Kerala – The Gods own country, is a paradise landscaped with palm-lined beaches, steamy jungles, plantation-covered hills, tropical rivers and lakes. Located amidst the lush green vegetation with numerous milky waterfalls, ravishing rivulets, splendid springs, lakes and hill – plantations, Kerala provides an enthralling experience.
1 night(s) in Kochi
2 night(s) in Munnar
2 night(s) in Thekkady
1 night(s) in Alleppey
1 night(s) in Kanyakumari
2 night(s) in Kovalam
Day 1: 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 2: Cochin To Munnar
After breakfast check out from the hotel and drive to Munnar (140 km – 04 hours drive). On arrival check into the hotel. Spend the day at leisure. Overnight in Munnar.
Day 3: Munnar Sightseeing
After breakfast proceed for sightseeing which includes Photo Point, Mattupetty Dam ( Optional Boat ride), Echo Point (The natural Echo phenomenon is always happening here), Shooting Point , Kundale Lake. On second half visit Tea Museum ( Monday Closed ) and Blossom Park. Overnight stay in Munnar.
Day 4: Munnar To Thekkady
After breakfast start driving towards Periyar/Thekkady. Upon arrival, check into the hotel. Rest of the day free for own activities. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 5: Thekkady Tour
Today enjoy full day plantation tour. Relax later in the evening. Overnight in hotel at Thekkady.
Day 6: Thekkady To Alleppey ( Houseboat )
Morning transfer to Alleppey and check in at the houseboat. Houseboat cruise is the best way to explore the beauty of backwaters, seen in breathing green, the village slumbers by the Vembanadu Lake. Lunch, evening Tea/Coffee with snacks, dinner and Overnight stay in the House Boat.
Day 7: Alleppey To Kanyakumari
Morning after breakfast check out from house boat and proceed to Kanyakumari, arriving before sunset. The sunset at the confluence of Indian Ocean, Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea is a delight to witness. Overnight stay at the hotel in Kanyakumari.
Day 8: Kanyakumari To Kovalam
The Southernmost end of Tamil Nadu, the land's end of India or the point where three seas meet. Cape Camorin of Kanyakumari is at its best during Chitra Pournima (full moon day in April) when sun and moon are face to face at the same horizon at the confluence point of Bay of Bengal, Indian Ocean and Arabian Sea. The Vivekananda Memorial built on the rock into the water where the great Philosopher guide Swami Vivekananda when into meditation that transformed him into one of the most charismatic spiritual leader of the century. Arrive Kovalam and check-in at the hotel.
Day 9: Excursion To Trivandrum
After breakfast visit Padmanabhapuram Palace and Archeological Museum in Trivandrum. Return to Kovalam by evening. Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 10: Kovalam To Trivandrum Drop
Morning after breakfast transfer to Trivandrum airport for departure.