Exotic Kerala Tour

Exotic Kerala Tour

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Description

The Exotic Kerala Tour showcases the serene beauty of “God’s Own Country,” with its lush green landscapes, tranquil backwaters, and palm-fringed beaches. From the misty hills of Munnar to the peaceful houseboat cruises in Alleppey and the rich cultural charm of Kochi, this journey offers a perfect blend of relaxation, nature, and authentic South Indian experiences.

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive in Cochin

Arrive Cochin international/ domestic airport, meet and great at airport and transfer to hotel. Check-in to the hotel and relax.
Evening enjoy Kathakali dance show in Cochin.
Overnight stay at Hotel in Cochin.

Day 2 Cochin – Munnar (4 Hrs)

In the morning at 0900 hrs we leave for a half day city tour of Cochin, with visits to St. Francis’ Church, Dutch Palace (Built by the Portuguese), Jew Town, the Jewish Synagogue built in the year 1568, spice market, where the air is filled with the pungent smell of spices, and Chinese fishing nets.

Later drive to Munnar. The distance of approximately 150 km is covered in around 4 hours while enjoying the scenic beauty with marvelous waterfalls, high mountains and low flying clouds passing through. Upon arrival check-in hotel.
Munnar is one of the most popular hill stations in “India, Munnar is situated at the confluence of three mountain streams – Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. Located at 1600 Mts. above sea level, this was once the summer resort of the erstwhile British Government in South India. Sprawling tea plantations, picture book towns, winding lanes, trekking and holiday facilities make Munnar a unique experience. Munnar is essentially a tea town.
Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 3 Munnar - City tour

Morning post breakfast we head for a half-day tour of Munnar, visiting the world’s highest tea estates spread like a green carpet over hundreds of kilometres, Lush green hills all around – a place to be seen to be believed, and Eravikulam National Park (Park is closed in the month of February & March), the best place to see the Nilgiri Tahr (mountain goat). Muttapatty dam, tea planation. Rest of the day at leisure to explore the destination on your own. Overnight stay in Munnar.

Day 4 Munnar to Periyar (145km/ 4hrs)

Today we proceed for Periyar Wildlife Reserve. Set on an attractive lakeside, it is South India’s most popular Wildlife Sanctuary. Periyar is a place to cruise on the lake & gives an opportunity to see wildlife. It is home to tigers, leopards, elephants, bison, antelopes, sambhar, wild boar, monkey, a wide variety of birds. Visit spice plantation.
Afternoon enjoy boat ride at lake periyar
Overnight stay in Periyar.

Day 5 Periyar / Kumarakom (121Kms / 4 Hrs)

Today morning drive to Kumarakom & checkin into the pre booked hotel. Kumarakom is situated on the banks of famous Vembanad Lake. Kumarakom is famous for its majestic canals, streams and distributaries along the banks of vembanad lake. Its lush greenery around backwaters is very beautiful. After some rest enjoy the beautiful nature & backwaters of Kumarakom. Overnight stay in Kumarakom.

Day 6 Kumarakom / Alleppey

Morning after breakfast transfer to the Alleppey jetty. On arrival board the houseboat, locally called Kettuvallam, and cruise around cruise around beautiful Vembanad lake, This lake offers an enchanting experience to the tourists. The lake is the best picnic spot, where you can relax your mind and body. While the water gives the place a cooling effect, trees and shrubs act as a respite to the parched eyes. The lake is an excellent family-picnic destination too. While seniors can laze around the lake reading a book or talking, youngsters can opt for fishing and boating.
Overnight stay in houseboat.

Day 7 Alleppey/ Kovalam (175 Km/ 4 Hrs)

Morning after breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Kovalam. Arrive Kovalam & Check in at hotel.
Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 8 Kovalam

Morning after breakfast, day free at leisure.
Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 9 Kovalam

Morning after breakfast, day excursion to Kanyakumrai. Visit Vivekananda Rock memorial, Our lady of ransome shrine church.
Later drive back to hotel.
Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 10 Kovalam

Morning after breakfast checkout from the hotel and drive to Trivandrum airport to take onward flight.

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