Offbeat Kerala Tour – 8 days
Cochin – (3) Munnar – (2) Thekkady – (1) Houseboat (1) Cochin – (07 Nights/ 08 Days)
DAY 01 COCHIN – MUNNAR
Arrive at Cochin airport/railway station, greetings and airport assistance, Transfer to Munnar. Munnar, the picturesque hill station in India is situated at the confluence of three mountain streams – Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. Sprawling tea plantations, picture book towns, winding lanes, trekking and holiday facilities make this destination a popular resort town. Munnar is home to Nilgiri Tahrs, an endangered species of wild goat. On arrival, check in to the hotel with the rest of the day to spend as you please- either relaxing or exploring Tea City. Overnight at the Hotel in Munnar.
DAY 02MUNNAR
You will be taken for a sightseeing tour of Munnar. A sightseeing tour around Munnar takes one to tea gardens where picturesque colonial towns and meandering mountain streams present photo opportunities galore. You will be taken for a visit to Rajamalai where you can watch Nilgiri Tahrs in their natural habitat. You will also be visiting the nearby Mattuppetty Dam, Kundala Lake, Echo Point, and Blossom Park. If interested you can have boating in the lake. Later scroll at the local market. Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 03 MUNNAR
Day at leisure. Relax at the hotel or you can opt for a soothing ayurvedic massage at the hotel (optional). Those who are interested can visit Kolukumalai. Pregnant women and people with back aches – never make the mistake of going on this trip. You have to hire a jeep to go to this place.
Kolukumalai -the second highest peak South of the Himalayas – Meesapulimala you will also trek through the world’s highest tea estate – Kolukumalai. Kolukkumalai produces some of the most flavorsome teas in the market, touted as “the world’s highest-grown tea.” In fact, the heady fragrance of freshly fired tea wafts across, welcoming one well before one reaches the quaint little factory Kolukkumalai is famed for its spectacular views, breathtaking in their magnitude and beauty.
DAY 04 MUNNAR – THEKKADY
After breakfast, drive to Thekkady. The very sound of the word Thekkady conjures up images of elephants, unending chains of hills and spice-scented plantations. Periyar forest of Thekkady is one of the finest wildlife reserves in India. Spread across the entire district are picturesque plantations and hill towns that hold great opportunities for treks and mountain walks. Evening enjoy the boating at the Periyar Lake. Overnight at a resort in Thekkady.
DAY 05 THEKKADY
After breakfast, you will be taken for a plantation tour at a nearby farm. After that, you can have an elephant ride if interested (optional ). Take an early lunch and have a relaxing Ayurvedic massage in the evening ( optional ). Evening you can have any of the cultural shows of your choice like kathakali, kalaripayattu ( martial arts ) etc (optional). Overnight at a resort in Thekkady.
DAY 06 THEKKADY – ALLEPPEY HOUSEBOAT
Morning, after breakfast, check out the hotel and transfer to the houseboat at Alleppey. Enjoy the houseboat cruise through Vembanad Lake, the biggest backwater stretch in Kerala and through the narrow canals of Alleppey. A houseboat cruise through the serene backwater stretches gives an idea of the beauty of the backwaters. Overnight stay in houseboat.
(Generally, we serve Kerala Food. If you require any special meals like main food in north Indian style or food without spice etc, it has to be informed in advance. A/c Will Work from 8 PM – 6 AM in Budget, standard and deluxe packages. Premium package A/c will work in rooms as and when required. Luxury Houseboats offer full-time Air conditioning)
DAY 07 COCHIN
Morning, after breakfast, check out the hotel and transfer to Cochin, the Commercial Capital of Kerala. Cochin is the Commercial capital of Kerala. On arrival check into the hotel. The afternoon has a short city tour of Cochin, the city famed as the ‘Queen of Arabian Sea. Visit to Mattanchery Dutch Palace, St. Francis Church, The Oldest European Church in India, the Chinese Fishing Nets – living symbols of centuries Old Chinese influence etc. Overnight at Hotel in Cochin.
DAY 08 DEPARTURE TO COCHIN AIRPORT/RAILWAY STATION
Morning, after breakfast, check out the hotel and transfer to the airport/railway station to catch a flight/train towards onward journey.
