Kochi (2nts) – Munnar (2nts) – Madurai (1nt) – Thekkady (1nt) – Kumarakom (2nts) – Backwaters Cruise (1nt) – Mararikulam (2nts)
Day 1 - London/Kochi Fly with Emirates via Dubai to Kochi (formerly Cochin) and stay at the Malabar House Residency or Taj Malabar. A sunset cruise explores the busy harbour and tropical plantations. Day 2 - Kochi
This morning explore this bustling port including its spice markets, the Dutch Palace, St Francis Church and the famous Chinese fishing nets. This evening enjoy a Kathakali dance performance.Days 3 to 4 - Kochi/Munnar
Drive to Munnar (150kms/4 hours), a charming little hill station, for a two night stay at Windamere, a delightful private estate.Day 5 - Munnar/Madurai
A dramatic drive this morning takes you across rolling hills to the escarpement of the Western Ghats (170kms/5 hours). Descend to the different world of Tamil Nadu, and the Taj Garden Retreat for an overnight stay. Here you will experience the mysteries of the massive Meenakshi Temple.Day 6 - Madurai/Thekkady
Travel across rural plains and back to the hills (137kms/4 hours). Enjoy an afternoon cruise on Lake Periyar, famous for its wild elephants and bird-life. Stay at the Spice Village or Taj Garden Retreat for two nights.Day 7 - Thekkady/Kumarakom
Continue by road to the picturesque backwaters at Kumarakom (130kms/4 hours) to stay at the Coconut Lagoon Hotel. Day 8 - Kumarakom
A full day at leisure to explore Kumarakom or sample an Ayurvedic massage.Day 9 - Backwaters Cruise
Today you will set off for a relaxing backwater cruise aboard a beautifully converted, simple but comfortable rice barge. Day 10 - Kumarakom/Mararikulam
Transfer by road (90kms/2 hours) to the delightful waterside village of Mararikulam where you will stay at Marari Beach Hotel.Day 11 - Mararikulam
A day to relax by the Indian Ocean.Day 12 – Mararikulam/London
This morning drive straight to Kochi airport (100kms/3 hours) to connect with your homeward flight via Dubai.
| Prices (from)Gold |
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| 1 Jan - 31 Mar |
£2,339 |
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| 1 Apr - 30 Sep |
£2,059 |
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| 1 Oct - 31 Dec |
£2,459 |
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per person inclusive of international flights, bed and breakfast.