The “Best of Kerala” is precisely what it is. With so many spots and hidden gems in this beautiful state, making the best out of your week-long vacation can be extra challenging. You want to get the most out of the gorgeous natural landscape in Kovalam but also not miss the rich culture and varying activities Thekkady has to offer. A full-day tour in Munnar is just necessary to experience everything the beautiful city has to offer. We take you through all the must-sees in God’s Own Country, visit historically valuable Portuguese architecture, and enjoy a trip that’ll significantly broaden your view.
2 night(s) in Munnar
1 night(s) in Thekkady
1 night(s) in Alleppey
1 night(s) in Kovalam
1 night(s) in Kochi
Day 1: Arrival Cochin & Transfer To Munnar - “ Neelakurinjini Field, A Land For The People.”
On arrival at Cochin, proceed to Munnar. A breathtakingly beautiful - haven of peace and tranquility which cannot be portrayed in a single canvas. Situated at 1,600m above sea level with unending expanse of tea plantations - pristine valleys and mountains, you’re often up above the clouds watching veils of mist clinging to the mountain tops. Among the exotic flora found in the forests and grasslands here is the Neelakurinji / Strobilanthes. This flower which bathes the hills in blue once in every twelve years, will bloom next in 2018. On the way to Munnar visit Cheeyappara & Valara waterfalls. The Cheeyappara Waterfall cascades down in seven steps. Valara has a chain of waterfalls surrounded by thick green forests. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 2: Munnar Full-day Tour - “ Untouched, Virgin Lands Of Munnar.”
Day 3: Transfer From Munnar To Thekkady - “ The Origin Of India.”
Day 4: Transfer From Thekkady To Alleppey - “ India’s And World’s Most Beautiful Backwaters”
Day 5: Transfer From Alleppey To Kovalam, Half-day Tour
After breakfast at the hotel, we check out of the hotel and head for Kovalam. A gorgeous city filled with sandy beaches, we’ll visit several points of the shores: the Lighthouse Beach, Samudra Beach, and Hawa Beaches. We’ll also visit the Karamana River and finally, the Vellayani Lake that is rich in biodiversity as the main source of water for animals and plants in the area. Farmers also frequent this place to harvest lotus leaves and boat races are held during an annual Keralites harvest event, Onam.
Day 6: Kovalam To Kochi & Sightseeing In Kochi - “ Travel Back To The 1500s.”
Day 7: Departure From Kochi
After breakfast, check out from hotel & transfer to Cochin airport for departure, back to home with beautiful memories of God's Own Country.