Cochin · 2 nights
Sample itinerary, we tailor it to you
About this Kerala itinerary
Experience Kerala through one of our Classic Tours highlighting a broad selection of the main attractions of Kerala. The tour includes an exploration of the historic port city of Cochin and a stay in the lush tea Hills of Munnar and a wildlife resort with jungle treks, elephant rides, a spice plantation tour, and a houseboat cruise. Have a relaxing stay in a backwater resort by the lake ending with a stay in a beach resort.
Everything below is a sample. Our team in Cochin will stretch it, shorten it, swap the hotels up or down a category and build the days around what you actually want to do.
Trip highlights
- Travel through Cochin
- Travel through Alleppey- House Boat
- Travel through Kumarakom
- Travel through Periyar
- Travel through Kovalam
Route & map
Where the Classic South Kerala, 9 Nights route takes you
Cochin
2 nights
Alleppey- House Boat
1 night
Kumarakom
2 nights
Periyar
2 nights
Kovalam
2 nights
Trivandrum
1 night
Where you'll visit
Cochin, or Kochi as it is now called, is divided into Old Cochin (comprising Fort Cochin and Mattanchery) and Ernakulam, which is a bustling metropolis and is considered the commercial capital of Kerala. It is the only district in Kerala where you can experience urban comforts on a par with other major cities in India and also the history of many centuries bygone.
Day by day
Your itinerary, day by day
Welcomed by a Globe Travel Centre representative at the airport and transported to your hotel. A port town since early centuries, Cochin, also known as the spice coast of India, attracted traders and invaders from the world over. Needless to say, Cochin offers you some fascinating snippets of history and culture. Relax and unwind at the hotel. In the evening go for a relaxing sunset cruise.
Overnight · The hotel with a vehicle at your disposal
Where you'll stay
Choose your comfort level
The route stays exactly the same, you are only choosing the level of hotel. Prices vary by category and your expert confirms the exact quote for the level you pick. Any individual stay can also be swapped.
Alleppey- House Boat · 1 night
Hibiscus Villa
Kumarakom · 2 nights
Abad Whispering Palms
Periyar · 2 nights
Elephant court
Kovalam · 2 nights
Travancore Heritage
When to go
The best time to visit Kerala
Jan
31°C
12mm
Feb
32°C
20mm
Mar
33°C
45mm
Apr
33°C
120mm
May
32°C
250mm
Jun
29°C
650mm
Jul
28°C
600mm
Aug
28°C
380mm
Sep
29°C
250mm
Oct
30°C
290mm
Nov
30°C
170mm
Dec
30°C
40mm
30°C
Avg temperature
236mm
Avg rainfall
- Best
- Good
- Monsoon
October to March, the sweet spot
Kerala is at its best from October to March, when the rain has cleared, the backwaters are full and the coast is dry. April and May are hot and humid but quiet, and the south-west monsoon from June to September brings heavy afternoon rain, deep green hills and the lowest prices of the year. Many Ayurveda guests deliberately choose the monsoon, when the treatments are considered most effective.
Good to know
What's included
Included
- B&B at all hotels except where cited on the itinerary
- Chauffeur driven AC car
- Sunset cruise
- Kathakali performance
- Ayurveda massage
- All entrance fees
- Guide charges
- Assisted airport transfers and international flights
Not included
- International flights (quoted separately)
- Visas
- Travel insurance
- Lunches and dinners unless stated
- Tips and personal expenses
Pricing
Indicative price
*Indicative price
£1,210
per person, twin share
Excluding international flights
Prices exclude international flights. Includes accommodation, private transport, sightseeing and activities as described. This is a private tour, fully customisable. Adjust hotels, add destinations, change the pace. Final price varies with group size, season and hotel choice. Share your preferred dates and we will send a personalised itinerary and an accurate quote.
Image gallery
A glimpse of the journey
Make this trip yours
Our Kerala team will reshape every day of this itinerary around you, then price it properly.
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