Overview
Explore the best of Cochin, Thekkady / Periyar, Mararikulam on this carefully crafted 9 Days & 8 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 Cochin
02
Day 2
Cochin
03
Day 3
Cochin –Thekkady
04
Day 4
Thekkady
05
Day 5
Thekkady – Backwaters Cruise
06
Day 6
Houseboat
07
Day 7
Backwaters Cruise – Mararikulam
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Day 8
Mararikulam
09
Day 9
Mararikulam – Cochin – Depart
Day 1
Arrive Cochin
On arrival at Cochin airport after you have cleared your immigration and customs formalities, our representative will meet you and will transfer you to the hotel. 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 2
Cochin
Start your day with a half day 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
- Fort Visit
Day 3
Cochin –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 4
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 5
Thekkady – 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 6
Houseboat
Continue your cruise in houseboat Overnight stay in Houseboat.
- Houseboat Cruise
- Boat Ride
Day 7
Backwaters Cruise – Mararikulam
Check out from the house boat at 0900hrs at Alleppey and drive to Mararikulam - Feted as the cleanest sandy beach and an enchanting fishing hamlet, Marari beach would be a right spot to unwind, relax and soak up the sun and the sand to your heart’s content. The pristine shoreline, the thatched huts, the stunning sunset and the small village roads Mararikulam covers some of the interesting tourist attractions including coir villages, ancient religious places and village markets among others, which would give you a feel of its culture and the way of living. Plan a bicycle tour to the many villages where people make hand spun coir, take a look at the arts and crafts at the village markets.
- Boat Ride
- Beach Visit
Day 8
Mararikulam
You are at leisure on this day to enjoy the beach or the facilities available at the resort. Overnight stay at Mararikulam.
- Beach Visit
Day 9
Mararikulam – Cochin – Depart
Check out from the resort 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”.
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.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
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