Kerala, a state on India's tropical Malabar Coast, has nearly 600km of Arabian Sea shoreline. It's known for its palm-lined beaches and backwaters, a network of canals. Inland are the Western Ghats, mountains whose slopes support tea, coffee and spice plantations as well as wildlife. National parks like Eravikulam and Periyar, plus Wayanad and other sanctuaries, are home to elephants, langur monkeys and tigers.
Day 1: Arrive Cochin to Munnar
Meet on arrival at Cochin airport, proceed to Munnar (Approx 150kms/4hrs) one of the most popular Hill Station marked by vast expanses of tea plantations with the combination of valleys, streams, cliff, picture book towns, winding lanes making it an irresistible place. The day at leisure, relax at hotel.
Overnight in Munnar Hotel
Day 2: Munnar sightseeing
After breakfast, proceed to see some spectacular sightseeing in Munnar covering Mount Carmel, the first Catholic Church in the high ranges, tea factory, Tata Tea Museum, Eco Point , Top Station-the topmost point in Munnar, Mattupetty Dam and hydel park Munnar. Evening is at leisure.
Overnight in Munnar Hotel
Day 3: Munnar sightseeing
After breakfast, Full day at leisure on own(vehicle available for local use within city limits).
Overnight in Munnar Hotel.
Day 4: Munnar to Thekkady
After breakfast drive to Thekkady (Approx 120kms/3hrs) is located in IddUnited Kingdomi district of Kerala, one of the most important tourist destinations in India. Fascinating wildlife sanctuaries & exotic spices are the major attractions in Thekkady. Evening visit the periyar lake – major tourist attraction. You may take a cruise & try your luck to view some wild life. (Optional)
Overnight in Thekkady Hotel.
Day 5: Thekkady to Kumarakom
After Breakfast Check out from the hotel and drive to Kumarakom(Approx 130 kms/3.5 hrs). After Breakfast drive to Kumarakom a charming village on the Eastern bank of Vembanad Lake surrounded by paddy fields. The lake's majestic canal, streams and distributaries along its banks weave an intricate and enchantingly beautiful web. Arrive & check into your hotel (Later vehicle will not be provided). Spend this day at leisure to indulge in the Southern charm of Kerala – Enjoy Kerala Ayurvedic massage or Spa treatments in the unhurried pace on direct payment with the hotel. (Optional)
Overnight in Kumarakom Hotel.
Day 6: Kumarakom-Allepey
After Breakfast Check out from the hotel and proceed for boarding Houseboat in Alleppey(Approx 50 kms/2 hrs) .This is the best place to explore a slow moving life, where time nearly stops in the calm and peaceful waters, lined by lush green coconut trees. Embark the House Boat from the Jetty. On the houseboat you will experience the serene pace of life in the backwaters and also appreciate the beauty of the water birds. Lunch & Dinner on Board.
Overnight in Alleppey.
Day 7: Alleppey to Cochin
After Breakfast Check out from the hotel and transfer to Cochin airport / railway station (Approx 70 kms, 2 hours) for your onward destination.
A big thanks to Regent Travels for making our holiday so special.Thank you once again for your assistance.
