Day 1
London to Cochin (via Dubai)
You will be met on arrival and transferred to Vivanta by Taj - Malabar for a 2 night stay. In the afternoon you will experience a traditional Kathakali dance performance.
This tour takes you from the colonial heritage of Cochin, known as the ‘Gateway to Kerala’ and one of the world’s most stunning natural harbours, to the banks of Lake Vembanad with the beautiful backwaters and cluster of little islands of Kumarakom. Experience cruising in an authentic houseboat along the palm fringed waterways, followed by the beaches in Marari, for a rejuvenating stay by the shores of the Arabian Sea. Covering striking scenery, heritage and culture, as well as charming hotels and resorts, this gently paced tour takes you to some of India’s most enchanting areas.
| Prices from | The itinerary includes |
| 8 nights / 9 days from £1,925 - Low Season 8 nights / 9 days from £2,150 - High Season Prices are per person based on 2 people sharing a room, including economy flights from London. | Itinerary starts and ends in Cochin Private transfers throughout Hotel accommodation as detailed below Daily breakfast and all meals on the houseboat Private guided touring as specified |
You will be met on arrival and transferred to Vivanta by Taj - Malabar for a 2 night stay. In the afternoon you will experience a traditional Kathakali dance performance.
Following breakfast at the hotel you will venture out to explore the city of Cochin. Known as the Spice Island, here you will see the iconic fishing nets, Jewish Synagogue and spend the afternoon wandering around Fort Cochin at your own pace.
Today you will be collected from your hotel and transferred by road to Kumarakom where you will spend 2 nights at Kumarakom Lake Resort. The remainder of the day is free for you to spend as you wish.
Enjoy a day at leisure, partaking in a variety of optional activities, including a cookery demonstration, Yoga and meditation classes or a visit to the local village.
Today you will board an authentic houseboat and spend the day sailing on the backwaters, dining on local cuisine and enjoying an overnight stay onboard the boat
After breakfast on the houseboat you will disembark at Alleppey where you will have the chance to wander around Alleppey Market. From here you will be driven to Marari where you will spend a 3 night stay at Carnoustie Ayurveda & Wellness Resort.
Spend these days at leisure, relaxing by the pool, on the beach or enjoying all that the resort has to offer. Take long walks or bike rides, explore the village or simply relax in the resort spa.
Today you will be collected from the hotel and transferred by road to Cochin Airport for your flight to Dubai and onwards to London.
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