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14 Days – Kerala Yoga & Meditation Retreat
13 Nights / 14 Days
Cochin – Thekkady – Kumarakom –
Marari – Cochin
Tour Overview
This 14-day Kerala Yoga Retreat blends mindful healing, curated wellness rituals, and meaningful connections with nature. From the heritage streets of Cochin to the spice-laden hills of Thekkady, the backwaters of Kumarakom, and the serene beaches of Marari, this journey encourages deep relaxation and gentle rejuvenation.
Tour Highlights:
- Daily morning & evening yoga and meditation sessions.
- Ayurveda consultations with certified doctors.
- Spice plantation & tribal village visits in Thekkady.
- Sunset cruise on Kerala Backwaters.
- Birdwatching walk with a naturalist in Kumarakom.
- Culinary workshops, plantation lunch & farm-to-table dining.
- Relaxation days at Marari Beach with traditional seafood dining.
- Ethnic heritage walk in Old Cochin including Synagogue & Dutch Palace.
Detailed Itinerary
Arrive at Cochin International Airport and transfer to Fort Kochi. Explore Princess Street, colonial lanes, the famous Chinese Fishing Nets, and visit the historic St. Francis Church and Santa Cruz Basilica. Enjoy an evening Kathakali performance before retiring to your hotel.
Overnight stay in Cochin.
Drive toward Thekkady through scenic plantations and rolling hills. Check in to your nature retreat and enjoy an evening yoga session. The rustic cottages surrounded by spice gardens create the perfect wellness atmosphere.
Overnight stay in Thekkady.
Begin with yoga, followed by an Ayurveda introduction session. Visit Kovilmala to meet the Mannan tribal community, enjoy a traditional lunch, explore spice gardens and end the day with a tribal “Koothu” performance.
Overnight stay in Thekkady.
Start with a yoga session and breakfast. Visit the famous Cardamom Hills, then embark on a guided jungle trek in Periyar Tiger Reserve—spot birds, deer and elephants. Later enjoy a cooking class with the resort’s master chef.
Overnight stay in Thekkady.
Travel to Kumarakom. Enjoy plantation lunch en route and continue to your lakeside retreat. Explore the peaceful surroundings or relax by the water.
Overnight stay in Kumarakom.
Enjoy a guided birdwatching walk followed by yoga and breakfast. Spend your day relaxing before a sunset cruise across the Kerala backwaters on a traditional wooden vessel.
Overnight stay in Kumarakom.
Experience Kerala’s ancient martial art, Kalaripayattu. Spend time learning techniques, followed by yoga and Ayurvedic massage options. In the afternoon, join a backwater cooking class.
Overnight stay in Kumarakom.
Practice yoga before visiting Aymanam village. Enjoy a canoe ride through narrow canals, experience rural Kerala life and end the day with a cultural Kathakali performance.
Overnight stay in Kumarakom.
Drive to Marari Beach. Check in, enjoy lunch, and relax by the sea or explore resort activities including farm kitchen experiences or live instrumental sessions.
Overnight stay in Marari.
Unwind by the beach, watch fishermen at work and enjoy a seafood dinner at the resort. Perfect for relaxation and digital detox.
Overnight stay in Marari.
Cycle through nearby villages, churches and markets. Enjoy curated resort activities including butterfly gardens, kitchen garden visits and cultural demos.
Overnight stay in Marari.
Spend your day relaxing or enjoy an optional houseboat cruise in Alleppey, floating through palm-lined canals and traditional villages.
Overnight stay in Marari.
Travel back to Old Cochin. Visit the Jewish Synagogue, Dutch Palace, Mattancherry streets, fruit markets and the historic laundry area of Dhobi Khana.
Overnight stay in Cochin.
Transfer to Cochin Airport for your onward journey, concluding your Kerala Yoga Retreat with refreshed energy and peaceful memories.
Know Before You Book
Package Details & Booking Terms
- Complete ground arrangements in India as specified in the confirmed itinerary.
- Accommodation on double/twin sharing at the selected hotels.
- Breakfasts and other meals specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
- Private air-conditioned vehicle for airport transfers, intercity travel and sightseeing.
- Professional driver with fuel, tolls, parking and driver allowance.
- Domestic flights, train tickets, activities, entrance fees and guides when specifically included in final itinerary.
- Meet-and-assist service on arrival and departure, as mentioned in the itinerary.
- All Gov't taxes are included.
- International airfare, visa fees and travel insurance.
- Flights, trains or road journeys not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Meals, entrance fees, permits, camera charges and guides unless included.
- Personal expenses, tips and medical or emergency evacuation costs.
- Expenses caused by weather, cancellations, illness, roadblocks or other circumstances beyond our control.
- Hotels, transport and activities are subject to availability at the time of confirmation.
- Hotel check-in and check-out times apply as per individual hotel policy.
- Child rates, extra beds and complimentary stays depend on the confirmed hotel’s policy.
- Sightseeing may be adjusted due to weather, traffic, local restrictions or monument closures.
- The final written quotation will confirm the exact inclusions, exclusions and services.
- A 40% deposit is required to confirm your booking.
- The balance is payable 15 days before the tour or upon arrival in India, if agreed in advance.
- Payments must be made using the official bank or secure payment details provided by Tusk Travel.
- International transfer, card-processing and currency-conversion charges are payable by the traveller.
- 60 days or more before arrival: 10% cancellation charge.
- 59–30 days before arrival: 20% cancellation charge.
- 29–15 days before arrival: 25% cancellation charge.
- 14–8 days before arrival: 50% cancellation charge.
- 7 days or less before arrival, or no-show: 100% cancellation charge (no refund).
- Issued flight, train, permit and special-event bookings may be non-refundable.
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