Day 1: Cochin Arrival and Sightseeing Tour

Upon your arrival at the Cochin International Airport, you will be greeted by your tour representative who will transfer you to your hotel. After checking in, you will embark on a half-day sightseeing tour of Cochin. Your tour will include visits to Mattancherry Palace, Jewish Synagogue, St. Francis Church, and Chinese Fishing Nets. In the evening, you will be entertained by a traditional Kathakali dance show. You will spend the night in Cochin.

Day 2: Alleppey Backwater Day Cruise

After breakfast, you will drive to Alleppey, also known as Alappuzha. Here, you will board a traditional houseboat and embark on a day cruise through the scenic backwaters of Alleppey. During your leisurely cruise, you will pass by coconut groves, paddy fields, and villages, while enjoying lunch served on board the houseboat. In the evening, you will return to Cochin for an overnight stay.

Day 3: Kozhikode City Tour

After breakfast and check-out from your hotel, you will drive to Kozhikode, also known as Calicut, a historic city famous for its spice trade. On the way, you will visit Guruvayoor Temple and Mammiyur Mahadeva Temple, two of the most revered temples in Kerala dedicated to Lord Krishna. Later, you will visit Kappad Beach, where Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama landed in 1498. Upon your arrival in Kozhikode, you will check in to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 4: Mangalore City Tour

After breakfast and check-out from your hotel, you will drive to Mangalore, a coastal city known for its beautiful beaches, temples, and historic sites. Enroute, you will visit Thalassery Fort, St. Angelos Fort, and Bekal Fort. Upon your arrival in Mangalore, you will check in to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 5: Gokarna City Tour

After breakfast and check-out from your hotel, you will visit St. Aloysius Chapel and Lighthouse Hill in Mangalore. Then, you will drive to Gokarna, a popular beach town known for its pristine beaches and sacred temples. Enroute, you will visit the 13th-century Sri Krishna Temple in Udupi and Murdeshwar Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, along with a fort in Murdeshwar. Upon your arrival in Gokarna, you will check in to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 6: Goa City Tour

After breakfast, you will have time to explore the beaches of Gokarna at your own pace. Later, you will visit INS Chapal Warship Museum and Sadashivgad Fort before driving to Goa, a famous beach destination known for its sandy shores, nightlife, and Portuguese heritage. Upon your arrival in Goa, you will check in to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 7: Fontainhas Heritage Walk

After breakfast, you will embark on a city tour of Goa, visiting popular attractions such as the Basilica of Bom Jesus, Se Cathedral, Church of St. Francis of Assisi, and Panjim Market. In the afternoon, you will take a leisurely stroll through Fontainhas, the Latin Quarter of Panjim, known for its narrow winding streets, vibrant colorful houses, and distinct Portuguese architectural style. You will explore local markets, art galleries, and cafes in Fontainhas, learning about the unique cultural heritage of Goa. You will spend the night in Goa.

Day 8: Free Day in Goa

After breakfast, you will have a free day in Goa to relax and explore at your own pace. The options are endless - you can choose to spend the day lazing on the beach, indulging in water sports, or visiting the local markets for some shopping. If you're feeling adventurous, you could also explore the vibrant nightlife of Goa. If you're interested in taking part in some additional activities, optional excursions such as a spice plantation tour, dolphin watching tour, or a visit to the Dudhsagar Waterfalls can also be arranged upon request. You will spend the night in Goa.

Day 9: Goa Departure

After breakfast, you will check out from your hotel in Goa. Depending on your departure time, you may have some free time for last-minute shopping or leisure activities. Finally, you will be transferred to Goa International Airport for your onward journey, marking the end of your tour.

- Assistance on arrival at airport.

- 8 Nights' accommodation in selected price category hotels.

- Daily breakfast at hotels.

- Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.

- English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program.

- Monument entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.

- Bottled drinking water in car.

- Government taxes.

Hotels used or similar for 8 nights accommodation

Cochin x 2 nights
3* - The Dune Hotel/ Abad Plaza
4* - Casino Hotel/ The Avenue Regent
5* - Xandari Harbour/ Le Meridien

Kozhikode x 1 night
3* - Keys Hotel Malabar Gate/ Paramount Tower Hotel
4* - Malabar Palace/Copper Folia
5* - The Raviz Calicut/ The Gateway Hotel Beach Road Calicut

Mangalore x 1 night
3* - Resort River Roost Resorts/ Treebo Trend Pappilon Palace
4* - The Ocean Pearl/ Goldfinch Mangalore
5* - The Gateway Hotel Old Port Rd Mangalore

Gokarna x 1 night
3* - Red Earth Gokarna/Arthigamya Resort & Spa
4* - Kudle Beach View Resort & Spa/ Namaste Yoga Farm
5* - SwaSwara/ Kahani Paradise

Goa x 3 nights 
3* - Varca Le Palm/ Lambana Resort
4* - Lemon Tree Hotel Candolim/ The Chances Resort & Casino
5* - Zuri Varca Goa White Sand Resort & Casino/ Alila Diwa Goa

- Any flight tickets.

- Camera charges at monuments if any.

- Meals other than mentioned in the inclusions.

- Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc. 

- Gratuities and optional activities.

- Anything not mentioned in inclusions.