KERALA TOUR

Day 1: Arrival in Cochin (Kochi)

• Morning Arrive in Cochin (Kochi) by flight or train. Meet your representative at the airport/railway station and transfer to your hotel.

• Afternoon Relax and freshen up after your journey. Afterward, begin your exploration of the city with a visit to Fort Kochi.

o Explore the Chinese Fishing Nets, St. Francis Church (where Vasco da Gama was buried), and Santa Cruz Basilica.

o Take a leisurely walk along Jew Town, and visit the Paradesi Synagogue and local spice markets.

• Overnight Stay in Cochin.

Day 2: Cochin to Munnar

• Morning After breakfast, drive to Munnar (4-5 hours). Munnar is a hill station known for its tea plantations and scenic beauty.

• Afternoon Arrive in Munnar and check-in at your hotel.

o Relax and enjoy the cool, refreshing climate.

• Evening Visit the Munnar Tea Museum to learn about the history of tea in the region.

• Overnight Stay in Munnar.

Day 3: Munnar Local Sightseeing

• Morning Visit Eravikulam National Park, home to the endangered Nilgiri Tahr, and take a scenic trek to Anamudi Peak, the highest point in South India.

• Late Morning Visit Tea Gardens, where you can take a guided walk through the lush plantations.

• Afternoon Explore Mattupetty Dam, where you can enjoy boating, and Echo Point, famous for its natural echo.

• Evening Enjoy a peaceful evening amidst the beauty of Munnar.

• Overnight Stay in Munnar.

Day 4: Munnar to Thekkady

• Morning After breakfast, drive to Thekkady (3-4 hours), a renowned destination for wildlife enthusiasts.

• Afternoon Arrive and check-in at your hotel. Relax for a while.

o Visit the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, where you can enjoy a boat ride on Periyar Lake and spot various wildlife species like elephants, deer, and boars.

• Evening Attend a traditional Kathakali dance performance or watch the famous Martial Arts performance (Kalaripayattu) in Thekkady.

• Overnight Stay in Thekkady.

Day 5: Thekkady to Alleppey

• Morning After breakfast, drive to Alleppey (4-5 hours), known for its picturesque backwaters.

• Afternoon Check-in at a houseboat for an unforgettable experience on Kerala’s backwaters.

o Cruise through the serene Vembanad Lake, passing lush green paddy fields, quaint villages, and tranquil waterways.

o Enjoy traditional Kerala cuisine served on board.

• Evening Relax and enjoy the beautiful sunset while cruising through the backwaters.

• Overnight: Stay on the houseboat.

Day 6: Alleppey to Kovalam

• Morning After breakfast on the houseboat, check-out and drive to Kovalam (4 hours), a popular beach destination in Kerala.

• Afternoon Check-in at your beach resort and unwind by the beach.

• Evening Enjoy the sunset at Kovalam Beach or take a stroll along the shore.

• Overnight Stay in Kovalam.

Day 7: Kovalam & Departure

• Morning: Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the resort.

o Spnd your morning at leisure, enjoying activities like water sports, Ayurvedic treatments, or just relaxing on the beach.

• Afternoon If time permits, visit Padmanabhapuram Palace or the Shree Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram.

• Evening Depending on your flight or train schedule, transfer to Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram) Airport or railway station for your departure.

Package Inclusions:

• Accommodation in 3-star or 4-star hotels and houseboats with daily breakfast.

• All transfers and sightseeing by private vehicle with a professional driver.

• Houseboat stay with all meals included (lunch, dinner, breakfast).

• Local guide for sightseeing in each destination.

• All applicable taxes and service charges.