India Package Details

Your journey begins as you arrive in Kochi, the gateway to Kerala. Known for its eclectic blend of cultures and vibrant history, Kochi welcomes you with open arms. Explore the historic Fort Kochi area, where you can stroll through the narrow lanes lined with colonial-era buildings, visit the iconic Chinese Fishing Nets, and witness a captivating Kathakali dance performance in the evening.

Today, immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Kochi as you visit the Mattancherry Palace, also known as the Dutch Palace, with its exquisite murals depicting scenes from the Ramayana and Mahabharata. Explore the Jewish Synagogue, the oldest synagogue in the Commonwealth, and wander through the bustling streets of Jew Town, known for its antique shops and spice markets.

Casino Hotel, Kochi (4-star)

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Excursions & visits: Tour of Kochi (morning)

Dinner

We take to the road for a journey through captivating countryside to the verdant slopes of tea country, where we stay in Munnar for three nights. Our stunning location begs to be explored during your afternoon at leisure. This evening, we take a walking tour of the small but vibrant local market, with stalls of colourful fruit and vegetables, meat and fish, and vendors selling homemade treats.

Chandy’s Windy Woods, Munnar (4-star)

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Excursions & visits: Guided tour of Old Delhi (morning)

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Leave the bustling city behind as you travel to Munnar, a picturesque hill station nestled in the Western Ghats. Marvel at the breathtaking landscapes adorned with lush tea plantations, cascading waterfalls, and mist-covered mountains. Visit the Tea Museum to learn about the history and production of tea in the region and take a leisurely walk through the tea gardens, breathing in the crisp mountain air.We also visit the beautiful areas of Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, a natural echo phenomenon; Kundala Lake; Jungle Honey Bee Nest and Rajamalai National Park (subject to being open), the natural habitat of the rare mountain goat.

Chandy’s Windy Woods, Munnar (4-star)

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Excursions & visits: Tour of Munnar and its surroundings, including tea plantation and museum (all day)

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today is free for you to relax or enjoy this scenic region further.

Chandy’s Windy Woods, Munnar (4-star)

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Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

We depart Munnar this morning, swapping views of tea plantations for spice plantations. Sitting a kilometre above sea level, Periyar boasts the perfect natural environment for growing cardamom, cinnamon, pepper, cloves, vanilla, ginger and coffee. Through millennia, Periyar has produced much of India’s pepper and became an important part of the 15th-century spice trade, when black pepper was equal in worth to its weight in gold. We check in to our hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure to relax into your surroundings.

Poetree Sarovar Portico, Periyar (4-star)

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Excursions & visits: Jaipur city tour (all day)

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

We head to a spice garden to learn about their harvest. Afterwards, we’ll take a boat ride on Lake Periyar for a chance to see various species of wildlife. In the midst of a sanctuary that bears its name, where elephants, tigers and Indian wild dogs roam; deer, boar, otters and a great array of birdlife are more readily spotted on this adventure.

Poetree Sarovar Portico, Periyar (4-star)

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Excursions & visits: Visit to a spice garden (morning) Boat ride on Lake Periyar (afternoon)

Breakfast , Lunch & Dinner

This morning we head to Alappuzha and board a beautifully crafted deluxe houseboat for an unforgettable overnight cruise. These elegant crafts were once common along the backwaters of Kerala, used as cargo vessels, poled along by one or two men. They are now restored as extremely eco-friendly houseboats that glide through the 1,500km maze of waterways that link small lakes and lagoons, surrounded with an array of coconut trees and endless paddy fields. Take this opportunity to relax to the sound of nature and gently rippling waters, and to step ashore for short strolls through riverside villages, interacting with the locals.

Deluxe houseboat

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Excursions & visits: Houseboat cruise (afternoon/overnight)

Breakfast , Lunch & Dinner

After our magical overnight cruise, we’ll transfer to Kollam, the ‘dreamland of Kerala’ for a relaxing two-night stay. Our hotel is located on Mala lake, amidst landscaped gardens and coconut groves.

Fragrant Nature Backwater Resort, Kollam (4-star)

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Excursions & visits: Train journey to Delhi (morning)

Breakfast , Lunch & Dinner

Our time here is free of plans, so you can choose to spend another relaxing day as you wish. Or maybe explore the old seaport town, which has led the way in the spice trade since medieval times. The remains of Fort Thomas and the British Residency highlight its historical importance to Europe.

Fragrant Nature Backwater Resort, Kollam (4-star)

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Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

We transfer back to Kochi and spend the remainder of the day at leisure. This evening we’ll watch a traditional Kathakali dance performance, based on stories from Ramayana and Mahabharata.

Casino Hotel, Kochi (4-star)

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Excursions & visits: Kathakali dance performance (evening)

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK. Upon arrival, our vehicle will be waiting for the journey home.

Casino Hotel, Kochi (4-star)

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Breakfast