DAY
02: KOVALAM
Breakfast at hotel. Morning, go for sightseeing of Trivandrum.
Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum), the capital city of Kerala is
a city, which still preserves the ancient roots of Kerala life.
You can still see the relics of ancient architecture prominent
in most of its buildings. View Padmanabhaswamy temple; (Non Hindus
are not permitted inside) with an imposing seven storied tower,
this temple is an excellent example of the Dravidian style of
architecture and is one among the 108 sacred Vishnu temples in
India; Horse Palace - the magnificent wooden palace constructed
by Travancore king in 18th century & Napier Museum. Overnight
at hotel.
DAY
03: KOVALAM – ALLEPPEY ~ KUMARAKOM [176 KMS./ 4 HRS]
After breakfast at hotel check out and drive to Alleppey.
On arrival, embark a Houseboat for an overnight cruise up to Kumarakom.
Cruise through the palm fringed canals; watch the Paddy fields,
village folk, relax on board hearing lullaby of the wind and waves.
This mysterious strip of emerald green land is stuffed with endless
miles of placid backwaters that appends to its charm. Cruise till
6 in the evening by when the houseboat halts in the lake for overnight
stay. (Next day, cruising starts at 7.30 am.) Unwind yourself
watching the endless strips of greenery passing by you while the
boat moves in a relaxing pace. Evening, candlelit dinner onboard.
Overnight
at hotel.
DAY
04: KUMARAKOM - PERIYAR [132 Kms./ 4 hrs]
After breakfast disembark at Kumarakom and drive to Periyar. A
scenic journey past mist capped Western Ghats, spice plantations
and open grasslands lined with spectacular water falls & delightful
trekking trails form the access to your hideaway here.
Periyar (Thekkady) Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the well-maintained
wildlife sanctuaries of South India and it spreads out over an
area of 777 sq Kms.. The splendid artificial lake formed by the
Mullaperiyar dam across the Periyar river adds to the charm of
the park. This is the only sanctuary in India where you can have
the unique experience of viewing wildlife at close quarters from
the safety of a boat on the lake. Check in at hotel for 01 night.
Afternoon, you can enjoy a boat ride through the Periyar Lake.
If interested you can opt for a short trek in the fragrant spice
plantations (optional). Overnight
at hotel.
DAY
05: PERIYAR - MUNNAR [110 KMS./ 4 HRS]
After breakfast, check out and drive to Munnar, the most beautiful
hill station in the Western Ghats.
Munnar is famous for tea estates and is the biggest tea producer
in South India. Located 1600 m above the sea level, this hill
station was once the summer resort of the erstwhile British Govt.
in South India. Sprawling tea plantations, picturesque towns,
winding lanes and holiday facilities make this a popular resort
town. Check in at hotel for 01 night. Later we will go for the
sightseeing of Munnar. Visit Eravikulam National Park, the natural
habitat of the Ibex called Nilgiri Tahar, Mattupetty Dam and the
Munnar town. You can enjoy a boat ride in Mattuppetty lake (optional).
Walk through the Hills kissing the clouds, breathing the sweet
smell of Tea. The endless greenery will make you a poet or dip
in your favourite book in the lap of Mother Nature. Overnight
at hotel.
DAY
06: MUNNAR - COCHIN [130 KMS./ 4 HRS]
After breakfast, check out and drive to Cochin.
Cochin (Kochi), the palm green commercial capital of Kerala is
located on the cluster of islands and narrow peninsulas. The older
parts of the city have an unlikely blend of medieval Portugal,
Holland and an English country village grafted on to the tropical
Malabar Coast. Here you can see the oldest church in India, winding
street crammed with 500 year old Portuguese houses, cantilevered
Chinese Fishing nets, a Jewish community whose roots go back to
the Diaspora, 16th century Synagogue, a palace containing some
of India’s most beautiful murals. Check in at hotel for
02 nights. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight
at hotel.
DAY
07: COCHIN
After breakfast, you will be whisked off for a half-day city tour
covering St. Francis church - the oldest church of India, Mattancherry
Palace, Jewish Synagogue and the Chinese Fishing Nets. Evening,
watch spectacular ‘Kathakali dance’ in a local theatre.
Overnight
at hotel.
DAY
08: COCHIN DEPARTURE
On time transfer to Cochin Airport to connect departure flight
for onward destination.
