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India • Kerala • Colours and culture tour

A world apart
From the lazy vistas of the Backwaters to the cool heights of the Western Ghats, Kerala is a feast for the senses. No-one leaves this maritime paradise unmoved – the combination of tropical sun, soft ocean breezes, rich scents and bright colours will seduce the most experienced traveller.

Some of our days

Arrival day

Transfer from Cochin airport to our first hotel in The Backwaters region.

The Backwaters

A four-night stay with three days spent capturing the varied and colourful waterside locations.

Periyar Tiger Reserve

A four-night stay with one day recording the local town, and another, life along the river. A free day is included with one option being a trek in the Tiger Reserve.

Shop in Kerala

The Western Ghats

A three-night stay in the hill-station of Munnar. At 1,500 metres, this vibrant small town is set amidst the lush, green tea gardens that contour the landscape.

Fort Cochin

A two-night stay on the ancient headland that separates The Backwaters from the Indian Ocean. This old Europeans ettlement with its many wonderful old buildings reminds us of its colonial past. A wonderful old synagogue, spectacular Chinese fishing nets and the burial place of Vasco de Gama are a few of the fascinating features. Good shopping.

Departure day

A short transfer from our hotel to Cochin airport.

Note: This is a selection of the many options available. Weather conditions, group interests and the tutor will influence the final itinerary.
Dates and prices
21 Nov 2010 14 nights £2,495
Availability: Limited
Level: All levels Single Supp: £429
Flights Included. See below for details
29 Jan 2011 14 nights £2,585
Availability: Some
Level: All levels Single Supp: £429
Flights Included. See full details below
18 Nov 2011 14 nights £2,685
Availability: Some
Level: All levels Single Supp: £455
Flights included. Please see below for details
What's included
Return flights from Heathrow
13 nights' full board, en suite, in charming, high-quality hotels
Air conditioned vehicles throughout
Minimum of 8 full tutored days
Support of additional tour guide
Visits to tea and coir producers
Half-day boat tour
Exclusively designed in conjunction with local suppliers
Luxury flights
Trans-continental flights are long so we have selected the luxury of Emirates airlines with their convenient flight times, good leg-room, superb food & free drinks.
Travel & accommodation
Where we stay
Underfoot
Mostly stony paths and tracks.