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Kerala & the Tropical South

BM-7500
4.7Based on
14 days

Carbon neutral

Tour Type
Small Group
Max Group Size
16
Age Requirement
16 - 99 yrs
Operated In
English
Physical Rating
ModerateInvolves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Starts

Ends

Chennai, India

Kovalam, India

Highlights

Experience India’s laid-back side on a small-group adventure in the south

Embark on a tour of the historic landmarks in the old spice port of Kochi

Trek through the vivid tea plantations in Munnar with an expert local guide

Witness the temple town of Madurai wake from its slumber on a dawn city walk

Search for elephants, wild pigs and more on a nature walk in Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

Itinerary

Discover the laidback side of India with a cultural adventure in the tropical south. Over two weeks, we explore the distinct states of Kerala and Tamil Nadu, finding idyllic coastlines, spirituality, lush mountains and culture-rich cities. The highlights are plenty: discover the verdant Munnar tea plantations, meet local people on an immersive village walk and cruise the serene backwaters of Kerala on a traditional converted rice barge. It ends with a relaxing stay on the old hippie trail beach town of Kovalam.

Day 1Adventure starts in Kochi • Optional afternoon harbour cruise around Fort Kochi and explore historic spice port
Day 2Sightseeing around Kochi
Day 3To Munnar • Afternoon visit to Srishi, a social service organisation for tea pickers
Day 4Morning trek through tea plantations and the Munnar hills
Day 5To Madurai • Optional closing ceremony at the Sri Meenakshi Temple
Day 6Dawn city walk with Sri Meenakshi Temple visit • Afternoon Thirumalai Nayaka Palace, Gandhi Memorial Museum and flower market tour
Day 7To Thekkady • Cooking demonstration in local family home
Day 8Explore Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary • Optional boat trip on the lake
Day 9To Kumarakom • Walk through rubber plantation • Traditional Keralan meal with local family
Day 10Interactive walk through Manjira village • Visit Coir Museum • Houseboat cruise
Day 11Drive along the Malabar Coast to Kovalam beach town • Visit Mannarasala temple
Day 12Free day to explore the coastal town Kovalam or join an optional trip to Kanyakumari
Day 13Morning at leisure • Afternoon tour of Thiruvananthapuram
Day 14Adventure ends in Kovalam
Kerala & the Tropical South

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Meals
All breakfasts, one lunch and three dinners
Transport
All transport and listed activitiesGroup arrival and departure transfers available
Guide
Tour leader throughout

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