Day 01 : Arrival at Cochin |
You are greeted on arrival at Kochi International Airport/Railway station and thereafter transfer to Hotel. Afternoon you can go for the sightseeing of Cochin. Here you can see the St Francis Church, the oldest Church in India, 500 year old Portuguese Houses, Chinese fishing nets, 16th century Synagogue, Jew Town and Mattancherry Palace, built by Portuguese, this Palace contains some of India’s most beautiful murals. Evening go for shopping. Overnight at Cochin Hotel. |
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Day 02 : Munnar |
Morning drive to Munnar covering a distance of 130 kms / 4 hrs enroute visit Cheyyappara Waterfalls. On the way to Munnar you can see tea gardens spread like a green carpet over hundreds of kilometers, lush green hills, a place so difficult to describe, very low population too far from pollution, most of the area covered by Tata tea. On arrival check into the hotel. Overnight in Munnar. |
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Day 03 : Munnar |
Morning sightseeing in Munnar which includes Raja Malai, a top peak of Munnar where you may see Neel Thar (mountain goats), Pothamedu, Mattupetty, Eco-Point etc. You can also enjoy boating in the Lake (optional). Overnight stay in Munnar. |
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Day 04 : Thekkady (Periyar) |
Morning after breakfast continue to Thekkady the famous wild life sanctuary of South India. On arrival check in at hotel. Periyar wildlife sanctuary, home to nomadic tribes of wild elephant, boar, deer, the great Indian tiger and more. After noon Visit spice plantations like cardamom, cinnamon, pepper, coffee, tea estates etc Overnight in Thekkady. |
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Day 05 : Kumarakom |
Today morning after breakfast drive to Kumarakom. On arrival check in to a beautiful Backwater Resort. Afternoon free to relax at the resort. Overnight stay in Kumarkom. |
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Day 06 : Houseboat (Alleppey Round) |
Today morning after breakfast you can board a Premium/Luxury Houseboat of Kerala Style. Rest of the day is spent cruising through the backwaters of Alleppey. This will be a fabulous way to explore the fascinating beauty of the backwaters. Stay overnight in the Houseboat. |
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Day 07 : Trivandrum - Kovalam |
Morning after breakfast, check out from houseboat and transfer you to Kovalam, enriched with rich Greenery of Coconut Palms and laced with golden sands. On arrival check in at a beach resort. Rest of the day free to relax and enjoy the beach. Stay overnight at Kovalam. |
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Day 08 : Trivandrum – Kanyakumari – Trivandrum |
drive to Kanyakumari, the southern tip of India, the meeting place of three great occeans. On the way visit Padmanbhapuram Palace and Suchendra Temple. Visit famous Vivekandha Rock in the sea meeting place. Also enjoy the beauty of sunset. Overnight stay at Trivandrum instead of TVC. |
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Day 09 : Kovalam - Trivandrum - Kovalam |
Today morning after breakfast you can go for Trivandrum City tour which includes Padmananhaswamy temple, Horse Palace, Napier Museum, Zoo and the Srichitra Art Gallery. Later drive back to the hotel for Lunch. Evening free to enjoy the beach. Stay overnight in Kovalam. |
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Day 10 : Departure |
Morning after breakfast transfer to Trivandrum International airport for your flight back home. |
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