Overview

Kerala is situated in the southwestern end of the Indian subcontinent and has a long history of art and cultural heritage and foreign trade with other countries. The tropical climate and the rich monsoons offer beautiful landscapes, presence of abundant water bodies, long beaches and more than 40 rivers add to the charm.

Kerala is blessed with its variety of flora and fauna. With world class tourist sporting options, ayurvedic spas and treatments, eco-tourism initiatives, a large number of visit options ranging from beautiful high altitude blue mountains to pristine rain forests to golden sun-sand beaches and an enormous range of accommodation, Kerala has much to offer the visitor.

5 Nights 6 Days Available on request
Inclusions/Exclusions
What we'll give. What we won't

What is included in the tour

  • 05 nights Hotel accommodation at good 3* Hotels in prime locations
  • Airport transfers on a private basis
  • Sightseeing on private basis
  • Tours as per itinerary with entrance fee and parking fees
  •  Boat-ride in Vembanand Lake - Kumarakom

What is NOT included in the tour

  • Airfare & airport taxes
  • 5% GST 
  • Breakfast, Lunches & Dinners unless mentioned in the itinerary
  • Any other sightseeing other than mentioned above
  • Any Entrance fees or Fees for video or camera permit
  • Any item of personal nature like tips, laundry, telephone calls etc
  • High Season surcharges are applicable
  • Entrance tickets to attractions other than mentioned above or optional tours or wherever specified
Highlights
What makes this tour special
  • Take in stunning views of Eravikulam National Park 
  • Enjoy the time in Tata Tea Museum 
  • Visit Mattanchery Palace 
  • Athirappally Falls - waterfall visit
  •  Boat-ride in Vembanand Lake, Kumarakom
  •  Start and End in Cochin
Itinerary

Day 01 Arrival in Cochin & Drive to Munnar (120 km/approx. 4.5 hours)

Meet our representative upon arrival in Cochin and drive to Munnar enroute visit Athirapally waterfalls. Munnar - derived its name from the confluence of the three rivers around which the town grew. Today, it offers beautiful vistas, cardamom and spice plantations, aromatic oil factories, sights of several endangered species and the purple-blue of the Neelakurinji flowers that bloom every 12 years. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel and spend evening at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 02 Sightseeing in Munnar

After breakfast explore Eravikulam National Park, home to various elusive and endangered species. It is a great place to enjoy trekking and offers mind-blowing views of the tea plantations. Later, proceed towards Tea Museum (closed on Monday), which gives an insight to the history of tea plantations of this region. Later visit Mattupetty Dam, Eco Point and Flower Garden. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 03 Munnar – Thekkady (90 km/ approx. 2.5 hours)

After breakfast, drive to Thekkady (Periyar) and on arrival check-in at the hotel. Thekkady is synonymous to uninterrupted hills, rich biodiversity and spice plantations. The place is best known for the Periyar National Park. In the afternoon, proceed for boat-ride at Periyar Lake, and in evening watch traditional Kalaripayattu show. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 04 Drive from Thekkady - Kumarakom (130 km/ approx. 3.5 hour)

After breakfast, check-out and proceed to Kumarakom - a charming emerald peninsula jutting into the picturesque Vembanad Lake dotted with innumerable traditional country rafts, boats and canoes. The fresh water of the lake flows into the mainland, making a labyrinth of lagoons, canals and waterways. Enjoy a sunset cruise in Vembanad Lake. Overnight at the backwater resort.

Day 05 Kumarakom - Cochin (50 km/ approx. 1.5 hours)

After breakfast, drive to Cochin. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. Later, Enjoy city tour covering Mattancherry Palace- gifted to the king of Cochin, by Portuguese in 1555, about 500 year old Jewish Synagogue, Chinese fishing nets, local spices market followed by colorful performing art – Kathakali Dance. Later in the evening, return to the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 06 Departure from Cochin

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Cochin airport for return flight back home.

CLUSIONS:

  • Airport transfers.
  • Intercity transfers by speed train.
  • Hotel to Central Rail Station by Taxi or Cab
  • Breakfast at Hotel
  • Sightseeing as per Itinerary.
  • Accommodation.

EXCLUSIONS:

  • Airfair
  • Visa fee & Travel Insurance 
  • GST & Tax
  • Early Check in and late Check out
  • Lunches & Dinner 
  • Anything that is not mentioned in Itinerary
  • City Tax