Duration
8 Days and 7 Night
Tour type
Private Tour
Location
INDIA
Itinerary
Day 1
Cochin Arrival
On arrival at Cochin International Airport before noon our representative will receive you & Transfer you to the Hotel. Later visit Mattanchery Palace, the Jewish Synagogue (subject to entry) Fort Cochin Beach. Back to Hotel for night stay.
Meal Plan: Nil
Day 2
Cochin - Munnar
After Breakfast check out & drive to Munnar (110 km approx 3:30hrs) situated at the confluence of three mountain streams - Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni, and Kundale. Munnar is 1600 Meters above sea level. This majestic hill station was once the summer resort of the British government in South India. En-route visit, Cheeyapara & Valara Waterfalls (subject to season) Reach Munnar & check into the hotel. Day free at Resort & Night stay.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3
Munnar
In the morning, post-breakfast, visit Eravikulam National Park to see Nilgiri After breakfast proceed to visit Eravikulam National Park, you can see Nilgiri Tahr, Mountain Goats. Later visit Mattupetti Dam, Kundala Lake, Echo Point, Tea Plantation visit & Tea Museum. Back to Hotel for night stay.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4
Munnar – Thekkady
After breakfast check out & drive to Thekkady (04 Hrs). On arrival check in to the hotel. Later proceed for the sightseeing tour of Thekkady - one of the world's most fascinating wildlife reserves. The Periyar life sanctuary in Thekkady is spread across 777 sq km of which 360 sq km is a thick evergreen forest. Noted for its geomorphology, diversity of wildlife, and scenic beauty, the sanctuary was declared a Tiger Reserve in 1978. You may be involved in optional activities like Boating at Periyar Lake, Spice Plantation visit, Elephant Ride & Kerala Traditional Folk dance and Martial Arts can be done at an extra cost. Overnight stay at Thekkady.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5
Thekkady – Alleppey
After early breakfast check out & proceed to Alleppey (04 hrs), the Land of Paddy fields, Coconut Trees & backwaters. Check in at beautifully coir decorated Houseboat to start your journey through backwater, which will rejuvenate your mind & soul. Lunch & Dinner (Kerala-style fixed menu) will be served at House Boat. Overnight stay at House Boat.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6
Alleppy – Kovalam
After breakfast check out & drive to Kovalam. Reach & Check into the Hotel. The rest of the day is free for beach activities. End your day by watching a stunning sunset through the Arabian Sea. (subject to weather). Night stay at Kovalam.
Meal Plan : Breakfast
Day 7
Kovalam-Trivandrum- Kovalam
After breakfast proceed to visit Trivandrum Zoo, Museum, Art gallery, Science Planetarium, Sree Padmanaba Swami Temple & Veli Beach. Back to Kovalam Hotel for a night stay.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Day 8
Trivandrum departure
In the morning after breakfast check out & transfer to Trivandrum Airport. The tour ends but memories of Kerala, God’s own Country never end!!!!
Meals: Breakfast
Inclusions
- Accommodation on Double sharing basis
- Meal Plan as per itinerary
- All 3 Meals at House Boat (Kerala style fixed menu)
- All Tours in A/c Innova with driver (Non A/c at Hills)
- Pick up from Cochin Airport & drop at Cochin International Airport
- All toll, parking & fuel cost
Exclusions
- Any Air/Rail Tickets
- Any personal expenses
- Any entrance tickets, boating charges, Guide Charges & Insurance
- Any driver tips
- GST 5%
- Any Meals other than mentioned
- Anything not mentioned in Inclusions
- Any cost arising due to natural calamities like Flood, Cyclone, Road blockage, political disturbances (strikes), etc (to be borne by the client and directly payable on the spot)
Overview
Tour Highlights
- Munnar - A hill station
- Eravikulam National Park
- Tea Plantation meadows
- Periyar National Park
- Houseboat cruises along the rustic Kerala backwaters, a network of tranquil canals and lagoons.
Extra Information
House Boat Terms & Conditions
- AC will be operated between 9:00 pm to 6:00 am in Rooms (In Deluxe House Boat)
- Full-time AC will be operated in Rooms (in Premium House Boat)
- All 3 Meals will be served on board (Kerala-style fixed menu)
- The houseboat will be stationed between 5:00 pm to 8:00 am
- Facilities and amenities cannot be compared with Hotels
- There will be a minimum of 3 crew members on board