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Essence Of Kerala
Overview
Kerala which is known as God’s Own Country is a popular tourist destination that attracts visitors from all across the world. The magical backwaters, beaches, wildlife sanctuaries and hill stations known for spices offer something to every kind of traveller. Blessed with some of the best of nature’s bounty, Kerala boasts countless endearing charms. We have specifically crafted this itinerary with hand-picked destinations, especially for travelers visiting with families. The itinerary is packed with lots of unique as well as globally renowned experiences that Kerala offers. From visiting the attractions of the bustling city of Kochi to staying at a remote farm in the wilderness, this tour is like a veritable joyride across the unforgettable wonders of Kerala. You will explore scenic villages and beaches, visit tea and spice plantations, go on unforgettable cruises, and experience rich cultural insights – God’s own country has a lot to offer to you and your family.
This tour has all for you and your family, to experience and collect the beautiful Stories of India. Which you are going to cherish throughout your life.
HIGHLIGHTS OF TOUR
Cochin Visit Jewish Synagogue, the Dutch Palace, St. Francis CSI Church and Chinese Fishing Nets.
Munnar Hills & Tea Plantations Walk, Echo Point, Mattupetty Dam, Tea Museum.
Thekkady well-known for its rich spice plantations, rounding hills, evergreen deciduous woods and lush-green meadows. And one of the most important national parks of India, Periyar National Park.
Alleppey House Boat Overnight stay in a houseboat will be a unforgettable experience.
Kovalam Beach Towns, Excursion to Kanyakumari
South India Food Enjoy mouth watering South Indian food.
Routing Map
Itinerary
Arrive at Cochin Airport.
After collecting the baggage, as you step into the “Meet and Greet Hall”, you will be met by our representative, who will escort you in a chauffeur-driven vehicle to you hotel and assist with check in.
(Hotel Check in time is 1400 hours and early check in is subject to availability)
Afternoon proceed for sightseeing tour of Cochin.
Fort Kochi, walk around Fort Kochi & Mattancherri, visit the Jewish Synagogue at the heart of what is locally called the Jew Town, and finally the Dutch Palace with its beautiful mural paintings from the 17th century. Visit at the St. Francis CSI Church, the oldest European church in India built in 1503, where the Portuguese explorer Vasco de Gama was originally buried, finally the famous Chinese Fishing Nets of Cochin. The huge cantilevered Chinese fishing nets that droop towards the waters like over-sized hammocks, have become a hallmark that represents Fort Kochi on every postcard.
Overnight at hotel
Breakfast at the hotel
After breakfast proceed for Munnar.
Munnar – “Nature lovers paradise” drive through the picturesque countryside of Munnar, a popular getaway retreat. Surrounded by lush green tea estates, this picturesque hill station boosts of exotic flora and fauna.
Upon arrival Check In at hotel
Later in the evening enjoy Tea Plantation walk.
Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel
After breakfast proceed for guided sightseeing tour of Munnar.
Visit to Echo Point and Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, Popular for its natural echo phenomenon, one can always see the area full of eager visitors throughout the year. At an altitude of about 600 ft, people love taking a walk in the lush greenery surrounding the place. Continue visit at Tea Museum (Closed on Monday and Goverment Holidays), One can observe the history and growth of tea estates in the area. We get to watch the transition from the rudimentary tea roller to the modern fully automated tea factory. Various stages of tea processing can be seen, which includes the making of black tea.
Overnight at hotel
Breakfast at the hotel
After breakfast proceed for Thekkady.
Upon arrival Check In at hotel
Later in the afternoon proceed to enjoy boat ride at Periyar Tiger Reserve.
Afternoon enjoy a boat ride at Periyar tiger reserve, visitors stand a better chance of viewing wildlife as the animals come to the lake frequently for drinking water. A variety of avian fauna such as darters, egrets and kingfishers can be seen resting on dead tree trunks that stick out over the lake.
Later in the evening experience a spice plantation tour.
Overnight at
Hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel
After breakfast proceed for Alleppey.
Upon arrival embark the private houseboat, your private houseboat for an enchanting journey through the Backwaters. These boats are a reworked version of kettuvallams of olden times -once used to carry tons of rice and spices, today are converted into comfortable floating accommodation. Journey through the palm fringed canals enjoying the beauty of rural village life. A sumptuous Keralan Meal is served on board. The trip continues through a wonderful area of the lush green vegetation of Kerala backwaters.
Overnight on board
Breakfast at the houseboat
After
breakfast disembark from the and proceed for Kovalam.
Kovalam
is a small coastal town in the southern Indian state of Kerala, south of
Thiruvananthapuram. At the southern end of Lighthouse Beach is a striped
lighthouse with a viewing platform. Palm-backed beaches also include Hawa Beach
and Samudra Beach.
Upon
arrival Check In at hotel
Rest
of the day at leisure for independent activities, explore the beach.
Overnight at hotel
Early breakfast at the hotel
After an early breakfast proceed to Kanyakumari, the place has been associated with great men like Swami Vivekananda and Mahatma Gandhi in whose names memorials have been here. Boat trip to Vivekananda Rock Memorial, The memorial consists of two main structures, viz Vivekananda Mandapam and Shripada Mandapam. Later proceed to visit Kanyakumari amman temple.
After visiting Kanyakumari return back to Kovalam.
Overnight at hotel
Breakfast at the hotel
Full day at leisure for independent activities
Overnight at
hotel
Breakfast at the hotel
After Breakfast, you will be transferred to Trivandrum airport to take flight back home with some great STORIES OF INDIA.
END OF THE TOUR