Upgraded - South India: Kerala to Goa
India
Offset: 12 Trees
Tour length 12 days
Kochi (Cochin)
Goa
In-depth Cultural
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Fully Guided
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Private Room
Shared Room
About this tour
Uncover lush tropical scenery, sample exotic spices and stay in premium accommodation on this journey along the Malabar Coast. From the Chinese fishing nets of Kochi to the Portuguese villas of Goa, this colourful journey takes in the best of the Indian states of Kerala, Karnataka and Goa. Cruise the Backwaters - Meander through Kerala's tropical backwaters and sleep overnight on a premium houseboat Jungles and Plantations - Stay in a premium eco-resort nestled in the forest, search for tigers and elephants on a game drive and explore tea and coffee plantations Malabar Coast - Discover historical sea ports, sample fresh and tasty local cuisine and relax on palm-fringed beaches Upgraded Range - Immerse yourself in South India's unique culture and beautiful scenery whilst staying in our hand-picked selection of Premium hotels and lodges
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Tour ID 283821
Tour length 12 days
Language English
Group size 16
Age range 16 - 80
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Day 1: Join trip in Kochi (Cochin)
Day 2: Full day exploring Kochi including Dutch Palace and Chinese fishing nets. Evening Kathakali performance and traditional dinner.
Day 3: Cruise through Kerala’s tropical backwaters and sleep aboard a premium houseboat
Day 4: Free day in the backwaters optional walk to local villages or a cookery class
Day 5: Morning express train to Kozhikode (Calicut), afternoon tour of the historic port's boatyards and markets
Day 6: Drive into the Western Ghats to Wayanad. Afternoon game drive in Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary
Day 7: Sip chai and walk amongst the tea plantations of Wayanad. Optional night jungle walk
Day 8: Continue through the Western Ghats to the coffee heartlands of Coorg and visit the Tibetan Monastery
Day 9: Sample locally-roasted coffee on a working plantation before driving to the coastal city of Mangalore
Day 10: Catch the morning train to Goa, free afternoon on the pristine white-sand beaches of the Arabian Sea
Day 11: Free day at the beach. Optional heritage walk through Panjim or day trip to Dhudsagar Falls
Day 12: Trip ends in Goa
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