The Unseen Keralam

15N/16D 13 Cities

Kasaragod, Kannur, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Palakkad, Thrissur, Ernakulam, Idukki, Kottayam, Alappuzha, Pathanamthitta, Kollam, Thiruvananthapuram.

We proudly present ‘Kaanatha Keralam’, The Unseen Keralam, a unique journey created especially for our beloved Malayalees across the world, offering them an opportunity to explore their beautiful homeland in a completely different way. For Keralites living outside India, this journey is an opportunity to reconnect with the land of their roots — to rediscover the Keralam of their memories, explore places they may never have visited, experience our traditions, taste the flavours of home and feel once again the warmth and spirit of our homeland.

For the younger generation, who may know Keralam mainly through the stories, photographs and memories shared by their parents and grandparents, Kaanatha Keralam offers something far more precious — the opportunity to experience their homeland first-hand, discover its hidden treasures and understand the roots of their heritage. We believe that the best gift we can give the next generation is not merely something they can own, but a connection to where they come from.

We invite you to make Kaanatha Keralam a meaningful gift for your children, family, friends, colleagues and loved ones — a journey where they can discover the land of their heritage, experience its living culture, explore its hidden beauty and create memories that can be cherished for generations.

We have created Kaanatha Keralam with love, pride and a deep connection to our homeland, as our humble endeavour to discover, preserve and showcase the Keralam that remains unseen, and to ensure that its stories, traditions, heritage, art and flavours continue to live in the hearts of future generations.

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Tour FAQ

Which destinations does the tour cover?

  • The journey covers Bekal, Kannur, Thalassery, Vadakara, Wayanad, Kozhikode, Beypore, Kodungallur, Muziris, Kochi, Athirappilly, Munnar, Thekkady, Kumarakom, Alleppey, Aranmula, Munroe Island, Varkala, Thiruvananthapuram, Kovalam and Kanyakumari.

What makes this tour special?

  • The itinerary combines scenic destinations with Kerala’s living traditions, regional cuisine, royal heritage, artisan encounters and cultural performances. Experiences range from Malabar’s Theyyam rituals to Munnar’s tea plantations and Kerala’s iconic backwaters.

What accommodation is planned?

  • Stays are planned at selected hotels, resorts and heritage properties along the route. The itinerary features properties such as Vibe Munnar, WGH Poetree, Sterling Lake Palace Alleppey and UDS Kovalam, with alternatives where indicated. Please confirm the final hotel list when booking.

Are meals included?

  • Lunch and dinner are listed for Day 1, followed by breakfast, lunch and dinner from Days 2–15. Breakfast is planned on Day 16 before the tour concludes.

Will we experience authentic Kerala cuisine?

  • Yes. Culinary highlights include Thulunadan cuisine, Malabar Sadhya, Mappila dishes, Thalassery Dum Biriyani, tribal cuisine, Kuttanadan specialities, Nasrani cuisine and Aranmula Vallasadya.

Which cultural experiences are planned?

  • The itinerary features Theyyam, Kalaripayattu, Mappila performing arts, tribal cultural performances, classical arts at Kerala Kalamandalam, Chavittunadakam, Margam Kali and Parichamuttu Kali. Selected experiences depend on local schedules, time and availability.

Is the late-night Theyyam experience compulsory?

  • No. The late-night Theyyam visit is optional and depends on the performance schedule and availability.

Does the tour include backwater experiences?

  • Yes. Planned experiences include boating through Kavvayi’s mangroves, a Muziris heritage boat tour, a Kumarakom–Alleppey backwater cruise and a traditional canoe journey at Munroe Island.

Is an overnight houseboat stay included?

  • The itinerary describes a daytime backwater cruise with lunch and lists hotel accommodation for that night. An overnight houseboat stay is not specified.

What wildlife experiences are planned?

  • The tour includes a jeep safari at Muthanga in Wayanad, a visit to Eravikulam National Park near Munnar and a boat cruise on Periyar Lake in Thekkady. Wildlife sightings depend on natural conditions and cannot be guaranteed.

Does the tour include the Kolukkumalai sunrise?

  • Yes. An early-morning 4x4 jeep excursion to Kolukkumalai is planned, along with tea plantation and tea factory experiences. Sunrise visibility and cloud formations depend on the weather.

Will we meet members of Kerala’s royal families?

  • An interaction with the Arakkal Royal Family is planned in Kannur. A meeting with members of the Travancore Royal Family is also proposed, subject to availability. Please confirm these arrangements before departure.

Is this tour suitable for travellers with limited mobility?

  • The itinerary involves frequent hotel changes, walking, early starts, boat boarding and a rugged jeep journey. Please discuss mobility needs with the tour team before booking so the suitability of individual activities can be assessed.