Arrive at the Cochin airport/Ernakulam junction. Meet our driver or representative, who will assist you with your vehicle. Proceed to the hill station of Munnar. Set amid dramatic mountain scenery, the craggy peaks, manicured tea estates, and crisp mountain air make this hill station an ideal retreat. En-route Visit “Cheeyapara waterfall” and “Valara waterfall.” Check into your hotel. Day at leisure. Dinner and overnight Stay at the hotel.
Note: 1st and last day sightseeing depends upon arrival and departure timing. If arrival is in the Morning Kochi sightseeing is possible on the first half of day 2.
DAY 02: MUNNAR
This day is full of great sightseeing and activities as you begin your day after breakfast with a drive to Eravikulam National Park. This national park, located almost an hour’s drive from the city center, is home to the Nilgiri Thar, a rare mountain goat found in this region. Return back to the town to witness the procedure of making tea from tea leaves as you visit the Tea Museum. Later, drive to the scenic Mattupetty Dam for a fun-filled boat ride on the reservoir’s lake. A few miles from here are Echo Point, KFDC Garden, Blossom Park, and the Botanical Garden, the perfect place to wind up the day. Return back to the hotel, have dinner, and stay overnight at the hotel.
DAY 03: MUNNAR TO THEKKADY (110 KM/3-4 HRS)
The scenic drive from Munnar will take you to Thekkady, the home of the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. 1st, visit Lake Periyar for a boat ride. This is the only wildlife sanctuary in India that offers the unique opportunity of viewing wild life in their natural habitat at close quarters from the safety of a boat on the lake. Check into your hotel. In the evening, you can enjoy martial arts and Kathakali dance at Mudra Center. Return back to the hotel, have dinner, and stay overnight at the hotel.
DAY 04: THEKKADY-ALLEPPEY (165 km/4.5 hours)
Enjoy breakfast, check out, and embark on the drive to Alleppey. A quiet town located on the bank of the Vembanad Lake is a must-see on any traveler’s list to Kerala. After a scenic drive from Thekkady, arrive at Alleppey. Check into your resort or houseboat. Relax or enjoy a wide range of activities that are offered by the resort. Evening time: enjoy an Alleppey Beach or sunset cruise (direct pay) on the vast expanses of the Vembanad Lake. Return to the resort, dinner, and an overnight stay at the hotel.
OR KUMARAKOM: The itinerary changes as per your time, schedule, and the hotel area in which you stay.
DAY 05: ALLEPPEY-KOVALAM (180 KM/ 4 Hours)
After a sumptuous breakfast, check out of the houseboat or hotel and proceed to Kovalam. Check in at the hotel. On arrival, visit Kovalam Beach and Lighthouse, and enjoy water sports activities at the beach. overnight stay at the hotel.
Poovar, a serene destination in Kerala, India, is famed for its picturesque backwaters, golden sand beach, and the enchanting meeting point of the Neyyar River and the Arabian Sea. The Poovar Island, nestled between these water bodies, offers a tranquil escape for visitors seeking a peaceful retreat amidst nature’s beauty. With Ayurvedic spas and nearby attractions, Poovar provides a unique blend of relaxation and natural wonders.
Kovalam, situated along the Arabian Sea in Kerala, India, is renowned for its pristine beaches, including Lighthouse Beach with its iconic red-and-white striped lighthouse. A popular international beach destination, Kovalam offers a water sports, and Ayurvedic treatments, making it a favored coastal retreat. The town’s name, meaning “grove of coconut trees,” reflects the abundant coconut palms that line its shores.
DAY 06: KOVALAM
After breakfast, a full day of Trivandrum sightseeing includes visiting Shri Padmanabhswamy Temple, Attukal Bhagavathi, Kuthiramalika Plaace Museum, Chitra Art Gallery, Napier Museum, and Zoo. Veli Tourists return to the hotel and stay overnight at the hotel.
Note: you can visit Kanyakumari for full day (at extra cost).
DAY 07: KOVALAM- DROP
Post breakfast, and proceed to Trivandrum airport or railway station to be dropped off.
