Tour highlights

Kerala, a state situated in the southwestern region of India, is known for its breathtaking natural beauty. The state is blessed with a diverse landscape, which includes long stretches of pristine beaches, serene backwaters, verdant hills, and lush forests. One of the most striking features of Kerala’s natural beauty is its backwaters. These are a network of interconnected canals, lagoons, and lakes that are formed by the merging of several rivers as they flow towards the Arabian Sea. The backwaters are a hub of biodiversity and provide a habitat for a variety of aquatic animals and birds. They also serve as a source of livelihood for the locals, who use them for fishing and transportation, The state is also home to several national parks and wildlife sanctuaries, which provide a haven for a variety of flora and fauna. The Periyar National Park, located in the Cardamom Hills, is one of the most popular wildlife reserves in Kerala. It is home to several species of animals, including elephants, tigers, and Indian bison. The park also offers visitors the opportunity to take a boat ride on the Periyar Lake and witness the animals in their natural habitat. In conclusion, Kerala’s beauty lies in its diversity. From its backwaters to its beaches, and from its forests to its cultural heritage, Kerala has something to offer for every traveler. Its natural beauty, combined with its rich cultural heritage, makes it one of the most unique and fascinating destinations in India.

Stay in premium CGH Earth experience hotels throughout your journey in Kerala.

Explore the rich heritage of Fort Cochin, including the iconic Chinese Fishing Nets and Mattancherry Dutch Palace.

Embark on an exciting jeep safari through the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary to spot local wildlife.

Experience a traditional Kathakali dance performance showcasing Kerala’s classical art form.

Unwind by the serene backwaters of Kumarakom and the pristine beaches of Mararikulam.

Itinerary idea

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8 days

On arrival at Cochin International Airport, you will be greeted by our representative at the exit gate holding a placard with your name. Proceed for a guided sightseeing tour of Fort Cochin. Visit the iconic Chinese Fishing Nets,St. Francis Church, and Santa Cruz Basilica. If time permits, explore the Jewish Synagogue and Mattancherry Dutch Palace, noted for their rich history and murals. Enjoy a leisurely evening walking through Fort Cochin’s charming streets filled with art galleries, antique shops, and cafés.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Transport, Guide, Entrance Fees

Highlights: Chinese Fishing Nets, St. Francis Church, Santa Cruz Basilica, Jewish Synagogue, Mattancherry Dutch Palace

Start point – Cochin International Airport (COK), Nedumbassery, Aluva, Kerala, India

You will be picked at outside the gate of Cochin airport.

09:00 – 12:00

After breakfast, drive to Thekkady (approx. 4.5 hours), a scenic route through lush plantations and forested hills. Arrive and check in at your hotel. The afternoon is free to relax or explore the local spice markets known for their vibrant aromas and fresh produce.

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Begin your day with a jeep safari in Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, offering a chance to spot elephants, bison, and birdlife in their natural habitat. Later, visit a spice plantation for an informative guided walk. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Kathakali dance performance showcasing Kerala’s classical art form.

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After breakfast, drive to Kumarakom (approx. 3.5 hours), nestled on the serene banks of Lake Vembanad. Check in at your backwater resort and spend the rest of the day at leisure. Optional activities include an Ayurvedic massage or a sunset cruise.

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Visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary in the morning, home to a wide range of resident and mi-gratory birds. Enjoy the rest of the day at your resort or take an optional canoe ride through the backwaters for a closer look at village life.

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After breakfast, transfer to Mararikulam (approx. 1.5 hours), a tranquil fishing village by the Ara-bian Sea. Check in at your beach resort and relax amidst pristine surroundings. Enjoy the beach and resort facilities at your leisure.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Transport

Enjoy a full day at the beach. You may choose from optional activities such as yoga, a cooking demonstration, Ayurvedic therapies, or cycling to nearby villages.

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After breakfast, check out and transfer to Cochin International Airport (approx. 1.5 to 2 hours) for your onward flight.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Transport

End point – Cochin International Airport (COK), Nedumbassery, Aluva, Kerala, India

You will be dropped at Cochin airport.

12:00 – 18:00

Bhoori Singh

Great agency

Captain Michael

Experience with "My Tour Advisor" was good. Everything was done as promised. The agent was very responsive and helpful. Rates were reasonable too. Overall a great trip.

Suvrat Jain

Honestly, I found the service and response of this travel agency to be excellent. Staff members were amazing. No issues with the company. I'm very glad that I came here. I would recommend My Tour Advisor to all of my friends and relatives.

Suman Jain

Unforgettable experience, Brilliant arrangements Thanks MTA!!!

Pavan Baroliya

We have visited all the prominent placed known for royal bengal tiger but we loved the most Ranthambhore National park (because there we saw tiger 2 times ;). Jhalana safari is not so worthy as it is still not fully prepared and lack the proper facilities and maintenance. Overall a good trip. Thanks to Team MTA

Jwala Prasad

My partner and I thoroughly enjoyed our tour to rajasthan with Udaipur Jodhpur and Jaisalmer. We learned so much about the history of india, as well as the culture, tradition and architecture of Rajasthan. Our guide was fantastic! He was very patient and extremely knowledgeable. The tour was very well organised. I would definitely recommend this company. We had an amazing time!

PETER THOMAS

Thank you for the wonderful Kerala tour and I would just like to say it was one of the best vacations we have had. You planned our holiday perfectly and took care of everything including all the special requests we asked for. Our driver was a very friendly and knowledgeable guy who really went out of his way to help us enjoy our trip even more. He took us sightseeing to amazing locations that were not on our itinerary but which he knew we would enjoy. The management at all the hotels made sure everything was perfect during our stay and they helped us with directions when visiting local attractions. My favourite meal was the lunch we had at that very small hotel near Marari Beach !

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Tour highlights

Itinerary idea

Arrival in Cochin – Transfer to Fort Cochin

Fort Cochin – Thekkady (Periyar)

Thekkady – Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary & Cultural Experience

Thekkady – Kumarakom

Kumarakom – Bird Sanctuary & Leisure

Kumarakom – Mararikulam

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Itinerary idea

Arrival in Cochin – Transfer to Fort Cochin

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Kumarakom – Mararikulam

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