Kerala on the south-west coast of India is an ideal destination for walking and trekking holidays.
An equable climate, a long shoreline with serene beaches, tranquil stretches of emerald backwaters, lush hill stations and exotic wildlife, waterfalls, sprawling plantations and paddy fields, Ayurvedic treatments, enchanting art forms, magical festivals, historic and cultural monuments, an exotic cuisine... all of which offer you a unique experience.
In this walking holiday of Kerala, enjoy heritage walk in Kochi, bird-watching walk in Thattekkad, soft treks in the Western Ghats, spice plantation walk in Thekkady, nature walk in Periyar and country walk in Kumarakom.
Per person on twin share: US$ 1575
(We offer discount if more than 2 people traveling together)
Guided with support vehicle
Daily for minimum 2 people in JAN to APR | SEP to DEC
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Arrive in Kochi. On arrival, you will be met at the airport and taken to your hotel. If Kerala is India's most beautiful state, which many believe, then the lovely port of Kochi is its jewel..
Explore Fort Cochin in a walking tour today. The highlight of today’s walking tour will be the St. Francis Church and Chinese Fishing Nets. After the walking tour you will be taken to visit the Jewish Synagogue and Mattancherry Palace. Walking 2-3 hours
This morning we drive to Thattekkad Bird Sanctuary. In the afternoon, enjoy a walking tour of the bird sanctuary. Located on the northern bank of the Periyar River, the sanctuary has a rich and varied birdlife. Walking 2-3 hours.
Post breakfast, we drive to Munnar. After lunch we will walk through a tea plantation and see tea pickers going about their job. Walking 2-3 hours.
After breakfast this morning we head for an invogarating trek through the majestic Western Ghats. Many tribal colonies here farm spices such as cardamom and pepper, which grow abundantly in this salubrious climate. Walking 4-6 hours.
Enjoy another day walk in the Western Ghats. Today's route will be customized by your guide as per the conditions on ground that day as well as your interest level. Walking 4-6 hours.
Today we drive to Thekkady. Later in the afternoon we will go for a spice plantation walk. Accompanied by a guide, explore the plantations of cardamom, nutmeg, vanilla, pepper, coffee and other spices. Walking 2-3 hours
Today we head to Periyar Wildlife Reserve for a nature walk. This will be an interpretive program offering excellent opportunity to watch birds, butterflies and other wildlife. Afternoon will be free. Walking 3-4 hours
Today we drive to Kumarakom. In the afternoon, enjoy a walking tour in Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary which is set in the Kerala Backwaters and is a favourite haunt of migratory birds. Walking 2-3 hours
This morning you will be driven to Cochin airport (2.5 hour) for your onward flight. If you need pre / post tours to other parts of the country, please write to us and we will be happy to assist.
For booking or other queries, please write to us at: contact@periplustravel.com
The best time to visit this region is between January to mid-April and mid-September to December.
High levels of fitness are not required to do this tour. You can set your own pace making the walk 'easy' or 'moderate'. However, you need to be in general good health and comfortable walking in hilly terrain.
Essentials in your bag - Strong sunscreen, sunglasses, lip-balm, insect repellent, personal medication and a hat to ward off the high daytime UV.
A SUPPLEMENT, AS CHARGED BY HOTELS, WILL BE APPLICABLE ON TOURS BETWEEN DEC 20 TO JAN 10
ABOVE PRICES ARE VALID TILL APRIL 30, 2025
+ Accommodation on twin-share basis in good quality hotels
+ 9 Breakfast, 3 Lunch
+ All transport arrangements as per itinerary
+ Local guides as per the itinerary
+ All entry fee
+ All currently applicable taxes
- Items of personal nature like tips, laundry, telephone calls, drinks, etc
- Any other meals than those mentioned above
- Internal or International airfare
- Any insurance coverage
- Camera charges at monuments
- Any extra expenses incurred for reasons beyond our control such as emergency evacuation, natural calamity, etc
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