Kerala, a state situated on the tropical Malabar Coast of southwestern India, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Named as one of the ten paradises of the world by National Geographic Traveler, Kerala is famous especially for its ecotourism initiatives. Its unique culture and traditions.
2 night(s) in Munnar
2 night(s) in Thekkady
1 night(s) in Kumarakom
1 night(s) in Alleppey
1 night(s) in Kochi
Day : 01 Cochin – Munnar
Arrive Cochin airport / railway station, greetings and airport assistance, Transfer to Munnar. Munnar, the picturesque hill stations in India is situated at the confluence of three mountain streams - Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. Sprawling tea plantations, picture book towns, winding lanes, trekking and holiday facilities make this destination a popular resort town. Munnar is home of Nilgiri Tahrs, an endangered species of wild goat. On arrival, check in to the hotel with rest of the day to spend as you please- either relaxing or exploring tea city. Overnight at the at Hotel in Munnar.
Day : 02 Munnar
You will be taken for a sight seeing tour of Munnar. Sightseeing tour around Munnar takes one to tea gardens where picturesque colonial towns and meandering mountain streams present photo opportunities galore. You will be taken for a visit to Rajamalai where you can watch Nilgiri Tahrs in their natural habitat. You will also be visiting the nearby Mattuppetty Dam, Kundala lake, Exho point, Blossom park. If interested you can have a boating in the lake. Later scroll at the local market . Overnight at Hotel.
Day 03 : Munnar - Thekkady
After breakfast, drive to Thekkady. The very sound of the word Thekkady conjures up images of elephants, unending chains of hills and spice scented plantations. In the Periyar forest of Thekkady is one of the finest wildlife reserves in India, and spread across the entire district are picturesque plantations and hill towns that hold great opportunities for treks and mountain walks. Evening enjoy theboating at the periyar lake. Overnight at resort in Thekkady.
Day 04 : Thekkady
After breakfast, you will be taken for a plantation tour at a near by farm. Afterthat you can have an elephnat ride if interested (optional ). Take an early lunch and have a relaxation ayurvedic massage in the evening ( optional ). Evening you can have any of the cultural shows of your choice like kathakali, kalaripayattu ( martial arts ) etc (optional).Overnight at resort in Thekkady.
Day : 05 Thekkady - Kumarakom
After breakfast checkout hotel, transfer to Kumarakom, the renowned backwater destination on the banks of Vembanad Lake. Kumarakom is a beautiful paradise of mangrove forests, emerald green paddy fields and coconut groves interspersed with enchanting waterways and canals adorned with white lilies. Kumarakom is well known for its varied avian population. Check in to your hotel. Rest of the day relax at the hotel or you cann opt for a soothing ayurvediac massage at the hotel (optional). Overnight at resort.
Day 06 : Alleppey
Morning you will be provided with a 1 Hour backwater cruise. Rest of the day relax at the hotel or you can opt for a soothing ayurvediac massage at the hotel (optional) . Evening you will be taken to the near by beach where you can have the beach experience and sunset. Overnight at the hotel in Alleppey.
Day 07 : Cochin
Morning after breakfast, check out hotel, transfer to Cochin is the Commercial Capital of Kerala. Cochin is the Commercial capital of Kerala. On arrival check into hotel. Afternoon have short city tour of Cochin, the city famed as ‘Queen of Arabian Sea. Visit to Mattanchery Dutch Palace, St. Francis Church, The Oldest European Church in India, the Chinese Fishing Nets - living symbols of centuries Old Chinese influence etc. Overnight at Hotel in Cochin.
Day 08 Departure To Cochin Airport/railway Station
Morning after breakfast, If interested you can have a boating in the backwaters of kumarakom ( optional ). Later check out hotel, transfer to Cochin airport/railway station to catch flight/train towards onward journey.