“Indian colour, European architecture and tranquil backwaters – explore the diversity and beauty of Kerala.”
82 Classic Kerala
Highlights ■ Kochi ■ Backwaters ■ Colonial Architecture ■ Tea Museum ■ Tranquil Countryside ■ Birdlife ■ Overnight on a Houseboat ■ Thekkady ■ Kumarakom ■ Cooking Class
Tour notes ●
Departure dates – Tour departs every Sunday based on a min of 2 passengers travelling.
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Guides – English-speaking driver plus local guides for the included sightseeing.
● Sightseeing – As detailed, including entrance fees. ● Transportation – In air-conditioned vehicles.
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Visa – The required Indian visa is not included in the tour price – details will be provided at the time of booking.
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Houseboat accommodation – Based on a private or shared air-conditioned boats.
Rightly considered one of India’s prized jewels, Kerala’s network of tropical waterways, lagoons and hidden riverside villages present visitors with some of the country’s most enchanting experiences. From a mix of colonial and Asian charm around the busy port of Kochi to the gentle pace of life on the backwaters this feel good region is of outstanding natural and cultural diversity.
Day 1: London – Kochi Depart Heathrow on Emirates overnight flight via Dubai to Kochi.
Day 2: Kochi Arrive at Kochi in the morning, India’s oldest European settlement, which grew on the wealth generated from the spice trade; Kochi has an eclectic mix of influences making it a delight to explore. Spend the evening experiencing the Kaleidoscope Cultural Programme, demonstrating the authentic performing arts of the region – an integral part of Kerala life. Stay 2 nights at the Trident Hotel or similar.
Day 3: Kochi Morning tour of Kochi including a visit to the Dutch Palace (Mattancherry Palace), a quaint
and charming palace actually built by the Portuguese but refurbished by the Dutch afterwards in 1663. The highlight is the intrinsically carved ceilings and mural. Visit the synagogue of Kochi: paying homage to India’s Jewish community, constructed in 1568, it is the oldest synagogue in the Commonwealth. Finish the morning at the famous Chinese fishing nets, ingeniously formed for this intriguing form of fishing. Spend the afternoon in the Kumbalangi village. Experience the extraordinary local life, including Kerala’s tropical backwaters, sure to rejuvenate your mind and described by National Geographic as one of the 50 must-see places on the globe. (B)
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