Kerala over the years has evolved to become the hottest tourist place in India. Both domestic and foreign travelers flock to this beautiful place to witness the natural beauty and culture of the state. Tourism in the state offers travel packages, backwater tours, wildlife tours, hill station tours, beach tours, heritage tours, houseboat cruises and hotel reservations. Characterized by undulating topography varied cultures, religious diversity, interesting history etc.
1 night(s) in Kochi
1 night(s) in Kumarakom
1 night(s) in Alleppey
2 night(s) in Kovalam
Day 01 : Arrive Cochin
On arrival at Cochin airport transfer to the Hotel. Check in at the hotel. Afternoon visit Fort Cochi. Walk and see the suspended Chinese fishing nets, which were introduced by traders from the court of Kublai Khan in the 14th century. Kochi fishermen still use these fishing nets to earn their livelihoods. Continue your stroll down to St Francis Church, the oldest European church in India. Next, see Santa Cruz Basilica, one the largest and most impressive churches in India. Finish your tour at Mattancherry Palace. It was built by the Portuguese and presented to the Raja of Kochi in 1555. The palace is famous for its stunning murals portraying scenes from Hindu tales, such as the Ramayana and Mahabharata. Next door is the Paradesi (also called Pardesi) Synagogue, the oldest active synagogue in South India. Overnight in Cochin.
Day 02: Cochin To Kumarakom (80 Km - 2 Hrs)
After breakfast Proceed to Kumarakom. Check in to the resort on the bank of Backwater.
Day 03: Kumarakom To Alleppey (Houseboat )
After breakfast checkin at the houseboat. Staying in this moving palace is breathtakingly stimulating experience. While sailing down a maze of canals one sees different scenes from the villages, paddy fields, coconut palms, fisherman and local life. Lunch, dinner next day breakfast and tea snacks will be provided in the boat. The cool breeze from the Lake make you sleep early in the night after anchoring in a fancy place. Overnight in the houseboat.
Day 04: Alleppey (Houseboat ) To Kovalam (180 Km-5hrs)
Checkout of the houseboat & proceed to Kovalam. Check-in at the hotel. Full day at leisure at Kovalam Beach. Overnight stay at Kovalam.
Day 05: Kovalam
After breakfast proceed for a sight seeing of Thiruvananthapuram covering Museum Complex, Padmanabha Swamy Temple, Science and Technology Museum.Evening enjoy the beach.Overnight stay at Kovalam.
Day 06 : Kovalam/trivandrum Departure
After breakfast depart as per schedule to Airport / Railway station for your onward journey.