Day by Day itineraryDay 1: Arrival atKochiWelcome to Kerala, God’s Own Country!!
Upon your arrival at Kochi airport or Ernakulam railwaystation, our helpful coordinator would welcome you and guide you to the vehiclewhich would take you to your booked hotel. Check in at the hotel. We would takeyou for a panoramic tour of Kochi city.
Kochi is the biggest city in Kerala and is an important portof India located on Arabian Sea. The city has the history from ancient era. Itis also an important spice trading centre in India. Before independence ofIndia, it was a princely state of Travancore.
In sightseeing tour of Kochi you wouldbe visiting many interesting places. Marine Drive, Santa Cruz Basilica, JewishSynagogue (except Fri/Sat), Fort Kochi, Chinese fishing nets, MattanacherryPalace (except Friday) and other places of tourist attractions would be coveredin this tour. In the evening, we recommend to go for marvelous Kathakali danceperformance (at an additional cost). Back to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 2: Kochi-Munnar (140 Km / Appx. 4 hrs.)After breakfast, at around 10 am,depart from Kochi to Munnar. Munnar is one of the most sought after hillstations in South India. Munnar is located in the Western Ghats at an altitudeof 1600 m. Munnar is famous for scenic beauty, waterfalls and pleasant weather.Upon arrival at Munnar, check in at the hotel. In late afternoon till sunset,you can roam around in Munnar or you can visit scenic points in Munnar.Overnight stay at the hotel. (B)
Day 3: MunnarAfter breakfast, go for tour of Munnar and the region. Inthis tour, you would be visiting Mettupatty dam, Photo point, Echo pointDevikulam, Tea museum, and other tourist spots. We can also organize varioussightseeing and short trekking tours. Overnight stay at the hotel. (B)
Day 4: Munnar-Thekkady(115 Km / Appx. 3 hrs.)After breakfast, proceed to another beautiful destination, Thekkady.Thekkady is highly rich variety of birds and flora and fauna. Once you arriveat Thekkady, check in at the hotel. Get refreshed and visit spice plantations. Overnightstay at the hotel. (B)
Day 5: Trip toPeriyar / Thekkady-Alleppey (150 Km / Appx. 4 hrs.)Early in the morning, at 6 am, proceed to Periyar wildlifesanctuary. Enjoy the boat ride in Lake Periyar and see the variety of animalsin their natural habitat (Boat ride charges to be paid directly). Back to thehotel and enjoy your breakfast.After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceedto Alleppey, a backwater retreat. Once you arrive in Alleppey, check in at thehotel. You can also select an option to stay in a houseboat, which would beunique experience for you. If you stay in the hotel/resort, you can take a scenicand must do boat ride in backwaters and Lake Vembanad. See the beauty of serenebackwaters and tiny villages located on the banks. You can also visit any ofthe island in the backwaters for delicious sea food and local cuisine. Overnightstay at Alleppey. (B)
Day 6: Departurefrom Alleppey / Transfer to Kochi (65 Km / Appx. 2 hrs.)After breakfast, check out from hotel. Later proceed to Kochiairport or Ernakulam railway station as per your onward travel connection. (B)
End of the memorable tour!!