TRAIL 2: WEAVING MASTERY

An 18-day immersive journey into the heart of Kerala's weaving traditions, from tribal crafts to global luxury markets.

calendar_month Duration: 18 Days(17 Nights)

sell Pricing: $6,820 per person

The Journey

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Tribal Craft

Learn ancient weaving from indigenous communities and experience traditional bamboo crafts.

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Mountain Immersion

Scenic retreat in Munnar's tea country for reflection and cultural experiences.

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Sustainable Manufacturing

Understand sustainable natural fiber processing and luxury market standards.

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Global Luxury Markets

Experience carpet manufacturing for global events like the Met Gala.

WEEK 1

FOREST POST TRADITIONAL WEAVING EXPERIENCE

Location: Adimaly & Athirapally

Duration: Week 1

Days 1-4: Arrival & Forest Post Adimaly Unit

check_circleDay 1 (Friday): Arrival at Cochin International Airport, transfer to Kochi accommodation, rest
check_circleDay 2 (Saturday): Acclimatization and rest day in Kochi
check_circleDay 3 (Sunday): Travel to Adimaly, settle at accommodation
check_circleDay 4 (Monday): Visit Forest Post Adimaly unit

Days 5-7: Bamboo Weaving at Green Trees Athirapally (Tuesday-Thursday)

check_circleDay 5 (Tuesday): Travel to Athirapally, settle at Green Trees Resort
check_circleDay 6 (Wednesday): Live weaving demonstrations by Muthuva tribal women, hands-on workshop
check_circleDay 7 (Thursday): Create your own woven piece, learn "Kannadi Paaya" (GI-tagged mirror mat), evening travel to Munnar

Accommodation: Serenity Farm Stays (2 nights) | Adimaly area property (2 nights) | Green Trees Athirapally (3 nights)

Partners: Forest Post

DAYS 8-10

Munnar Mountain Retreat

Location: Munnar Hill Station

Duration: Weekend 1

Relaxation and cultural immersion in Kerala's stunning hill country:

Days 8-10: Munnar Weekend Experience (Friday-Sunday)

check_circle Day 8 (Friday): Travel to Munnar, tea plantation experiences, settle at Aelam Acres
check_circleDay 9 (Saturday): Scenic mountain setting, optional nature walks and cultural activities
check_circleDay 10 (Sunday): Relaxation and reflection between intensive workshop experiences
check_circleDay 11 (Monday morning): Travel to Cherthala for Extraweave experience

Accommodation: Aelam Acres, Munnar (3 nights)

Partners: Aelam Acres

DAYS 11-15

Extraweave - Contemporary Carpet Manufacturing

Location: Cherthala (Coastal Kerala)

Duration: Week 2

Experience state-of-the-art carpet manufacturing for global luxury markets:

Days 11-15: Extraweave Manufacturing Experience (Monday-Friday)

check_circleDay 11 (Monday): Introduction to Extraweave & Neytt Homes luxury brand (Met Gala supplier)
check_circleDay 12 (Tuesday): Complete factory tour - spinning to finishing, sustainability initiatives
check_circleDay 13 (Wednesday): Gun tufting workshop - create your own tufted piece
check_circleDay 14 (Thursday): Travancore Mats visit, coir door mat demonstration, handloom workshop
check_circleDay 15 (Friday): Rope mat making with Cherthala artisans, local weaving societies visit, certification ceremony

Accommodation: Ragas Maraari Beach Stay, Cherthala (5 nights)

Partners: Extraweave

WEEKEND 2 & DEPARTURE

Coastal Weekend & Farewell

Location: Lakeside Kerala

Duration: Days 16-18

Days 16-18: Weekend Experience & Departure (Saturday-Monday)

check_circleDays 16-17 (Saturday-Sunday): Scenic lakeside setting, farewell celebration
check_circleDay 18 (Monday): Breakfast, airport transfer, departure from Cochin International Airport

Accommodation: Jai Lake House (2 nights)

Partners: Jai Lake House