Kerala Heritage Tours

"Kerala - "God's Own Country" The complex network of lagoons, lakes, rivers and canals fringing the coast of Kerala forms the basis of a distinct regional lifestyle, and travelling by Houseboat along these backwaters is one of the highlights of a visit to the state. "The backwaters refer to the large inland lakes of Kerala. Today these backwaters act as vital water ways for the transport of people and produce. They are often the only link between remote, isolated villages and crowded town pockets. Our Kerala tourism section highlights the history, culture, cuisine, wildlife, hill stations and eco tourism of Kerala. It showcases the best aspects of Kerala tourism so you can know more about the tourist attractions of Kerala and enjoy Kerala tours with Kerala Backwater.

Duration: 06 Nights / 07 Days
Places to Visit: 1N Cochin - 2N Munnar - 1N Kumarakom / Alleppey - 2N Kovalam

Tour Includes:-

• Accommodation in above mentioned hotels or Similar category.
• A/c Vehicle for all transfer & Sightseeing.
• Buffet Breakfast at all the hotels.
• Breakfast and dinner in Wynad & Coorg hotels.
• All Applicable Taxes. Except Service Tax -, which will be charged extra on all the packages.
• All applicable taxes.

Tour Excludes:-

• Any meals other than those mentioned above.
• Any Airfare / Train fare.
• Entrance fees to Amusement parks & Boating charges.
• Any portage at airports and hotels, tips, insurance, wine, mineral water, telephone charges, and all items of personal nature.
• Any services not specifically mentioned in the inclusions.
• Expenses caused by factors beyond our control like rail and flight delays, roadblocks, vehicle malfunctions, political disturbances etc.

Please Note:

• At Ooty, Kodaikanal, Waynad, Coorg, Munnar & Thekkady, A/c rooms are not provided due to low temp.
• Supplementary cost for Ac Dlx. Houseboat instead of hotels would be Rs. 2500 Per Person & Ac Premium Houseboat @ 3000 Per Person.
• Service Tax

Note:

• At Hotel Check-in time is 14.00 hrs & / Check-out time 12.00 Noon.
• Early checkin and late checkout subject to availability.
• At Houseboat Check-in time is 12.00 hrs. & Check-out time is 09.00 hrs.
• In A/C Deluxe category Houseboat, A/C will be operational from 9:00 P.M. to 6:00 A.M.
• In A/C Premium category Houseboat, A/C will be operational as per your requirements.
• All houseboat become standstill from 5.30 pm to 8.00 am next day due to Govt. restrictions.
• The above rates are valid for the mentioned period only and subject to change without any prior notice.

Day 01 : Cochin - Munnar (140 KMS - 04 Hours drive)
Arrival at Cochin Airport (meet and assistance on arrival) and transfer to Munnar, on arrival check into Hotel. Day at leisure. Overnight stay in Munnar.

Day 02 : Munnar
After breakfast proceed for sightseeing of Munnar - visit Mattupetty Dam, Kundale Lake, Echo Point, Shooting Point and Eravikulam National Park. Overnight stay in Munnar.

Day 03 : Munnar - Thekkady (Periyar) (110 KMS - 03 Hours drive)
After breakfast check out from Hotel and drive to Thekkady, on arrival check into Hotel. Afternoon proceed for sightseeing of Thekkady. Overnight stay in Thekkady.

Day 04 : Thekkady - Kumarakom (140 KMS - 04 Hours drive)
After breakfast proceed to Kumarakom. Check-in at the houseboat which will take you to enjoy the magic of Kumarakom by going on a Houseboat (Kettuvallam) cruise across the backwaters. Spend the next 21 hours in your floating villa. Enjoy the backwaters of Kerala by getting a glimpse of the village life at close quarters; a unique and unforgettable experience. (check in time 12.30 PM - A/C will be operating from 9.00 PM to 6.00 AM) Enjoy the sunset & stay overnight on the house boat. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

Day 05 : Kumarakom - Kovalam (180 KMS - 04 Hours drive)
After breakfast check out from Houseboat (check out time 9.30 AM) and drive to Kovalam, on arrival check into Resort. Evening enjoy at Kovalam Beach. Overnight stay in Kovalam.

Day 06 : Kovalam
After breakfast proceed for sightseeing of Trivandrum - visit Sri. Padmanabhaswami Temple, Napier Museum, Sri. Chitra Art Gallery, Zoo and Veli Lagoon. Overnight stay in Kovalam.

Day 07 : Kovalam - Trivandrum Airport (15 KMS)
After breakfast check out from Resort and drive to Trivandrum Airport / Railway Station for onward journey.