| Honeymoon Kerala - 11 days |
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Kerala is enchanting, beautiful, and green. Strewn with rivers, lagoons, meandering backwaters, covered in coconut groves and flanked by sunny, palm fringed beaches, this is a small paradise.
Explore fishing enclaves where colourful boats stand in the harbour against a backdrop of Chinese fishing nets.
Unwind aboard your private traditional Kettuvallam (a converted cargo boat) as you sail through the uniquely quiet backwaters, experience wildlife and exotic spices before rejuvenating yourself with the healing touch of Kerala’s ancient medical science of Ayurveda.
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| Kerala is a romantic fusion of lifestyle, religion, food, dances, music, and architecture intermingled with the pervading scent of jasmine. |
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Day 1: COCHIN
Your honeymoon starts in Cochin ( Kochi ). Arrival transfer to the Brunton Boatyard hotel at Fort Cochin .
Day 2: COCHIN
Free morning. Afternoon guided tour of Cochin . In the evening enjoy a performance of traditional Kathakali dancing. (B)
Day 3: COCHIN
A full day free to wander the narrow streets of Fort Cochin, hire a bicycle and explore Mattancherry or take a local ferry to the bustling district of Ernakulam. (B)
Day 4: COCHIN - KUMARAKOM
Your next stop is the delightful Coconut Lagoon resort in Kumarakom, reached by a short boat ride. You will have the opportunity to explore the wonderful waterways, bird watch, visit local villages and take a sunset cruise. (B, D)
Days 5-6: BACKWATERS CRUISE
Watch the world go by from your own houseboat, enjoying the sheer peace of the palm fringed waterways. (B, L, D)
Day 7: ERNAKULUM - THEKKADI
Morning journey to the Periyar National Park in the foothills of the Western Ghats . Free afternoon to taste, smell and learn about all the exotic spices grown in the area. Spend the evening at the wonderfully serene Spice Village resort. (B)
Day 8: THEKKADI
Take a boat cruise to the Periyar National Park to search for the wildlife that comes to drink by the waters edge. There is also an optional guided walk into the park for a truly intimate adventure. (B)
Day 9: THEKKADI - KOVALAM
Leaving the lush forest and tea plantations of the mountains you return to the coast and the beachside town of Kovalam , an area renowned for its azure blue waters, delicious seafood cuisine and friendly people. Your accommodation is at the Surya Samudra resort. (B)
Day 10: KOVALAM
A full day free to relax. Stroll to one of the many cafes lining the nearby beach and watch the fisherman haul in their early morning catch or venture further a field and arrange a day trip to the wonderful old palace of Padmanabhapuram, where the splendid craftsmanship of Keralan artisans is highlighted in superb woodworks, frescoes and stone sculptures. (B)
Day 11: KOVALAM
On this day transfer to Trivandrum for your flight home or to the Maldives . (B) Alternatively extend your stay at the Surya Samudra resort. |
When to go
The best time to visit Kerala is between the months of October and March when temperatures are pleasant. June to September receives a lot of rainfall.
Hotels
The Brunton Boatyard has a rich and colourful history as a working boatyard. Now impeccably restored as a heritage hotel, and using only local materials, the hotel is an ideal base for exploring Cochin .
Coconut Lagoon is an attempt to capture the essence of the Kerala experience in a unique setting, nestled along one shore of the Vembanad Lake between the backwaters of Kerala and the sea. Space, Tranquillity and history are united here in one setting.
The best way to explore the unique and picturesque backwaters of Kerala is on board a Kettuvallam, a traditional house boat. Your deluxe boat comes with double room, en suite facilities, a private sitting area and wonderful traditional meals whipped up by your on-board chef.
The Spice Village Hotel is located in the Periyar wilderness, high in the Western Ghats . Today it is a verdant region with thriving spice gardens, tea plantations and a significant national park. The resort consists of 52 cottages set in eight acres of forest where the architecture is inspired by the jungle dwellings of the area.
Surya Samudra in Kovalam is an eco-friendly beach resort situated on a rocky promontory between two deserted beaches. The 21 wooden cottages were recycled by local craftsmen from 100yr old traditional Keralan homes, creating an idyllic haven clinging to a steep hillside.
This is a private tour and can be taken at any time, subject to availability. A supplement applies for the Christmas and New Year period. |
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Tour cost |
Honeymoon Kerala
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US$ per person |
| Single supplement |
US$ per person |
| Note: All tour costs based on twin share basis. Individual (single) travel is also possible. Please contact us for details and costs. |
| Departures: private tour |
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Cost Includes |
- Double accommodation
- Traditional welcome ceremony
- Welcome drinks
- Fruit basket in room
- One romantic candel light dinner
- Meals as mentioned in itinerary (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
- Monument entrance fees as per itinerary
- Guided tours with the services of an English speaking guide
- All domestic transfers as per itinerary, using car, bus, train or domestic flights as per itinerary.
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Cost Excludes |
- India Visa
- Airfare from your home country and back
- Airport taxes
- Meals not mentioned in itinerary
- Insurance & emergency rescue charges
- Any other services not specified in the above costs includes list
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