Kerala Curry and Culture Tour

Destinations  Covered:  Cochin - Periyar – Mararikulam - Cochin

Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights

Day 01: Arrive Cochin

On arrival in Cochin, you will be met by our representative and transferred to the hotel you are booked in.

Known as the “Queen of the Arabian Sea”, Cochin is a must visit destination in Kerala. This port city also boasts of many tourist attractions like the Jewish Synagogue, St. Francis Church, Dutch Palace and the Chinese Fishing Nets.

As part of the Kerala Curry and Culture tour, enjoy a Harbour Cruise in the evening.

Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 02: Cochin

Enjoy a tour to the Spice and Fish market in Cochin after breakfast.

In the afternoon, attend an introductory class on Indian cooking. This will be followed by a demonstration on how to prepare Indian dishes. You will also be able to try your hand at some cooking yourself.

Return for an overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 03: Cochin to Periyar

Drive to Periyar after breakfast.

Characterized by lush green tea gardens, winding roads, rubber estates and tea plantations, Periyar simply fascinates its visitors.

Check in at the Spice Village resort on arrival in Periyar.

Late in the afternoon, indulge in a boat safari on the Periyar Lake. On return, enjoy a live demonstration on usage of traditional spices in cooking.

Overnight at the resort.

Day 04: Periyar

Take a guided walking tour around the Spice Village after breakfast.

Get to know more about spices and the traditional ways they are used in. Also learn to cook some simple but delicious Kerala dishes using traditional spices.

Overnight at the resort.

Day 05: Periyar to Kumarakom

Drive to Kumarakom after breakfast.

Situated on the bank of the Vembanand Lake, Kumarakom is hailed as one of the most beautiful towns in Kerala. With its tranquil backwaters, lush green environs and friendly locals, Kumarakom is indeed a welcome break from the hustle and bustle of life.

Check in at a resort on arrival in Kumarakom.

Attend a demonstration on “conquering the coconut”. A sunset cruise on a rice boat is another activity lined out for the day.

Stay overnight at the resort.

Day 06: Kumarakom

Set out to explore Kumarakom after breakfast.

Enjoy a boat cruise to a farm during which you can watch the locals fishing or going about their day-to-day tasks. Around mid-afternoon, get some useful lessons on preparing Kerala seafood items.

Stay overnight at the resort.

Day 07: Kumarakom to Mararikulam

Enjoy a sumptuous breakfast before cruising across the Vembanand Lake to Puthenangadi. Later, drive to the Marari Beach and check in at a beach resort. Spend the remaining part of the day at leisure.

Overnight at the beach resort.

Day 08: Mararikulam to Cochin departure

Drive to the airport where we will assist you with all the check in formalities.

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