Welcome to Kerala, the God’s Own Country !!
Upon your arrival at Kochi airport or Ernakulam railway station, our helpful coordinator would welcome you and guide you to the vehicle which would take you to your pre-booked hotel. Check in at the hotel.
Later, we would take you for a panoramic tour of Kochi city.
Kochi is the biggest city in Kerala and is an important port of India located on Arabian Sea. The city has the history from ancient era. It is also an important spice trading centre in India. Until the year 1949, it was a princely state by the name of Kingdom of Travancore.
In sightseeing tour of Kochi, depending upon the time in hand you would be visiting many interesting places such as :
- Marine Drive , Marine Drive Walkway, Marine Drive, Ernakulam, Kerala 682031.
- Santa Cruz Basilica , (9:00 am- 5:00 pm) , located at Santa Cruz Rd, Fort Kochi, Kochi, Kerala 682001.
- Jewish Synagogue (also known as Paradesi Synagogue )(Timings : 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM & 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM, except Fridays, Saturdays and Jewish holidays.).
- Mattancherry Palace, also known as Dutch Palace, is famous for its collection of Murals on the Ramayana and Mahabharata.(Open Sunday to Thursday from 09:45 am to 1 pm & 2 pm to 4:45 pm.Closed on Friday and Saturday.
- Fort Kochi area, Chinese fishing nets
In the evening, go for marvelous Kathakali dance performance. Back to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 2: Kochi-Munnar (140 Km / Appx. 4 hrs.)After breakfast, at around 10 am,depart from Kochi to Munnar.
Munnar is one of the most sought after hill stations in South India. Munnar is located in the Western Ghats at an altitude of 1600 m. Munnar is famous for scenic beauty, waterfalls and pleasant weather.
Upon arrival at Munnar, check in at the hotel. In late afternoon till sunset,you can roam around in Munnar or you can visit scenic points in Munnar. Enjoy special candle light dinner at the hotel.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 3: MunnarAfter breakfast, go for tour of Munnar and the region.
In this tour, you would be visiting Mettupatty dam, Photo point, Echo point Devikulam, Tea museum, and other tourist spots.
We can also organise various sightseeing and short trekking tours.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 4: Munnar-Thekkady(115 Km / Appx. 3 hrs.)After breakfast, proceed to another beautiful destination,Thekkady.
Thekkady is very rich in terms of its biodiversity.
Once you arrive at Thekkady, check in at the hotel. Get refreshed and visit spice plantations.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 5: Trip to Periyar / Thekkady-Alleppey (150 Km / Appx. 4 hrs.)Early in the morning, at 6 am, proceed to Periyar wildlife sanctuary.
Enjoy the boat ride in Lake Periyar and see the variety of animals in their natural habitat.
Later reach back hotel and enjoy your breakfast.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to Alleppey, a backwater retreat. Once you arrive in Alleppey, check in at the houseboat.
Houseboat stay would be unique experience for you. Your boat would sail through serene backwaters. Enjoy delicious cuisines freshly prepared by the chef on the houseboat.
Overnight stay on board.
Day 6: Departure from Alleppey / Transfer to Kochi (65 Km / Appx. 2 hrs.)After breakfast, check out from the houseboat and proceed to Kochi airport or Ernakulam railway station as per your onward travel connection.
End of the memorable tour!!