Kerala – Into India’s Tropical Paradise

Fragrant Spice Plantations and Traditional Alleppey Houseboats

This ten-night Kerala itinerary showcases the natural beauty and rich heritage of southern India. The journey covers six distinct destinations, including historic Kochi, the mist-covered tea gardens of Munnar, and the spice plantations of Thekkady. Guests enjoy comfortable four-star hotel stays, daily breakfast, and a traditional overnight houseboat cruise through the Alleppey backwaters with all meals included. Featuring return flights, seamless transfers, and local guides, the package delivers an extraordinary Indian holiday experience.

Package Includes:

• Flight from Johannesburg to Cochin, and Thiruvananthapuram to Johannesburg, including all airline levies
• Travel in comfort and discover the magic of Kerala with seamless transfers throughout your journey.
• Enjoy 10 nights in 4-star hotels, including daily breakfast, before drifting through the tranquil backwaters of Alleppey on a traditional houseboat, with all meals included.
• From vibrant cities to serene waterways, explore Kerala with a friendly English-speaking expert who brings every destination, story, and hidden gem to life.

Optional Flights

• Fly from Cape Town – Package starts from R36 500.00 per person
• Fly from Durban – Package starts from R36 370.00 per person

ADDED VALUE

• Traditional Indian welcome upon arrival at Cochin airport

Where You will Sleep in India

• 2 Nights in Cochin – Hotel Radisson (or similar)
• 2 Nights in Munnar – Amberdale Hotel and Spa (or similar)
• 1 Night in Thekkady – Mountain Courtyard (or similar)
• 2 Nights in Kumarakom – Abad Whispering Palms (or similar)
• 1 Night in Alleppey – Deluxe AC Houseboat (or similar)
• 2 Nights in Kovalam – Uday Samudra (or similar)

EXPERIENCES COVERED:

• Enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of Kochi, visiting the Mattancherry (Dutch) Palace, Jewish Synagogue, iconic Chinese Fishing Nets, and historic St. Francis Church.
• Take a guided tour through Munnar’s lush tea plantations, stroll among the tea gardens, and discover the fascinating journey from tea leaf to cup.
• Discover the flavours of Thekkady on a guided spice plantation tour, exploring lush plantations and learning about the cultivation of local spices.
• Embark on a shared boat safari on Periyar Lake, with opportunities to spot wildlife in the scenic Periyar National Park & Tiger Reserve.
• Kerala Backwater Houseboat cruise – with lunch, dinner and overnight stay.

Package Excludes:

• Meals and drinks not mentioned
• Medical and Travel insurance
• Entrance fees to all monuments
• All items of a personal nature

Terms & Conditions

*** The Mattancherry Palace is closed on Fridays and the Jewish Synagogue is closed on Fridays, Saturdays and Jewish holidays.

*** NB – Airfares, including airline surcharges, are subject to last-minute increases due to ongoing currency fluctuations and Middle East tensions.

• Airline surcharges may apply during selected periods including school holidays, public holidays and long weekends.
• Due to the ever-changing airline options available, the airline quoted may change and bear additional costs at time of enquiry.
• Prices are from a starting price per person sharing, subject to change, airfare increase, currency fluctuations and availability.
• Airport taxes, fuel levies and surcharges are approximate and based on the current exchange rate and are subject to change.
• The exact amount will be confirmed at time of booking.
• Price valid for dates as specified.
• Standard T&C apply