Tour Itinerary

Day 01 – COCHIN

Your driver will be waiting for you at Kochi International Airport and will take you to your hotel in Cochin. Set within the tropical Malabar Coast, Cochin or Kochi includes a natural harbour surrounded by a collection of islands interconnected by backwaters and lagoons.
Historically significant as a major centre of commerce, Cochin has drawn in Arab, Chinese and European traders and explorers for over 600 years. Cochin’s rich historical past resonates throughout the city with many sites still reflecting those influences.

After a relaxing afternoon recovering from your long journey, your driver is at your disposal for short sightseeing tour of Cochin. Being the first day, the Cochin Sunset Harbour Cruise is perfect way to spend first evening. The cruise typically lasts 1.5 hours and provides spectacular views of the Chinese fishing nets, Marine Drive, and Bolgatty Island.
(40 Kms/ 1 Hr drive)

Day 02 – COCHIN

Today, your driver will take your for a thrilling private guided tour of of Cochin. These include:
– Visit to the Pardesi synagogue, constructed in 1567 by Spanish-speaking Jews, is located in the old quarter, known as ‘Jew town’.
– Visit to the Dutch Palace (‘Mattancherry Palace’), built by the Portuguese in 1555 using traditional Kerala style architecture
– The Saint Francis Church, built in 1503, is the oldest European church in India
– A walk down Fort Kochi, granted by Rajah of Kochi in 1503 to the Portuguese, is lined with some of India’s oldest colonial buildings.
– Witness the iconic Chinese fishing in Fort Cochin, erected between 1350 and 1450 when the Chinese came to the region and still widely used.

Day 03 – MUNNAR

In the morning, after breakfast, we embark on the scenic drive to Munnar, a hill station, located 1,600 m above sea level. Enroute we visit Cheyyappara Waterfalls. Munnar traces some of its recent history to the British Raj, where the elite would spend their summer months during the colonial days. Dotted with picture-book hills, forested hill stations, sprawling tea plantations, Mummar is a haven for peace, relaxation and tranquillity.

Today we spend some time enjoying the lush greenery and depending on its erratic schedule we may also sneak in one of Munnar’s places of interest. Else there is also day 2!
(150 Kms/ 5 Hr drive)

Day 04 – MUNNAR

Munnar has lots to see and it’s really up to you how much you want to cover, your driver is at your disposal to take you to the various spots:

– Eravikulam National Park – offers great trekking and walking routes as well as being home to rare species of butterflies and the famous endangered inhabitant, the Nilgiri Tahr.
– Tata Tea Museum – with the view of showcasing Munnars legacy and the origin and evolution of Munnars tea plantations,
– Mattupetty – offers pleasurable boat rides on the beautiful lake, which itself is surround by graceful hills and landscape.
– or simply walk through the enchanting tea estates and enjoy the tranquillity it provides.

Day 05 – ALLEPPEY

Drive to Alleppey , 12 Noon Embark on your private houseboat and cruise on the Backwaters, a splendid area full of canals, lakes and coves. Your houseboats or ‘Kettuvalloms’ are luxurious boats with well appointed bedrooms and ensuite bathrooms. You can sunbathe on the deck or observe the palm fringed landscape from your cabins. Apart from the mesmerizing surroundings it’s the life along the coast that adds an exotic touch of to this experience.
The locals travel in canoes and you will find vegetable sellers, fishermen and other traders bringing household goods, door to door in small wooden boats. As you cruise along the backwaters you can ask your captain to stop at villages, paddy fields and other places, enroute. Overnight on board. (Full Board)
(180 Kms/ 5.5 Hr drive)

Day 06 – KUMARAKOM

We drive to the Village of Kumarakom, set on the backdrop of the Vembanad Lake. The area is made up of cluster of picturesque little islands that form part of the Kuttanad region. Covered with lush green vegetation and being on the footsteps of the gorgeous Kerala backwaters, the stop over at Kumarakom is an ideal place to relax.

Day at leisure. Overnight at the hotel
(35 Kms/ 1 Hr drive)

Day 07 – KUMARAKOM

The day is spent at leisure. For those with a little more energy, the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary is worth an optional visit. Covering 14 acres, the area is a favorite haunt for a number of species of local bird species such as the kingfisher as well as migratory birds such as the Siberian Stork. Other optional activities such as Sunset cruise or Village Tour experience can be arranged.

Overnight at the hotel

Day 08 – KOVALAM

In the morning, we drive to Kovalam via Trivandrum. Previously a sleepy coastal village, producing mainly coconuts and fresh fish, it is now the most popular and developed beach resorts in Kerala.Located around an hour’s drive from Kerala capital Trivandrum, a stay at Kovalam provides an excellent opportunity to visit the rich culture and history of Trivandrum without the noisy howls and rushes of a city.

The rest of the day is at leisure
(180 Kms/ 4.5 Hr drive)

Day 09 – KOVALAM

After breakfast, we spend the day visting the rich culture and history in Trivandrum, the captial of Kerala.

We start with the Puthan Maliga Palace Museum. This two story beautiful palace, built in the 1840s, by the Maharaja of the Travancore kingdom, has been converted in a museum and has on display a priceless collection of royal assets.

Next we drive to the Padmanabhaswamy Temple, built with a fusion of both Kerala and Dravidian style architecture. The temple has been mentioned in ancient Hindu text as far back as 500 B.C and 300 AD.The temple is also famous for being the wealthiest temple, institution or place of worship in the world. Secret vaults containing statues, gold, and jewels have recently been unearthed.

Day 10 – TRIVANDRUM

There are no activities planned for the final day, the day is free for your leisure with your driver available for your final transfer to the Airport or station for your onward journey.
(15 Kms/ 30 Hr drive)