Duration: 09 Nights & 10 Days
Destinations: COCHIN- THALASSERY – ALLEPPEY- PERIYAR- CHETTINAD – CHENNAI
Tour Highlights: Explore the cultural and scenic gems of South India, starting with the colonial charm of Cochin, followed by the heritage and cuisine of Thalassery. Cruise the serene backwaters of Alleppey, then head to Periyar for spice plantations and wildlife. Discover the architectural elegance and rich flavours of Chettinad, and conclude your journey in Chennai, blending tradition and modernity.
On arrival you will meet our Travel Executive after collecting your luggage & passing customs at arrival hall. Further he will assist you your transfer to hotel. Overnight Stay in Cochin. (B)
Morning is free to relax. In the afternoon take a cooking lesson at Nimmy Paul’s residence, followed by lunch. Afternoon tour of Cochin visiting Jewish Synagogue, Chinese Fishing nets and St. Francis Church. Dinner at Sea Food restaurant. Overnight Stay in Cochin (B)
Drive to Tellicherry and check in at Ayisha Manzil. It is a beautiful bunglaw converted to a homestay that still preserves the untouched antique charm of an authentic ancestral house. The beautiful heritage home preserved passionately by Mr. & Mrs. Moosa. Evening cooking class. Overnight stay in Thalassery (B)
Drive to Tellicherry and check in at Ayisha Manzil. It is a beautiful bunglaw converted to a homestay that still preserves the untouched antique charm of an authentic ancestral house. The beautiful heritage home preserved passionately by Mr. & Mrs. Moosa. Evening cooking class. Overnight stay in Thalassery
Morning transfer to Thalassery train station to board train to Alleppey. Meet/Assist on arrival and transfer to boat Jetty to board the Rice houseboat. Evening Cooking demo by your Chef. Overnight stay in Alleppey Houseboat
After breakfast, Disembark the houseboat at Alleppey boat Jetty and drive to Periyar. Evening cooking demonstration in the hotel. Overnight stay in Periyar.
Drive to Chettinad and check in at hotel. Evening cooking demonstration. Chettinad cuisine is typically spicy and pungent and consists of mainly non-vegetarian food. The dishes contain freshly ground masalas, and often topped with a boiled egg, which is usually considered an essential part of a meal. Overnight stay in Chettinad
Depart for visit some of the ancient temples unique to this area. Tamil Nadu was once ruled by the Chola Dynasty (9-13th centuries), who constructed some of the most ornate temples in South India. Overnight stay in Chettinad
Transfer to Trichy airport to connect flight to Chennai. Meet/Assist on arrival and transfer to hotel. Evening visit the local market. Overnight stay in Chennai
You will be transferred to Chennai International airport in time to connect your onward flight to next destination
| City | Standard |
|---|---|
| Summer | AU$ 4183 |
| Winter | AU$ 4653 |
| Cochin | The Malabar House |
| Thalassery | Ayisha Manzil |
| Alleppey | Premium Houseboat |
| Periyar | Spice Village |
| Chetinnad | CGH Visalam |
| Chennai | The Raintree, Annasalai |
A. HOTEL
· 09 Nights hotel accommodation on Twin/Double sharing basis including all existing taxes.
B. Meals
· Daily breakfast (B) as mentioned in the itinerary.
C. TRANSPORT
· Meeting and assistance on arrival / departure by our airport representative
· Cost based on air-conditioned transport –AC Crysta Innova (02 pax)
· Transfer from airport to hotel and vice-versa.
· Sightseeing, excursion and Surface travel as per programme
D GUIDE
· English Speaking local guide during the sightseeing as per program.
E: ENTRANCE FEES & VISITS
· Included only for 01 visits
· Cooking lessons by Chef Nimmy Paul.
· Visit to the fish and spice market, Thallasery.
· Rice Houseboat at Alleppey.
· Current applicable taxes
1. ITEMS OF PERSONAL NATURE – such as laundry, table drinks, telephone bills, tips to room boys, drivers, guides, personal clothing including sleeping bags etc.
2. Any Air fare.
3. Visa fee for India to be arranged and paid for directly by the clients. Check VISA rules carefully from your nearest Indian Embassy/ Mission before applying for Indian VISA.
4. Travel & Health Insurance to be arranged and paid for directly by the clients.
5. Airport taxes and fuel surcharges, which are subject to change without notice. Any meals (other than breakfast), drinks, tips, expenses of personal nature.
6. Anything not mentioned in the “Cost Includes” column.
