Itinerary
Arrive Kochi (colonial name Cochin) a vibrant city situated on the south – west coast of the Indian Peninsula in the breathtakingly scenic and prosperous state of Kerala, hailed as ‘God’s Own Country.’ Informally, Cochin is also referred to as the Gateway to Kerala. On Arrival, you will be met and assisted and proceed to visit mattancherry palace Known as Dutch Palace (closed on Friday), Jewish Synagogue and Chinese Fishing nets, (these are fixed land installations for an unusual form fishing - shore operated lift nets). Later check in the hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel in Cochin.
This morning after Breakfast check out from the hotel and transfer to Munnar. Enroute Visit Athirappilly Waterfalls. (fall at this time will not be at its best as during monsoons). Continue your drive to Munnar. Munnar was the summer resort of the British and now is one of the most popular hill stations in Kerala. Enjoy the stunning view of the Cardamom hills & greenery of the Tea plantations. On Arrival, check in at hotel. Relax and spend the evening at leisure strolling around the estate. Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel in Munnar.
This morning after Breakfast, take a full day sightseeing tour of Munnar, Covering Mattupetty dam, can do boat ride on Optional cost, Eravikullam National Park - Entry fees applicable as per actual, Echo point / Kundala Lake. If it interests you Visit Tea Museum & Tea Gardens at an additional cost. Evening back to the resort. Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel in Munnar.
Toady Morning after Breakfast, Depart from Munnar to Thekkady, as you wind your way up the road, the wooded terrain clears to reveal a breathtaking plantations, Fill your lungs with fresh mountain air; savour the rich fragrance of cinnamon and cloves. Thekkady is situated 2800 ft above sea level; the climate is pleasant & cool throughout the year.On way to Thekkady - visit spice plantation (Entry fees additional cost) where cardamom, nutmeg and pepper, clove are grown. On arrival check into the hotel. Evening you can enjoy Martial art /Kathakali dance at Mudra Center at an (Entry fees Additional cost) Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel in Thekkady.
Today early Morning After Breakfast, proceed for an exciting boat ride on the Lake Periyar South India’s most popular wildlife sanctuary. This is the only wildlife sanctuary in India that offers the unique opportunity of viewing wild life in their natural habitat at close quarters from the safety of a boat on the lake. Enjoy a boat ride in the lake (tickets to be purchased by queue only at a personal cost or to be booked online at https://www.periyarfoundation.online/home.html)) and if you are lucky you can watch young elephants drinking at the water’s edge. Later enjoy elephant ride at elephant junction on additional cost. Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel in Thekkady.
Today early Morning After Breakfast check out from Thekkady and drive to Alleppey. popularly known as the ‘Venice of East’, this exotic backwater village consists of a cluster of island villages in and around the Vembanad Lake. Kerala offers some world best Ayurvedic treatments, giving you a complete relaxation of mind, body & soul. You can try the same at the resort at additional cost. On arrival at Alleppey check into the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure or enjoy resorts facilities. Evening you can enjoy sunset cruise on Vembanad Lake. Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel in Alleppey.
This Morning after Breakfast, leisure time. Later visit ReviKarunaKaran Memorial Museum (crystal collection, mural painting, crystal wares,Tanjore Paintings).Afternoon indulge in authentic Kerala Ayurveda massages at additional cost. In the evening visit Alleppey beach or Pozhiyoram Beach.
Morning after breakfast check out from Alleppey and transfer to Kochi Airport for your flight connection to your home town. You return back with wonderful memories of God’s Own Country.
