Kerala Delight

India
1299 Duration 11
Tea estates of Munnar, India
Backwaters of Alappuzha, Kerala
Backwaters of Kerala
Kerala Backwaters in India
Scenic landscapes of Vagamon, Kerala
Lush tea gardens of Munnar, India
Scenic landscapes of Munnar, Kerala
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Overview

In this 11-night Kerala Delight deal, explore Kerala's top tourist destinations drawing countless tourists every year — Munnar, Cochin, Thekkady, Alleppey, and Poovar.

Begin this exciting excursion from the city of Cochin (also Kochi), which was once a major British Colony. Thus, you find several archaic attractions such as Manttanchery Palace (also Dutch Palace) and the 500-year-old Jewish Synagogue. Watch Chinese fishing nets and explore the famous local spices markets.

After this, head for Munnar, one of the most beautiful cities known for spice and cardamom plantations. Visit the city's tea museum and learn about the tea plantation history along with visiting some iconic landmarks - Echo Point, Flower Garden, and Mattupetty Dam.

Next, visit Thekkady (Periyar) and enjoy a full day of sightseeing followed by an incredible boat ride. Further, you will onboard an Alleppey Houseboat to cruise through spectacular Kerala backwaters - the experience is undoubtedly a major tour highlight.

Your final stop is Poovar. Enjoy a laid-back time relaxing and sunbathing on the golden sands of the gorgeous Poovar Beach. Also, enjoy a rejuvenating Ayurvedic Massage while you are there.

For booking, call us at 02030237776 or plug in your travel details on the website’s enquiry form.

What's Included

11 Nights
25% Savings
Flights
Transfers
Accommodation
  • 2026, 2027 & 2028 on SALE now
  • Minimum deposit starts from £199 pp
  • Return Flights from London
  • All destinations will be visited as per the itinerary
  • Transfers by A/C Sedan Car (Toyota Etios) with an English Speaking Driver
  • 2 Nights in 5* CGH Earth Casino Hotel, Kochi | Standard Room | Half Board
  • 2 Nights in 3* Tea Harvester, Munnar | Superior Tea View | Half Board
  • 2 Nights in 4* Greenwoods Resort, Thekkady | Superior Room | Half Board
  • 1 Night in 4* Deluxe Houseboat, Alleppey | 1 Bedroom Houseboat | Full board
  • 4 Nights in 3* Isola Di Cocco, Poovar | Heritage Room | Half Board
  • While we aim to secure listed hotels, availability may vary. In such cases, similar standard hotels will be arranged for a seamless stay

Itinerary

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Arrive in Cochin (Kochi) and get transferred to the hotel.

The city is the best starting point to explore God's Own Country since most of Kerala's famous landmarks are located close by. You are free to spend the remainder of the day at leisure as you wish.

Overnight stay in Cochin.

Accommodation

Casino Hotel, CGH Earth, Kochi front view

Casino Hotel, CGH Earth, Kochi

The 5* hotel offers thoughtfully appointed rooms and contemporary amenities blending tradition with modernity which makes for an unforgettable holiday experience. You get 4 exceptional dining options offering Indian, Continental, Chinese, and Seafood. As for the amenities, guests have access to an outdoor pool, in-house Ayurvedic massage services, etc. The accommodation is located close to several attractions such as Ernakulum, Fort Cochin and Matthancherry.

Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel and proceed for a city tour covering all the top attractions: Manttanchery Palace, a 500-year-old Jewish Synagogue, Chinese fishing nets, and the local spices market.

Next, in the evening, appreciate the region's famous performing arts i.e., Kathakali Dance.

Overnight stay in Cochin.

Have your breakfast and head to Munnar, which is going to be a blissful 4-hour drive. Throughout the drive, you will get to enjoy beautiful vistas of spice and cardamom plantations, sights of several endangered species, and oil factories giving off a strange aromatic oil. 

Once you arrive in Munnar, check in at the hotel. Next, proceed towards the Tea Museum and learn about the history of tea plantations and so on. Later, you visit Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, and Flower Garden. 

Overnight stay in Munnar.

Accommodation

Tea Harvester, Munnar front view

Tea Harvester, Munnar

As the name suggests, the resort is surrounded by greenery on all sides and even on the premises inside making for a rejuvenating stay experience. Set beside the lobby, the hotel's on-site multi-cuisine restaurant overlooks a courtyard and offers an exceptional dining experience. You also get a nice space for a campfire where you can relax at leisure. If you have little ones, there is a nice child-friendly garden accompanied by a kid's zone.

On this day, visit one of the tea and cardamom plantations decorating the pretty hills of Munnar. Also, learn about the region's history and the process of making tea and coffee — beginning first shoots of the green plants to, bagging and world-wide distribution.

The afternoon is for you to take a hike through the misty plantations or you can just relax at your hotel enjoying the cool breeze from high up the hills. Or, visit Rajmalai Wildlife Sanctuary (the only one in India where Indian Ibex is found). Next, visit the famous Kannan Devan Hills. From here, you can easily enjoy picturesque views of MunnarTea Estates and the Lake of Munnar.

Overnight stay in Munnar.

Have an early breakfast and then leave for the next destination, Periyar. You will be assisted with the transfer, and it will be a drive through the lush greenery, enjoying the breathtaking views of the landscapes. It is going to be a 3 and a half hour drive, throughout which you will get a lot of amazing views. There are several sightseeing spots in this town where you can enjoy serenity, thrill, and fun; all at the same time. From the profound Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary to the tea spice-plantation, this place is going to offer you several places to visit. Spend the remainder of the day at leisure. 

Overnight stay in Periyar.

Accommodation

Greenwoods Resort Thekkady - Kondody Hotels aerial view

Greenwoods Resort Thekkady - Kondody Hotels

Set in the heart of a beautiful plantation town Kumily, this wonderful 5* resort will immerse you in a world beyond any cityscape right into the middle of the greenery. It is located just adjacent to Periyar National Park making it the ideal vantage point to explore the park and hop on game drives in time. Within the property, there's an exceptional multi-cuisine restaurant Amrutham where you can relish ethnic Kerala cuisines cooked in the traditional style.

Have your breakfast and go ahead with a full-day sightseeing Periyar tour.

Get on an incredible boat ride on the lake to witness the varied wildlife at close quarters. Once that's done, get on a spice plantation tour. The breathtaking aroma and ambience of the Periyar spice and tea plantations.

Overnight stay in Periyar.

Accommodation

Greenwoods Resort Thekkady - Kondody Hotels aerial view

Greenwoods Resort Thekkady - Kondody Hotels

Set in the heart of a beautiful plantation town Kumily, this wonderful 5* resort will immerse you in a world beyond any cityscape right into the middle of the greenery. It is located just adjacent to Periyar National Park making it the ideal vantage point to explore the park and hop on game drives in time. Within the property, there's an exceptional multi-cuisine restaurant Amrutham where you can relish ethnic Kerala cuisines cooked in the traditional style.

Have your breakfast, drive to Alleppey and hop on your houseboat once you arrive. Cruise through the spectacular Kerala backwaters as you relax comfortably in the houseboat.

Overnight stay on the Houseboat.

Accommodation

Houseboat Alleppey

Houseboat Alleppey

Hopping on a Houseboat Alleppey will bring you close to the wild and a bit more immersion into nature. Explore the panoramic views of the Kerala backwaters from the comfort of your rooms on the boat (1 bedroom houseboat). Unlike the traditional boats, these Houseboat Alleppey are loaded with a kitchen, living area, bathroom and all the amenities for a comfortable holiday experience.

Begin your day with a sumptuous breakfast and get ready for an exciting day with lots of adventure. Check out and head for the hotel in Poovar (on the route visit Hawa Beach in Kovalam).

Enjoy your time reclining on the gorgeous nearby beach, swimming in the crystalline waters or just unwind with a rejuvenating body massage. Overnight stay in Poovar. Do check in at the hotel for 4 nights at leisure at the beach resort in Kovalam.

The day is at leisure as you enjoy sunbathing on the golden sands of spectacular Poovar Beach.

Note: an hour long complimentary boat tour can be arranged at Poovar Lake, having spectacular golden sandy beaches blending together with estuaries and mangroves.

Overnight stay in Poovar.

Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel and spend the remainder of the day at leisure. Get a full-body rejuvenating Ayurvedic Massage to recharge your body and soul.

Overnight stay in Poovar.

The entire day is at leisure. Enjoy the resort’s various in-house facilities during your stay.

Have your breakfast before you check out from the hotel. Take home a beautiful souvenir (something like a silk sari) to take back everlasting memories of your time spent in Kerala. Next board your return flight home.

Accommodation

Isola Di Cocco, Poovar hotel top view with pool

Isola Di Cocco, Poovar

Spend an unforgettable Kerala holiday at this beautiful Isola Di Cocco (translation - the Island of Coconuts) situated in Kerala in the southwestern tip of India. Surrounded by coconut groves, this stunning ayurvedic beach resort takes care of everything for a rejuvenating chill holiday experience. As for the amenities, guests have access to a library, volleyball courts, and swimming pool. Also, you can easily hop on backwater river cruises from your accommodation.

Prices

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0203 023 7776

2026

Jan

Sold Out

Jan

Sold Out

Feb

£1,419

Feb

£3,259

Mar

£1,379

Mar

£3,149

Apr

£1,389

Apr

£3,069

Lowest

May

£1,299

Lowest

May

£2,999

Jun

£1,299

Jun

£2,999

Jul

£1,549

Jul

£3,019

Aug

£1,499

Aug

£3,019

Sep

£1,369

Sep

£3,019

Oct

£1,489

Oct

£3,139

Nov

£1,479

Nov

£3,119

Dec

£1,549

Dec

£3,449

2027

Jan

£1,739

Jan

£3,949

Feb

£1,649

Feb

£3,869

Mar

£1,659

Mar

£3,959

Apr

£1,679

Apr

£3,859

Lowest

May

£1,549

Lowest

May

£3,569

Jun

£1,549

Jun

£3,569

Jul

£1,859

Jul

£3,679

Aug

£1,789

Aug

£3,679

Sep

£1,629

Sep

£3,679

Oct

£1,739

Oct

£3,729

Nov

£1,669

Nov

£3,469

Dec

£1,749

Dec

£3,829

2028

Jan

£1,939

Jan

£4,379

Feb

£1,839

Feb

£4,279

Mar

£1,849

Mar

£4,379

Apr

£1,879

Apr

£4,269

Lowest

May

£1,729

Lowest

May

£3,949

Jun

£1,729

Jun

£3,949

Jul

£2,069

Jul

£4,069

Aug

£1,999

Aug

£4,069

Sep

£1,819

Sep

£4,069

Oct

£1,949

Oct

£4,129

Nov

£1,869

Nov

£3,849

Dec

£1,959

Dec

£4,249

Please note that all prices are based on double occupancy and are quoted as starting from the lowest available rate.

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