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Best of Kerala with Spice Tour

8 Nights / 9 Days

Kerala

South

Cochin - Munnar - Periyar - Kumarakom - Alleppey - Kovalam - Trivandrum

Tour Includes

Hotels

3 Star Deluxe AC Hotel Rooms on Twin Sharing Basis

Meals

Pure Vegetarian Indian meals for Breakfast & Dinner.

Transport

All Transfers mainly by 2 X 2 AC Cars & Coaches wherever necessary

Sightseeing

Guided Tour at Sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary

Flight/Train Tickets

Tickets Available at additional Cost

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Route & Stays

Route

Cochin - Munnar - Periyar - Kumarakom - Alleppey - Kovalam - Trivandrum

Tour Price Starts From

₹24,600/-

+5% GST

Per Person
Budget Package

₹36,950/-

+5% GST

Per Person
Deluxe Package

Prices may vary according to customization of Hotels and Vehicle and the size of the Group. Air / Train Tickets Confirmation Depends upon Availability at the time of booking

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Tour Package Overview

9 days Best of Kerala with Spice Tour package is a trip that traces the spice route of Cochin, which has attracted many civilizations in previous times. While on tour, enjoy being at Kumarakom, the place that is much known for rubber plantations and exotic birds. With this Kerala tour, you will explore Munnar for its scenic beauty. This 9 days Kerala tour will surely leave you rejoiced with the pleasure attained during the stay in Alleppey on the houseboat. You can enjoy the tranquility and soothing effects of the backwater on you during this vacation in South India. For more details about this tour, check out the below itinerary and plan a tour that will enhance your traveling experience.

Tour Highlights

Enjoy a boat ride during your stay at the resort in Kumarakom
Full-day excursion to the village and bird sanctuary in Kumarakom
Experience the scenic beauty and magic of backwaters at Alleppey
Explore extensive tea plantations in Munnar
Visit the sun-kissed beaches of Kovalam
Excursion to Neyyar in a houseboat
Half-day city tour to Trivandrum city

Day 01:

Cochin

After arriving at Cochin airport or railway station, meet our representative who'll escort you to the hotel. After freshening up, we head to the oldest synagogue in the Commonwealth of Nations. Afterward, we proceed to the Mattancherry Palace, which the Portuguese commissioned, and then set out to see the famous Chinese fishing nets that line the harbor. Finally, retire for the night at the hotel.

Day 02:

Cochin - Munnar (127 km/ 4 hours Approx.)

In the morning, we start for Munnar, which is roughly a 3-hour journey by road. This magnificent place was once the summer resort for British Generals from the East India Company. As we approach Munnar, you will be greeted with the pleasant fragrance of freshly grown tea. On arrival, we will check into the hotel, and you are free to explore the town of Munnar. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 03:

Munnar - Periyar (86 km/ 2 hours 30 min Approx.)

After breakfast, we head to Periyar, the land of wilderness and untamed wildlife. Home to India's premier wildlife sanctuary, one can easily spot tigers, elephants, and exotic birds on these plains. We visit the spice plantations in the afternoon. The entire day is at leisure, with an overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 04:

Periyar

We start early for a boat ride at Lake Periyar. Due to fluctuating weather conditions in this region, we shall schedule this boat ride after arriving in Periyar. A boat safari on Periyar Lake will allow you to see the exotic wild species in their natural turf. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 05:

Periyar - Kumarakom (210 km/ 5 hours 10 min Approx.)

Early morning after breakfast, head straight to Kumarakom, home to the rubber plantations and a beautiful bird sanctuary. We travel for four hours via a road off the shores of the scenic Lake Vembanad. On reaching Kumarakom, you will be accommodated at a resort on the backwater banks. Enjoy a boat ride during your stay at the resort. Overnight at the resort.

Day 06:

Kumarakom-Alleppey (Houseboat)

At Kumarkom, we board the Kuttuvallam or the Houseboat. As you cruise romantically through the quiet waters of the rivers and lakes, watch the tall palms that canopy the bright sun, the emerald paddy fields, and locals going about their business. Next, enjoy the lazy streams of water as they travel to our next destination Alleppy. Finally, experience offshore hospitality as we stay overnight on the splendid houseboat.

Day 07:

Alleppey - Kovalam (160 km/ 4 hours 10 min Approx.)

By morning reach Alleppey, afterward driving straight to Kovalam. Assistance and transfer to the hotel or resort. Retreat yourself by spending the day at an ayurvedic center. Then, retire for the night in the hotel.

Day 08:

Kovalam

The whole day is at leisure. You can opt for a sightseeing and shopping tour in Trivandrum or stay and explore the city of Kovalam and its breathtaking beaches and relax on the golden sands. The beach is ideal for various water sports like kayaking, surfing, skiing, and swimming. After enjoying your whole day with multiple attractions, jump onto the bed for a comfortable overnight stay.

Day 09:

Kovalam ? Trivandrum

After breakfast, transfer to the airport to board a flight for your onward journey.

Tour Inclusions

Travel by comfortable A/C or non A/C small cars or Tempo Travellers or Mini Buses or big buses depending on the respective tour group size
Accommodation in comfortable hotels on twin/triple/Single sharing basis
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner (set menu) as mentioned in the itinerary
Sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary (entrance and guide charges not included)
Tour Manager Services (On call) from Day 01 Meeting point till the dropping point on last day
1 Lt. Water Bottle per person per day
Travel Insurance for guests up to 70 years of age

Tour Exclusions

GST 5% (Government Tax) on total package price
Any up gradation in airline class or hotel room category
Any items of personal nature like tips to guides, drivers, laundry, telephone charges, shopping, wines & alcoholic beverages, mineral water (unless specified), and food and drink which is not part of set group men
Any extra cost incurred on behalf of any individual due to illness, accident , hospitalization or any personal emergency
Any optional tours, excursions, supplement costs, services and activities not mentioned in the itinerary inclusions
Airfare /Railway Fare
Any other meals than those mentioned above.Rates are not valid on Long weekends, national holidays, Diwali, Christmas, New Year
Entrance fees and Guide charges of sight seeings mentioned in the itinerary are not included

Need To Know

Weather

For detailed Information about weather kindly visit www.accuweather.com

Transport

A/C Vehicle Type - depends upon group size.

Documents Required for Travel

ADULT: Voters ID / Passport / Aadhar Card / Driving Licence
CHILD : Passport / Aadhar Card / School ID
INFANT: Aadhar Card/ Birth certificate
ID card, ID card type and ID card number is mandatory at time of booking, kindly carry the same ID card on tour.
For NRI and Foreign National Guests alongwith Passport, Valid Indian Visa/ OCI Card/ PIO Card is mandatory.
Carry one passport size photo.

Remarks

All meals are provided by Bharatatva in case the flight reaches the stipulated destination early morning or leaves destination late in the evening.
The tour price varies for NRI’s or foreign nationals, for more details kindly contact your travel advisor
NRIs and Foreign nationals please ensure proper identity is conveyed to booking executive at the time of booking and all details along with passport copies are handed over to the booking executive.
Standard Check-in and check-out time of hotels in India is generally 1.30 PM and 10 AM respectively.

Advanced Preparation

As everyone is becoming a frequent traveller now, we suggest that you make your own travel accessories kit to ensure a stress free holiday.
Always make sure to carry less and light luggage, use a four wheel small or medium suitcase and please make sure that you are carrying only one suitcase per person. This will ensure that you will travel smartly and without any inconveniences.
It is also recommended that you have one cross shoulder bag or haversack for your handy needs which will ensure that you are comfortable at the time of sightseeing and also easy for photography during your tour.
A smart cap/hat and sunglasses are definitely something that you should have in your kit.
Though Bharatatva provides all three meals, that is breakfast, dinner and Bharatatva treats as per the itinerary, you can carry dry snacks of your choice in small sealed packets for munching during air travel or road journeys.
If you are travelling during the monsoon or to destinations where it is rainy, please carry a small umbrella or poncho.
For international tours, please carry a universal adapter for charging your cameras and mobile phones.
Ensure that your clothing and footwear is suitable for the destination you are travelling to.

Payments & Cancellation Terms

Guests will be needed to pay an advance booking amount of Rs.10,000/- per person to raise invoice and Air/ Train Ticket Blocking/Booking.
Anu Discount/ offer Coupon Codes are to be informed before Raising the invoice.
50% Advance at the Time of booking after receiving Invoice and rest 15 Days prior to tour start date.
Any Air/ Train Bookings to be made should be paid 100% in advance
In case of offers applied with more than 40% Discount then 100% in Advance.
0% Cancellation for any land package bookings 45 Days before departure.
30% Cancellation for any land package bookings 15 Days before departure.
100% Cancellation for any land package bookings 7 Days before departure.
Cancellation of Air/ Train Tickets subject to cancellation policy of respective train/ flight operator.
Guest can pay by Cash /Online Transfer/ Cheque/ Demand Draft / Debit card / credit card.
For Debit / Credit Card payments 1.8% additional convenience charge will be applicable
All Payments to be made via Official Payment link or Bank details provided on Invoice.

Important Notes

Please confirm current Tour price, availability & Offers before booking the tour.
At the time of booking Invoice and Detailed Itinerary will be shared along with Inclusions and Exclusions.
All Flight/Train Tickets with confirmations will be shared 15 Days before departure.
Hotel Vouchers and Accommodation details will be shared 15 Days before Tour Start Date after Complete Payment.
Tour Manager Contact Details will be shared 7 Days Before Tour start Date.
Tour Manager will arrange a Video Call/ Meet 5 Days before Tour start date.
For any Customizations or additional requests are to be made at the time of booking. Bharatatva will try its best to accommodate your requests.

Tour Package Pricing Chart

Quote Date:

01/01/2023

No of People

Per Person

Budget

Deluxe

Premium

Couple

₹.37,000 /-

₹.74,000 /-

₹.1,11,800 /-

₹.1,65,800 /-

2 Adults 1 Child

₹.32,100 /-

₹.96,300 /-

₹.1,45,200 /-

₹.2,15,400 /-

2 Adults 2 Child

₹.27,800 /-

₹.1,11,200 /-

₹.1,67,600 /-

₹.2,48,800 /-

4 PAX (Adults)

₹.29,600 /-

₹.1,18,400 /-

₹.1,78,800 /-

₹.2,65,200 /-

6 PAX (Adults)

₹.28,400 /-

₹.1,70,400 /-

₹.2,57,400 /-

₹.3,81,600 /-

10 PAX (Adults)

₹.27,800 /-

₹.2,78,000 /-

₹.4,19,000 /-

₹.6,22,000 /-

10 PAX (3 Sharing)

₹.24,600 /-

₹.2,46,000 /-

₹.3,72,000 /-

₹.5,52,000 /-

1. The Tour cost may change due to Availability of Hotels / Vehicles / Season or time of travel etc.
2. Tour Pricing displayed are informative purpose only, and for reference price point as per the mentioned Itinerary Best of Kerala with Spice Tour for 8 Nights / 9 Days as of today.
3. Please check with our representative for exact quote and availability.
4. The pricing is valid for travel dates after 45 days.
5. For pricing of tours within next 45 Days please contact our representative.
6. Child: 2-12 years of Age
7. Any child above 12 Years will be charged as adult
8. The tour pricing includes only land package. Any Train/Air tickets will be additional.