Luxurious Kerala adventure with optional pristine Maldives sands
- Round trip
- 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 or 18 nights
- Maldives, India
- £3,258.00 ]
- based on 2 travellers
Discover Kerala with five-star stays, an optional Maldives escape, a houseboat stay, and more - includes board, flights, excursions, & discounts
Welcome to Kerala: a beautiful tropical region with centuries of spice trading history. On this tour, get ready to experience the mesmerising landscapes and rich heritage of India's south-western coast: take glimpses into the country's colonial past and ancient dance forms, head deep into the dense green mountains to discover waterfalls and mist-clad hills, meet beloved wildlife with a tiger reserve bamboo rafting trip, and bask in spectacular sunsets set amid lake views. You'll stay in stunning hotels throughout, boasting everything from sumptuous spas to exquisite dining.
Your escape will take you from the historic port of Kochi to the emerald green slopes of Munnar and the wildlife-rich forests of Thekkady, before embarking on a traditional houseboat cruise along the tranquil Alleppey backwaters and unwinding at a premium Kumarakom lakeside resort. Along the way, enjoy included excursions including spice-scented mountain treks, private city heritage tours, and mesmerising theatrical performances.
And if you fancy an extra dose of relaxation, opt to extend your adventure to Maldivian sands, unwinding at a resort in the Maldives for three, five, or seven nights more. What's more, private and shared transfers will be on hand throughout for added ease.
Included
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9 nights in Kerala, India
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Optional: 3, 5 or 7 nights in the Maldives
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Breakfast included throughout Kerala tour
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Full-board basis in Alleppey
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All-inclusive basis in the Maldives (excluding drinks)
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Day 2: Cochin sightseeing tour
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Day 2: Kathakali dance performance
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Day 4: Letchmi Tea Plantation trek
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Day 6: Bamboo rafting
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Discounts, complimentary bike use, and Equator Crossing certificate (Maldives extension only)
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Private airport and hotel transfers in Kerala
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Domestic flight from Malé to Gan International Airport and speedboat transfers included (Maldives extension only)
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Return flights from your selected airport to Kochi, India
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Return flight from your selected airport to Kochi, India returning from the Maldives (Maldives extension only)
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Flight from Kochi, India to Malé, Maldives (Maldives extension only)
Day 1 & 2: UK – Kochi
Welcome to India – your adventure begins with a private transfer to your boutique hotel in Kochi, where you will be greeted by a representative. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy at leisure, relaxing after your flight or sampling local Keralan hospitality. Settle into the laid-back rhythm of th…
Read moreDay 3 & 4: Munnar
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before embarking on a scenic four-and-a-half-hour drive to Munnar. This beautiful hill station is globally renowned for its cool climate, vast tea plantations dotted with colonial bungalows, cascading waterfalls, and serene lakes. Upon arrival in this misty mountain ha…
Read moreDay 5 & 6: Thekkady
Following a delicious morning breakfast, take a picturesque three-hour drive to Thekkady. On arrival, check in to your stunning forest resort and enjoy the rest of the day completely at leisure. You might choose to stroll through the local spice markets, where the scent of cardamom and clove fills …
Read moreDay 7: Alleppey
Drive to Alleppey to embark on a truly unique houseboat stay along the magical Keralan backwaters. Often called the "Venice of the East," this region boasts a vast network of glassy canals meandering through tranquil villages. As your traditional houseboat sails across the vast expanse of Vembanad …
Read moreDay 8 & 9: Kumarakom
Disembark your houseboat and take a short drive to Kumarakom, checking into your lakeside luxury resort. Spend these days entirely at your own pace, basking in the serene atmosphere of the lake or indulging in premium wellness treatments. You might choose to wander through the nearby bird sanctuary…
Read moreDay 1 & 2: UK – Kochi
Welcome to India – your adventure begins with a private transfer to your boutique hotel in Kochi, where you will be greeted by a representative. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy at leisure, relaxing after your flight or sampling local Keralan hospitality. Settle into the laid-back rhythm of th…
Read moreDay 3 & 4: Munnar
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before embarking on a scenic four-and-a-half-hour drive to Munnar. This beautiful hill station is globally renowned for its cool climate, vast tea plantations dotted with colonial bungalows, cascading waterfalls, and serene lakes. Upon arrival in this misty mountain ha…
Read moreDay 5 & 6: Thekkady
Following a delicious morning breakfast, take a picturesque three-hour drive to Thekkady. On arrival, check in to your stunning forest resort and enjoy the rest of the day completely at leisure. You might choose to stroll through the local spice markets, where the scent of cardamom and clove fills …
Read moreDay 7: Alleppey
Drive to Alleppey to embark on a truly unique houseboat stay along the magical Keralan backwaters. Often called the "Venice of the East," this region boasts a vast network of glassy canals meandering through tranquil villages. As your traditional houseboat sails across the vast expanse of Vembanad …
Read moreDay 8 & 9: Kumarakom
Disembark your houseboat and take a short drive to Kumarakom, checking into your lakeside luxury resort. Spend these days entirely at your own pace, basking in the serene atmosphere of the lake or indulging in premium wellness treatments. You might choose to wander through the nearby bird sanctuary…
Read moreDay 10 - 12: Maldives
Board your onward flight to the Maldives for a breathtaking island extension. Arrive in paradise and take a speedboat transfer to your resort surrounded by turquoise waters. Spend these days completely at leisure, walking along dazzling white sands or snorkelling amongst vibrant coral reefs.
On …
Read moreDay 1 & 2: UK – Kochi
Welcome to India – your adventure begins with a private transfer to your boutique hotel in Kochi, where you will be greeted by a representative. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy at leisure, relaxing after your flight or sampling local Keralan hospitality. Settle into the laid-back rhythm of th…
Read moreDay 3 & 4: Munnar
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before embarking on a scenic four-and-a-half-hour drive to Munnar. This beautiful hill station is globally renowned for its cool climate, vast tea plantations dotted with colonial bungalows, cascading waterfalls, and serene lakes. Upon arrival in this misty mountain ha…
Read moreDay 5 & 6: Thekkady
Following a delicious morning breakfast, take a picturesque three-hour drive to Thekkady. On arrival, check in to your stunning forest resort and enjoy the rest of the day completely at leisure. You might choose to stroll through the local spice markets, where the scent of cardamom and clove fills …
Read moreDay 7: Alleppey
Drive to Alleppey to embark on a truly unique houseboat stay along the magical Keralan backwaters. Often called the "Venice of the East," this region boasts a vast network of glassy canals meandering through tranquil villages. As your traditional houseboat sails across the vast expanse of Vembanad …
Read moreDay 8 & 9: Kumarakom
Disembark your houseboat and take a short drive to Kumarakom, checking into your lakeside luxury resort. Spend these days entirely at your own pace, basking in the serene atmosphere of the lake or indulging in premium wellness treatments. You might choose to wander through the nearby bird sanctuary…
Read moreDay 10 - 14: Maldives
Board your onward flight to the Maldives for a breathtaking island extension. Arrive in paradise and take a speedboat transfer to your resort surrounded by turquoise waters. Spend these days completely at leisure, walking along dazzling white sands or snorkelling amongst vibrant coral reefs.
On …
Read moreDay 1 & 2: UK – Kochi
Welcome to India – your adventure begins with a private transfer to your boutique hotel in Kochi, where you will be greeted by a representative. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy at leisure, relaxing after your flight or sampling local Keralan hospitality. Settle into the laid-back rhythm of th…
Read moreDay 3 & 4: Munnar
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before embarking on a scenic four-and-a-half-hour drive to Munnar. This beautiful hill station is globally renowned for its cool climate, vast tea plantations dotted with colonial bungalows, cascading waterfalls, and serene lakes. Upon arrival in this misty mountain ha…
Read moreDay 5 & 6: Thekkady
Following a delicious morning breakfast, take a picturesque three-hour drive to Thekkady. On arrival, check in to your stunning forest resort and enjoy the rest of the day completely at leisure. You might choose to stroll through the local spice markets, where the scent of cardamom and clove fills …
Read moreDay 7: Alleppey
Drive to Alleppey to embark on a truly unique houseboat stay along the magical Keralan backwaters. Often called the "Venice of the East," this region boasts a vast network of glassy canals meandering through tranquil villages. As your traditional houseboat sails across the vast expanse of Vembanad …
Read moreDay 8 & 9: Kumarakom
Disembark your houseboat and take a short drive to Kumarakom, checking into your lakeside luxury resort. Spend these days entirely at your own pace, basking in the serene atmosphere of the lake or indulging in premium wellness treatments. You might choose to wander through the nearby bird sanctuary…
Read moreDay 10 - 16: Maldives
Board your onward flight to the Maldives for a breathtaking island extension. Arrive in paradise and take a speedboat transfer to your resort surrounded by turquoise waters. Spend these days completely at leisure, walking along dazzling white sands or snorkelling amongst vibrant coral reefs.
On …
Read moreExcluded
- Entrance fees for attractions are not included
- Transfers not specified in the itinerary
- Local taxes
- Tips and gratuities
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| Conditions | Your booking is a direct contract between you and Secret Escapes Limited for the provision of your package. Secret Escapes acts as a tour operator responsible, and is therefore liable for the proper execution of the agreement. The Secret Escapes Terms and Conditions (A) apply to this booking. The Secret Escapes Cancellation Terms and Conditions apply to this booking. |
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| Check-in | From 14:00 hours |
| Check-out | Until 12:00 hours |
| Passport, visa and health requirements | The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements, before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. For some countries in Southeast Asia, you may be required to complete a Digital Arrival Card or other immigration procedures prior to or upon arrival. We recommend that you complete any required digital forms as early as possible to save time upon arrival. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals. |
| Price changes | Please note that the flights included in this offer are subject to live availability and price, and can change during your booking process. When this is the case, we will always notify during the booking process. |
| Pet policy | Pets are not allowed on this trip. |
| Optional services | To provide you with the best choice, we partner with a wide range of airlines. Please be aware that many carriers now charge extra for optional services like seat reservations and additional baggage. These airline-specific fees are not included in your holiday price unless stated. We recommend visiting your chosen airline's website directly to review their policies and understand any potential additional charges. |
| Tour occupancy | Max 2 people per room |
| Flight times | Please note that flights may be subject to change, delay or postponement by the provider and that flight times are provisional. Don't forget to check the actual flight times before departure on the website of the airline or the airport to avoid inconvenient surprises. |
| Extra flight nights | Please note that there may be an extra night on the plane or in transit |
