Kerala Culinary Short Tour

Duration:

04 Nights / 05 Days

Destination Covered:

Cochin-Periyar-Cochin

Reviews

  • India Real Heritage Destinations ! Our tour was well organized and amazing. It was very quick and easy to work with our tour manager Mr. Pragya Chandra. Travel docket was well prepared with all of the details and information we needed, plus recommendations and suggestions. Our driver Anil was excellent, especially in India’s busy streets! He was very pleasant, respectful and always on time. We would love to have him as our driver again. Jodi Parker and Family, United States of America, January 2015
  • A wonderful travel agency! My son and I had a wonderful trip along with a fantastic driver and guide. I appreciate the care and attention you had given us in coming up with our itinerary. Thank you so much for your all positive effort! John, New York, USA, January 2015
  • Rapid Golden Triangle I had a wonderful experience in Golden Triangle Tour of North India! Everything was pre plan according to my itinerary, taken care of and I still felt I had the freedom to do what I wanted. I got to see and do so much more than had I tried to do this trip solo. Excellent recommendations from my tour desirner who made us program adaptable to my wishes and price range. My driver was knowledgeable about each locations and gave great suggestions on activities for me (photography related) Echo Blum, United Kingdom, December 2014
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  • The trip was great! Everything worked very well The travel itself was well elaborated, the hotels were very well equilibration, from the more basic ones to the luxury resorts as the Dune or the Taj Malabar in Cochin. A very special experience was the trip on the boat (Spice Coast Cruises) -> simply great!
    Also a very big compliment for Shiva, our driver. He was someone we could fully rely upon
    As a summary we were extremely satisfied with the travel and the organization from Shanti Travel.
    Thank you very much for your support, give her our warm regards. Claudia Reinhardt, German, September 2014
  • Rajasthan Royal Fantastic “Very happy with the trip. Rohit Poddar, our Tour Designer was very efficient and thorough! Accommodation was great and we’d like to travel again with Crocus Travel.” Michael, UK, Rajasthan, August 2014
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Tour Description

Overview

Kerala is one of the most beautiful state in Southern part of India on the Malabar Coast which blessed with unique geographical features that have made it one of the most sought after tourist destinations in India. The state is blessed with natural beauty in the form of beaches, mountain ranges, wildlife, backwaters and lush green areas offer a breath taking view. The region offers a calm and soothing environment which makes it as a haven for nature, its refreshing climate refresh your soul and revive your body and mind.Apart from this Kerala is also renowned for various rich and exotic spices and herbs as well.

‘Kerala Culinary Short Tourwill give you the chance to explore thecolonial charm of Cochin along with that you will also explore the Periyar National Park’, surrounded with dense forest and grass lands. It is home of Indian tigers, elephants, lion tailed macaques, gaurs, deer, sambars apart from this 45 species of reptiles , 30 species of snakes, 13 lizard species. Thekkaddy offers a calm and soothing environment which makes it as a haven for nature and wildlife lovers. It is the place where you can understand the real essence of wildlife along with the refreshing climate to revive your, you will enjoy the boat cruise at Periyar lake. Dering the tour you will also introduced to the regional spices used in Kerala along with that you will also learn that how to cook using fresh spices.The duration of the tour is 04 nights and 05 days covering the places such as Cochin and Periyar.

Itinerary

Day 1 :  Arrival in Cochin (Kochi)

Upon arrive in Cochin airport, meet our representative, after welcome, and proceed to the hotel.
Kochi is one of the most important city of Kerala which is also known as Cochin Located on the south-west coast in Kerala which is also known as the Gateway to Kerala, situated on the Arabian Sea. Kochi is one of the most beautiful city of the state of Kerala.

Explore the major market area where you can shop for excusive quality of nuts, spices. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 2 :  Cochin Sightseeing

Today after having breakfast, embark for the city tour. During the city tour you will visit some of the most tourist attractions of Cochin. Visit Jewish Synagogue which was constructed in 1568. Then visit St. Francis Church which was constructed in 1503. This church was built on the place where Vasco da Gama (the explorer) was buried, it is the oldest European cathedral in India.

Later visit the Dutch Palace, it is also known as Mattancherry Palace. . In 1557 the church of the palace was constructed by Portuguese, later it was passed to the Dutch during the pre-British period. A temple is also located in the courtyard. The major highlights of the palace is on the murals walls of the rooms of palace. Also explore the Chinese nets too. In the evening, enjoy the Kathakali dance performance. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 3 :  Cochin - Periyar(By Road - 162 kilometres) Sightseeing

Today after having an early breakfast, leave by road towards Periyar National Park in Thekkady. Periyar National Park’, which is the most popular tourist destination of Kerala.

Upon arrival at Periyar, check in to the resort, after freshen up explore the sanctuary which is surrounded with dense forest and grass lands. It is home of Indian tigers, elephants, lion tailed macaques, gaurs, deer, sambars apart from this 45 species of reptiles , 30 species of snakes, 13 lizard species. Thekkaddy offers a calm and soothing environment which makes it as a haven for nature and wildlife lovers. It is the place where you can understand the real essence of wildlife along with the refreshing climate to revive your mind and body. Enjoy the boat cruise on Periyar Lake.

Overnight stay at the resort.

Day 4 :  Periyar

After having breakfast, today you will be introduced to the regional spices used in Kerala along with that you will also learn that how to cook using fresh spices. Rest day is free at leisure. Explore the surroundings at your own

Day 5 :  Periyar - Cochin (By Road - 162 kilometres)

Today is the last day of the tour, after breakfast, get transferred to Cochin railway station or the airport to board a flight or train for your onward journey. We hope you have enjoyed your trip and look forward to organizing your next tour with us.

Tour Highlights

Tour Highlights

Tour Highlights

  1. Visit tothe sssspice market of Cochin.
  2. Attend cooking demonstrations to make the seafood.
  3. Enjoy the boat safari at Pariyar.
  4. Explore the Pariyar National Park.
  5. Introduction and usage of the regional spices of Cochin.
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