8-Day Kerala Tour – Kochi, Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey & Kovalam

Day 1: Cochin –Arrival.

1. Kochi (Cochin)
   6h
   Upon arrival our representative will greet you at Cochin Airport/Railway Station and transfer to Hotel in Cochin. Later proceed for a half day city sightseeing tour of Cochin visting Chinese Fishing Nets, St. Francis Church, Santa Cruz Basilica, Jewish Synagogue, and Mattancherry Palace/Dutch Palace. Overnight stay at Cochin
2. Chinese Fishing Nets
   2h
   Chinese fishing nets are a type of stationary lift net in India. They are fishing nets that are fixed land installations for fishing. While commonly known as "Chinese fishing nets" in India, the more formal name for such nets is "shore operated lift nets"
3. Church of Saint Francis
   1h
   St. Francis Church, in Fort Kochi, Kochi, originally built in 1503, is one of the oldest European church in India and has great historical significance as a mute witness to the European colonial struggle in the subcontinent.
4. Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   The Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica at Fort Kochi is one of the eight Basilicas in Kerala. Counted as one of the heritage edifices of Kerala, this church is one of the finest and most impressive churches in India and visited by tourists the whole year round.
5. Mattancherry Palace
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   The Mattancherry Palace is a Portuguese palace popularly known as the Dutch Palace, in Mattancherry, Kochi, in the Indian state of Kerala which features Kerala murals depicting portraits and exhibits of the Rajas of Kochi. The palace was included in the "tentative list" of UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Day 2: Cochin to Munnar

1. Munnar
   5h
   Morning after breakfast you will proceed to Munnar,a haven of peace and tranquility - the idyllic tourist destination in God's own country. On the way you can also watch the adorable waterfalls in Cheeyappara and colourful flowers in Blossom Garden. Explore rest of the day along with the nature. Overnight stay at the Hotel/Resort.
2. Cheeyappara Waterfalls
   Pass by
   The Cheeyappara Waterfall is on the Kochi - Madurai Highway, between Neriamangalam and Adimali. It is in Idukki district, Kerala, . The Cheeyappara Waterfall cascades down in seven steps. This is also a great place for trekking.

Day 3: Munnar-Sightseeing.

1. Munnar
   6h
   After breakfast proceed for a morning sightseeing trip of Munnar visiting the Eravikulam National Park ,Visit Tea Museum and Mattupetty Lake & Dam & Kundala Lake. En-route visit Echo Point, View Point & green carpet of Tea Gardens. Overnight stay at Munnar Hotel.
2. Rajamalai (Eravikulam) National Park
   3h · Admission ticket not included
   Eravikulam National Park is a 97 km² national park located along the Western Ghats in the Idukki district of Kerala and it is the first national park in Kerala.
3. Kannan Devan Tea Museum
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   The KDHP Tea Museum is an industry and history museum situated in Munnar, a town in the Idukki district of Kerala. Tata Tea Museum is its official name, but it's also known as Nalluthanni Estate where it is located, or Kannan Devan Hills Plantation Tea Museum.
4. Kundala Dam Lake
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   Kundala Lake: Beautiful lake with splendid view of the majestic landscapes & rich forest.

Day 4: Munnar to Thekkedy.

1. Thekkady
   5h
   After breakfast proceed to Thekkady which offers diverse attractions like Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Hill Station and Spice Plantation. Here you can go for a Wildlife cruise to view a large variety of wildlife like Wild Elephants, Nilgiri Langur, Sambar Deer, Overnight stay at the Hotel.
2. Periyar National Park
   4h · Admission ticket not included
   Periyar National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary (PNP) is a protected area near Thekkady. It is notable as an elephant reserve and a tiger reserve.
3. Green Park Spices
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   Thekkady Spice Plantation. The spice plantation in Thekkady is one of the major spice plantations in Kerala.

Day 5: Thekkedy to Alleppey.

1. Alleppey Backwaters
   4h · Admission ticket included
   After breakfast, check-out and proceed to Alleppey. Upon Arrival at Alleppey board the traditionally decorated houseboats and begin the enchanting backwater cruise. The backwaters of Kerala is a unique product of Kerala and is found no where else in the world. A glide in a "Kettuvallam" (Houseboat) through the enchanting backwater is sure to rob your heart. Lunch, Dinner & Overnight stay at Alleppey Houseboat.
2. Kerala Backwaters
   12h · Admission ticket included
   The backwaters of Alleppey (also known as Alappuzha) are a common stop on many a tourist’s trip through Kerala,

Day 6: Alleppey to Kovalam

1. Kovalam Beach
   4h · Admission ticket included
   After breakfast,proceed to Kovalam beach. Kovalam is known as the "Paradise of the South". Visit the crescent shaped beaches of Kovalam i.e. Samudra Beach, Hawa Beach & Lighthouse Beach. Overnight stay at Kovalam Hotel/Resort.

Day 7: Kovallam-Full Day of Leisure.

1. Kovalam Beach
   1 day · Admission ticket included
   Relax under the tropical sun as you enjoy a day at the wonderful Kovallam beach .Overnight Stay at Hotel/Resort.

Day 8: Kovallam-Departure to Trivandrum airport or Cochin Airport.

1. Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum)
   2h
   Today after breakfast you will be transfer to Cochin or Trivandrum Airport for your onward journey.

Pickup details

This tour includes free pickup from Hotel,Airport or Place Suggest by Traveler within Kochi.

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• (Transportation is provided in 3 different vehicles: 1-3 Person by Tata Indigo or Swift Dzire and 4 to 6 Person by Toyota Innova )
• Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
• Infant meals not included
• Cost is not valid from 20-Dec to 05-Jan