Witness the backwaters, houseboats, untouched beaches, and a never-ending stretch of tea plantations & elephants in Kerala. It has everything that makes a perfect holiday destination. Explore historic sites in Kochi, visit Munnar's tea gardens, enjoy wildlife in Thekkady, and unwind in Kumarakom's backwaters. Experience adventure at Jatayu Earth's Center and relax on the palm-fringed beaches of Kovalam. Conclude with an excursion to Kanyakumari and sightseeing in Trivandrum.
Day 1
On arrival proceed to Kochi city Hotel. Later proceed for Kochi sightseeing inclusing Fort Kochi and Mattancherry, consists of Jewish Synagogue (closed on Fridays), Mattancherry Palace also known as Dutch Palace (closed on Friday afternoon and Saturday), Famous Chineese Fishing nets, St. Francis church and Many more historic sites. Later free at leisure. Overnight stay in Kochi Hotel.
Day 2
Munnar -The so called "tea garden hill station of kerala". On the way visit vallara and cheeyappara waterfalls and Spice Plantation. Evening, enjoy the beauty of tea garden. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 3
After having breakfast. Morning start the sightseeing tour of Munnar. Visit Eravikulam National Park (15 km) to view endangered wild goat' Nilgiri Tahr'. (National Park is Closed From 01 Feb to 15th Apr during breeding season). Visit Tea Museum and the Tea factory (Closed on Mondays and Good Friday), Rose Garden, Blossom Hydel Park, Mattupetty Dam , Echo Point, and Kundala Lake .Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 4
After breakfast, drive to Thekkady (Periyar) and on arrival check-in at the hotel. Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Periyar. Set high in the ranges of the Western Ghats in Kerala, is the Periyar National Park and Tiger Reserve. Periyar wildlife sanctuary has a picturesque lake at the heart of the sanctuary. Herds of playful wild elephants have made Periyar Lake their favorite haunt for frolicking in the water. They can be witnessed bathing and swimming here. Enjoy a boat ride on the lake to view the wildlife at close quarters. Other inhabitants of Periyar include the leopard, wild dog, barking deer, mouse deer, Nilgiri langur, bonnet macaque, sambhar, porcupines, squirrels, gaur (Indian bison), wild boar and sloth bear. Later, take a spice plantation tour. The aroma and pleasant ambiance of the spice and tea plantations of Periyar are fascinating. Spices found in Thekkady include pepper, clove, cardamom, nutmeg, ginger, turmeric, vanilla and curry leaves. Overnight in Thekkady.
Day 5
After breakfast get transferred to Kumarakom - a charming emerald peninsula jutting into the picturesque Vembanad Lake dotted with innumerable traditional country rafts, boats and canoes. The fresh water of the lake flows into the mainland, making a labyrinth of lagoons, canals and waterways. Spend the rest of the day at beautiful resort of Kumarakom. Overnight at Kumarakom.
Day 6
This morning you experience Village life of Kumarakom or you can opt to proceed Jatayu Earth Centre for adventure activities. Jatayu Earth's Center, which situates at Chatayamangalam. It has the World's Largest Bird Sculpture, Swiss made Cable Car Ride, Rock Adventure Activities, Heli Ride, Zip Line. Later drive towards, Kovalam- located close to the state capital Trivandrum, it is internationally famed for its palm-fringed beaches and rejuvenating centers. This coastal town initially came to notice with the construction of Halcyon Castle by the last Maharani of Travancore - Sethu Lakshmi Bayi. With the arrival of hippies in 1970s, the place gained recognition as a tourist destination and is today renowned for its 17 kmlong coastline, which is formed by three beautiful beaches - Lighthouse, Hawah and Samudra. Upon arrival, check-in at hotel and spend rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Kovalam.
Day 7
Today, enjoy a full day excursion to Kanyakumari. Kanyakumari is the southernmost point of peninsular India and the meeting point of three oceans-the Bay of Bengal, the Arabian Sea and the Indian Ocean. The multicolored sand is a unique feature of the beach here. Visit the Kumari Amman or the Kanyakumari Temple, located on the shore. It is dedicated to a manifestation of Parvati. Swami Vivekananda is said to have sat in deep meditation here. Visit the famous Vivekananda Rock Memorial built in 1970. Also visit the Gandhi Memorial, built on the spot where the urn containing the Mahatma's ashes was kept for public viewing before immersion. Return to Kovalam for overnight stay.
Day 8
After breakfast, enjoy a half-day sightseeing trip of Trivandrum. Visit the Napier Museum, built in the 19th century. This Indo - Saracenic structure boasts of a "natural" air conditioning system, and houses a rare collection of archaeological and historic artifacts... bronze idols, ancient ornaments, a temple chariot and ivory carvings. Visit Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Trivandrum. After sightseeing drop to the airport for onward destination flight.
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