Best Tour to Kerala

Kochi, India
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ABOUT THE TOUR

An experiential take to explore the soul of Kerala. Stay in the alternate stays like the Tent Camps in Munnar, Tree House in Thekkady, experience the houseboat cruise in Kumarakom or Alleppey and feel the warmth of the homestays in Fort Cochin!

The Alternate Stays Tour along Kerala by TreeMonks not only provides a more realistic take on traveling, but also covers the natural beauty, tradition, culture – everything that defines the very essence of Kerala. The tour moves along Munnar – the lands of hills and dams, Thekkady – the spice casket of Kerala, Alleppey – the backwater paradise and finally conclude at Fort Cochin – the heritage heart of Cochin!

Description

Itinerary

Day 1: First Day in God's own County ! Kochi to Munnar private transfers , Stay at TreeHouse in Munnar

Pass By: Kochi (Cochin), Kochi (Cochin), Ernakulam District, Kerala
Ernakulam district is a dynamic location with luxurious shopping malls, myriad restaurants and majestic skyscrapers, with the metropolis of Kochi at its heart. Ernakulam is considered to be the urban face of God's Own Country and is the cultural, political, commercial and industrial hub of Kerala.

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Accommodation included: Overnight stay in a Plantation TreeHouse, 10 KM from Munnar.

250 Sq Ft treehouse with private balcony and bathroom.

Day 2: Munnar-Queen of Kerala , Explore TreeMonks Tea Trails, Stay at *Tree House *

Stop At: Munnar, Munnar, Idukki District, Kerala
Munnar is a popular hill-station of Kerala where you can refresh and relax in the lap of Mother Nature. Sprawling tea plantations perched at an altitude of 1600 metres and Madupetti, Nallathanni and Periavaru rivers flowing through Munnar, offers a picturesque view of the hills, breathtaking natural view-points and boating facility. The process of tea making can be seen at the Tata Tea Museum located near Nallathanni Estate of Tata Tea.
Duration: 8 hours

Stop At: Kannan Devan Tea Museum, Nullatani Estate, Munnar India
KDHP Tea Museum visit is must thing to do in Munnar
Duration: 1 hour

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Accommodation included: Overnight Stay in TreeMonks TreeHouse.

Day 3: Plantation Trail at Thekady- TreeMonks Curated Plantation tour and Stay at *HomeStay*

Stop At: Thekkady, Thekkady, Idukki District, Kerala
Curated Spice Farm Visit, Boating and Wildlife Walks.
Duration: 3 days 14 hours

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Accommodation included: Best homestay in Thekkdy. Amazing host and homely food

Day 4: Stay in a Houseboat - Explore Kerala Backwater + TreeMonks curated Village walk with a storyteller

Stop At: Kumarakom, Kumarakom, Kottayam District, Kerala
Kerala trip is definitely incomplete without a backwater cruise on a houseboat. The Vembanad Lake in Kumarakom is an ideal place to take some time off, sit back and soak in tranquility of the place, while your boat glides along the intricate web of lagoons, lakes and rivers. This enchanting backwater destination offers visitors many other leisure options such as a reviving ayurveda massage, a village tour, watch a Kathakali performance, and visit to Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, museums and Aruvikuzhy Waterfall.

TreeMonks Village Walk is must do activity in Kumaraom, Guest can explore toddy tapping , Fishing, Conoeing, Coir Making and so on..
Duration: 4 hours

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Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Private Houseboat

Day 5: Heritage and Streets ! Hostel life in Fort Kochi , Live like a backpacker ! TreeMonks Tuk Tuk Tour, Kadhakali show etc..

Pass By: Fort Kochi, Fort Kochi, Kochi (Cochin), Ernakulam District, Kerala
With 32 communities living here and speaking at least 16 languages, Fort Kochi is a melting pot of cultures. Known for the iconic monuments of Dutch, Portuguese and British colonial origins, there are several heritage sites of tourist interest in this town. The Paradesi Jewish Synagogue built in 1568, Dutch Cemetery built in 1724, and the Dutch Palace in Mattancherry, Church of Saint Francis - the first European church in India, Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica – a Roman Catholic Church, and Jain Temple are some of the major landmark buildings.

TreeMonks Tuk Tuk Tour- 3 Hours storytelling tour in Tuk Tuk.
Kadhakali /Kalari Show.

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Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Safe Secured beautifully maintained hostel at Fort Kochi

Day 6: Last Day in Kerala .Go back with lot of memories and curated experiences .

Pass By: Fort Kochi, Fort Kochi, Kochi (Cochin), Ernakulam District, Kerala
With 32 communities living here and speaking at least 16 languages, Fort Kochi is a melting pot of cultures. Known for the iconic monuments of Dutch, Portuguese and British colonial origins, there are several heritage sites of tourist interest in this town. The Paradesi Jewish Synagogue built in 1568, Dutch Cemetery built in 1724, and the Dutch Palace in Mattancherry, Church of Saint Francis - the first European church in India, Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica – a Roman Catholic Church, and Jain Temple are some of the major landmark buildings.

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Inclusions

  • Accommodation as per itinerary
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Local taxes
  • Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
  • Local guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by private vehicle
  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • 5x Breakfast
  • 5x Dinner
  • Accommodation included: 5 nights
  • 4x Breakfast
  • Entry/Admission - Kannan Devan Tea Museum

Exclusions

  • Food and drinks, unless specified

Additional information

  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
  • Infant seats available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Ticket delivery

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Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

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