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Cochin to Madurai the Backwater, Tea Estate & Temple Tour

Kochi 8 days English Hotel pickup
from $1,831.00 per person · 8 days
Hotel pickup

Embark on an enchanting 8-day journey from Cochin to Madurai, traversing through the diverse landscapes of Kerala and Tamil Nadu. Begin your adventure in Cochin, exploring historic sites such as Fort Cochin, St. Frances Church, Jewish Synagogue, and the Mattancherry Dutch Palace. Witness a captivating Kathakali Dance Presentation in the evening.

Highlights

  • Embark on an enchanting 8-day journey from Cochin to Madurai, traversing through the diverse landscapes of Kerala and Tamil Nadu
  • Begin your adventure in Cochin, exploring historic sites such as Fort Cochin, St
  • Frances Church, Jewish Synagogue, and the Mattancherry Dutch Palace
  • Witness a captivating Kathakali Dance Presentation in the evening
  • Continue to Thekkady, where the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary offers boat safaris amidst diverse flora and fauna

What to expect

Glide through the serene backwaters of Alleppey on a traditional houseboat, experiencing the tranquility of palm-fringed canals and charming hamlets. Continue to Thekkady, where the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary offers boat safaris amidst diverse flora and fauna. Journey to the misty hills of Munnar, discovering tea estates, cattle villages, and breathtaking landscapes. The tour culminates in Madurai, renowned for the Meenakshi Sundareshwar Temple, Tiruparankundram Murugan Temple, and the historic Tirumal Nayak’s Palace. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry and scenic beauty of Southern India on this unforgettable expedition.

Ways to book it

Tour Price Without Hotels
8 days · We pick customers up · Private · Small group
from $1,831.00per person
Price with 3 star hotels
8 days · We pick customers up · Private · Small group
from $2,904.00per person
Price with 4 star hotels
8 days · We pick customers up · Private · Small group
from $3,534.00per person
Price with 5 star hotels
8 days · We pick customers up · Private · Small group
from $4,610.00per person

What's included

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Lunch
  • Assistance on arrival at the airport.
  • 7 Nights' accommodation (if option selected) in selected price category hotels.
  • Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.
  • English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per the program
  • Monument entrances and activity charges mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Bottled drinking water in the car.
  • Government taxes.
  • Camera charges at monuments if any.
  • Meals other than mentioned in inclusions.
  • Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet, etc.
  • Gratuities and optional activities.

Pickup

Pickup arranged by the operator; the exact place and time are confirmed after booking.

Know before you go

Not wheelchair accessible Not suitable for pets Infants must not sit on laps Infant seats unavailable Hotels are used or similar for 7 nights accommodations Cochin x 1 nights 3* - The Dune Hotel/ Abad Plaza 4* - Casino Hotel/ The Avenue Regent 5* - Xandari Harbour/ Le Meridien Alleppey x 1 night 3* - Deluxe Houseboat (ATDC Houseboat/ Dream Boats) 4* - Premium Houseboat (Abad Premium Houseboats/ Rainbow Premium Houseboats) 5* - Luxury Houseboat (Xandari Riverscapes/ Lakes & Lagoons) Pariyar (Thekkady) x 2 nights 3* - Abad Green Forest/ Hotel Treetop 4* - The Elephant Court/ Cardamom County 5* - Spice village/ Cardamom County Munnar x 2 nights 3* - Fort Munnar/ Abad Copper Castle 4* - Nature Zone Jungle Resort/ Fragrant Nature Munnar 5* - Chandys Windy Woods/ Tea County Madurai x 1 night 3* - Astoria by Sparsa/ Madurai’s Residency 4* - GRT Regency/ Fortune Pandiyan Hotel 5* - Heritage Madurai/ The Gateway Hotel Pasumalai This tour can begin in Kochi (Cochin) and end in Madurai, or it can be operated in the reverse direction, starting in Madurai and concluding in Kochi (Cochin), based on your preference. This tour can begin in Kochi (Cochin) or Madurai, based on your preference. As per your flight schedule, coordinated pickup will be arranged from Cochin International Airport (COK) or Madurai Airport (IXM). Pickup is also available from all hotels, residences, and other accommodations in Kochi (Cochin) or Madurai. A private chauffeur-driven air-conditioned vehicle will be provided for the entire tour. Travelers arriving at the airport will be welcomed and assisted by our office executive. Please provide your hotel or flight details at least 3 days before the tour. Office executive and driver contact details will be shared one day prior to the tour.

Cancellation

Non-refundable.

Questions people ask

How many days is the Kochi to Madurai tour?

It is an 8-day tour travelling from Kochi through Alleppey, Thekkady, Munnar and on to Madurai.

Can the tour start in Madurai instead of Kochi?

Yes, the tour can be run in reverse, starting in Madurai and ending in Kochi, based on preference.

Does the tour include a houseboat stay?

Yes, one night is spent on a traditional houseboat on the Alleppey backwaters.

What meals are included on the Kochi to Madurai tour?

Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included as specified in the itinerary, along with bottled drinking water in the car.

What temples are visited in Madurai?

The tour visits the Meenakshi Sundareshwar Temple and the Tiruparankundram Murugan Temple, as well as Tirumal Nayak's Palace.

Is this tour wheelchair accessible?

No, the tour is not wheelchair accessible and is not suitable for pets or infant seating on laps.

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