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Bucket List Group Travel > Global Bucket List > South India Tour – Beaches and Houseboat Experience

Overview

Start in Kochi (Cochin) and end in Thiruvananthapuram! With the In-depth Cultural tour Southern India Tour with Beaches and Houseboat Experience, you have a 10 days tour package taking you through Kochi (Cochin), India and 7 other destinations in India. Southern India Tour with Beaches and Houseboat Experience includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more.

Itinerary

Day01Arrive - Cochin

Description:
Upon arrival at Cochin airport meet with our representative and transfer to the hotel.

In the afternoon city tour of Cochin to visit Dutch Palace (Built by the Portuguese), Jew Town, the 1568 Jewish Synagogue, spice market, where the air is filled with the pungent smell of spices, St. Francis Church and Chinese fishing nets. The evening holds a show of Kerala’s most popular classical dance. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day02Cochin - Munnar

Description:
After breakfast drive to Munnar (4 hours), the beautiful hill station of Kerala. Transfer to hotel on arrival. Spend the remaining day at leisure and enjoy picturesque landscapes. Visit the aromatic tea plantations or indulge in thrilling sport activities like paragliding. Evening transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day03Munnar

Description:
After breakfast full day sightseeing in and around Munnar. Enjoy panoramic views of Anamudi, the highest peak of South India at 2695 m, is visible from Munnar. Visit the Christ Church and proceed for wildlife watching at Eravikulam National Park (16 km).

Note: Park would be closed from 01Jan to 28 Feb every year

Continue to Rajamalai Hills lying adjacent to the park and stop by at Madupetty Dam, a famous picnic spot for boating and horse riding en route to Top Station. Evening transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day04Munnar - Thekkady (Periyar)

Description:
After breakfast leave for Periyar in the morning (4 hours) and transfer to hotel on arrival. You may opt for a pleasant boat ride along the Periyar Lake in the evening. Enjoy watching varied birds and animals like tigers, elephants, wild boar, deer, etc at the Periyar / Thekkady National Park. You can also visit a few tribal villages around Periyar and witness fascinating activities of tribals collecting honey from dangerous hill bees. Evening transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day05Thekkady - Kumarakom

Description:
After breakfast leave for Kumarakom (3 hours) on day 5 of Kerala Tour Itinerary. Check in at backwater resort on arrival. Spend the rest of the day at leisure at the picturesque backwaters that form one of the major attractions of Kerala. Overnight at hotel.

Day06Kumarakom - Alleppey

Description:

After breakfast transfer to Kottayam and board the luxurious houseboat for an overnight journey along the tranquil Kerala backwaters to Alleppey.

Day07Alleppey - Kovalam

Description:
Disembark from the houseboat at Alleppey and transfer to Kovalam. Check in to hotel near the beach upon arrival. Day free to spend at leisure on the beach. Enjoy playing with the golden sands or take a swim in the shallow water. A soothing sunbath is a perfect option to unwind. The more adventurous ones can enjoy thrilling beach sports. An Ayurvedic massage can also be availed (optional). Evening transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day08Kovalam

Description:

After breakfast full day free to explore the beaches. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day9Kovalam - Kanyakumari - Kovalam

Description:
After breakfast drive to Trivandrum, arrive Trivandrum city tour of Trivandrum. The main attraction is Padmanabhaswamy Temple, one of the 108 pilgrimage sites for the Vaishnavites. The exquisite carvings on its 400 pillars is notable. Evening transfer to hotel. Afternoon free for leisure on beaches. Overnight at hotel.

Day10Kovalam Departure

Description:

Today on time transfer to the Trivandrum Airport (15kms) to board a flight for your onward journey.

Inclusions

Price Includes

Accommodation on all hotels for a total of 09 nights using 03 star hotels.
English Speaking driver cum guide
All meals at houseboat.
Cultural show in AC Theater at Cochin
Rajamalai national park and Tea Museum visit at Munnar.
Boating at Periyar Lake.
Spice garden visit at Thekkady
Government Service Tax – 3.5 %
Transportation Throughout the tour —- Arrival/departure transfers, sightseeing/excursions & surface travel as per programme using A/C Indigo Car with English speaking driver inclusive of fuel charges, parking, taxes, drivers allowance etc.

Price Excludes

Flights
Meals
Personal Expenses
All Entrance fees to the monuments and parks in Kerala
Optional activities
Travel insurance / Visa
Tips

Tour Information

Tour Start	Tour End	Country
Kochi	Thiruvananthapuram	India

Flights

Arrival: Day01 before 2pm

Fly IN Airport: Cochin Intl. airport (India)

Return: Day10 after 4pm

Fly OUT Airport: Thiruvananthapuram Intl. airport (India)

* Minimum number of members requires for all group tour. Please confirm with the organizer before any flight booking!

Route

FAQ

I'm a solo traveler, can I still join the tour?

Yes of course, As all our tours are for solo travelers. You will travel with like-minded and fun-loving people who like to explore new destinations and activities like yourself.

I want to join with my partner or friends; is it possible?

No condition for fun! You can always join the group tours with anyone by your side either your partner or a group of crazy friends. We make sure to arrange accommodation and all other activities accordingly. Do you want to know the lined-up list of tours; please check our tour finder section for more details.

I am travelling solo, do I have to pay single supplement?

No. All trip prices are based on double occupancy rooms. You will be paired with another solo traveler of the same gender to share the accommodation. If you enrolled with another person, you’ll room with that person. Although single supplement option is available if you prefer a room for yourself. If you are interested in a single room please select the single supplement package while booking.

What are the accommodation options?

We offer luxurious hotels, budgeted motels, spontaneous camps, handy lodges and every other possibility at your destination.

What is cancellation policy?

If you cancel your booking cancellation fees could apply. A cancellation will only be effective when we receive written confirmation of the cancellation. If you cancel a trip:

More than 60 days prior to departure you will receive a full refund less deposit amount
Between 45 to 60 days prior to departure we will retain the deposit or 50% of the amount paid (whichever is greater)
Less than 45 days prior to departure we receive the right to not refund any of the costs paid

Do I need a Travel Medical insurance?

Yes, Travel insurance is required for all international trips. Insurance covers (and reimburses you) for things like trip cancellation, trip interruption, and trip delay, lost or delayed baggage, medical coverage, medical evacuation, etc.

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