • duration 7 days
  • tour type Group Request as private
  • age requirement 10-99 yrs
  • max group size 30
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Tour Code BM-32768
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in Italian, English
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  • Starts Kochi, India
  • Ends Kochi, India
HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes
  • Kochi: Kochi is a vibrant city situated on the south-western coast of the Indian peninsula in the breath-takingly scenic and prosperous state of Kerala, hailed as 'God's Own Country.'
  • Periyar: Periyar is famous for its nature reserve with the lake. The city is also known for its spice plantations and is a very important tourist destination in Kerala..
  • Kumarakom: Experience being on a houseboat amongst the lush green rice fields, waterways and canals.
  • Kovalam: Kovalam is a beach destination by the Arabian Sea in the town of Thiruvananthapuram, about 16 km from the city centre.
Starting and ending in Kochi, the "Kerala South India" trip is a guided art and architecture tour that takes 7 days. You will travel through Kochi, Kumarakom and Periyar in India. "Kerala South India" is a group trip which includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

India is more than a country – it’s a multicultural subcontinent with dozens of languages and religions, and nowhere is this diversity more evident than in the exotic south. The aroma of the tea plantations, the fragrance of the spice gardens, the enchanting mantras and music in the Hindu temples, and the lush green of nature. Discover the mysteries of South India on a journey that invites you to enjoy the richness of Dravidian culture, the colourful gopuram of Hindu temples, houseboats, and much more!
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1: Arrival Kochi
  • Day 2: Kochi – Periyar (105 Kms – 4 Hrs)
  • Day 3: Periyar – Kumarakom (120 Kms – 3.5 Hrs)
  • Day 4: Kumarakom – Alleppey Houseboat (35 Kms – 1 Hr)
  • Day 5: Alleppey Houseboat – Kovalam (250 Kms – 5 Hrs)
  • Day 6: Kovalam
  • Day 7: Depart Kovalam
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Accommodation
  • Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Casino or similar 3*
  • Standard Hotel Category = Cardamom County or similar 3*
  • Standard Hotel Category = Lakesong Resort or similar 3*
  • Standard Hotel Category = Kerala Houseboat (Kettuvallam)
  • Standard Hotel Category = Travancore Heritage or similar 3*
  • 6 Nights' accommodation
Meals
  • B & B Option: 6 Breakfast, 1 Lunch and 1 Dinner
Transport
  • Air-conditioned transportation on a shared basis
  • Inbound airport transfer from Kochi Airport
  • Outbound airport transfers to Trivandrum airport
Guide
  • Operated with local bilingual Italian- English speaking guides
Others
  • All monuments and activities as indicated: Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue, Church of San Francesco in Kochi (Cochin) and sharing common boat ride on Periyar Lake
  • Meet & Greet on arrival at Kochi International Airport
  • Porterage only in the airport
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks, and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme
  • Optional excursions (as recommended/suggested) in the itinerary.
  • Any airfare, airport taxes, a supplement for which are quoted separately if applicable
  • Tips to drivers, local guides, and hotel staff
  • Indian tourist visa fees
  • Any service not listed above
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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Kerala South India tour. You can cancel the tour up to 22 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 21 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 19 April 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 19 April 2024, a deposit is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 21 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Kerala South India tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Kerala South India tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

Know Before You Go

Dutch Palace is closed on Friday on public holidays The standard hotel check-in / check-out time is 14:00 / 12:00. In some cases it may vary The distances and travel times described in the itinerary may vary. Please note that local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the tour contents without prior notice  Please note that hotel classification is as per Indian standards. Please note we are able to accept clients request for Vegan meals. 

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

  • This tour has implemented smaller group sizes than normal, allowing for more personal space on the vehicles, sights visited, hotels and restaurants.
  • Hygiene protocols have been adopted on this trip. Wearing a mask, hand washing and general sanitizing has been implemented on this tour. Frequently touched surfaces are furthermore regularly disinfected.
  • Distancing measures have been implemented to safeguard against COVID-19.
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