DAY 1: ARRIVE KOCHI /MUNNAR
Morning arrive Kochi airport, meet and assist by our representative and drive to Munnar (around 3 ½ to 4 hour drive). En route stop at Cheeyapara waterfalls for a break.
Munnar is arguably the ideal starting point for exploring the unfathomable diversity and beauty of Kerala, and it is a hill station – breathtakingly beautiful – a haven of peace and tranquility – the idyllic tourist destination in God’s own country. Set at an altitude of 6000 ft. in Idukki district, Munnar was the favored summer resort of the erstwhile British rulers in the colonial days.
On arrival check into your hotel. Later proceed to visit Tea Factory Museum, Mattupetty Dam, and Eco Point etc. You can enjoy a speed boat ride at the artificial lake at Mattupetty.
Overnight in Munnar
DAY 2: MUNNAR
Morning after a leisurely breakfast, proceed to visit Eravikulam National Park.
Eravikulam National Park: A sanctuary for the endangered mountain goat of South India, the Nilgiri Tahr. The Eravikulam National Park stands out for the stark beauty of its rolling grasslands and sholas, spread over 97 sq km in the Rajamalai hills. Anamudi, the highest peak (2695 m) south of the Himalayas, towers over the sanctuary in majestic pride. The slopes of the hills abound in all kinds of rare flora and fauna. The Atlas moth, the largest of its kind in the world, is a unique inhabitant of the park. Other rare species of fauna found here are the Nilgiri Langur, the lion-tailed macaque, leopards, tigers, etc.
Afternoon free for shopping/independent activities.
Overnight in Munnar
DAY 3: MUNNAR/THEKKADY
Morning after breakfast, check out and drive to Thekkady (around 3 hrs. drive).
Thekkady, one of India’s major wildlife sanctuaries, sprawled over an area of 777sq.kms is rich in varied flora and fauna. It is one of the finest wildlife reserves in India and spread across the entire district are picturesque plantations of tea, cardamom, pepper, cloves and cinnamon in the High Ranges and hill towns that hold great opportunities for treks and mountain walks.
On arrival, check in to the hotel and relax. Afternoon, proceed to visit the Periyar Wildlife sanctuary. Enjoy a boating through the lake in Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary to see the wildlife in close range. Elephants, wild boar, bison are the main attraction here. Optional sightseeing – Plantation tour, Elephant ride, Kalaripayattu show, Jeep Safari etc.
Overnight in Thekkady.
DAY 4: THEKKADY / ALLEPPEY (HOUSEBOAT)
Morning after an early breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Alleppey (around 3 ½ hours’ drive). Around 1200 noon board a traditional Kerala houseboat from Alleppey and cruise along the serene backwaters.
During the cruise, the countryside offers a close look into an engaging rustic life. You can see skilled fishermen launching their cockshell boats, large flotillas of ducks waddling down to the water from thatched houses on the banks, women neck-deep in water, with their waist-length hair heaped in a crown, searching for fish with their feet and aimless cattle grazing in lush pastureland, where white lotuses lie here and there in small, low-lying pools.
The personal chef on the houseboat will prepare delicious Kerala style cuisine for you on board. Evening, cruise till 1700 hrs and the boat will be anchored in the lake for dinner and overnight stay.
Overnight in Houseboat
DAY 5: ALLEPPEY/ KOCHI
Morning after breakfast around 09:00 AM disembark the houseboat in Alleppey and drive to Fort Kochi (around 1 hour drive).
On arrival check into your Hotel.
Afternoon proceed for a heritage walking tour with English speaking guide. You visit the heritage area in Fort Kochi visiting Chinese fishing nets, Beach, St.Francis church etc.
Afternoon free for some shopping or independent activities. You can buy some interesting handicrafts/souvenirs for your friends and family.
Evening visit Greenix Theatre and Museum to see the Cultural show “Kaleidoscope” at 17:00hrs. “Kaleidoscope show” is performance of various art forms like Kathakali, Mohiniyattam, Kayaripyattu, Theyyam etc. The Kathakali make up starts at 17:00hrs and the show will start by 18:00hrs. The show ends by 19:30hrs and you will be transferred back to your hotel.
Overnight stay in Cochin
DAY 6: KOCHI DEPARTURE
Morning after breakfast, you will be transferred to Kochi International Airport to take your onward destination flight. Meals: Breakfast only
Overnight stay in Cochin
END OF THE TOUR
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