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Kerala Backpacking (11 Feb – 15 Feb)

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Duration

4 Nights & 5 Days

Tour Type

Specific Tour

Group Size

12 people

Languages

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Overview

Kerala with like-minded strangers across India ! While covering , Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey, Varkala, Trivandrum and essential Places like Jatayu Earth center, Kolukkumalai peak, Padmanabhaswamy Temple. It’s not just about the places but variations in culture, cuisines, rituals followed by the people, and more

It is all about the Malayali People, South Indian Food, Kathakali, Tea Gardens, Backwaters, Sunsets and Sunrise, Witnessing Local People and their life-lessons, stories and their journey. We are a people-first and experience-first community. An adventure, to travel with a family of like-minded travellers, awaits you.

Get your backpacks ready because GIC is taking you on an epic road trip to the backwater gems and evergreen hill stations of Kerala.

On this expertly curated 4N/5D Journey glide through a languid network of Backwaters of Alleppey, tea covered hills of Munnar, and the palm-shaded beaches of Varkala, along with a cultural amble at Kochi. This all-inclusive trip covers transportation, stay at incredible locations, and wholesome meals, with only 12 like-minded travellers per batch.

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Things to Pack

Day backpack (20 – 30 Ltrs): When you are on a local sightseeing tour, you are required to carry only a few necessary items and for that, you need a day backpack as you will leave your bigger one at your designated stay.

Floaters or Sandals: When you are spending your day at leisure, a good pair of sandals and floaters will help you to move freely.

1 Down Jacket / Main Jacket: It’s emphasized that you need to carry proper layers so you can avoid getting cold which is why you need to carry an insulated jacket that you can put on over your other clothes.

1 Pair of Thermal: Thermal is a piece of garment that helps in keeping your body warm in cold temperatures. It is a necessary item that you need when traveling to cold regions.

Outdoor Shoes: A comfortable shoe is required when traveling outdoors, especially in the mountains. They shouldn’t be chunky, instead, they should be lightweight and sturdy.

3 Quick Dry Tees: You must keep at least three pairs of quick dry tees so that you can wash them in between stops for proper hygiene.

3 Pair of Cotton Socks: Cotton socks are extremely comfortable to move around in and are lightweight as well which is why you can always count on a good pair of cotton socks while trekking. However, keep in mind to change them and avoid wearing them when they are wet.

1 Pair of Woolen Socks: A good pair of woolen socks, especially merino, are comfortable, limit odors and provide adequate insulation from the cold so you can wear them at night.

1 Poncho: A poncho is an evolved form of a raincoat that provides coverage to your body as well as your bag and ensures total water protection from the rain.

Quick-dry towel: A quick-dry towel will help in maintaining proper hygiene. It must dry quickly because the wet fabric will only increase the chance of bacterial growth.

Gloves: Insulated gloves help in maintaining proper body heat in your hands.

Sanitizer: Prevent the risk of infections and maintain proper hand hygiene by making sure you carry a hand sanitizer.

Sun Cap: A lightweight sun cap with side flaps is perfect to keep your head cool and avoid sunburns on a sunny day.

Lip Balm: Your lips can become chapped due to the harsh cold winds so it's important to keep them moisturized.

Cold Cream & Sun Screen : To avoid sunburns and chafing, you need to put on sunscreen as well as cold cream.

Water Bottle 1 Lt.: Hydration is extremely important when it comes to traveling To carry a water bottle that you can refill with Himalayan water is a must.

Bag for all your Toiletries: A bag with all your essentials including napkins, toothpaste, sanitizers, paper soap, etc should be carried in a ziplock bag.

Personal Basic Medical Kit: Carrying a medical kit with bandages, Dettol, and medication for headaches, nausea, etc is necessary.

Sunglasses / People who use spectacles (Use Photochromic glasses instead of contact lenses): Photochromatic glasses are specs that are designed to transform into anti-glare shades depending upon exposure to the sun. They are good when it comes to eye protection but one can also opt for clip-on glasses etc.

Mobile charger / Power bank: Although you'll get electricity at most places, it is always advisable to carry a charged power bank in case of emergencies.

Documents: Identification proofs like Aadhar Card, and driver's License.

Travel Laundry Bag: In case your clothes get wet or your garments don’t dry, you can carry them in the bag and keep them separate from your dry clothes.

Camera: This should be obvious. To make sure that you get to capture all the great moments from your trip.

 

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Highlights

  • Experience tropical Wonderland Kerala.
  • Discover offbeat and world's highest tea plantations - Kolukkumalai Peak.
  • Explore Munroe island a hidden gem in the Backwaters of Kerala.
  • Beach destination Varkala.

Day 1: Kochi - Munnar (11 Feb)

• Today morning meet our trip captain at Kochi Railway Station or Airport.

• After meeting and brief introduction with trip captain and other fellow travelers, we will commence our journey towards Munnar.

• En route, visit Cheeyappara & Valara Waterfalls on the way to Munnar.

• Reach Munnar, check in to the hotel, and enjoy some leisure time.

• Dinner and Overnight stay in Munnar hotel.

Day 2 :- Munnar Sightseeing (12 Feb)

• After breakfast, we will explore Tea estates.

Visit - Rose Garden, Photo Point, Eco Point, Mattupetty Dam, and Chinnakanal Viewpoint.

• Later, visit KDHP Tea Tasting, Tea Museum & Eravikulam National Park (Note that this will be open in April).

• Dinner and Overnight stay in Munnar hotel.

Day 3 :- Munnar to Alleppey (13 Feb)

• After breakfast, check out from the hotel & drive towards Alleppey, also known as the ‘Backwater Capital of Kerala’.

• Upon arriving at this backwater destination, you will be checked into an exciting houseboat.

• Freshen up and make use of the heartwarming facilities and amenities during your stay.

• Afterward, cruise through the backwaters, discovering the beauty of the narrow canals, lush paddy fields, coconut lagoons, and Coir villages.

• Overnight stay in Alleppey Houseboat.

Day 4 :- Alleppey to Varkala (14 Feb)

• After breakfast, check-out from the Houseboat and drive towards Varkala which is one of the most Gorgeous Beach destinations in God’s Own Country.

• En route, explore Munroe Islands, which is an archipelago of eight tiny islands. Here, you can try Kayaking or Canoeing at the backwaters.

• In Varkala explore the ultimate beach activities like all types of Water Sports.

• Also visit - Varkala Cultural Centre, LightHouse, Varkala Beach.

• Spend some time at Virgin Beach Papanasam and thereafter visit the Sivagiri Memorial of Late Sri Narayana Guru and Janardhana Swami Temple.

• Overnight stay in Varkala hotel

Day 5 :- Varkala to Trivandrum (15 Feb)

• Early morning, have a healthy breakfast and check out from the hotel.

• Drive to Trivandrum, visit :- Shree Padmanabhaswamy Temple.

• Afterwards the will drop you at Railway Station / Airport Trivandrum.

board our respective trains to reach our Home Cities.

• Trip ends here with beautiful Memories 😍. We know of our Travelers reunions that happen occasionally in different parts of the country.

  • 4 Nights Accommodation (2 N Munnar Hotel, 1 N Thekkady Hotel and 1 N Houseboat)
  • Meals (4 Breakfasts, 4 Dinners & 1 Lunch)
  • Transportation and All Sightseeing by Tempo Traveler or SUV.
  • All sightseeing as mentioned in the Itinerary.
  • Experienced trip captain throughout the trip.
  • All permits, taxes, parking, driver allowance.
  • 24×7 assistance.
  • 5 % GST
  • Any other expense not mentioned in the inclusion column.
  • Any personal Expenses / Adventure activities
  • Anything not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Any Meals / Drinks other than Inclusion'
  • Any cost involved due to any kind of natural calamity, forced circumstances, which are out of our control.
  • Any Entry Tickets while sightseeing of any forts, museum, cultural shows, gardens, Safaris
  • Any adventure activities , boating and other activities not mentioned in the itinerary.

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Member Since 2022

Information Contact

Email

info@ghumoindiacommunity.com

Website

https://www.ghumoindiacommunity.com/

Phone

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