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Highlights

Kerala and the Maldives is the perfect twin-centre holiday with only an hour’s flight between Trivandrum and Malé gives you the holiday of a lifetime. Together they make for a perfect combination of culture, adventure and beach. Kick back and let the calming luxury let you relax.

Itinerary

Day 1:  COCHIN

Meet, Greet and you will be transferred to your hotel in Cochin. Later sightseeing at Cochin, Chinese Fishing Nets, Mattancherry Palace, Old Quarter, Pardesi Synagogue, Santa Cru Basilica

Day 2:  COCHIN > THEKKADY

Today you will have a scenic drive through the Cardamom hills to Thekkeady the wild corridor of South with lush greenery. Check in at your hotel. Afternoon experience the tribal heritage walk, accompanied by a tribal guide. A unique opportunity of a close interaction with a tribal community.

Day 3:  ACTIVITIES IN THEKKADY

After an early breakfast you will be taken on a Boat trip to observe Wildlife and lush coconut grooves on Periyar Lake. Rest of the day at leisure or you are free to explore the local market for sandalwood, body oils and spices.

Day 4:  THEKKADY > KUMARAKOM

After a leisure breakfast you will be driven to Kumarakom, known for its series of backwaters. Check in at the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure on Vembanad Lake surrounded by coconut trees and paddy fields with a chilled Beer or enjoy an Ayurveda massage. Overnight at the hotel

Day 5:  LOCAL VILLAGE TOUR

On this day you will be given an opportunity to experience the local village lifestyle with a village walk, Pull down Chinese fishing nets, Coir making centre, Demonstrate coconut tree climbing and have your very own coconut plucked, Handloom and handicraft making centre. Rest of the day at leisure for your own activities.

Day 6:  HOUSEBOAT ON BACKWATERS

Today is the day you will experience the highlights of Kerala, Overnight Backwater Cruise from Kumarokom to Alleppey. These man- made living houses on the river have everything to make you get a different experience from scenic beauty to south Indian delicacies. You can also enjoy Kayaking through narrow backwater canals to see the lifestyle of fisherman families – don’t forget to take books & pencils for the children who will greet you while you kayak. A typical south Indian cuisine will be served on boat.

Day 7:  HOUSEBOAT > ALLEYPPEY

After breakfast you will be picked up from Alleppey boat jetty and transfer you to your hotel in Alleppey. Later you will be taken on a village tour and Toddy tapping experience, local alcoholic beverage made out of coconut. In the evening witness cultural folk songs.

Day 8:  FLIGHT TO MALDIVES

Today you will be dropped at the Cochin airport in time for your domestic flight to Maldives. In Maldives you will be picked up from the airport and transfer to the resort of your choice.

Day’s 9 to 12:  LEISURE BY THE BEACH AT MALDIVES

We have added 5 nights stay at a resort in Maldives to make you a two weeks holiday, alternatively you can add more nights or reduce the number of nights according to your budget.  Maldives is a small island nation in South Asia, located in the Arabian Sea of the Indian Ocean. It lies southwest of Sri Lanka and India,

Day 13:  DEPARTURE

Today you will be dropped at the airport for your return journey