Rajasthan
Overview
Culinary tour of Kerala unveils a world of aromatic spices, flavorful dishes, and diverse culinary traditions. Known as the "Land of Spices," Kerala's cuisine is a delightful blend of indigenous flavors, Arab influences, and colonial legacies. The tour begins in Kochi, where vibrant spice markets and bustling street food stalls tempt the senses. Here, visitors can savor a range of delicacies like appam, fish curry, and delectable snacks made from fresh seafood and local produce.
Traveling through the serene backwaters of Alleppey on a traditional houseboat offers an opportunity to taste authentic Kerala cuisine prepared with local ingredients and spices. The journey continues to Thekkady, famous for its spice plantations, where visitors can learn about the cultivation and processing of spices like cardamom, pepper, and cinnamon. A visit to a spice plantation is often accompanied by a flavoursome lunch showcasing the essence of Kerala's spices.
The coastal town of Kovalam offers an array of seafood delights, from succulent grilled fish to lip-smacking prawn curries. Exploring Trivandrum, the capital city, brings the chance to try local snacks like banana chips and indulge in traditional Kerala sweets. The tour concludes in Coorg, a neighbouring region in Karnataka known for its coffee plantations. Here, visitors can immerse themselves in the world of Coorg coffee, from plantation tours to sampling freshly brewed cups of aromatic coffee.
A culinary tour of Kerala is not just about the food but also about experiencing the unique flavors, culinary traditions, and cultural heritage that have shaped the region's cuisine. It's a journey that leaves a lasting impression, tantalizing the taste buds and creating unforgettable memories of the rich gastronomic tapestry of Kerala. Begin the South Culinary Tour to get a delightful experience of rich and diverse flavors of Kerala's cuisine. Here is an itinerary for a culinary tour of Kerala:
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Itinerary Details
Arrive in Kochi (also known as Cochin), the starting point for your culinary adventure. Explore the vibrant spice markets of Mattancherry and Fort Kochi, where you can find a variety of spices, herbs, and fresh produce. Visit the famous Chinese Fishing Nets and indulge in some local street food delicacies.
Embark on a cooking class in Kochi to learn the secrets of Kerala's cuisine. Under the guidance of a local chef, learn to prepare traditional dishes such as appam (rice pancake), fish curry, avial (mixed vegetable curry), and payasam (a sweet dessert). Enjoy the meal you've prepared and savor the authentic flavors of Kerala.
Travel to Alleppey, famous for its serene backwaters and houseboat cruises. Embark on a leisurely backwater cruise on a traditional houseboat, locally known as a Kettuvallam. Experience the local way of life as you pass through picturesque villages and lush green paddy fields. Enjoy a freshly prepared traditional Kerala meal on board the houseboat.
Head to Thekkady, known for its spice plantations. Take a guided tour of a spice plantation and learn about the cultivation and processing of spices like cardamom, pepper, cinnamon, and cloves. Enjoy a flavorful lunch prepared with locally sourced spices.
Take a spice tour in morning again and in the evening, attend a traditional Kathakali dance performance, a classical art form of Kerala.
Travel to Kovalam, a coastal town known for its stunning beaches. Indulge in fresh seafood delicacies at local beachside restaurants. Visit the lively fish markets to witness the trade of the day's catch. Kerala's cuisine is characterized by its use of aromatic spices, coconut, seafood, and unique flavors. Do not miss trying traditional dishes like appam with stew, Kerala-style fish curry, puttu (steamed rice cake), and Kerala-style biryani.
Explore Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram), the capital city of Kerala, and try the famous local snack called "banana chips."
Coorg (Kodagu), a region in neighboring Karnataka state known for its coffee plantations. Experience a coffee plantation tour, learn about the coffee-making process, and enjoy a freshly brewed cup of Coorg coffee. Explore the local cuisine, which includes dishes like pandi curry (pork curry) and akki roti (rice flour bread).
After breakfast, check out from your hotel and depart for your onward journey.
INCLUDED
| Hotel accommodation on twin sharing with buffet breakfast. |
| Aircon car with English speaking driver throughout the tour for all transfers, sightseeing, intercity travel. |
| Car services are inclusive of all services; right from pick up from the airport till departure. |
| Driver allowance (food & Stay) |
| All toll taxes, entry permit and parking charges. |
| English Speaking guide at the time of sightseeing. |
EXCLUDED
| Any international/domestic air/train fare. |
| Monuments/sightseeing entry charges. |
| Government Service Tax (GST) 5% on the tour package. |
| Any expenses of personal nature such as laundry, tips, phone calls, insurance, portage, soft/hard drinks, meals unless not specified etc. |
| Anything which is not mentioned in the 'Inclusions' shall not be the part of this package. |
