Classic Kerala, 8 nights from R15 850 pps - land only

With golden beaches, breezy hill towns, and sleepy backwaters, Kerala is India at its most laid-back. On our Classic Kerala tours, we’ll uncover the best of this southwestern state, from its tea and spice plantations to its cultural cities (where you’ll find ancient temples and reminders of the area’s colonial heritage).

Return airport transfers Two nights' accommodation in a superior room at Casino Hotel/Starlit Suites in Cochin Two nights' accommodation in a superior room at Silver Tips in Munnar One night's accommodation in a superior room at Elephant Court in Periyar One night's accommodation in a deluxe one-bedroom onboard a houseboat in Alleppey on a full-board basis Two nights' accommodation at Lakesong Resort in Kumarakom Daily breakfast Transport by road and houseboat Half-day sightseeing of Cochin Full-day sightseeing of Munnar Evening boat ride on Lake Periyar Backwater cruise onboard a Houseboat in Alleppey Day at leisure in Kumarakom Itinerary: - Day 1: Arrive in Cochin (meet and assist on arrival and transfer to hotel) - Day 2: Cochin - Day 3: Cochin to Munnar - Day 4: Munnar - Day 5: Munnar - Periyar - Day 6: Periyar - Alleppey - Day 7: Alleppey to Kumarakom (by houseboat) - Day 8: Kumarakom - Day 9: Kumarakom - Cochin

** Excludes flights, visas, travel insurance, entrance fees at monuments (USD16 per person), meals and drinks not specified, and anything of a personal nature not mentioned above. Prices start from the advertised price and are based on a per-person rate, sharing a double room unless otherwise stated. Advanced purchases, peak season surcharges, block-out periods, and minimum stay conditions may apply. Prices are subject to change due to airfare increases, currency fluctuations, and availability. Terms and Conditions apply.