Kerala Escapade: Beaches, Backwaters, and Beyond
Destination
Kerala Tours
Duration
6N / 7D
Your Journey
Select Date | 1 Adult, 0 Child
Package Inclusions
Pick up from Trivandrum Railway Station, Kochuveli Railway Station, or Trivandrum Bus Station and proceed for a sightseeing tour of Trivandrum, the ancient capital city of Kerala with a history dating back to 1000 BC. This beautiful seaside metropolis is built on seven hills and spreads over 2,192 sq. km along India’s west coast.
During the tour, visit the famous Padmanabhaswami Temple, renowned for its Dravidian architecture and spiritual significance. Explore the Sree Chitra Art Gallery, which houses a rich collection of traditional and modern Indian art. Continue to the Napier Museum, featuring historical artifacts, and the Trivandrum Zoo, one of India’s oldest zoological gardens. After sightseeing, proceed to Kovalam. Overnight stay is arranged at the hotel in Kovalam
Sightseeing Included
Sightseeing Included
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to Alleppey, a destination famous for its backwaters and canals. Alleppey is also recognized globally as one of the chief suppliers of coir. On arrival, check in at the backwater resort and relax for the day. The resort offers a range of activities, including pedal boating and fishing, allowing guests to enjoy the tranquil surroundings. The heritage-style cottages are air-conditioned and well-facilitated, providing independent accommodations with hot and cold water, telephone, personalized room service, and a family restaurant serving homely Indian food and traditional Kerala dishes. Spend the day unwinding by the backwaters and soaking in the peaceful ambiance. Overnight stay is arranged at the resort in Alleppey.
Sightseeing Included
After breakfast, check out from your resort in Alleppey and proceed to Thekkady. As you drive through the hills, the wooded terrain gradually opens to reveal rolling tea and cardamom plantations, filling the air with the refreshing fragrance of cinnamon and cloves. Thekkady, situated at 2,800 feet above sea level, enjoys a pleasantly cool climate throughout the year.
On arrival, check in at the resort and freshen up. In the afternoon, you can take an optional guided spice plantation tour (at extra cost) to explore Kerala’s aromatic spices. Later, enjoy a boat ride on Periyar Lake in Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, South India’s most popular wildlife sanctuary, where you may spot elephants, deer, and other wildlife at close quarters.
Return to the resort for dinner and overnight stay at Thekkady.
After breakfast proceed to Munnar . Munnar is a hill station located 3ft 1600M above sea level and which was once the summer resort of the erstwhile British Government in South India. Munnar is situated at the confluence of three mountain streams Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. Check in at hotel and after the fresh up you can go to local sight seeing. Return back to hotel and overnight stay at hotel.
After breakfast, we proceed on a daylong sightseeing tour of Munnar. Visit the Eravikulam National Park - home to the endangered mountain goat species, the Nilgiri Tahr. Take snaps of the frolicsome and rather friendly goats. After that you can visit Mattupetty, Devikulam, and Tea plantations. Return back at hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.
After breakfast proceed to Cochin . Cochin sight seeing at Jewish synagogue, Jain temple, St. Francis Church, Santa Cruz Basilica, Chinese Fishing nets, Dutch Cemetery, Dutch Palace, Hill Palace and the Fort Cochin beach if time permits. You can do shopping for silks and handicrafts too. feeling contented about a wonderful holiday you spent in the “God’s Own Country”.
- Above Rates are on Per person basis.
- Accommodations at Twin / Double sharing basis.
- Breakfast & Dinner at Hotel Restaurant.
- All transfers and sightseeing as per the above itinerary.
- All transfers & sightseeing by AC vehicle (AC Not work on Hill area).
- All toll, parking, driver allowance, fuel cost and night halt etc.
- Total Valid Kilometers For Sedan Car 1400 kms & for luxury car 1750 kms.
- Air / Train Fare.
- Meals other than mentioned above.
- Usage of mini bar.
- The Peak Season Supplement and Gala Dinner Charges on Christmas and New Year applicable as per Hotel Policy
- Cost for Optional Tours, up gradation Charges, Sightseeing Entry Fee & Guide Charges and special permits.
- Personal expenses such as Laundry, soft drinks, bottles of water, incidental, porter charges, tips, etc.
- Expenses incurred due to change in oil price, mishaps, landslides, strikes, political unrest, etc. high season surcharge if levied any.
- AC in the vehicle will not be kept on when the vehicle is not moving . i.e. When the vehicle is parked at some sightseeing place, restaurant or any place , the AC will not be kept on.
- 5% GST Extra on total billing
- Above rates are subject to availability
- Cancellation charges as per company policy
- Room category in all packages are the base category rooms
- In case we are not able to provide the same hotels as mentioned, then we shall provide similar alternate properties, change in the cost if any will be advised.
- Standard Hotel Check-in time is 1400 Hrs & Check-out time is 1100 Hrs.
- AC will not work in Hilly regions.
- We will not be held responsible for any delays in rail/airline leading to misconnecting of onward flights/train.
- If any airline/train is delayed or cancelled, Oxford Travels is not responsible for any compensation for hotels, meals, sightseeing or any other claim.
To book any Domestic Holiday or travel services, a person has to make an initial non-refundable deposit of Rs. 2,499/- per person. In case a person want to book air-tickets / train tickets as part of his tour package, 100% payment is required as the time of booking. Balance payment is to be paid at least 15 days prior to date of departure.
Cancellation Rules: Cancellations of a tour package must be intimated to us in writing / Email & cancellation charges applicable are as follows:
- 21 Days or more prior to the departure or non-payment of balance amount- Rs.2,499/- per person.
- 20-15 Days prior to the departure 25% of the tour cost.
- 14-07 Days prior to the departure of the tour 50% of the total tour cost.
- 07-04 Days prior to the departure of the tour 75% of the total tour cost.
- 03 Days prior or a “No Show” on the tour 100% of the total tour cost.
For the cancellation of services other than tour package (such as air-tickets/train-tickets/cruises/safaris, etc) booked with Oxford Travels will attract cancellation charges as per the policy of respective supplier of the services. Oxford Travels does not take responsibility for fees relating to the issuance and / or cancellation of air tickets or other arrangements not done through Oxford Travels.
Tour Summary
"Discover the best of Kerala in this 7 day journey through golden beaches, tranquil backwaters, misty hill stations, and rich cultural heritage. From the historic charm of Trivandrum and the serene shores of Kovalam to the backwater bliss of Kumarakom, the spice-scented wilderness of Thekkady, the tea-clad hills of Munnar, and the colonial beauty of Cochin – this tour offers an unforgettable experience of ‘God’s Own Country’."
Tour Highlights
- Trivandrum – Padmanabhaswami Temple, Srichitra Art Gallery, Napier Museum, Zoo
- Kovalam – Golden sandy beaches, optional Poovar Island cruise
- Kumarakom / Alleppey – Stay at a scenic backwater resort, pedal boating, fishing
- Thekkady (Periyar) – Spice plantation tour, boat cruise on Periyar Lake, wildlife spotting
- Munnar – Eravikulam National Park (Nilgiri Tahr), Mattupetty Dam, Devikulam, tea plantations
- Cochin – Jewish Synagogue, Dutch Palace, Fort Kochi, Chinese fishing nets, St. Francis Church, Santa Cruz Basilica