Cochin – Munnar – Thekkady – Alleppey – Kovalam – Departure
Tour Overview
Kerala is always a dream vacation destination for travellers from all over the world. Stunning beaches, backwaters, mountains, and wildlife draw people to Kerala. This week-long tour of Kerala will cover the state's centre and southern regions and feature all of its top attractions. The Kerala tour will begin in Cochin with a heritage walk to Fort Kochi and then transport you to the Munnar Mountains where you get to see the lovely Tea gardens. All wildlife and photography enthusiasts should visit Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. Come to Alleppey for a one-of-a-kind houseboat cruise stay and to sail across Kerala's backwaters. Your Kerala tour comes to an end in Kovalam where you can unwind by the beach. While on your Kerala tour, you can take advantage of the best Ayurvedic treatments in the world by staying in hotels and resorts. You will have lifelong memories from this Kerala tour.
Day 01 : Arrive Cochin
Arrive at Cochin (Kochi) international airport and meet our company representative at the arrival hall. We will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel for check-in.
Cochin or Kochi has been a port since 1341, when a flood carved out its harbor and opened it to Arab, Chinese and European merchants.
Overnight at Cochin hotel
Day 02 : Cochin Tour and drive to Munnar (4 hour drive/135 kilometers)
After breakfast, we will leave for a half day tour of Cochin visiting the Fort Kochi Area. A leisurely walk is the best way to discover the historic Fort Kochi. An obscure fishing village that became the first European township in India. Visit various churches and other historical buildings in Fort Kochi.
In the afternoon, drive to Munnar, a pleasing journey riding through the picturesque hills jacketed in greenish tea and spice plantations. Munnar is situated at the confluence of three mountain streams Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. Sprawling tea plantations, pristine valleys, mountains and aroma of spice scented cool air make Munnar is a resort town. Upon arrival; check-in to the hotel and rest of the day free at leisure.
Overnight at Munnar hotel
Day 03 : Munnar Tour
Enjoy a beautiful day in Munnar by visiting Eravikulam National Park at Rajamala (Here you can see the Nilgiri Thar), Echo Point, Mattupetty Lake and Dam, Tea Plantations and Tea processing factory, Kundale Lake, Anayirankal Dam, Gap Point etc.
Overnight at Munnar hotel
Day 04 : Munnar to Thekkady (3 hour drive/ 110 kilometers)
After breakfast check-out from the hotel and drive to Thekkady; unending chains of hills and spices scented plantations. Periyar Forest of Thekkady is one of the finest wild life reserves in India and spread across the entire district are picturesque plantations and hill towns that hold great opportunities for treks and mountain walks. Upon arrival in Thekkady, check-in to the hotel and later proceed to visit the Periyar Lake to witness the wildlife around the lake. In the evening, visit spice market and spice plantations. Thekkady is famous for Pepper, Cardamom, Vanilla, Cinnamon and spices.
Overnight at Thekkady hotel
Day 05 : Thekkady to Alleppey (4 hour drive/130 kilometers)
After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and drive down to Alleppey. Alleppey; caressed by the Arabian Sea in the west and a vast network of Lakes, Lagoons and freshwater rivers criss-crossing the backwater county. On arrival check-in to the Houseboat cruise. Houseboats are luxury boat made in ethnic Kerala style having well-appointed sitting room, bedrooms, toilet and kitchen. In the evening enjoy the tranquil beauty of the inland waters and the countryside for one day.
Overnight at Houseboat
Day 06 : Alleppey to Kovalam (5 hour drive/ 175 Kilometers)
After breakfast disembark the houseboat at Alleppey and drive to Kovalam. Kovalam consists of three adjacent crescent beaches. The southernmost, known as the -Light House beach- is the most popular. On arrival check in at beach side hotel and rest of the time enjoy the beach and relax.
Overnight at Kovalam hotel
Day 07 : Kovalam – Day at beach
After breakfast, you have a day free in Kovalam to enjoy the beach. You may take a quick tour of Trivandrum town to see Padmanabha Swamy Temple. This temple is located inside the East Fort. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the Temple is a blend of the Kerala and Dravidian styles of architecture.
Overnight at Kovalam hotel
Day 08 : Departure
After breakfast we will transfer you to Trivandrum airport to board the flight to onward journey.
