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Kerala: Traditional Ayurveda

South India - India - Kerala

This short program of 10 days through Kerala presents some of the most beautiful natural sites in South India. Kerala is the ideal place to indulge in Ayurveda - the science that has catapulted the reputation of Indian well being into global limelight.

. This alternative medicine that combines the Sanskrit words of life science will be the highlight of your trip. Bearing European influences and South Indian traditions, Kerala is a haven and the epitome of peace in India. The tea plantations of Munnar, Periyar National Park, backwater houseboats, pristine beaches and lush lagoons - Kerala offers these natural jewels. In addition to the discovery of Kerala, indulge in the rich Ayurvedic expertise of the Keralites and go back home fully rejuvenated from India.

Duration

10 days

Based on your travel dates & customizable

From

£1495

per person

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Your tailor-made trip - Kerala

Day 1

Arrival at Kochi

Reception at the airport and transfer to the island of Fort Cochin. Overnight at hotel.

Day 2

Kochi

Sightseeing around the city. A great place to watch a performance of Kathakali. Overnight at hotel.

Day 3

Cochin - Munnar

4-5 hour drive

Drive on roads alongside the rice fields of Kerala. First visit Trichur, where we visit the Krishna temple, known for its fine ornaments. Continue to Munna, a charming resort surrounded by the highest mountains of southern India, culminating at an altitude of 2600 m. Visit Munnar, a trading center of tea plantations which are among the highest in the world. Stroll through these lush plantations. Overnight at hotel.

Day 4

Munnar - Periyar

140 km - 3 to 4 hour drive

Drive to Periyar Reserve, one of the most beautiful reserves in southern India. Accommodation at the hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 5

Periyar

Explore the Periyar Wildlife Reserve. Overnight at hotel.

Day 6

Periyar - Alleppey

150 km - 3 hour drive

Arrive at Lake Vembanad. Overnight at hotel.

Day 7

Alleppey - " Houseboat " on the " backwaters "

Embark on a traditional “houseboat ". Navigate through canals, lagoons and the Vembanad Lake. Meals and night on board (double room with bathroom).

Day 8

" Houseboat " on the " backwaters " - Trivandrum

160 km - 4 hour drive

Arrive in Alleppey in the late morning and relax or swim on the beach. Take the road to Trivandrum, the city of the "sacred serpent" built on seven hills. Overnight at hotel.

Day 9

Trivandrum

Transfer to the airport . End of our services.

Day 10

Trivandrum - International Airport

Transfer to the airport . End of our services.

Travel terms and conditions

Price includes

Welcome at the airport
Support from your Shanti Travel advisor.
Transfers and land transportation by private vehicle with English speaking driver
The housing as provided in the program: hotel double / twin room (with 2 twin beds when possible) / triple (double room with additional extra bed).
All breakfasts

Price does not include

Services of "a la carte" local guides in different stages of your trip.
Optional activities
International flights and airport taxes (international)
Visa fees
Repatriation assistance
The entries in the temples, monuments, monasteries and museums to travel (visits are never mandatory)
Meals
Drinks and personal expenses
Tips

Details

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Quotation is subject to change according to availability, exchange rates and government tax rise. All the rates mentioned are based on current best available rate and can be modified at the moment of the booking.