Itinerary - 2N Cochin, 2N Thekaddy, 2N Kumarakom
Day 01: Arrive Cochin
Arrive Cochin and transfer to Coconut Lagoon. Sunset cruise on a Rice Boat .
Dinner and overnight Coconut Lagoon.Kochi
Day 02: Cochin
After breakfast, stroll through the local spice and fish markets in Fort Cochin area visit St. Francis Church, Dutch Palace and Jewish Synagogue and back to Hotel Casino for an introduction to Indian and Keralan cuisine, followed by cooking demonstration with an emphasis on seafood. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 03: Cochin - Thekkady
This day you will proceed to Periyar that's lying in the lap of picturesque cardamom hills of Kerala, On arrival at Thekkady check-in at hotel. Afternoon enjoy boat safari on the Periyar lake to see wildlife later return to the hotel for a live cooking demonstration using fresh spices from the surrounding forest. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 04: Thekkady
Your hotel staff will introduce you to the various spices that are grown in this region in their natural habitat, while taking you on walking tour of Spice Village. Later you will have a lesson on cooking with the spices by your resort chef, so you can take home few tips on Keralan cooking with spices. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 05: Thekkady - Kumarakom
After breakfast drive to Kumarakom - a matchless backwater destination of Kerala located on the banks of Vembanad Lake. On arrival at Kumarakom check-in at hotel. Demo of Indian cuisine in the hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 06: Kumarakom
Demo of breakfast, Lunch and Dinner at hotel. Rest of the day free for your own activity. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 07: Kumarakom - Cochin Drop
After breakfast drive to Cochin. On arrival at Cochin transfer to Airport for your onward destination.
Trip Ends With Sweet Memories !!!
Hotel Details -
Standard Package -
Cochin Hotel Excellency or Similar
Thekkady Periyar Nest Resort Thekkady or Similar
Kumarakom Meenakshi River Villa or Similar
Deluxe Package -
Cochin Ima House or Similar
Thekkady Hotel Thekkady Woods or Similar
Kumarakom Lilly Ribera or Similar
Premium Package -
Cochin Travancore Court or Similar
Thekkady Hotel Periyar Meadows or Similar
Kumarakom Pearlspot Resort or Similar
Inclusions :
- Accommodation at the mentioned hotels or similar on twin sharing basis with breakfast
- (depending on the availability )
- A/c vehicle for transfers & sightseeing. (ac will not run in hill area)
- All Permit fees and hotel taxes (as per itinerary)
- Toll, Parking, driver’s Bata, road tax & fuel charges.
- Pick up From Airport/ Railway Station
- Drop at Airport/ Railway Station
Exclusions :
- Personal Expenses such as Laundry, telephone calls, tips & gratuity, mineral water, soft & hard drinks, porterage.
- Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in the itinerary.
- Guide charges, Tips, Entry Fees & Camera Charges if any
- Porterage At Hotels And Airports, Laundry, Liquors, Wine,Room Heater Charges Etc
- Any cost arising due to natural calamities like cyclone, road blockage, political disturbances (strikes), etc (to be borne by the client and directly payable on the spot).
- Early check-in and Late check-out charges are not included in the above cost. Standard Check-in time : 1400 hrs. / Standard Check-out time: 1100 hrs.
- Costs does not include any type of Surcharges if any and will be charged if applicable (Eg. Gala Dinner , Festive Season Charges, Long weekend etc.)
- Room upgrades and freebies from the hotel
- Anything which is not included is excluded
Payment Policy :
- Booking amount required 100% amount of Flight Tickets & 50% amount of Land Package
- Rest 50% payment should be done before 20 days of your departure
Cancellation Policy :
- Cancellation charge of 25% of total amount on package ( except Flight )per person is applicable any time after the booking is confirmed.
- No refund, if cancellation is received less than 10 days before arrival.
- 50% of the total package amount is applicable, if cancellation is received between 11 - 20 days before arrival.
- 25% of the total package amount is applicable, if cancellation is received between 21 - 30 days before arrival.
- During COVID or any other pandemic situation the cancellation charges will be on sole discretion of the management and it will be decided on case to case basis.
- In case of unforeseen weather conditions or government restrictions, certain activities may be cancelled and in such cases the
- operator will try his best to provide an alternate feasible activity. However no refund will be provided for the same.
- Cancellation Policy for Air Ticket depends on the Airlines policy
Terms & Conditions :
- Kindly note hotels are not equipped to provide Indian items in their breakfast and they would try the same.
- In case any guest requires Indian Items during the breakfast there would be additional charges applicable.
- Strictly NO Refund for any un-utilized services once booking is confirmed.
- The above quote is strictly subject to availability of rooms at the time of booking.
- The quote is strictly applicable as mentioned above and changes will attract a deviation in the costs.
- This is only a quotation. We are not blocked/booked/holding any rooms/ restaurants and will be subject to availability at the time of booking, so rate can not be guaranteed with a late confirmation.
- In case there is an increase or decrease in the number of pax there would be a change in the costs.
- Remittance charges of USD 30 would be applicable per transaction.
- ROE would be charged as per the prevailing ROE on the day of making payments.
- Supplement cost will require for arrival/departure transfer between 2200 hrs. - 0700 hrs.(Odd Hours of the Day)
- We strongly recommend to all our travellers to purchase the Overseas Travel Insurance Policy on their own before travel.
- This would help and protect from incurring any loss of personal belongings or in case of any personal illness on tour or any kind of accident.
- In case the Group is travelling with more than normal luggage then additional charges will apply for extra Van
- All water activities , adventure activities are subject to weather conditions
- Meal plan: EP - Accommodation only, CP - Accommodation with breakfast, MAP - Accommodation with breakfast, lunch or dinner, AP -
- Accommodation with breakfast, lunch & dinner
- GST of 5.00 % will be charged on the Total Invoice, if you make the payment in India.
- Its mandatory that we should receive guest’s Pan Card & Passport Copy for further booking process.
- The travel company reserves the right to change/modify or terminate the offer anytime at its own discretion and without any prior notice.
About The Tour:
Cooking in the famous destinations of Kerala like Thekkady, Kumarakom and Cochin is all about Spices, herbs and aromas. Culinary tour is even more interesting when besides cookery delights you get to experience the mores, culture and its historical significance. Our culinary packages will let you experience the spirit of the locals and its culture with oodles of gastronomic choices. So come and experience the flavors of India by taking the most attractive culinary tour package from us.
Seasons :-
Rainy season - June to September
Winter Season - October to February
Summer season - February to May
Currency: –
Indian Rupee
Language: –
Hindi / English / Malayalam
Things to carry :
- Flight /Train tickets , Passport and Aadhar Card as ID Proof , Photos , Double Vaccination Certificate
- Keep some cash as ATM is not available at all the places
- Required Medicines
- Few Skin Care Products like sunscreen, moisturizer, lip balm
- Goggles , Umbrella , swimsuit , thermals or woollens as per requirement of location
- Good quality foot wear (Shoes , flip flop , beach slippers etc.) as per requirement of location
- SIM Card which has range to location you are travelling
- Chargers for charging your electronic gadgets , Power Bank
- Small First Aid Kit
- Mosquito Repellents
- Extra Pairs of Inner Wear and Empty Travelling Bags
- Torch
- Few Packed Snacks, Pickles , Chutneys etc.