Itinerary

DAY 1 MUNNAR

COCHIN –MUNNAR Upon arrival at the Cochin airport, our driver will meet and assist you. Then proceed to Munnar . Munnar is a land of Misty Mountains and spectacular tea plantations. The best hill station of Kerala. Watch the spectacular beauty of Tea Gardens; enjoy the nature, where the cloud turns into mist, which may touch you with a romantic feeling. Sprawling tea plantations, picture book towns, winding lanes and holiday facilities make this is a popular and most wanted tourist place of Kerala. On the way, you have the opportunity to enjoy the scenic beauty of Cheyyappara waterfalls, Valara waterfalls, Cardomn Plantations, Tea plantations and Visit to spice Garden. Hence your trip may extend as per your wish till check in to hotel. After check in to hotel and take rest. Later you can visit Blossom Park, Pothamedu View point, and Tea museum (will be closed on all Mondays). At the evening you have the opportunity of shopping at Munnar Town. Overnight stay at the resort in Munnar

DAY 2 MUNNAR

MUNNAR SIGHTSEEING Following the breakfast proceed for sightseeing, which includes Photo Point, Honey tree, Mattupetty Dam (boating at own cost, coordinate with driver), Echo point (The natural Echo phenomenon is always happening here), Shooting point, Kundala lake, the Eravikulam (Rajamalai) National Park (will be closed on February and March in every year) which is a 30 minutes’ drive away from Munnar town (where you can see the rare species of Mountain Goat). Overnight stay at the resort in Munnar. Notes: Driver will cover all the sightseeing points on the second day if not covered the same on first.

DAY 3 THEKKADY

MUNNAR - THEKKADY Following the breakfast proceed to Thekkady (Periyar), land of rainforest, wildlife’s and spices.In the Periyar forest of Thekkady is one of the finest wild life reserves in India, and spread across the entire district are picturesque plantations and hill towns that hold great opportunities for treks and mountain walks. This plantation town is situated on the outskirts of the Periyar Sanctuary. The main attraction at Thekkady is Boating at Periyar Lake (at own cost). You can do other optional activities like, Elephant safari, Kalaripayattu (A traditional martial art),Kathakali Show (A traditional performance art), Jungle Jeep Safari, Ayurveda massagesetc. at Thekkady and these are not included in the package cost. But if you are interested in any of the activities you can coordinate with our driver and he will assist you promptly and with supplementary charges. NOTE: Periyar Wild Life Sanctuary Boat Timings: 07:00; 09:30; 11:30; 14:00; 16:00; hrs. No advance ticket booking for boating at Thekkady; the guest should take tickets directly on arrival.Kindly cross check the boat timings once you reach; since only a few boats are available for cruise at Thekkady.

DAY 4 ALLEPPEY

THEKKADY - ALLEPPEY (180 KMS / 4 HRS APPORX) Following the breakfast, proceed to Alleppey to board onto the Houseboat at 1200 hrs. Begin the exciting journey of backwater cruise with the comforts of houseboat. Houseboats are the modern forms of kettuvallams or rice boats which were used as ferries to carry rice. Lunch on the houseboat and later cruise through the narrow canals of the Vembanand Lake. Explore the serene and scenic backwaters passing through lagoons, canals, lakes, rivers and inlets. See the traditional villages and coconut groves from the deck of the boat. Splash water with your hands and enjoy the unique world of water and wonderment. Luxuriant greens, tranquil backwaters, coir-laden houseboats and magical beauty will heal your mind and body as you travel to surreal Kerala backwaters. The boat moors on the lake for the night by evening. After dark you can enjoy a delicious dinner to the sound of water lapping the side of the boat. Terms and conditions for House Boat: (1). Check in time is after 12 noon and check out time is 9 am, (2). A/c will operate from 9 pm to 6 am, (3). House boat will be anchored by 5.30 pm and there will not be any cruise till 7 am in the next day morning due to Govt. restrictions, (4). The house boat will remain idle in the lake at lunch time.

DAY 5 CHERAI

ALLEPPEY- CHERAI After Breakfast check out from the house boat and move to Cochin .Sightseeing points includes, Jewish Synagogue(5 PM Closing), and Dutch Palace(5 PM Closing), Fort Cochin beach, Chinese Fishing Nets, St.Francis Church ,Evening sunset cruise in the backwater of Cochin(Own cost), Marine drive, Shopping. Then move to Cherai Beach, Apart from sightseeing activities its a place for rest and relaxation with calm beach front. Enjoy the palm fringed beach and its sunset there in the evening. Overnight stay at Cochin Hotel

DAY 6 COCHIN

COCHIN DROP After breakfast, Drop off to Cochin.(Depends on your flight time we can manage the sightseeing points) Return with beautiful memories.