Day by Day itineraryDay 1: Kochi – Munnar (130 km/ appx. 31/2-4hrs.) Upon arrival at Kochi airport or Ernakulam station, proceed to Munnar. A scenic journey through hills and mountains takes you to hill Munnar, one of the most famous hill stations in South India.
Once you arrive in Munnar, check in at the hotel. Later you can explore this beautiful town or take rest in your hotel.
Stay at Munnar.
Day 2: Sightseeing of MunnarAfter taking breakfast at the hotel, go for tour of Munnar.
In this tour, visit Mattupetty dam, various tourist points in Munnar, Devikulam and tea estates.
Stay at Munnar.
Day 3: Munnar – Thekkady (120 km/ appx. 3hrs.)After taking your breakfast, proceed to Thekkady.
Thekkady is known for Periyar wildlife sanctuary and spice plantations.
Check in at the hotel and quickly get refreshed. Later proceed for sightseeing tour of Thekkady.
Visit spice plantations around and other tourist places. You can also have a nature walk.
Stay at Thekkady.
Day 4: Periyar wildlife sanctuary /Thekkady –Kumarakom (120 Km/ appx. 2 1/2-3 hrs) At 6 am, proceed to visit Periyar wildlife sanctuary. Take a boat ride in lake Periyar. You can see variety of animals and birds during this enjoyable boat ride.
After this wonderful trip, back to your hotel. After having breakfast, proceed to Kumarakom.
Once you arrive at Kumarakom, check in at the hotel. Later proceed for sightseeing tour. Visit Kumarakom bird sanctuary, house boat jetty and tiny villages located on the banks of backwaters.
Stay at Kumarakom.
Day 5: Kumarakom – Alleppey (52 Km / appx. 1 hr.)After having breakfast, at 10.30 am, proceed to Alleppey for your houseboat stay.
Upon arrival, check in at the houseboat.
Enjoy serenity of backwaters as houseboat sails through. You can also see villages and scenic islands in the backwaters.
Stay on the houseboat is really an unique experience. While enjoying the backwaters, you would have delicious cuisines on board prepared and served fresh!!
Stay on houseboat.
Day 6: Alleppey– Kovalam (170 Km / appx. 4 hrs.)After having breakfast, at 10.30 am, proceed to Kovalam, one of the most popular beaches in India.
Upon arrival, check in at the hotel.
After you get refreshed, visit various beaches in and around Kovalam. The famous beaches are Hawa beach, Light House beach and Ashoka beach. You can also enjoy water sports activities on the beaches.
Stay at Kovalam.
Day 7: Kovalam– Trivandrum – Kovalam (20 Km/ appx. 1 hr. one way)After breakfast, at 10.30 am, go for city tour on Trivandrum, capital city of Kerala.
Visit famous Padmanabhaswami temple(dhoti for gentlemen and saree for ladies is mandatory to wear). Later visit Palace museum and Raja Ravi Varma Art Gallery.
Back to Kovalam. In rest of the time,you can roam around on beach in Kovalam.
Stay at Kovalam.
Day 8: Kovalam– Trivandrum (20 Km / appx. 1hr.)It’s time to say good bye to vivid Kerala.
After having breakfast, transfer to Trivandrum airport or railway station, as per your train/flight connection.
End of magnificent tour!!