Munnar-Thekkady-Kumarakom-Cochin

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05 NIGHTS - 06 DAYS
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Munnar,This hill station nestled in the exquisite mountains of the Western Ghats is your ideal place to attain peace and tranquility.This exotic hill station, also known as the Ooty of Kerala is located in the naturally blessed Idukki district in the Southern Indian state of Kerala. It is at a height of 5,200 ft above sea level and once served as the summer retreat of the British rulers.The place got its name as the confluence of three streams – Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala – which have their origins from the nearby mountains, transpire in this little piece of heaven on earth.

Thekkady is a tranquil town with lush greenery and the picturesque mountain settings, which all make this place a perfect honeymoon location. One of the major attractions in Thekkady is the wildlife sanctuary, which was declared as a tiger reserve in 1988, it is one of the best places to spot the majestic animal tiger (the national animal of India) and many other animals like elephants, bisons, sambhar deer, wild boars, Nilgiri langur, Nilgiri Tahr, lion-tailed macaque and many species of birds, reptiles etc.The Periyar River that flows through the park adds to its appeal. You can see these wild animals in their natural habitat while you enjoy a cruise on the Periyar River. The boating in Periyar River is a great way to watch the diverse wildlife in the reserve forest.

Also known as the Venice of the East, Alappuzha is famous for its breathtaking backwaters and canals. Situated at the south western tip of the Vembanad Lake, Alappuzha is a small strip of land sandwiched between the Vembanad Lake and the Arabian Sea. Kuttanad, the rice bowl of Kerala, is a little hamlet with unending stretches of paddy fields, small streams and canals lined by lush green coconut palms. The village was known from as early as the Sangam Age. History says that Alappuzha had trade relations with ancient Greece and Rome in the B.C years and in the Middle Ages.

Kochi has an overabundance of scenic beauty and dramatic landscapes and it is extremely charismatic. Welcomed by breathtaking backwaters, Kochi is a prime tourist destination in Kerala and hence it is better known as Kerala’s most metropolitan city. Kochi is an enchanting city that has an electrifying influence of the Arabs, British, Chinese and Portuguese intriguing mix culture and architecture.

ARRIVAL LOCATION Cochin international airport
NIGHTS/DAYS 05 Nights /06 Days
INCLUDED
Transportation Accommodations
Breakfast Professional guide
NOT INCLUDED
Entrance fees
Guide gratuity

 

 

 

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Day 1: Arrival Cochin- Munnar ( 115km- 3.30hrs) 

A warm welcome to Gods own Country – ‘Kerala’. On the arrival at Cochin International Airport  you will be transferred to the Hill station  Munnar . On reaching the destination Check-in the resort and rest. The beauty of Munnar- the convergence of three types of mountain streams 1600m above the sea level. The area is famous for its Tea Plantations book towns, corkscrew towpath and small beautiful waterfalls that makes your eye sight to cure sore minds. After that in the evening it’s the best time to visit Blossom Park, Tea Gardens and enjoy a nature friendly Elephant ride. Rest of the time relax and enjoy the day as leisure. Overnight stay at Munnar.

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Day 2: Munnar 

In the morning after enjoying your breakfast, get set ready for view fabulous scenery. Let’s move on the Rose Garden, enjoy the beauty of the Mattupetty dam, echo point and Kundala Dam and Eravikulam National park. You can also enjoy a wonderful shopping experience at Spice garden in the evening with a mist atmosphere. Overnight stay at Munnar.

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Day 3: Munnar – Thekkady ( 90km- 03Hrs)

Early in the morning after having the breakfast, let’s move towards the tropical evergreen forest at Thekkady. On the way enjoy the beauty of dense forest Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, one of the world’s most fascinating natural wildlife reserves. To set out from all those busy life Periyar is the best place to take a cruise on lake and there after a jungle walk. Thereafter visit the plantations with spices, bird watching and shopping. Enjoy Kalarippayattu (Martial Arts) & Kathakali.Checkin hotel and  overnight stay at Thekkady.

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Day 4: Thekkady – Kumarakom ( 120km -3.30hrs)

In the morning after having the delicious breakfast, move to next spot to enjoy the nature’s beauty with backwaters. On reaching the destination check-in to Houseboat and later on experience the sightseeing and whole day as Leisure, Here you can also feel the adorable greenery of paddy fields, villages with nostalgia’s. Overnight stay at House Boat.

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Day 5 :Kumarakom – Cochin ( 50 Km – 1.5hrs)

Enjoy your breakfast and thereafter check-out from houseboat and proceed to Cochin.Enroute visit hill palace .Hill Palace is the largest archeological museum in Kerala, located at Tripunithura. It was the imperial administrative office and official residence of Cochin Maharaja. Built in 1865, the palace complex consists of 49 buildings in the traditional architectural style, spreading across 54 acres .The complex has an archaeological museum, a heritage museum, a deer park, a pre-historic park and a children’s.Check in hotel .Later proceed for the sightseeing in Fort Kochi and Mattanchery. The major tourists attractions includes St.Francis church, Vasco house, Santa cruz Basilica in Fort Kochi and Jewish synagouge and Jew town of Mattanchery. Chinese fishnets, beach walkway can also be enjoyed. You can also visit Marine Drive one of the popular hangout place which is built facing the back water. The bustling backwaters, fishing boats, speed boats, ships,  can be seen from this walkway.Evening shopping at Lulu mall. Overnight at Cochin.

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Day 6 : Cochin Departure 

Breakfast at hotel .Morning free for packing & personal activities. In time check out from the hotel and transfer to the Airport.

Tour ends with sweet memories of  Kerala .

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