Kerala Tour Package
National Geographic has called it one of the Top 10 Tourist Destinations in the World. It is one of the most searched Indian Tourist Destinations ahead of The Taj Mahal. It is one of the World’s great Cultural capitals. With one of the highest ratings in the Human Development Index, it’s a rare success story of the World. It’s sometimes called the Venice of the East for its beautiful and picturesque backwater canal system. Besides it lengthy coastline and beautiful beaches, it’s got a history rich in culture and Arts. It’s cultural exhibits include some of the World’s Oldest churches & Synagogues and some of the World’s Oldest Art Forms in Dance, Music, Crafts & Warfare.
Say Hello to Kerala – God’s Own Country.
Kerala has a rich history consisting of very complex social structures and diverse religious practices. Its origins are almost unknown and mostly tied to Indian mythology. It’s got a high degree of Inter mingling among different religious communities resulting in one of the most tolerant regions of the World. Muslims arrived here much before birth of Islam; Christianity introduced in 52AD by an Apostle of Jesus and Jews are supposed to have had a peaceful migration to this coastal belt as early as 950BCE. With such a melting pot of Cultures & Faiths, pristine beaches, World class Jungle & Lake resorts and some of the Word’s Oldest Art performances, Kerala continues to be a source of Joy and Happiness to visitors from India and Abroad.
Broadly, Kerala has 14 districts between North, Central and the South. Every inch of Kerala is pristine, beautiful and almost untouched. It’s got popular and unexplored destinations spread across all its districts. It has something to offer to every visitor. With its beautiful Houseboats, tourist sporting options, Ayurvedic Spas and treatments, Eco-tourism initiatives,Island heritage buildings, Village Homestays, beautiful high altitude blue mountains to pristine rain forests to golden sun-sand beaches and Accommodations of every type, Kerala has much to offer the visitor.
Best time to visit Kerala
Kerala being blessed with a pleasing and enjoyable climate throughout the year across all the seasons and months. Although the best time to visit Kerala is considered from September to March which is its peak season. In these months the weather is warm and comfortable, but not hot. Summer Season from March to May, is hot but not humid. Monsoon season between June and August is the best time to visit Kerala for Ayurveda treatments and photographers because it has the most picturesque landscapes this time of the year.
Places to visit and things to do in Kerala
Kochi
Bordering the Laccadive Sea, Kochi also known as Cochin is a major port city on the south-west coast of India. A city born in storm, nurtured in rivalry and established as battling ground for European empires. This phrase makes prefect understanding of Kochi which was formed as an ancient port city after the Great Floods of the Periyar River in 1341. With partitioning of Chera Kerala empire in 14th century, this region came under control of a new dynasty, rivaled by other local feudal lords. With the advent of colonization, Kochi became the first major battle grounds of almost all European powers. However, least it made an impact over the fortunes of this city.
In colonial India, the first of the European colonies was Kochi. Before Goa, it was Kochi, chosen as the main seat of Portuguese India until 1530. The city was later occupied by the Dutch and the British, with the Kingdom of Cochin becoming a princely state. Also known as the commercial, financial and industrial capital of Kerala, Kochi has the highest GDP as well as the highest GDP per capita in the state and is crowned first for the total number of International and domestic tourist arrivals in Kerala.
Munnar
Munnar is a beautiful hill station, and was the summer resort of the British. Tourists come here to see the vast tea plantations of the area. The town itself is typically Indian with the usual shops, guest houses and is really beautiful and traditional. It is a good place to stay to see the surrounding countryside. It is also a popular place for Indian honeymooners. The town is divided into two parts, Old Munnar, where the tourist information office is, and Munnar, where the bus station and most guest houses are located.
Alleppey
Alappuzha(latter name) also known as Alleppy is situated at a distance of around 53 km from Kochi and 155 km North of Trivandrum Lord Curzon described it as “Venice of the East” hence, known as the “Venetian Capital” of Kerala. Malayalam being the most spoken language, Alleppy is ranked as third among the districts having highest literacy rate in Kerala. It is an important tourist destination in India. The Backwaters of Alappuzha are the most popular tourist attraction in Kerala. Alleppy is home to a huge network of backwaters and more than thousand houseboats.
Kerala Canoe Tour
Canoe offers you the highlighted time of your tour.Gliding through the Alleppey backwaters in a canoe is an amazing experience to enjoy every bit the serene and peaceful journey in canoe. You can even go for small walking tour in between and open yourself to the best of this coastal resort town.
Sadhya
Traditional food of Kerala/Banana Leaf Food One of the must try things in Kerala is having the traditional Kerala Food on Banana Leaf. Menu included 4 types of vegetables, dal, rice, sambar, rasam, sour curry, papadam, chutney, pickle, banana, banana chips, payasam and curd. Sadhya is a vegetarian feast consisting of a variety of traditional dishes usually served on a banana leaf in Kerala. Sadhya is typically served as a traditional dish for Onam, an annual Kerala festival.
Periyar
The pride of Kerala and a testimony to nature’s splendour and human innovation, the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is situated on the banks of the Periyar Lake – an artificial lake, at Thekkady. Here the high ranges of the Western Ghats are clothed in dense evergreen, moist deciduous forests and savannah grasslands. Below this thick green canopy roam herds of elephants, sambars, tigers, gaurs, lion tailed macaques and Nilgiri langurs.
In addition to elephant rides, cruises on the lake and treks to the ruined Mangaladevi temple – a beautiful old stone temple situated in the heart of the Thekkady forest; this sanctuary offers the unique opportunity to watch and photograph wild elephants at close quarters.
Kumarakom
Kumarakom is a cluster of little islands on the Vembanad Lake, and is part of the Kuttanad region. Mainly known for its lush, green beauty and gushing backwaters. The winding lagoons, swaying coconut trees, refreshing breeze, endless rows of paddy fields, interspersed by waterways and canals makes Kumarakom an enchanting backwater destination.
Kovalam
Kovalam is famous for its beaches, among the most pristine in India. Kovalam is extremely popular among westerners due to shallow waters and low tidal waves. It is also one of the oldest tourist enclave in India, which known among tourist circuit right in 1930s. Kovalam shot into limelight in the early seventies with arrivals of the masses of hippies. That started the transformation of a casual fishing village of Kerala into one of the most important tourist destinations in all India- the Kovalam beach.
Trivandrum
Located in the southwestern tip of India, Thiruvananthapuram is bound by the Arabian Sea in the west and Tamil Nadu in the east. Named after Anantha Padmanabha or Lord Vishnu, the city is home to many ancient temples. But the landmark is the Sree Padmanabha Swamy Temple around which the city has been built on seven low hills. The wooded highlands of the Western Ghats in the eastern and northeastern borders give Thiruvananthapuram some of the most enchanting picnic spots. A long shoreline with internationally renowned beaches, historic monuments, backwater stretches and a rich cultural heritage make this district a much sought-after tourist destination. Clean and green, Thiruvananthapuram, the capital of Kerala is one of the most beautiful cities in the country.
Other Destinations: Alappuzha, Guruvayoor, Bekal, Varkala, Wayanad, Muzhapilangad, etc.
Kerala Tour Packages
All Itineraries can be customised as per your choice; Itineraries can be designed with any place in Kerala, Karnataka & Tamil Nadu combined.
3 Nights/4 Days – Tea Gardens & Houseboat tour – starting from Rs. 15,000 per person
Day1: Arrive in Kochi; leave for Munnar(140 KMS – 04 Hours drive); relax and overnight in Munnar.
Day2: Sightseeing in Munnar; overnight in Munnar.
Day3: Drive to Allepey(180 KMS – 05 Hours drive); full day ride & overnight in houseboat.
Day4: Leave for Kochi(60 KMS – 02 Hours drive); end of tour & leave for hometown.
5 Nights/6 Days – Best of Kerala tour – starting from Rs. 17,600/- per person
Day1: Arrive in Kochi; leave for Munnar(140 KMS – 04 Hours drive); relax and overnight in Munnar.
Day2: Sightseeing in Munnar(140 KMS – 04 Hours drive); travel (110 KMS – 03 Hours drive) & overnight in thekkady.
Day3: Sightseeing in Thekkady including Boat ride and Jungle Walk. Post lunch leave for Allepey.
Day4: Start your houseboat trip at 11:00am. Overnight in houseboat.
Day5: Leave for Kochi(80 KMS – 02 Hours drive); sightseeing & overnight in Kochi.
Day6: Trip to cherai beach & end of tour. Depart for hometown.
7 Nights/ 8 Days – Complete Kerala tour – starting from Rs. 21,200/- per person
Day1: Arrive in Kochi; relax and overnight in Kochi.
Day2: Sightseeing in Kochi; overnight in Kochi.
Day3: Leave for Munnar(140 KMS – 04 Hours drive); relax and overnight in Munnar.
Day4: Sightseeing in Munnar. Depart for Allepey (180kms – 04 Hours); overnight in allepey.
Day5: Start your houseboat ride at 11:00am; overnight in houseboat.
Day6: Leave for Kovalam(200 KMS – 04 Hours drive) ; relax in beach; overnight in trivandrum.
Day7: Sightseeing in Trivandrum (or) Kanyakumari 1 day trip. Overnight in Trivandrum.
Day8: End of tour. Depart to hometown.
Inclusions:
All rates are per head. Rates depend on different class of Hotels used & no. of people traveling. Rates can differ depending on different modes of transport, i.e by Air, Road or Train.
1) Dedicated A/C Transport Car/Traveller provided from source to destination.
2) Accommodation – 3 Star, 4 Star or 5 Star depending on your budget of choice.
3) Includes Breakfast.
3) All sightseeing points mentioned in the Itinerary covered by Car/Rail/Flight.
4) Guide services for select destinations
5) Instant telephonic help from Sruti travels personal.
6) Last minute Flexible Itinerary.
Call for mail for customized itineraries.
Note: Request for flexible Itineraries including Wayanad, Thekkady & Kanyakumari.
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