Duration: o7 Nights / 08 Days
Destinations : Cochin, Munnar, Periyar, Kumarakom, Alleppey, Kovalam, Kanyakumari & Trivandrum
Day 01: Arrive Cochin by flight (Please advise details)
Arrive Cochin international airport, after clearing customs & immigrations you shall be met by our representative outside the exit gate of the arrival hall.
After meeting/assistance and traditional welcome, transfer to hotel and check in your room.
Afternoon leave for half day sightseeing of Cochin "Queen of Arabian Sea" and "Venice of the East". Visiting The Dutch Palace at Mattancherry is renowned for its wall murals depicting scenes from the epic Ramayana. The Chinese fishing nets are huge cantilevered fishing nets believed to have brought to Kochi by Chinese traders and Jewish Synagogue This magnificent prayer hall was constructed in 1568 A.D. and is the oldest Synagogue in the Commonwealth. The original building was destroyed in 1662 A.D. due to shelling by the Portuguese. It was rebuilt a few years later.
Evening visit one of the cultural centre to see live dance and drama Kathakali Dance, performed by renowned artists.
Day 02: Cochin/Munnar (150 Kms)
Morning breakfast at hotel and 0900 hrs drive to Munnar - The famous hill station of Kerala. This hill station was once the summer resort of the erstwhile British Government in South India. Sprawling tea plantations, picture-book towns, winding lanes and holiday facilities make this a popular resort town. Munnar is situated at the confluence of three mountain streams - Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala in the Western Ghats. Upon arrival check in at hotel.
Evening visit Munnar town for shopping of local Tea and to have a glimpse of Munnar town.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 03: Munnar
Morning breakfast at hotel and at 0900 hrs leave for sightseeing of Munnar visiting Pothamedu is located 6 km from Munnar and offers an excellent view of the tea, coffee and cardamom plantations in Munnar. The rolling hills, the lush mountain and the breathtaking scenery here is ideal for trekking and long mountain walks, visit Lockhourt Gap, Devikulam Tea Garden View, Mattupetty Dam, Kundala Dam & Top Station.
Rest of the day at leisure. Over night stay at hotel.
Day 04: Munnar/Periyar (120 Kms)
Morning breakfast at hotel at 0900 hrs drive to Periyar - a scenic route dotted with plantations of rubber, cardamom, cocoa, green pepper and areca nut, to the wildlife reserve at Periyar.
Upon arrival check in at hotel.
Periyar : With its matchless scenic beauty and the facilities offered by the Periyar lake, Thekkady attracts a large number of tourists. The sanctuary spreads over an area of 673 sq.km and is situated at a height of 900 to 1800 metres above mean sea level. Facilities are available for cruising in this lake.Wild animals seen here include elephants, bisons, sambar, monkeys and wild bear. Fortunate visitors can have a glimpse of the tigers foraging in this area. However on sunny summer days one can see herds of wild elephants bathing in the lake. Bisons are a wary and hardy lot and usually never allow any intruder to approach them and the sound of the motor boats scare them away. But a keen animal lover can stay in one of the few observation towers for a couple of days and luck will surely come his way. Some of the famous tea gardens are located around this place. Further Peermede, 43 k.m. below Thekkady, has a golf course and offers excellent facilities for stay.
Afternoon leave for sightseeig of Periyar enjoy a boat ride per seat basis on Lake Periyar to see wild elephants and other species of flora and fauna in their natural habitat.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 05: Periyar/ Kumarakom/Alleppey- House Boat Stay
Morning Breakfast at hotel and leave for Embarkment point for the Houseboat. Upon arrival board to House Boat and sail through many canals and waterways up to Alleppey. It is once a life time experience to have such a romantic and beautiful experience. House Boat passing through the Backwaters of Kerala and sail through many canals and waterways The journey will pass through the following areas Alleppey, Vattakkayal, Chambakulum, Ambalapuzha, Karumadi, Kayakulum, Kumarakom. Overnight on the House Boat. (Lunch + Dinner and Breakfast in Included).
House Boat : The most memorable way to experience the true magic of the waterways and lagoons of the backwaters is to sail at your own pace - through jungles of palm and fruit trees, past green paddy fields and waterside villages - by a beautifully crafted traditional old rice barge or kettuvallam. Many of these have been converted to provide comfortable houseboat accommodation. Each has one or two bedroom, bathroom, sitting room and sun-deck, with a crew to look after you and serve delicious local Keratin fare during a leisurely one or two-night cruise. These house boats are known for their unique design and use of local materials like bamboo poles, coconut finer ropes, bamboo mats, carpets etc. They are a fabulous way to explore the fascinating beauties of the Kerala backwaters.
Day 06: Alleppey/ Kovalam (160 kms)
Morning after breakfast, leave the house boat at 1000 hrs and drive to Kovalam.
Kovalam: Situated on the Malabar Coast along the Kerala shoreline is a small village of Kovalam. This quiet town of Kovalam came on the tourist map, when its beautiful and secluded beaches were discovered. Today Kovalam has become one of the most popular beach hangouts in India. Kovalam means a grove of coconut trees and truly the coconut trees along the beaches gives it a ravishing look. The palm-fringed bays of Kovalam in secluded coconut groves, promise a relaxed stay. The unforgettable image of Kovalam is that of the coconut-palms-lined high rock promontory that cuddles the calm and wide expanse of the blue waters. This marvelous beach is a tourist's dream come true.
Upon arrival check in at hotel. Rest of the day at leisure or free for independent activities. Overnight stay in hotel.
Day 07: Kovalam/ Kanyakumari (90 Kms)
Morning breakfast at hotel and 0900 hrs drive to Kanyakumari. Kanyakumari is a coastal town in the state of Tamil Nadu on India's southern tip. Jutting into the Laccadive Sea, the town was known as Cape Comorin during British rule and is popular for watching sunrise and sunset over the ocean. It's also a noted pilgrimage site thanks to its Bagavathi Amman Temple, dedicated to a consort of Shiva, and its Our Lady of Ransom Church, a center of Indian Catholicism.
Upon arrival check in at hotel. Afternoon leave for local city/ temple tour of Kanyakumari. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay in hotel.
Day 08: Kovalam/Trivandrum - Departure
Morning breakfast at hotel and 0900 hrs drive to Trivandrum - Thiruvananthapuram (100 Kms ) is the capital of the southern Indian state of Kerala. It's distinguished by its British colonial architecture and many art galleries. It’s also home to Kuthira Malika (or Puthen Malika) Palace, adorned with carved horses and displaying collections related to the Travancore royal family, whose regional capital was here from the 18th–20th centuries.
After quick city tour of Trivandrum and transfer to airport for your flight to home / next destination
.......End of The Tour & Let the pleasant memories of the past days linger on your mind for a long, long time..........
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