ESSENCE OF KERALA - 6 Days

Arrive at Cochin airport / railway station, our relation executive will introduce our Chauffer of your tour. Journey to Munnar- tea plantations, winding lanes, green grass, flora and fauna, The hills, lakes, valleys,forests make this place a perfect summer spot, Witness the beautiful water falls – Valera & Cheeyappara waterfalls. Overnight stay in Munnar.

Munnar Explore Munnar sightseeing – Eravikulam National Park (Closed from February to Mid of April) ,Visit the famous Tea Museum (Closed on Mondays) where you will find the tea processing & lush green plantation of tea. The other attractions are Mattupetty Dam & Echo Point. Self paid Ayurveda massage etc. Overnight in Munnar.

Munnar – Thekkady (Periyar) :Morning drive to Periyar. Adventurous safaris, tiger trails and trekking. A large variety of spices & tea, coffee plantations found here.. Thekkady is a famous for its wildlife sanctuary and for a large variety of spices & tea, coffee plantations found here Thekkady is basically for exploring & doing activities and there are no much sightseeing as in other destinations. Afternoon you can opt for a Spice plantation tour or common boat ride in Periyar lake (both on direct payment basis). Overnight stay at the hotel in Periyar.

Thekkady – Kumarakom After breakfast, drive to Kumarakom – a group of little islands on the Vembanad Lake in Kerala. Experience a different world all together with the splendid backwaters, houseboats floating among the coconut trees, and glimpse of the local life at Kumarakom. Bird sanctuary here is a safe haven to millions of lovely birds and other species. Your days here will definitely be enriching. Check into the lovely backwater facing resort and relax. If interested, you can visit the famous Kumarakom bird sanctuary where you can find several rare species of migratory birds or you can also opt for Ayurveda Massage on your own. Later explore the town and local culture & activities. Overnight stay in Kumarakom.

Kumarakom – Alleppey Drive towards the backwaters of Kerala at Alleppey. Designated as the Venice of the East, Alleppey (Alappuzha) remains as the major centre for backwater trips with a large network of lakes, lagoons and several freshwater river connections. On reaching Alleppey, Stay at houseboat in Alleppey at around 12 Noon. Enjoy the cruise through the backwaters, canals. Taste the Kerala’s authentic cuisine served in the houseboat. See ancient temples, churches, paddy fields. Evening tea /coffee with snacks. Have dinner and Overnight at the Houseboat in Alleppey. Overnight stay in the houseboat

Alleppey – Cochin Departure (2.5hrs Drive) Today disembark from the houseboat at 9AM and drive towards Cochin. Later you will be transferred to the
airport/railway station.