MUNNAR THEKKADY ALEPPY KOCHIN

#Detailed Itinerary Day Wise

Day 01 : ARRIVE COCHIN-COCHIN TOUR
On arrival at Cochin airport after you have cleared your immigration and customs formalities, our representative will meet you and will transfer you to the hotel. Cochin – “Queen of the Arabian Sea” has one of the finest natural harbors in the world. The ancient churches, palaces and synagogues in this city are famous. Afternoon – proceed for a half day sightseeing tour of Cochin. Depart to Jew Street which is famous for the Jewish Synagogue and Jew Town. Visit St.Francis Church, first European church built in India in the early 16 th century and the famed Vasco Da Gama was buried in this courtyard. Thereafter visit the Dutch Palace in Mattanchery. (Jewish Synagogue - Open: 10.00 am –12.00pm, 3.00pm –5.00pm. Closed on Friday /Saturday & Jewish holidays) (Dutch Palace - Open: 10.00am – 5.00pm. Closed on Fridays) Free time in the Jew Street. It is fascinating & vibrant Narrow Street with many shops selling handicrafts, souvenirs, Antiques & Ethnic Garments. Later proceed to Fort Kochi and visit Famous Chinese fishing nets. Overnight stay in Cochin.

Day 02- COCHIN To MUNNAR :
(130Kilometers 04Hrs drive) proceed to Munnar. On the way visit Valara & Cheeyappara waterfalls. Spice gardens,During your trip to Munnar, you can see Neriamangalam bridge, Cheeyappara Water falls, Valara waterfalls, village life of Kerala, Spice Gardens, lots of Rivers, Check in into the resort , enjoy your lunch and relax for some time. Evening visit Munnar Wondervalley/Dreamlans or other sightseeing places Overnight stay at resort.

Day 03- MUNNAR SIGHTSEEING :
Early morning gets up and enjoy your breakfast. Now its the time to start your sightseeing trip to Munnar.proceed to Eravikulam national park also known as Rajamala. You can finish the trip by noon and have your lunch. Now, proceed to other sightseeing locations in Munnar, which includes Ecco point.Mattupetty Dam, Tea Museum, Tea gardens, Rose garden n optional Jeep safari.

Day04 - MUNNAR to THEKKADY:
(120Kms 04Hrs Drive) Once you have had the breakfast, we will take you to Thekkady. The drive will last about 03 hours during which we will have plenty of options for sightseeing.After lunch at Thekkady, check in the hotel you can have some exciting time by going on a Elephant ride on the expansive gardens Periyar . The two hours of program will give you a myriad of opportunities to observe elephants , There are also several plantation tourism activities promoted by private agencies for the tourists in Thekkady.Your overnight stay is arranged at Thekkady. Martial Arts, Kathakali, Booking tickets in advance to avoid any last minute concerns is advised for Thekkady boating. To book, visit: www.periyarfoundation.org. Timings preferred 03.30PM.Over night stay at Hotel

Day 05- THEKKADY- ALLEPPY HOUSEBOAT :
(150Kilometers 05Hrs Drive Recommend to start by 09.00AM) After your breakfast from Thekkady hotel proceed to Alleppey/Kumarakom houseboat. Your 1 night 2 days backwaters tour starts with houseboat trip through narrow canals of Alleppey backwaters. Alleppy/Kumarakom known as the ‘Venice of the East’. its is well known for backwaters and houseboat. On reaching check in to the Houseboat and enjoy this beautiful experience for rest of the day and relax. Overnight stay at houseboat.During the visit you can enjoy the science beauty of Alleppey/Kumarakom backwaters. You can enjoy the village life, farming and fishing. Lunch, evening tea & snacks and dinner will be served.

Day 06- ALLEPPY-TRIVANDRUM :
(170Kilometers 04Hrs Drive ) Now its the time to proceed Kovalam hotel, On the way visit Jatayu Earth centre.Biggest Bird Statue the world.Rope car available at Jatayu Earth centre.check in at Kovalam hotel,Evening enjoy the beauty of Kovalam beach.Back to hotel Over night stay.

Day 07- KANYAKUMARI EXCURSION
Morning relax some time in the Kovalam beach, have your breakfast from the Kovalam hotel Around 09.00 AM proceed to Kanyakumari, which is 90 KM away from Kovalam and approximate travel time is 2 hour 30 minutes.one the way visit Poovar backwater &Golden Sand Beach enjoy your lunch and proceed to Vivekananda rock.Beach Evening back to hotel. Over night stay hotel.

Day08 - TRIVANDRUM SIGHTSEEING-DEPARTURE :
Then have your breakfast from the hotel and get ready for checkout. You can opt for Trivandrum city tour or can spend time at Kovalam beach till evening.Sightseeing includes Sree Padmanabha Swami Temple, Kuthiramalika Palace museum, The Napier museum, Sree Chithra art gallery If your departure flight or train is late leaving we will take you few more sightseeing locations or shopping centres. According to your departure time, we will drop you either in Thiruvananthapuram airport or railway station.


#Inclusions

*Accomadtion 02Pax sharing Basis
*Transporting Vehicle
*Vehicle Parking and Toll tax Permits etc
*Breakfast at hotels
*All meals at House boat
*Tax included

#Exclusions

*All personal expenses, optional tours and extra meals.
*Camera fees, alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages, mineral water and starters.
*Entrance fees at all monuments,Gardens,Safaris,Activities and museums mentioned in the itinerary.