Cochin - Munnar - Thekkaddy - Kumarakom - Alleppey (Houseboat) - Kovalam - Trivandrum
Arrive Cochin - This city, with one of the finest Natural harbours in the World, has been Kerala’s center of trade for innumerable centuries. With its beautiful setting on a cluster of islands, narrow peninsulas and a long history. Immigration / customs. Welcome with Personalized banner and flower Garlands Transfer to hotel in the air-conditioned Coach Overnight at the hotel.
Morning city tour of Cochin. Cochin has one of the oldest churches in India, 500 years old Portuguese houses, cantilevered Chinese fishing nets, the historical Palace built by the Portuguese, Jew town, complete with an immaculately preserved synagogues. Also visit Mantanacherrry Palace : Built by the Portuguese. More important are the astonishing Murals, depicting scenes from the Ramayana, Mahabaratha and puranic legends connected with Shiva, Vishnu, Krishna Kumara and Durga. These beautiful murals rarely seem to be mentioned, although they are one of the wonders of India. Overnight at the hotel.
Morning proceed for Munnar, located at the Idukki district of Kerala State in India. The word "Munnar" means three rivers. 3 mountain streams (Madurapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala) are joining together here. During the British rule in India, Munnar was the summer resort of the Government officials. The natural beauty, calmness and mild cold climate throughout the year makes it the favourite tourist place There are about 30 tea plantations in and around Munnar. The tea estates, hills, lakes and forests inside Munnar range exposes it's beauty. The Munnar hills are covered by tea plants which makes the feeling of seeing a wide green carpet. Later in the afternoon visit Kannan Devan Hills from here you can have a panoramic view of Munnar Tea Estates & the Lake of Munnar. Overnight at the hotel.
Morning proceed to Thekkady or Periyar National Park set high in the ranges of the Western Ghats in Kerala. Arrive and check in to the hotel. In the afternoon we set out to discover the park, animals found here include elephant, sambar, gaur and wild Animals found here include elephant, sambar, gaur and wild boars and birds like ibis and grey heron. The visit is done in a boat to view animals with a bit of extra luck we may be able to see the rare tiger as well. Overnight at the hotel.
Morning drive to Kumarakom, on arrival transfer to Lake Side Resorts. Rest of the day is free to visit Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary or take canoe ride in the narrow canals (back waters), or just relax at the hotel & opt for an ayurvedic massage. Overnight in Kumarakom.
Morning houseboat will report at the hotel/ resort in Kumarakom board the houseboats & cruise to Alleppey for an overnight cruise. The journey will take us through the tropical countryside enchanting backwaters of Alleppey to Palm fringed narrow canals winding through the vast expanse of paddy fields and the neat tiny hamlets, typical villages and regattas (boats snakes) for which Kerala is very famous. Evening enjoy sunset from the sun-deck of the houseboats. All meals will be served on houseboats. Overnight on board.
Arrive Alleppey jetty at 0900 hrs, assistance on arrival continue your journey to Kovalam – sand beaches, the cool breeze that silently ruffles the coconut lagoons, the lush waves that extend an embracing welcome and the silence that magnifies the zenith of a cool wave - the beach sands of Kovalam, the exotic beach resort down Kerala that has its history blended into the warm sands of time. There are stories of valour, love and suffering wanting to be told in the backyards of history. Overnight at the hotel.
Morning tour of Trivandrum city, the capital of the state of Kerala is a beautiful seaside city built on seven hills. The famous Sri Padmanabhaswamy Swami Temple is dedicated to Vishnu and is a landmark in the city. Later drive to Cape Camorin also known as Kanya Kumari - 84 kms, this place is at the tail tip end of India, one can see the 3 seas meet over here (Arabian Sea, Indian Ocean & bay of Bengal) on arrival visit Kumari Amman Devi Temple, Vivekananda Rock & Ashram, enjoy sunset over here & drive back to Kovalam for overnight.
Day at leisure near the beach. Overnight at hotel.
In time transfer to Trivandrum airport to board the flight back home.
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