Overview
Explore the best of Calicut, Wayanad, Cochin, Munnar, Thekkady / Periyar, Kumarakom on this carefully crafted 11 Days & 10 Nights tour. Perfect for Indian diaspora families looking to reconnect with India's rich heritage, stunning landscapes and warm hospitality. Great Holiday Travel handles all logistics so you can simply enjoy every moment.
Day-by-day Itinerary
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Day 1
Arrive Calicut
02
Day 2
Calicut – Wayanad
03
Day 3
Wayanad
04
Day 4
Wayanad – Cochin
05
Day 5
Cochin – Munnar
06
Day 6
Munnar
07
Day 7
Munnar –Thekkady
08
Day 8
Thekkady
09
Day 9
Thekkady – Kumarakom
10
Day 10
Kumarakom – Backwaters Cruise
11
Day 11
Alleppey – Cochin - Depart
Day 1
Arrive Calicut
On arrival at Calicut airport after you have cleared your immigration and customs formalities, our representative will meet you and transfer you to the hotel for check in. Calicut; one of the historically important place in Kerala as the Portuguese explorer Vasco D a Gama had first set foot on its shores at Kappad beach. It was a busy port and a trading hub and was of great strategic importance.
- Trekking
- Waterfall Visit
- Beach Visit
Day 2
Calicut – Wayanad
Check out from the hotel and drive to Wayanad. Tucked away in the mountains of the Western Ghats, Wayanad is fondly called as the “green paradise.” Enroute visit Pookode Lake - a scenic fresh water lake surrounded by forests. Arrive at Wayanad and check in to the hotel.
Day 3
Wayanad
You are at leisure on these to enjoy on your own. Attractions in Wayanad are Meenmutty waterfalls the second largest and most spectacular waterfall in Kerala and the most unspoiled in its natural setting. Separate hike through a moist and deciduous forest required to enjoy the three tiered waterfall cascading at a height of 300 metres.
- Waterfall Visit
- Boat Ride
Day 4
Wayanad – Cochin
Check out from the hotel and proceed on the drive to Cochin. Cochin – “Queen of the Arabian Sea” has one of the finest natural harbors in the world. The ancient churches, palaces and synagogues in this city are famous.
- Palace Tour
Day 5
Cochin – Munnar
Checkout from the hotel after breakfast and go for a sightseeing tour of Cochin. Depart to Jew Street which is famous for the Jewish Synagogue and Jew Town. Visit St.Francis Church, first European church built in India in the early 16 th century and the famed Vasco Da Gama was buried in this courtyard.
- Palace Tour
- Tea Plantation Tour
- Waterfall Visit
- Fort Visit
Day 6
Munnar
After breakfast proceed to Rajamala. Visit the Eravikulam National Park, the 97 sq km park with its irresistible grace and beauty is home to the endangered Mountain goats. Enjoy a guided short trek in the beautiful hill station.
- Visit National Park
Day 7
Munnar –Thekkady
After breakfast check out from the hotel and drive to Thekkady. Situated within the confines of the Western Ghats in the southern Indian state of Kerala, Periyar National Park and Tiger Reserve is one of the most captivating wildlife parks in the world. The picturesque lake in the heart of the sanctuary was originally 26 sq km but now spans an area of 55 sq km.
- Visit National Park
- Wildlife Safari
Day 8
Thekkady
You are at leisure on this day to enjoy various activities at Thekkady. Activities available are – boating on periyar lake, spice plantation visit, Elephant safari, agricultural farm tour & sightseeing, nature walk, adventure trekking & camping, border hiking, bamboo rafting, jungle jeep safari, Kalaripayattu – the traditional martial art performance & Tribal art performance. Overnight stay at Thekkady.
- Jeep Safari
- Elephant Interaction
- Trekking
- Spice Plantation Visit
- Boat Ride
Day 9
Thekkady – Kumarakom
Checkout from the hotel after breakfast and drive to Kumarakom. Kumarakom is a tiny backwater hamlet perched on the western banks of the Vembanadu Lake. Balance of the day you are at leisure to enjoy the backwater paradise at its best.
- Backwater Cruise
Day 10
Kumarakom – Backwaters Cruise
You are at leisure in the morning. Check out from the resort and drive to Alleppey. Arrive at Alleppey and board the houseboat at noon for a backwater cruise and for an overnight stay.
- Houseboat Cruise
- Backwater Cruise
- Temple Visit
- Boat Ride
Day 11
Alleppey – Cochin - Depart
Disembark from the houseboat at 0900hrs after a refreshing breakfast on board and drive to Cochin airport. Board the flight to your onward destination feeling contented about a wonderful holiday you spent in the “God’s Own Country”.
- Houseboat Cruise
- Boat Ride
What you'll get in this package
✓ Included
Accommodation in the above mentioned hotels and houseboat
All meals as per the CP Meal plan - Breakfast only, except on day 1
AC Vehicle for all transfers and sightseeing with a dedicated driver (usually from 08:00 AM to 08:00 PM, or as per the tour itinerary)
All taxes, tolls, interstate permits, parking fees, and driver allowances
✗ Not Included
- All airfare, train, and bus tickets
- Meals that are not specified in the package inclusions
- Personal expenses like shopping, laundry, telephone calls, etc.
- All entry fees to sightseeing spots and monuments are to be paid directly.
- Travel Insurance (as applicable)
- Everything not mentioned in the inclusions
- 5% GST
Important Notes
The package meal plan: Breakfast only except Day 1.
The package is based on minimum 2 Pax traveling together.
AC Vehicle for transfers as per the itinerary.
The tour itinerary is subject to change as per availability of hotels, houseboats, and activities.
Package price and inclusions are subject to availability and terms.
Intersight Tours is our ground handling partner in India.
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