Tour Itinerary

Day 01 – Cochin (40 Min drive)

Welcomed by our representative at the airport/Ernakulam Railway station and transfer to your hotel. A port town since early centuries, Cochin, also known as the spice coast of India, attracted traders and invaders from the world over. Needless to say, Cochin offers you some fascinating snippets of history and culture. Rest of the day at leisure & Stay overnight at Cochin.
Accommodation:
• Premium: Fragrant Nature
• Luxury: Forte Kochi

Day 02 – Cochin

Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Cochin to explore the many fascinating highlights of this enchanting port town which include – The Jewish Synagogue in what is locally called the Jew Town, the St. Francis Church which is the oldest European Church in India, the

Santa Cruz Basilica built in 1557 by the Portuguese, the Dutch Palace, the Spice market and the 15th century Chinese fishing nets believed to have been brought by Chinese traders. In the evening, optional visit to see the famous dance drama of Kerala, the Kathakali. This dance is characterised by some great story telling, amazing costumes and extensive make-up. Overnight at Cochin.(NB –Jewish Synagogue & Palace remains closed on all Friday & Saturday)
Accommodation:
• Premium: Fragrant Nature
• Luxury: Forte Kochi

Day 03 – Munnar (140 kms/4 Hrs drive)

Morning after breakfast drive to Munnar a hill station(140 Kms/4 Hrs drive), located 1600 meters above sea level. Once the summer resort of the erstwhile British administration in South

India it still retains its colonial charm and is famous for its tea plantations, most of which are privately owned. With its sprawling estates, rolling hills, sparkling waterfalls, picture postcard hamlets and undulating valleys, Munnar is an ideal holiday destination. En route visiting Cheyyapara & Valara waterfalls. Check into your hotel and unwind. Rest of the day at leisure to enjoy the ambience of Munnar. Overnight at Munnar.
Accommodation:
• Premium: Tall Trees
• Luxury: Spice Tree

Day 04 – Munnar

Morning after breakfast 9 AM you can go for sightseeing Munnar which includes Eravikulam National Park,Tea Gardens, Tea Museum(Will be closed on Mondays) Echo point, Kundala Dam,Mattupetty dam; you can also enjoy boating in the Lake (optional). Overnight at Munnar.
Accommodation:
• Premium: Tall Trees
• Luxury: Spice Tree

Day 05 – Thekkady (110 Kms/3.5 Hrs drive)

Drive to Periyar /Thekkady an area known for its undulating hills, spice plantations, and elephant sightings. One of the 27 wildlife reserves in India, the Periyar valley in Thekkady is the oldest. Check into your hotel.Enjoy a spice plantation tour today where you will be enticed by not only the aroma of spices like cinnamon, cardamom, pepper and nutmeg but will also get to know how they are grown, harvested and processed before they reach the supermarkets. Rest of the day at leisure & stay overnight at Thekkady.
Accommodation:
• Premium: Cardamom County
• Luxury: Spice Village

Day 06 – Thekkady

Morning go for Boat ride on Lake Periyar, with the observation of bird and wildlife, antelopes, buffaloes, boars, elephants.Periyar boating (inside the Periyar wild life sanctuary) Later in the evening, get transferred to the theatre to experience traditional cultural and art show.Return back to the hotel in the evening and enjoy time at leisure.overnight at Thekkady.
Accommodation:
• Premium: Cardamom County
• Luxury: Spice Village

Day 07 – Kumarakom (140 Kms/4 Hrs drive)

Drive to Kumarakom , the enchanting backwater region of Kerala and check into your hotel. The labyrinthine network of rivers, canals, streams and lagoons which form the famed backwaters offer stunning views and is an ideal place to relax. Afternoon you can visit the local Bird Sanctuary and also can engage activities like sunset cruise, Fishing etc. Stay overnight at Kumarakom.

Accommodation:
• Premium: Backwater Ripples
• Luxury: Kumarakom Lake Resort

Day 08 – Alleppey(35 Kms/1.5 Hrs drive)

After breakfast is another morning drive to Alleppey, the backwater destination to see the winding canals and an amazing network of backwaters. On arrival, you will be checking in to a traditional Kerala houseboat which will take you on a fabulous tour of the backwaters, all part of what is one of the best honeymoon packages in Kerala. Overnight stay will be in the Houseboat.
Accommodation:
• Premium: Premium Houseboat
• Luxury: Luxury Houseboat

Day 09 – Kovalam (160 Kms/4 hrs drive)

Following breakfast, on the penultimate day of your Kerala tour, is a drive to the gorgeous crescent beach of Kovalam, rated in the top 100 beaches in the world. On arrival, you will be checking in to the hotel and after an unwinding day at the beach, heading back to the hotel to spend the night. Overnight at Kovalam.
Accommodation:
• Premium: Travancore Heritage
• Luxury: Leela Kovalam

Day 10 – Kovalam/Trivandrum/Kovalam

Today morning after breakfast 9 AM you can go for the sightseeing of Trivandrum [The Capital of Kerala]. Here you can see the 260 year old Sri Padmanabha Swami Temple(Non Hindus & are not permitted inside the temple), Puthan Maliga Palace Museum [200 year old Palace of the Travancore Maharaja’s], Napier Museum [Which has an electric display of bronzes, Zoo, temple carts, Ivory carvings etc..] and Sri Chitra Art Gallery. Evening free at leisure on the beach & stay overnight at Kovalam.
(NB – Horse Palace, Napier Museum, Zoo and the Srichitra Art Gallery are closed on Mondays)
Accommodation:
• Premium: Travancore Heritage
• Luxury: Leela Kovalam

Day 11 – Departure (30 Min drive)

Departure Transfer to the Trivandrum Airport/Railway station for onward journey.