Overview
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- Kerala is located between the Arabian Sea in the West and the Western Ghats (Sahyadris) in the East, covering an area of 38,863 sq km.
- It is one of the five states that form the linguistic-cultural region known as South India.
- Cochin, also known as Kochi, is the commercial capital of Kerala.
- Sometimes referred to as the 'Queen of the Arabian Sea,' Cochin boasts a rich cultural heritage.
- Cochin is one of the most fast-paced and modern cities in India.
Tour Plan
DAY 01: BANGALORE – COCHIN (1.05 HRS FLIGHT)
Meals
- Assemble 2 hours prior to your flight at Bangalore Airport and proceed to the check-in counter.
- Complete check-in formalities and board your flight.
- Depart: Bangalore
- Arrive: Cochin Airport
- After collecting your baggage, meet your driver at the arrival hall.
- Transfer to the hotel.
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After freshening up, depart for sightseeing of Cochin.
- Cochin, known as the ‘Queen of the Arabian Sea’, offers various attractions.
- Visit sights like Mattancherry Palace, Paradesi Synagogue, St. Francis Church, Santa Cruz Basilica, Ernakulam Shiva Temple, and more.
- At sunset, enjoy the view of the Chinese fishing nets.
- In the evening, explore the local markets of Ernakulam.
- Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
- Meals: Dinner
DAY 02: COCHIN – ALLEPPEY
Meals
- Breakfast: At the hotel
- Check-out and drive to Alleppey.
- Arrive: Alleppey and transfer to the jetty to board the luxury houseboat cruise at 12 Noon.
- Receive a welcome drink upon check-in as the houseboat travels towards SNDP Thodu, Punnamada Kayal, showcasing the emerald beauty of Kerala.
- Lunch: On board
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Post-lunch, visit a nearby village in the late afternoon.
- Explore sights such as Kuppapuram and Chitira Palli.
- Enjoy wonderful views of lush paddy fields from your houseboat.
- The charming ambiance adds to the experience.
- In the evening, the houseboat anchors at a nearby village for the night.
- Dinner: On board
- Overnight stay on the houseboat.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 03: ALLEPPEY – KUMARAKOM (35 KMS / 1 HR DRIVE)
Meals
- Breakfast: On board the houseboat
- The houseboat cruise starts at 7:30 AM after breakfast and reaches the jetty dock by 9:00 AM.
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Meet the driver and drive to Kumarakom.
- Kumarakom is a lush town nestled on the banks of Lake Vembanad.
- The town is known for its backwater cruises and exotic bird species.
- Kumarakom offers peaceful and scenic surroundings.
- Arrive in Kumarakom and check in to the hotel.
- The rest of the day is free for leisure, or you can visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary.
- Dinner: At the hotel
- Overnight stay at the hotel.
- Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
DAY 04 KUMARAKOM – COCHIN (75 KMS / 2 HRS DRIVE) – BANGALORE (1.05 HRS FLIGHT)
Meals
- Breakfast: At the hotel
- Check out from the hotel and drive to Cochin Airport.
- Board your flight back home.
- Meals: Breakfast
Inclusions / Exclusions
- Economy class airfare by Indigo Airlines
- 01 Night accommodation at Cochin at the mentioned hotel or similar on twin sharing basis
- 01 Night accommodation at Kumarakom at the mentioned hotel or similar on twin sharing basis
- 01 Night accommodation on board a luxury houseboat at Alleppey on twin sharing basis
- All meals as per the itinerary
- All sightseeing as per the itinerary
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All transfers and sightseeing by AC Vehicle, including:
- Toll charges
- Taxes (if any)
- Fuel charges
- Parking charges
- Driver allowances
- All currently applicable hotel and airport taxes
- Anything not mentioned in the Cost Highlights column
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, tips & gratuity, porterage
- Additional sightseeing or extra vehicle usage, other than what is mentioned in the itinerary
- Any cost arising due to natural calamities (road blockage, political disturbances, etc.) to be borne by the client and payable on the spot
- Any increase in taxes or fuel price leading to an increase in the cost of surface transportation and land arrangements, effective prior to departure
- Monument entry fees
- Any insurance, medical expenses, etc.
- Camera charges at monuments/temples
- GST @ 5%
Tour Info
- Estive is not liable for any decision by the consulate or Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
- Maximum 3 adults are allowed per room. In a Triple room, most hotels use roll-away beds, and the room size may be the same as a Double room.
- Additional supplements due to fuel hikes will apply immediately upon notification.
- Once an air ticket is issued, date change penalties will apply. Check with our Sales Officer for applicable charges.
- The company reserves the right to vary, amend, alter, or withdraw any itinerary, departure, or excursion. Airline in/out points may change, but service remains the same.
- Indian dinners and local meals are pre-set; à la carte is not available.
- Any damage to hotel rooms or the coach during your stay will be borne by the concerned passengers.
- The company is not liable for any damages, loss of baggage, injury, accident, death, breakdown, or irregularities caused by weather, strikes, war, quarantine, or any other cause. All such losses must be borne by the passengers.
- Management reserves the right to claim additional expenses incurred due to delays or changes in schedules of trains, airplanes, buses, ships, or other services.
- Coaches may be restricted in some cities; the tour manager and driver will get you as close to monuments as possible.
- The tour manager reserves the right to amend the itinerary or cancel visits when attractions, sights, monuments, museums, etc., are closed.
- No refunds are available for any unused services such as meals or sightseeing.
- Flight change/cancellation fees vary based on airline rules and currency conversion rates. Call us for exact charges.
- Partially utilized and No-Show tickets cannot be canceled.
- Flight seat guarantee is subject to availability at the time of booking.
- Domestic tickets are completely non-refundable.
- Standard hotel check-in time is between 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM, and check-out time is between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM. Early check-in or late check-out may incur extra charges and is subject to availability.
- Hotel change/cancellation fees vary based on hotel rules and currency conversion rates. Call us for exact charges.
- Children aged 12 years or above are fully charged by the hotel.
- Refunds will be processed within 20 working days from the date of request receipt.
- Coaches used for transfers and sightseeing will only be provided as per the itinerary and not for disposal.
- Estive ensures that your holiday tour will be memorable with the complete tour and travel package, as all places to visit are mentioned here.
