Captivating Kerala

Captivating Kerala 7 days | Starts/Ends: Kochi

Uncover the delights of tropical • Traditional Kathakali Dance Show in Kochi for vibrant costumes, make-up, facemasks, Kerala in India's deep south. Visit (entrance fee excluded) lively dancing and a show of a lifetime. • historic Fort Kochi, the picturesque Houseboat cruise along the Keralan Overnight - Kochi backwaters hill station of Munnar with its • Escorted by an English-speaking Indian Days 2-3 : Kochi sightseeing verdant tea plantations and spend tour guide (for groups of 6 or more) & Munnar a night aboard a houseboat, gliding • Services of English-speaking Indian along the tranquil, palm fringed specialist guides at some sites backwaters. • Airport arrival and departure transfer on days 1 and 7 • All relevant transfers and transportation in HIGHLIGHTS AND INCLUSIONS private A/C vehicles Trip Highlights What's Not Included • Kerala Backwaters – Cruise along the • Tipping Kitty: USD$25-35pp, paid in local famous backwaters on a deluxe rice boat, currency Kochi - Munnar. On the morning of day 2 past lush forests and local villages • Entrance Fees: USD$15-25pp, paid in we enjoy a guided tour of the Fort Kochi • Kumarakom – Enjoy two days relaxing local currency neighbourhood. Examine intricate Chinese at leisure and visit the biodiverse • International flights and visa fishing nets and wander the winding streets of Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary • Tip for your tour guide. We recommend the old town. We immerse ourselves in local • Kochi – Tour the winding streets of the you allow USD$4-7 per day, per traveller. culture with a visit to the European-influenced Fort Kochi neighbourhood and watch a Tipping your guide is an entirely personal St Francis Church, the Parsi Synagogue and Kathakali dance show gesture • Munnar – Stroll through a tea plantation a Dutch palace. After the tour we continue on a guided walk and explore the to Munnar - a town and hill station nestled ITINERARY beautiful surroundings independently in beautiful scenery and surrounded by tea plantations. What's Included Day 1 : Kochi Saturday. Welcome to India! You’ll be met at • Breakfast daily, 1 lunch and 2 dinners the airport and transferred to our hotel for • On day 3 we take a guided walk through 5 nights 3-4 star and heritage hotels and 1 a Welcome meeting at 14:00 - where you'll one of these tea plantations and visit a local night deluxe houseboat meet your guide and fellow group members. • market, before the rest of the day is free to Guided sightseeing - Kochi, Fort Kochi This evening be mesmerised by a traditional explore. Perhaps pay a visit to the stunning and Munnar tea plantation Kathakali dance performance. Be prepared Eravikulam National Park (closed Jan - Mar).

Captivating Kerala - 7 days updated on 24-09-2021 02:46:03 www.onthegotours.com This information has been compiled with care and good faith. They give an accurate illustration of the proposed arrangements for this holiday. Circumstances beyond our control such as changes in local conditions, inclement weather or other reasons could force us to make changes to UK 020 7371 1113 [email protected] this itinerary. Any costs shown are subject to change, though are an accurate reflection of costs at time of writing. Please also note that visa AUS 1300 855 684 [email protected] requirements are subject to change and are the responsibility of the traveller and not that of On The Go Tours. NZ 0800 44 77 69 CAN 1 866 890 7038 - 1 - USA 1 866 606 2960 SA 0800 990 311 Captivating Kerala

Captivating Kerala

The park is home to endangered species Day 7 : Kochi including tigers, sambar deer and the Nilgiri Kumarakom - Kochi. Friday. This morning we Ibex - found only in this part of the world. return to Kochi, where our tour ends with a Overnight - Munnar (B:2, D:2) departure transfer to the airport. Day 4 : Kerala backwaters Please note: Flights from Kochi should depart Deluxe Houseboat after 2pm. We are also able to book post tour accommodation upon request, please contact There are few things as serene and tranquil us for further details.(B) as floating along the Keralan backwaters in the comfort of a luxurious houseboat. Deluxe HOTELS houseboats are elegantly furnished, with up to four bedrooms, equipped with modern en Highlighted below are some of the hotels suites, an open lounge, dining area and a which we frequently use on this tour, though deck to relax and admire the beautiful views we reserve the right to substitute these of the lush green palms and rice paddies. Munnar - Alleppey - Kerala Backwaters. We hotels to ones of a similar standard. Air conditioning operates in the bedrooms begin today with 4-5 hour drive to Alleppey Please refer to your Tour Voucher for your between 9pm to 6am only. The cruises are packed with scenic views, before boarding confirmed arrival hotel and further arrival full board, with tasty meals freshly prepared our private rice boat for a cruise along the information. by the onboard chef. Kerala Backwaters, a chain of lakes and lagoons running parallel to the Arabian Sea Casino Hotel coast. Witness a sensational sunset over the Casino Hotel is a modern hotel located on local villages and palm trees kissing the Willingdon island, set in tropical gardens it shore as we set sail. Relax as the onboard is a beautiful blend of art deco and colonial chef cooks you a delicious dinner from Indian architectural styles. With a large pool outrageously fresh local produce. Tuck in! and and spacious comfortable rooms this Overnight - Deluxe rice boat (B, L, D) hotel offers a fantastic experience when in Eastend Lakesong Kochi. Casino Hotel boasts 2 restaurants, Days 5-6 : Kumarakom Nestled among the serene backwaters of a 24-hour health club as well as free wifi in Kumarakom, Eastend Lakesong comprises of public areas. 8 acres of facility packed leisure land. Guests sleep in villas and cottages, which are all well furnished with colourful interiors and comfortable beds. The onsite restaurants offer an excellent selection of local and international cuisine. Why not treat yourself to a relaxing massage at the Ayurveda on site Spa? It is the perfect way to unwind after Clouds Valley Leisure Hotel a long day of exploring in the fierce Indian Kerala Backwaters - Kumarakom. On the heat. morning of day 5 we disembark the rice boat Set in the valley of the Kennan Devan at Kumarakom, built on a cluster of islands Hills, the Clouds Valley Leisure Hotel is a in Lake Vembanad - one of Asia’s largest contemporary accommodation. Guest rooms freshwater lakes. Enjoy two days at leisure are bright and spacious with beautiful views in this vibrant region and watch as local of the surrounding mountains. Rooms are fishermen go to work in their small vallams also all en suite, have modern amenities (fishing boats). The nearby Kumarakom Bird and comfortable beds. The hotel benefits Sanctuary is also worth a visit - it’s home to from an onsite restaurant that serves up many species and is an important stopover a tasty selection of both Indian and South for migratory birds, including the critically Indian food as well as Chinese and European PRICES / DATES INFO endangered Siberian Crane. dishes. Departures are guaranteed with a Overnight - Kumarakom (B:2) minimum of 4 persons. 'Twin Share'

Captivating Kerala - 7 days updated on 24-09-2021 02:46:03 www.onthegotours.com This information has been compiled with care and good faith. They give an accurate illustration of the proposed arrangements for this holiday. Circumstances beyond our control such as changes in local conditions, inclement weather or other reasons could force us to make changes to UK 020 7371 1113 [email protected] this itinerary. Any costs shown are subject to change, though are an accurate reflection of costs at time of writing. Please also note that visa AUS 1300 855 684 [email protected] requirements are subject to change and are the responsibility of the traveller and not that of On The Go Tours. NZ 0800 44 77 69 CAN 1 866 890 7038 - 2 - USA 1 866 606 2960 SA 0800 990 311 Captivating Kerala

Captivating Kerala prices are per person when there are 2 people sharing a room. 'Solo Room' prices are applicable to all solo travellers, or if your booking party cannot reach the minimum of 2 persons in a room. Solo Rooms can also be booked by any other person wanting the comfort and privacy of their own room.

PRICES / DATES 2021

Date Twin Share Single 30 Oct USD 1,345 USD 2,165 13 Nov USD 1,345 USD 2,165 27 Nov USD 1,345 USD 2,165

PRICES / DATES 2022

Date Twin Share Single 01 Jan USD 1,345 USD 2,165 08 Jan USD 1,345 USD 2,165 22 Jan USD 1,345 USD 2,165 05 Feb USD 1,345 USD 2,165 19 Feb USD 1,345 USD 2,165 05 Mar USD 1,345 USD 2,165 02 Apr USD 1,295 USD 2,115