Kerala, the "God's Own Country" is among the most favorite and popular tourist spots. Huge number of people from all across the globe comes to pay a visit to this beautiful state of Kerala. Peaceful beaches, composed climate, lush green hill stations, serene stretches of backwaters, and exotic wildlife are the most sought after attractions of this land. According to the National Geographic Traveler Magazine Kerala is among the "ten paradises of the world" and "50 places of a lifetime".
Tour Plan Summery:
Day 01 : Arrival at Kochi International Airport, upon arrival transfer to the Hotel
Day 02 : Kochi
Day 03 : Munnar
Day 04 : Periyar (Thekkady)
Day 05 : Periyar
Day 06 : Kumarakom
Day 07 : Kumarakom
Day 08 : Alleppey Backwaters (House Boat)
Day 09 : Kovalam Beach
Day 10 : Kovalam Beach
Day 11 : Departure from Trivandrum International Airport
Arrival at Kochi International Airport, then transfer to the Hotel. Rest of the day free. The next day sight seeing this beautiful city, Cochin, the commercial hub of Kerala is a town of great historical importance. Places to visit: the Mattancherry Palace, the Clock Tower, the St. Francis church, the Chinese Fishing Nets, dance –drama show of Kerala – The Kathakali in a local theatre., sunset cruise, etc..
We drive to Munnar (approx 150km /4½ hrs), a major centre of Kerala’s tea industry, and close to Anamudi (2695m), the highest peak in South India. It is surrounded by about 30 tea estates, among the highest in the world, and forest that is still rich in wildlife, including the reclusive Nilgiri Tahr. Places to visit: Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, Local market, CSI Church, etc….
we drive towards the highlands of Kerala - Thekkady (approx 120 km/4 hrs). The journey takes you through softly contoured hill slopes surrounded by plantations of rubber, pepper and spices like cardamom, coffee & tea. Places to visit: Spice plantation visit, Elephant safari, natural walk, Boat ride, Marshal arts show, etc..
Today we drive to Kumarakom (approx 120 km/4 hrs), a small village located on the banks of Vembanadu Lake.Positioned 14 kms from Kottyam and around Kuttanad region lies Kumarakom popularly known as the rice bowl of Kerala. A huddle of tiny islets on the Vembanad Lake, Kumarakom is a pictorial, unsoiled village.Rest of the day free to leisure.
Today we drive to Alleppey backwaters (50km / 1hr) to board rice boat for our cruise through the small canals and Vembanadu Lake. Arrive Alleppey and embark the House boat that comprises twin rooms with attached bathrooms , running water and a lounge area in which to relax and enjoy the sights on the shore. Cruise through the backwaters of Alleppey, which is hailed as the ‘ Venice of the east’, because of its intricated maized and backwaters, cannals and bridges. In the boat you can enjoy the traditional Kerala style dishes .
We proceed to Kovalm (approx 170km/ 5hrs), it is one of the beautiful beaches in South India. Kovalam has a certain charm and is the one of the popular destinations in India. Check into the hotel Rest of the day free to leisure.
After two days short drive to Trivandrum International Airport to board the flight to your home land after an unforgettable holiday.
