Spice Tour of Kerala

16,499 per person

Duration: 09 Days / 08 Nights

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


Package Overview

The Spice Tour of Kerala is a tour that trace spice route of Cochin which in pervious times have attracted many civilizations. While on tour relish being at Kumarakom the place that is much known for rubber plantation and exotic birds. Explore Munnar for its scenic beauty. Munnar is crowned as Queen of Hills in Kerala state. The tour is sure to leave you rejoiced with the pleasure attained during the stay in Alleppey at houseboat relishing transquility and soothing effects of the backwater on you.

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Package Highlights

  • Enjoy 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 an extensive tea plantations in Munnar
  • Visit sun-kissed beaches of Kovalam
  • Explore the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary for the best experiences in wild
  • Feel rejuvenated while stay at ayurvedic center
  • Excursion to Neyyar in houseboat
  • Half day city tour to Trivandrum city
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Trip Inclusion

  • Hotel are best and well catogrised.
  • Well furnished Accommodation.
  • Welcome drink on arrival (non alcoholic)
  • All transfers by private commercial vehicles
  • Sight seeing as per day itinerary
  • Vehicles and Transport Included.
  • 24X7 Assistance.
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Trip Exclusion

  • Any Air Fare
  • Services of the vehicle on leisure D and for sightseeing not included in the itinerary
  • Alcoholic/aerated beverages, bottled water and starters
  • Camera fees
  • Entrance fees at all tourist attractions mentioned in the itinerary
  • Medical and travel insurance
  • Peak Season Charges
  • All personal expenses, optional tours and extra meals
  • GST
  • Anything not mentioned under "Inclusions"
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Suggested Itinerary

Day 01 Cochin Arrival

On arrival at Cochin airport or railway station, meet our HRPL representative who'll escort you to the hotel. After freshening up, we head to the oldest synagogue in the Commonwealth of Nations. The "Paradesi" synagogue or the Mattancherry Synagogue was built in 1568 and reflects the traditional style of architecture and interiors. After that we head to the Mattancherry Palace which was commissioned by the Portuguese and then set out to see the famous Chinese fishing nets that line the harbour.Retire for the night at hotel.

Day 02 Cochin-Munnar

In the morning we start off 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'll be greeted with the pleasant fragrance of freshly grown tea. On arrival, we will check into the hotel and you'refree to explore the town of Munnar. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 03 Munnar - Periyar

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 off early for a boat ride at the Lake Periyar. During to fluctuating weather conditions in this region, we shall schedule this boat ride after arriving in Periyar. A boat safari on the Periyar Lake will give you an opportunity the exotic wild species in their natural turf. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 05 Periyar-Kumarkom

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

Day 06 Kumarkom-Alleppey (House Boat)

At Kumarkom, we board the Kuttuvallam or the House boat. As you cruise romantically through the quite 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. Enjoy the lazy streams of water as the travel to our next destination Alleppy. Experience the off shore hospitality as we Overnight stay on the splendid house boat.

Day 07 Alleppey - Kovalam

By morning after having the breakfast check out from the hotel and drive to reach Alleppey, afterwards driving straight to Kovalam. Assistance and transfer to the hotel or resort. Retreat yourself by spend the day at ayurvedic center. Retire for the overnight stay in the hotel.

Day 08 Kovalam

This morning after having the breakfast the entired day is at leisure. You can opt for a sightseeing and shopping tour of Thrivandrum or stay and explore the city of Kovalam and its breath taking beaches and relax in golden sands. The beach is ideal for various kind of water sports like kayaking, surfing , skiing and swimming. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 09 Kovalam - Trivandrum

After breakfast, check-out from the hotel transfer to airport to board a flight for your onwards journey.

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Applicable T&C

  • Rates mentioned above are valid for Indian nationals only until and unless specified along with quotation.
  • The quotations are given without holding any confirmed reservations either in the airlines/transport or in the hotels. Once the quotation is accepted by the guest and advance amount is deposited either in Cheque / cash to process the reservation, the booking is processed at our end. In case we are unable to provide the services then the deposited amount shall be refunded to the guest. For the packages which are booked under our Airline Group Packages the airline tickets might be delivered 2 days before the departure of the group.
  • Base category rooms will be booked in Hotels unless and until specified in the quotation. In case the rooms are not available in selected hotel, rooms shall be booked in similar hotel or higher category rooms where you have to pay the differences.
  • Extra bed/mattress will be provided as per the hotel policy. If the hotel is giving an extra mattress instead of an extra bed it will be considered as an extra bed only.
  • Any date amendments in the air tickets will be considered as cancellation only and new tickets are issued under new applicable fare at the time of issuance of ticket and cancellation charges are applicable for the cancelled tickets as per airline policy.
  • Any amendments in the date or itinerary are to be intimated us in writing and amended confirmation depends on the availability of given hotels on requested dates. Cancellation policy shall be applicable in such case.
  • In a tour package, no refund shall be made for unutilized services. It is on guest's discretion whether to take service or not.
  • Please carry your valid Identity proof card (passport in case of International travel) containing your photograph as it is required at the airport and during check in at hotels. Pan card is not a valid identity proof so please don't carry that with you.
  • The check in and check-out time of most of the hotels is 02 PM to 12 PM and number of meals including breakfast is always corresponding to the no. of nights booked by the guest. The hotel does not provide breakfast on the day of arrival.
  • For early check in and late check outs payments are to be settled directly by the guest at the hotel.
  • Trans n Trip can assist you in processing visa for international travel but can't assure your visa and in case of failure of visa process, the cancellation policy will be applicable and will be charged from client.
  • In case of International travel, rates may vary based on change of ROE or any other fluctuation in international market or subject to availability.
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