This package is available from £514 / 37000 INR / $903 USD total price for two people sharing but can be fully customised to suit your personal needs and tastes.

Explore beautiful southern India with our Kerala Spice Trail tour. From relaxing on golden beaches to trekking through the National Parks you will be able to sample some of the best of southern India.

Cochin – Munnar – Thekkady – Alleppey

Mahindra Homestays have prepared this special seven day itinerary, which can be tailored to suit your interests. Instead of sharing your experience with a large tour group you will be able to enjoy your own private tour using local drivers and staying with Indian families in their beautiful homestays. They will  be happy to share with you the local highlights and will welcome you with warm hospitality and delicious home cooked cuisine. This itinerary combines fantastic value with responsible tourism.

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Day One: Cochin
On your arrival in Cochin you will be picked up and taken to Eden Garden homestay. The home is maintained with a lot of care and love by the Cyprians, who are one of the oldest families in Fort Cochin. The Cyprian’s history here can be traced back to over 400 years. So, who else could be better suited in giving visitors real insight about the place? The home is enveloped by fruit-bearing trees, herbs and spice plants. Spend the afternoon sightseeing, the Chinese Fishing Nets and beach are just five minutes away, or take a tour to Vasco De Gama’s burial ground. St. Francis Church, Santa Cruz Basilica or the Dutch cemetery which are also popular local sites to visit.

Day Two: Cochin
Spend the day relaxing on the beach and exploring the local area. Enjoy a local cultural show with a music and dance recital and perhaps enjoy some shopping in Ernakulam.

Day Three: Munnar
After an early start visit an Elephant Training Camp travel along winding hilltop roads to Munnar where you will check into Ranger Woods where you will find a warm welcome from your host Mr. Sunil. The family’s ancestors were involved in the plantation business and Mr. Sunil’s father used to own a cardamom plantation. They know an enormous amount about the spices grown in Munnar and will accompany you on a plantation walk. The area behind the house is packed with spices, vegetation and fruit trees such as passion fruit. The combination of Munnar’s refreshing climate, its High Range hilltops and luxuriant spice and tea gardens makes it an exceptional holiday destination.

Day Four: Munnar
Enjoy a visit to the Rajamalai National Park, Tea Museum and Athukadu Waterfalls. There are many activities offered around Munnar and your homestay hosts will be happy to make arrangements for you. Spend the afternoon shopping for spices in town.

Day Five: Thekkady
Get an early start and reach Thekkady by late morning where you will check into Pepper County. The house looks out onto spectacular views across hills and plantations, and Cyriac himself owns a plantation consisting mainly off pepper and cardamom with many other spices and fruits, such as chillis, cashews, cinnamon and jackfruit. Take a boat ride at Periyar National Park and come back to your homestay for a plantation walk.

Day Six: Alleppey
Get an early start and reach Alleppey by lunch time. With its interconnecting canals and wealthy trading history, Alleppey is often known as “The Venice of the East” and there is plenty to explore. Take some time and have a relaxed lunch at your homestay, Dazzle Dew.  In the evening visit 16th century Church and spend the evening at the beach. Come back for a session of night fishing and dinner.

Day Seven: Alleppey
An Ayurvedic Massage on an empty stomach early in the morning is a must. Come back for breakfast and relax for a while. Take a half a day Houseboat ride. In the evening your host can have a cooking demonstration if you like or you can walk in the village before enjoying dinner on your final night.

Your Kerala Spice Trail tour includes:
Seven nights accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis. A private driver will be available for all ground transfers which includes airport pick up and drop off, inner city travel and sight seeing throughout the day. You will also be able to enjoy complimentary internet access, laundry services and tea or coffee anytime during the day as part of the package

KERALA TOUR PRICE

This package is available from £514 / 37000 INR / $903 USD total price for two people sharing basis but can be fully customised to suit your personal needs and tastes. Please note that prices are subject to currency fluctuations. Prices are valid until March 2012.

Kerala Spice Trail Tour Telephone Reservation Assistance:
Open from Monday through Saturday from 09.00 – 17.00 (GMT).