Kerala's culture and traditions, coupled with its varied demographics, have made the state one of the most popular tourist destinations in India. In 2012, National Geographic's Traveller magazine named Kerala as one of the "ten paradises of the world" and "50 must see destinations of a lifetime".Travel and Leisure also described Kerala as "One of the 100 great trips for the 21st century". In 2012, it overtook the Taj Maha. Kerala's beaches, backwaters, lakes, mountain ranges, waterfalls, ancient ports, palaces, religious institutions and wildlife sanctuaries are major attractions for both domestic and international tourists.
Kerala is known for its ecotourism initiatives which include mountaineering, trekking and bird-watching programmes in the Western Ghats as the major activities. As of 2005, the state's tourism industry was a major contributor to the state's economy, growing at the rate of 13.31%. The revenue from tourism increased five-fold between 2001 and 2011 and crossed the ₹ 190 billion mark in 2011. Moreover, the industry provides employment to approximately 1.2 million people.
Group size: | 1-30 Pax per vehicle | Max-Altitude: | Approx. 2000 meters |
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Country: | Nepal | Fitness level: | Not required except on Trekking |
Arrival on: | Kathmandu, Nepal | Departure from: | Kathmandu, Nepal |
Meals: | Breakfast on all properties | Accomodation: | Hotel accommodation on all location |
On arrival at the airport you are transferred to your hotel. In the morning you have a half-day tour of Cochin City where you will visit the Bolghatty Palace, Chinese Fishing Nets, Dutch Palace, Fort Kochi beach, Jewish Synagogue. Overnight at Hotel
In the morning you will drive to Munnar and check into your hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight at Hotel
After breakfast half-day tour of Munnar. Enjoy beautiful landscapes and cool pleasant atmosphere. Besides tea and other plantations, the old-world charm of Colonial establishments attracts visitors to this place all the year round. Pothamedu is known for its plantation business apart from trekking and hiking options amidst sylvan surroundings. Rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight at Hotel
After breakfast you will drive to Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary and check into your hotel. In the afternoon you can enjoy a boat ride on Lake Periyar to view the wildlife there. Overnight at Hotel
In the morning is a full day excursion to Kailasam for mild trekking and visit to spice plantations. Overnight at Hotel
In the morning you will drive back to Cochin and check into your hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight at Hotel
After breakfast you will be provided drop to the Cochin airport to connect the flight for the onward journey.
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