Itinerary Detailes
After arriving at Cochin airport (Assistance on arrival) Cochin, the commercial capital and most cosmopolitan city of Kerala, Cochin in Ernakulam is also known as “Queen of Arabian Sea” is one of the finest natural harbors in the World. This was one of the major centers for commerce and trade with British, Chinese, Portuguese, and Dutch etc.
Later check into hotel and go for local sightseeing of Cochin where you can visit Fort Kochi, Chinese Fishing Nets, Mattanchery, Sata Cruz Cathedral Basilica, Dutch Palace, Jew Street, Jewish Synagogue, St.Francis Church, Marine Drive. Later after sightseeing of cochin Overnight stay at Cochin
Day 2 : COCHIN TO MUNNAR VIA ATHIRAPALLY WATERFALLS
After having delightfull breakfast from Cochin hotel check out and Proceed to Munnar. En route to Munnar Visit Athirappilly Waterfalls,
Athirappilly Waterfalls-which is one of the best places to visit in Kerala. Athirappilly Falls is a famous waterfall in Kerala, a part of Chalakudy River and it is approximately 80 feet in height. Its white spray of water appears almost magical from the rocky road that swerves around the mountain! Spend precious time at waterall and later proceed to Munnar
Enroute to Munnar visit the beautiful Cheeyapara & Valara waterfalls. Enjoy the breathtaking and glorious waterfall cascade down the seven steps. Arrive at Munnar and check in to the resort. Munnar - Situated at the confluence of three mountain streams - Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundale, Munnar is situated 1600 Meter above sea level. Once the summer resort of erstwhile British Government in South India and the best hill station with sprawling tea plantations in the state. Blessed with a rich variety of flora and fauna with the most well known Neelakurinji (botanical name: Strobilanthus) flowering once in 12 years. Balance of the day you are at leisure to enjoy on your own also you will be later taken to visit Tata Tea Museum & The Blossom Garden. Back to Hotel by evening and Overnight Stay at Munnar.
Day 3 : MUNNAR SIGHTSEEING AND STAY
After breakfast proceed for local sightseeing of Munnar where you can visit Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, Tea Plantation,(closed on Monday), Eravikulam National Park (Closed during breeding season),Echo point,Photoshooting point. Munnar is also famous for Ayurveda Treatment and Massaging.Qualified physicians at the Ayurvedic treatment Centres provide a range of cures and treatments including sweat treatments, oil massages, yoga and meditation, Head, Face, Shoulder & Full Body massage at reasonable rates across Munnar. Back to Hotel and overnight stay at Munnar
Day 4 : THEKADY SIGHTSEEING AND STAY
Proceed to Thekkady in the morning after the breakfast; Thekkady. Situated within the confines of the Western Ghats in the southern Indian state of Kerala, Periyar National Park and Tiger Reserve is one of the most captivating wildlife parks in the world.This perennial source of water, which initially led to the submersion of large tracts of forestland, slowly attracted wild animals. It eventually resulted in the adjoining forests being granted protection. The vegetation is of moist deciduous type. Arrive at Thekkady and check in to the hotel.You are at leisure on this day to enjoy various activities at Thekkady. Activities available are – boating on periyar lake, spice plantation visit, Elephant safari, agricultural farm tour & sightseeing, nature walk, adventure trekking & camping, border hiking, bamboo rafting, jungle jeep safari, Kalaripayattu – the traditional martial art performance & Tribal art performance(Own cost) also visit the famous Periyar wildlife sanctuary. Overnight stay at Thekkady.
Day 5 : THEKADY TO GAVI FOR JEEP TREKING AND THEKADY STAY
This is day you can explore in and around Thekkady like spice plantation visit, or rafting in the lake or enjoy some activities like Elephant bath, elephant ride etc. Or you can opt for a Jeep Safari to the deep in to forest! (own cost) There are private agencies conducting this Jeep Safari which start early in the morning. The jeep will travel through the forest road to Gavi, another beautiful destination with gorgeous view of the hills and valleys. If lucky enough you can spot wild animals from short distance during this off road safari covers approximate 36km both ways! Back to hotel by evening & Overnight stay at Thekkady.
Day 6 : MADURAI SIGHTSEEING AND STAY
Check out from the hotel after a hearty breakfast and proceed to Madurai. Reach and check in to hotel and later proceed for Madurai sightseeing.
Madurai:-Highly significant with its cultural and historical background, the city has tourist attractions in plenty, the most prominent among them being The Meenakshi Temple with its towering gopurams and rare sculptures. Visit Madurai Meenakshi Amman temple & City Center . After Madurai Sightseeing proceed to hotel , check in to hotel and overnight stay at Madurai
Day 7 : RAMESWARAM SIGHTSEEING AND STAY
After a hearty breakfast check out from the hotel and proceed to Rameswaram. Reach and check in to hotel. Later proceed for Rameswaram sightseeing. In the Hindu mythology Rameshwaram is considered a sacred place for the Hindus. Legends have it that Lord Rama built a bridge across the sea, from Rameshwaram, to rescue his consort Sita, from the clutches of the demon king, Ravana. Rameshwaram is known as the Varanasi of south India. Visit the historic places such as, Agnitheertham, Dhanushkodi and Pamban Bridge. Dhanushkodi is an abandoned town at the south-eastern tip of Pamban Island of the state of Tamil Nadu in India. It is situated to the South-East of Pamban and is about 18 miles (29 km) west of Talaimannar in Sri Lanka. The town was destroyed during the 1964 Rameswaram cyclone and remains uninhabited in the aftermath! Return to Hotel and overnight stay at Rameswaram
Day 8 : KANYAKUMARI SIGHTSEEING AND STAY
Morning after breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to Kanyakumari.
Kanyakumari, literally means the virgin, the cape owes its Indian name to Hindu mythology. Arrive at Kanyakumari and proceed for a sightseeing tour. At the Cape Comorin - the southernmost tip in the sub-continent, the three mighty oceans viz. the Bay of Bengal, the Indian Ocean and the Arabian Sea meet. Significant landmarks include the Kumari Amman Temple dedicated to the Goddess Parvati, the Gandhi Memorial where an urn containing the Mahatma's ashes are kept, the Vivekananda Memorial - built in memory of Swami Vivekananda exuding a calm and peace rarely found elsewhere and the Church of our Lady Ransom starkly etched against the beautiful shoreline.Overnight stay at Kanyakumari.
Day 9 : KANYAKUMARI TO KOVALAM VIA POOVAR ISLAND
Morning watch Sunrise and after a hearty breakfast check out from the hotel and proceed to Kovalam.
En route visit Poovar Island. Poovar is a small coastal, fisherman village about 60Km from Kanyakumari. This is a beautiful island which is surrounded by River called Neyyar. During heavy monsoon the river carry sand and mud and an Estuary is formed which become the present form of Poovar. The river, which ends it flow at Arabian Sea, become wider and it appears to be a lake! Enjoy boating in the beautiful Poovar Lake (own cost) through the Mago Groves and Kandal Trees.
Later proceed to Kovalam and explore Kovalam!Kovalam is breathtakingly beautiful and a haven of peace and tranquility, the idyllic tourist destination in Kerala. Kovalam offers an excellent diversity with Kovalam beach to suit all desires and occasions.
Kovalam has three beaches, Samudra Beach, Sankumukam Beach & Lighthouse Beach, separated by rocky outcroppings in its 17 km coastline, the three together form the famous crescent of the Kovalam beach. Light House beach is the most famous among them. For its calmness and any age group person can swim in there without any fear! Also there is option to enjoy own cost Water Sports activities in Kovalam beach like Scuba Diving, Snorkelling, Parasailing, Wind Surfing, Kayakomg etc. Back to hotel & overnight stay at Kovalam.
Day 10 : TRIVANDRUM SIGHTSEEING AND KOVALAM STAY
Morning relax at beach & after breakfast proceed to Trivandrum for City Tour. Thiruvananthapuram, commonly known by its former name Trivandrum, is the capital of the Indian state of Kerala. It is the most populous city in Kerala, located on the west coast of India near the extreme south of the mainland. Thiruvananthapuram referred to by Mahatma Gandhi as the "Evergreen city of India". Local tour of Trivandrum includes Sri Padmanabhaswami Temple, Trivandrum Zoo, Kuthiramalika Palace & Museum. Afternoon return to Kovalam, fully enjoyment & relaxation at Kovalam Beach. Overnight stay at Kovalam.
Day 11 : ALLAPPEY HOUSEBOAT STAY ENROUTE VISIT JATAYU NATURE PARK
In the morning after breakfast proceed to Alleppey .En route visit Jtayu Earth’s Center, the new born travel destination of Kerala. This park has been named after the mythical bird, Jatayu, who attempted to rescue Sita from Ravana. It is believed to be built on the exact spot where Jatayu fell post his fight with Ravana. Reach Jatayu and go to the top of Bird Sculpture, the world’s largest bird sculpture, in Cable Car . Also visit Rama Temple which is built just near to the Jatayu bird sculpture. Spend some time enjoying at the Park. After enjoying Jatayu proceed to Alleppey, the district of immense natural beauty, Allappey :-Located on the other side of the Vembanad lake, lies this beautiful town otherwise called as the Venice of The East. Coir making is a major cottage industry in the region. The sun-dried fibres are then bundled into bales and later machine twisted to make ropes. Various other products like coir mattress, coir curtains, coir doormats, etc..Arrive at Alleppey and board the houseboat at noon for a backwater cruise .While cruising in these floating luxury- villas, let your eyes settle for the rare and the unusual - skim past Chinese fishing nets, bowed- down paddy fields, and local inhabitants engaged in making coir products, rustic homes, and ancient temples and swaying coconut groves. Overnight stay in houseboat.
Day 12 : DEPART FROM COCHIN
This is the last day of your trip in God’s Own Country! After a hearty breakfast check out from the Houseboat around 9AM and proceed to Cochin International Ariport. En route to airport we will take you to Lullu Mall, Asia’s Largest Shopping Mall. Do shopping at at Lulu Mall for 1 – 2 Hours and as per your flight timing will dop at airport. Board your flight back with sweet memories of your holidays in Kerala!
Package Profile
Kerala and Tamil Nadu the abode of the silent backwaters, azure canals, lush and evergreen coconut groves, and warm hearted locals, is one of the most picturesque holiday destinations in the country. Fondly called the “God’s Own Country”, it is adorned by the Arabian Sea and casts a magical spell on the visitors! Within this 12Days and 11Nights Exotic Kerala Tour, you will be taken to some of the most stunning holiday destinations in Kerala. From hill station to backwater region, tribal village to prismatic beach, you will get to enjoy all the aspects of Kerala’s meticulous beauty within this tour.
Inclusions
- Accommodation
- Breakfast
- Driver Bata
- Taxes
- Toll
- Cab Transport
- Parking Fees
- Airport Pickup
- Ac will run from 9PM to 6AM In Dlx Ac Houseboat.
- All Expenses related vehicle like toll, parking, driver bata
- Welcome Drink in Hotels/Houseboat
Exclusions
- Telephone
- Treatments
- Monument Entrance Fees
- Laundry
- Park Entrance Fees
- Tips