DAY 01:Cochin
Upon arrival our representative will greet you at Kochi Airport/Railway Station. Later proceed to Munnar, which is breathtakingly beautiful, a haven of peace and tranquility - the idyllic tourist destination in God's own country. On the way you can also watch the adorable waterfalls in Cheeyappara and colourful flowers in Blossom Garden. Explore rest of the day along with the nature. Overnight stay at the Hotel/Resort.
DAY 02:Munnar
After breakfast proceed for a morning sightseeing trip of Munnar visiting the Eravikulam National Park where you can see the very rare mountain goats natively called the Nilgiri Tahr. Visit Tea Museum and Mattupetty Lake & Dam & Kundala Lake. Enroute visit Echo Point, View Point & green carpet of Tea Gardens. Overnight stay at Munnar Hotel/Resort.
DAY 03:Munnar & Thekkady
After breakfast proceed to Thekkady which offers diverse attractions like Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Hill Station and Spice Plantation. Here you can go for a Wildlife cruise to view a large variety of wildlife like Wild Elephants, Nilgiri Langur, Sambar Deer, Wild Bison and quite a lot of unique birds can also be spotted. You can recreate yourself by indulging in optional (chargeable basis) activities like Spice Plantation Tour, Bamboo Rafting, Trekking and Elephant ride. Overnight stay at the Hotel/Resort.
DAY 04:Thekkady & Kumarakom
After breakfast, check-out and proceed to Kumarakom. The major attraction is the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary where a profusion of all kinds of birds can be observed such as Siberian storks, cuckoo, wild duck, egrets, darters, herons, teal and water fowl. Overnight stay at Kumarakom Hotel/Resort
DAY 05:Kumarakom & Alleppey
After breakfast, check-out and proceed to Alleppey. Alleppey with a large network of inland canals earning it the sobriquet "Venice of the East". These large networks of canals with spectacular Backwaters, Beaches, Marine products & Coir industry provide Alleppey its lifeline. Evening enjoy the sunset at Alleppey Beach. Overnight stay at Alleppey Hotel/Resort.
If Houseboat Stay:
After breakfast proceed to Alleppey boat Jetty, board the traditionally decorated houseboats and begin the enchanting backwater cruise. The backwaters of Kerala is a unique product of Kerala and is found no where else in the world. A glide in a "Kettuvallam" (Houseboat) through the enchanting backwater is sure to rob your heart. Lunch, Dinner & Overnight stay at Alleppey Houseboat.
DAY 06:Alleppey & Kovalam
After breakfast, check-out and proceed to Kovalam beach. Kovalam is known as the "Paradise of the South". Visit the crescent shaped beaches of Kovalam i.e. Samudra Beach, Hawa Beach & Lighthouse Beach. With high rock promontory and a calm bay of blue waters, this beach paradise creates a unique aquarelle on moonlight nights. Overnight stay at Kovalam Hotel/Resort.
DAY 07:Kovalam & Trivandrum
After breakfast proceed for the full day sightseeing of Trivandrum. The temple of Anantha, the Sri Padmanabhaswamy temple is the most religious icon of the city. Other sightseeing places are Trivandrum Zoo, Srichitra Art Gallery, Veli Tourist Village and Shangumugham Beach where one can watch the amazing sunset. Overnight stay at Kovalam Hotel/Resort.
DAY 08:Trivandrum
After breakfast pack your baggages with a promise to return once again to this Paradise. Check-out and proceed on time to board your flight/train with sweet memories of your holidays. We await for your next visit. Bon Voyage. Service ends.
DAY 01:Cochin & Kumarakom
Arrival at the Cochin Airport where our tour representative meets you. Have an assisted transfer to Kumarakom, popular all around the world for its backwater tourism. The lush greenery and the tranquil surroundings of this pristine village allure an amazing number of travelers from all around the world. It also boasts of being home to a vast variety of resident and migratory birds. As you reach Kumarakom, check-into the hotel. After the formalities, you can explore the place as per your preference. Stay overnight.
DAY 02:Kumarakom Sightseeing
Day 2 of the tour is scheduled for sightseeing in Kumarakom. In the morning, visit the Kumarakom beach to indulge in fun activities such as swimming and water sports, later on you can visit Vaikom Mahadev temple that is dedicated to Rishi Parshuram, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Finally, in the late afternoon, going on-board a sunset cruise would be an ideal option to treat your eyes to the scenery spread all around. Vembanad Lake is the largest lake in Kerala popular for its cruise options where the tourists can spot varied colorful birds. Overnight in Kumarakom.
DAY 03:Kumarakom & Alleppey
Start your day with an early morning bird watching safari at the very well-known Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, also known as Vembanad Bird Sanctuary, which is spread in 14 acres of land. Opting for a boat trip and spot over 100 avifauna species including kingfishers, water ibis, Indian Darter, herons, pin-tailed duck, osprey, wood beetles, larks, flycatchers, Siberian cranes, teal, water duck, owl, cuckoo, steppe eagle and more. In the afternoon, hit the road to Alleppey, an important backwater destination of Kerala. Upon arrival, check-in at a houseboat, locally known as kettuvallam. This well-equipped houseboat takes you to the prime attractions near the Punnamda Lake. Spot various kinds of resident and migratory birds. Stay overnight on-board.
DAY 04:Alleppey-Departure from Cochin
On the last day Serene Backwaters of Kerala tour, check-out from the houseboat. Later, get on-time transferred to Cochin Airport to go aboard the flight for your onward journey.
DAY 01:Cochin to Thekkady/Periyar
Starts from Cochin and reaches Thekkady by afternoon. Thekkady sightseeing and stay at Thekkady.
DAY 02:Thekkady/Periyar sightseeing
Sightseeing destinations in Thekkady includes Periyar wild life sanctuary where you can see wild elephant, boar, deer, the great Indian tiger and more, Mullaperiyar dam and spice plantations tour where one can shop exotic spices. In the evening you can go for boat cruise in the lake and experience the wilderness, Enjoy watching martial arts of Kerala, Kathakali, elephant ride, bamboo rafting, jeep safari, natural walk, jungle patrol, trekking and can go for Ayurveda massages (optional). Overnight stay at Thekkady.
DAY 03:Thekkady to Cochin
Drive to Cochin for sightseeing. Cochin sightseeing includes Fort Cochin, Navy museum, St. Francis Church, Chinese fishing nets, Santa Cruz Basilica, Mattanchery palace, Jewish synagogue, Marine drive, Marine walk way, boating, Tripunitura Hill palace. You can find some time for shopping at Cochin. Our representative will leave you at Cochin Airport/Railway station/Bus stand and will do necessary support there.
DAY 01:Calicut
Arrival at Calicut Airport /Railway station and transfer to hotel. Afternoon proceed for local sightseeing of Calicut - the traditional capital of Northern Kerala under the Samuthiri rule. The sightseeing attractions in this legendary city include Calicut Beach, Thali Temple, Kappad Beach, Pazhassiraja Museum, Beypore Beach. Overnight stay in Calicut.
DAY 02:Wayanad
After breakfast check out from the hotel and drive to Wayanad, on arrival check into the hotel. Spend the day at leisure. Overnight stay is in Wayanad.
DAY 03:Wayand
After breakfast proceed for local sightseeing of Wayanad. Set at an altitude of 700 - 2100 m above sea level, Wayanad is one of the districts in Kerala that has been able to retain its pristine nature. The fast-flowing rivers - Panamaram, Mananthavady and Kabini add to the beauty of Wayanad. Sightseeing attractions in Wayanad include Pookoda Lake, Lakkadi, Kuruva Island, Edakkal Cave. Overnight stay is arranged in Wayanad.
DAY 04:Wayanad-Departure from Calicut
Morning, after breakfast check out from the hotel and drive to Calicut airport / Railway station for your onward journey, feeling contented about a wonderful holiday you spent in the God's Own Country.
DAY 01:Aaranmula
Arrival at Cochin/Trivandrum. Proceed to Aranmula. Check in and after lunch visit the manufacturing place of Aaranmula Kannadi. Visit Aaranmula Uthrittathi Jalotsavam and enjoy a trip in Kettuvallam through Pamba River and Light refreshment with Real Kerala style traditional food.
DAY 02:Nilackal
After breakfast proceed to Konni to visit Aanakkude and Adavi for 'Adavi Bowl Boat riding'. Proceed to Nilackal Jungle (Gavi Forest area) via, Perunthenaruvi Waterfalls. Evening could be well spend by a peaceful walkthorugh forest nature. After dinner can proceed with Night safari (Approximate 2 hours). Stay at Nilackal.
DAY 03:Gavi
At 8 am start the adventurous trip to Gavi (Approximate 80 Kms, through forest . Lunch at forest (Gavi Ecopaara/Dam site). After Lunch can proceed with Boating/nature walk at Kochupamba Dam. Coffee and snacks at Gavi – Kochupamba Dam site. Enroute Kuttikkanam via Parunthumpara. Stay at Kuttikanam.
DAY 04:Wagamon
Early morning after viewing sunrise proceed to Wagamon via, old Pampanar road through Tea Plantation. Visit Paanchalimedu as well and stay at Wagamon
DAY 06:Departure
After breakfast proceed to Cochin/Trivandrum as per convenience.
DAY 01:Alleppey
Arrival at Alleppey Railway station, meet and transfer you to the Hotel. After check in proceed to Kuttanad. Kuttanad lies sandwiched between the sea and the hills. Kuttanad is an intricate structure of interconnecting passages of subdued flickering light waterways composed of lakes, canals, rivers and streamlet. Tropical greenery, it offers a glimpse into rural Kerala life-styles. The narrow canals and dense vegetation to open vistas and dazzling green paddy fields. Other activities includes rice farming demo, local back water fishing and country boat ride through narrow canals, village walk, also evening visit the Alleppey beach. Overnight at Hotel in Alleppey.
DAY 02:Houseboat
After breakfast Leisure at the hotel. Around 11am checkout and proceed to Houseboat. Check into the houseboat on arrival (check in time 12.00 Noon). Enjoy the day with a backwater cruise on the Vembanad Lake. Overnight stay is on the houseboat.
DAY 03:Departure
AMorning at leisure on Houseboat experience the pollution free air and after a good breakfast at 09:00 am check out from houseboat and we drop you at the Alleppey railway station for your onward journey.
DAY 01:Cochin & Athirapally
Arrival at Cochin. Drive to Athirapally Vazhachal waterfalls. The waterfalls attraction is a recurring motif echoing with the pulse of nature creating soothing sounds. This 80ft high famous waterfall starts calmly from the high ranges and crashes down through gorges overhung with trees. Its white spray of water appears almost magical from the rocky road that swerves around the mountain. Stay at Cochin
DAY 02:Cochin & Alleppey[Stay in Houseboat]
Leaving to Alleppey in the morning. Enjoy the backwaters, scenery and different places for 21hrs in Kerala Style House boats from 12Noon. In the houseboat you will be greeted with welcome drink, tea, snacks, mineral water, lunch, dinner and breakfast
DAY 03:Alleppey & Cochin
Visit Alleppey beach and drive to Cochin for sightseeing. Cochin sightseeing includes fort cochin, navy museum, St. Francis church, Chinese fishing net, Santa clause basilica, Mattanchery palace, Jewish synagogue, Marian drive, Marine walk way, boating, Tripunitura hill palace. You can find some time for shopping at Cochin. Our representative will leave you at Cochin Airport/Railway station/Bus stand and will do necessary support there.
DAY 01:Cochin
On your arrival in Cochin you will be escorted to your hotel by our representative. Cochin is located between the blue waters of the Arabian Sea and Kerala’s emerald backwaters, it’s truly unusual sights like the Chinese fishing nets and its quaint quiet localities of the Jewish Quarters demand the attention of all who travel to Kerala. In the evening you have the option of watching a Kathakali Dance Programme. Overnight stay at Cochin.
DAY 02:Cochin-Houseboat
After breakfast, check-out from the hotel, our driver will take you to the Kerala House Boat. Cruising around the village and the lake provides facilities for boating, yachting, fishing , surf riding & swimming . Lunch, dinner and breakfast will be served onboard. Overnight stay at House Boat.Enjoy the scenic backwater life and the spectacular beauty of Kerala on the houseboat or Kettuvallam. The houseboats are called Kettuvallam, meaning a boat made by tying pieces of wood together. Unbelievable as it may sound, not a single nail is used in the making of a Kettuvallam. This month's lens view takes you to the backwater stretch of the Vembanad Lake, where one can go for a leisurely cruise on a multi deck boat.
DAY 03:Cochin - Munnar
After breakfast on the houseboat you will disembark at Cochin and drive to Munnar. Munnar is an idyllic tourist destination in God's own country. Set at an altitude of 6000 ft in Idukki district, Munnar was the favored summer resort of the erstwhile British rulers in the colonial days. Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 04:Munnar
After breakfast, you can explore the picturesque hill station of Munnar. Munnar is an unending expanse of tea plantations - pristine valleys and mountains-exotic species of flora and fauna in its wild sanctuaries and forests - aroma of spice scented cool air - all these and more.Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 05:Munnar - Thekkady
After breakfast, check-out and depart by surface to Thekkady. Arrive Thekkady and rest of the day at leisure for independent activity. Overnight at hotel.
DAY 06:Thekkady - Kovalam
After breakfast, day at Leisure to explore on the beach. Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 07:Kovalam
After breakfast, day at Leisure to explore on the beach. Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 08:Kovalam/Trivandrum
After breakfast, drive to Trivandrum for a brief sightseeing tour and visit the famous Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Rebuilt in 1733, it is an excellent example of South Indian architecture. Visit the Zoological Park (except Mondays), Napier Museum with its bronze collection, Sri Chitra Art Gallery with paintings from various schools; from countries like China, Japan, Java and Bali. (Both closed on Mon/Wed mornings.)After sightseeing of Trivandrum drive to Cochin, check-in to the hotel and stay overnight at Cochin.
DAY 09:Cochin
After breakfast, ease at your own.
Optional: Ayurveda Massage
Ayurveda, the science of life, was originated in India and is best flourishing in Kerala. Ayurveda in Kerala is the best as nowhere else you can find the most professional practitioners of this medical system. Kerala Ayurveda practitioners have kept the 5000 years old tradition of Ayurveda in the most original form.
DAY 01:ARRIVAL AT COCHIN
Proceed to Munnar after formalities at the Cochin airport. Enroute enjoy the scenic waterfalls of Valara and Cheeyappara. Take time to spend the day shopping and visiting spice plantations and tea gardens. Overnight stay at the resort.
DAY 02:MUNNAR SIGHTSEEING
After breakfast venture out for boating in Kundala and Mattupetty dams and trekking at the Eravikulam national park to spot the Nilgiri mountain Tahr. The echo point and shops selling forest goods are good places to hangout. Top station is a major attraction to get a bird’s eye view of the neighboring hill station of Ooty. Proceed to thekkady after checkout from resort. Overnight stay at Thekkady
DAY 03:THEKKADY BOATING
After breakfast start your sightseeing with a jungle safari and boating in Periyar tiger reserve. Visit the gap road view point and take an elephant ride to the jungles. Return to the resort for overnight stay.
DAY 04:VAGAMON SIGHTSEEING
After breakfast start your journey to Vagamon. The famous Kurisumala, pine forests and meadows welcome you to a world of magical beauty. The Vagamon falls and suicide point are other places along with tea gardens that offer a soothing sight for your eyes. Overnight stay at the resort.
DAY 05:KUMARAKOM BOAT CRUISE
Post breakfast start your journey to Kumarakom for the famed boat cruise on the back waters. Enjoy the delicious seafood lunch and the wonderful sights of villages surrounded by water on all sides. Overnight stay on the boat.
DAY 06:DEPARTURE
After breakfast return to Cochin airport for departure with sweet memories and a load of fun that gives you relaxation and rejuvenation. We are waiting for your return again next year. There are more beautiful sights untouched by humans so that they give you a reason to ask for more from your trip to Kerala.