Whispers of Malabar: Offbeat Kerala Unveiled
Tour Overview:
- Duration 10 Nights / 11 Days
- Theme Offbeat Heritage | Forts | Folk Art | Rural Culture | Architecture
- Photography Palaces, war memorials, temples, stepwells, cenotaphs, villages
- Accommodation 3*plus-4-star boutique hotels & heritage stays
- Meals: Breakfast at hotels as per itinerary. Lunches and dinners on own unless included
- Start Point: Kochi
- Finish at : Kochi
Day Wise Itinerary
Day 01 - Kochi Arrival
Experiences:
- Explore colonial lanes, Jewish Synagogue, Dutch Palace, and Chinese Fishing Nets at sunset.
- Kathakali backstage performance and makeup session (great photography opportunity).
Day 02 - Muziris Heritage Region (Paravur & Kodungallur)
Experiences:
- Visit the ancient port town of Muziris.
- Explore Paliam Palace, old Jewish settlements, and early Christian churches.
- Sunset photography at Cherai Beach.
Day 03-04 - Kumbalangi & Kakkathuruthu Island Stay
Experiences:
- Canoe rides in mangrove canals, crab farming demo, toddy tapping.
- Evening visit to Kakkathuruthu ("Island of Crows") for golden hour backwater photography.
Day 05 - Aranmula – Rituals, Mirrors & Craft
Experiences:
- Witness the making of the famous Aranmula Kannadi (metal mirror).
- Traditional wooden boat studio and temple rituals.
- Visit Vijnana Kala Vedi Cultural Centre
Day 06-07 - Konni & Gavi Fringe Stay
Experiences:
- Elephant camp at Konni, learn about elephant rehabilitation.
- Spice plantation visit, cardamom and pepper photography.
- Stay on the fringe of Gavi Forest (no trekking, just photography and nature walks).
Day 08-09 Kuttanad – The Rice Bowl of Kerala
Experiences:
- Explore scenic paddy fields below sea level.
- Canoe through narrow backwater alleys.
- Visit Champakulam Church and local coir factory
Day 10 - Mararikulam – Serene Beach & Departure
Experiences:
- Relax at the uncrowded beach of Marari.
- Village walk, beach photography, and weaving center visit.
Day 11 - Mararikulum – Kochi Departure
Drop at Kochi Airport / Railway station for departure.
Inclusions:
- Accommodation
- Pick up and drop from/ to airport / railway station. There will be ONLY one common pick up from Airport and/ or Railway station and one common drop off transfer.
- All transfers / transport by AC coach / bus / car as required for above itinerary
- Meal plan as mentioned in the itinerary
Exclusions:
- Air fare/ Railway fare
- Optional tours
- Porterage, Laundry bills, Camera fees & other incidental charges
- Anything that is not mentioned in the inclusions part.