Option: 1

ITINERARY DETAILS

Day 01: Arrive Cochin

Meet on arrival and transfer to the hotel. After getting fresh, proceed for fisherman boat ride and also take tuk-tuk ride till Ernakulam city. Ernakulam is adjustment city of Cochin, well connected with Ferry and road network. Back to the city and dinner at local restaurant. Overnight: Hotel


Day 02: Cochin

After breakfast, proceed for city sightseeing of Cochin with our local guide, visit - Jewish Synagogue, Mattencherry Palace and a casual stroll through Fort Cochin. After lunch day free to explore Chinese nets and fisherman area. Evening: attend Kathakali dance at local auditorium, Kathaklai dance - is a highly stylized classical Indian dance-drama noted for the attractive make-up of characters, elaborate costumes, detailed gestures and well-defined body movements presented in tune with the anchor playback music and complementary percussion.
Dinner at local restaurant
Overnight: Hotel


Day 03: Cochin- Munnar (124 KS)

After breakfast, drive to Munnar – Situated at the confluence of three mountain streams - Muthirapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala, and perched about 1600 Mts. the hill station of Munnar once used to be the summer resort of the erstwhile British administration in south India. This hill station is marked by vast expanses of tea plantations, colonial bungalows, rivulets, waterfalls and cool weather.
En route enjoy elephant ride and spice garden walk
Arrive Munnar and check in to hotel
Dinner and overnight: Hotel


Day 04: Munnar

After breakfast, explore the town of Munnar- is a hill station on the Western Ghats, situated at 1,450 mts. visit tea gardens - Commercial tea farming in India started around 1778 with the East India Company, directed by the English botanist Sir Joseph Banks. In the "Kanan Devan Hills"around Munnar. Dinner and overnightOvernight in Munnar


Day 05: Munnar- Kumarakom (141 KS)

After breakfast, Drive to Kumarakom, the route with amazing landscapes and natural beauty. Arrive Kumarkom and transfers to the boat to check in to hotel at Kumarakom After welcome drink and check in take a short tour of lake resorts and evening free for leisure Dinner and Overnight: Resorts


Day 06: Kumarakom

After breakfast, visit the spice garden - educative services to the farming/trading community. It provides training programmes on Good Agricultural Practices (GAP). You can see plantation and farming of all major spice. Also enjoy the lunch with a local spice farmer family. Overnight in Kumarakom


Day 07: Kumarakom- Kovalam

After breakfast, drive to nearby Houseboat jetty. Here, embark on a 05 hours houseboat cruise in the back waters of Kerala. Enjoy authentic Kerala cuisine served on board. Arrive to road head and drive to Kovalam. The drive is full of panaromic view and village till Kovalam Overnight in Kovalam


Day 08: Kovalam

After breakfast, day is free to relax.
In 1930 Queen of Travancore constructed her beach resort, Halcyon Castle. The European guests of the then Travancore kingdom discovered the potentiality of Kovalam beach as a tourist destination. It is a perfect destination for beaches, cuisine and very calm life style.
Overnight in Kovalam


Day 09: Kovalam- Trivandrum- Kovalam

After breakfast, proceed for city sightseeing of Trivandrum- Sree Padmanabhaswamy temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, is the main attraction of your sightseeing, also visit local market, Sri Chitra Art Gallery and other place with our guide. After lunch, drive back to Trivandrum
Dinner at beach restaurant
Overnight in Kovalam


Day 10: Kovalam- Trivandrum- Home

After breakfast departure transfer to Trivandrum Airport.


Option 02:

Cochin | Munnar | Kumarakom | Alleppey (Houseboat) | Kovalam | Trivandrum

Honeymoon is a chance for a newly-wedded couple so that they can get to know each other and create the best memories of their life. One of the best destinations in south India to go for honeymoon, Kerala is an absolute paradise for honeymooners. The state has many breathtaking tourist spots that leave you awestruck and provide you with some lifetime memories. The palm-fringed backwaters and the laid-back beaches of Kerala have been endowed with an aura of love and romance. This package for Kerala gives you an opportunity to start a fresh and new chapter of love. This well-planned itinerary takes you to prime destinations of Kerala including Munnar, Cochin, Alleppey, Kovalam and Kumarakom.

Guided tour of Cochin including Santa Cruz Basilica and the Dutch Palace Sightseeing in Munnar including Eravikulam National Park Bird watching at Kumarakom bird sanctuary Backwater cruise from Kumarakom to Alleppey Ayurvedic massage in Kovalam/Visit to Kovalam beach Explore Padmanabhapuram Palace, Kanyakumari Morning sightseeing in Trivandrum.

ITINERARY DETAILS

Day 1: Arrival in Cochin

Upon arrival at the Cochin airport, meet our representative who escort you to the hotel already booked for your stay. As you complete the check-in formalities, settle in your rooms. Thereafter, get ready for sightseeing in Cochin. Also known as Kochi and Ernakulam, Cochin is a cosmopolitan city of the state that was an important port city in the earlier times. This vibrant city is also referred to as the 'Queen of the Arabian Sea' and the 'Gateway to Kerala'. It is dotted with a number of tourist attractions that are worth-visiting. The places of interest in Cochin that you visit today include Santa Cruz Basilica-one of India's 8 basilicas, it has Gothic style architecture; Dutch Palace or Mattancherry Palace- a two-storied structure was built around 1555, it is now a museum that is home to murals, weapons, paintings etc and finally, St. Francis Church- constructed way back in the year 1503, this is the oldest European church in the country. Stay overnight in Cochin.


Day 2: Cochin – Munnar (130 km – 4 hrs)

Today, in the morning, leave by road for Munnar. Upon arrival, check into the hotel. Munnar is probably the most popular hill station of Kerala that is flocked by tourists in crazy numbers. Placed at an altitude of 6000 feet above the sea level, this hill town has pleasant climate, green surroundings, several attractions, aromatic tea plantations, adventure opportunities and more. The rest of the day is free; you can indulge in the activities of your interest. Explore the lovely surroundings on your own. Overnight stay in the hotel.


Day 3: Munnar

Post breakfast in the morning; embark on a sightseeing tour of famous tourist spots in Munnar. The attractions that you visit include today include the Christ Church- constructed by the British in the year 1910, it is one of Munnar's most revered religious spots; Eravikulam National Park- home to the endangered mountain goat of Southern India- the Nilgiri Tahr, this wildlife reserve offers ample opportunities; Mattupetty Dam- constructed on a lake, this dam is a popular picnic spot amidst lush and serene surrounding and Anamudi peak- standing tall at an altitude of 2695 m above the sea level, this peak lies within Eravikulam and is popular for offering amazing trekking opportunities.


Day 4: Munnar - Kumarakom

On the 4th day of the tour, in the morning, leave by road for the lovely Kumarakom town, early morning. Upon arrival, check into the backwater resort. Lying on the banks of Vembanad Lake, Kumarakom is extremely well-known for its backwater tourism and colorful birds. This serene retreat boasts of verdant green surroundings. The town receives huge footfall each year. Post breakfast; embark on a sightseeing tour of Kumarakom Bird sanctuary, which is also known as Vembanad bird sanctuary. The sanctuary is a heaven for bird watching enthusiasts and ornithologists. One can spot both resident as well as migratory birds including Siberian Stork, Cuckoo, Waterfowls, Teals, Egrets, Herons, Darters, Wild Ducks, Brahminy Kites, and Owls and so on. Other than this, if you are an adventure enthusiast, you can indulge in water skiing and wind-sailing. Stay overnight in Kumarakom.


Day 5: Kumarakom – Alleppey (Alappuzha

Today, in the morning, head straight to Kottayam. Upon arrival, get on board the beautiful houseboat and sail towards Alleppey, Kerala's backwater hub, referred to as the 'Venice of the East'. Traditionally known as Kettuvallam, an overnight houseboat is well-equipped, has the required number of rooms and comes with a rower and a trained chef. As the boat cruises on the placid backwaters, soak-in the tranquility and treat your eyes to the beautiful lush views of the surrounding palm coconut grooves and paddy fields. Spot colorful birds, notice the villagers indulged in their daily routine, visit the coir making industry and so on. An overnight backwater cruise.


Day 6: Alleppey - Kovalam

You arrive in the morning at Alleppey, complete the check-out formalities and disembark the houseboat. Hit the road to Kovalam. Upon arrival, check into the hotel to rest for a while. A beautiful beach town, Kovalam is the place to be if you love peaceful ambiance, away from the stressful life of the city. Later, you have options to choose – either you can visit the serene Kovalam beach (a crescent-shape beach divided into Hawa Beach, Lighthouse Beach and Samudra Beach) indulge in interesting water sports such as swimming, surfing, kayaking and skiing. Other than that, you can pamper yourself with an herbal Ayurvedic massage, offered at innumerable Ayurveda centers that are sprinkled all around. Overnight Stay in Kovalam.


Day 7: Kovalam

On day 7, in the morning, relax on the beautiful beach of Kovalam and proceed towards Cape Comorin. Kanyakumari, known as Cape Comorin during the British days, lies on the southern tip of the Cardamom Hills. Extremely popular as Hindu religious site, the city is home an ancient temple that is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Visit the beach with multi-colored sand and partake in leisure activities. Other places that you visit include Padmana bhapuram Palace- a beautiful architecture gem built during the 16th century; this palace has murals, carvings, rose wood furniture, huge Durbar Hall, delicate intricate carvings etc. and Government Archeological museum-consisting of murals, wood carvings and artifacts. Back to Kovalam. Overnight stay.


Day 8: Kovalam -Trivandrum (Departure and sightseeing)

On the last day tour, get transferred to Trivandrum or Thiruvananthapuram. Enjoy morning sightseeing tour of Trivandrum- the largest and the capital city of Kerala. Later, drive to the airport to board flight for your onward destination.


Option: 3

Cochin | Alleppey | Kovalam | Trivandrum

This tour is planned to let you completely rejuvenate, relax and escape from the frenzied modern life. Being on this tour enjoy the sight of mesmerizing backwaters and beautiful sceneries of its surroundings. Moving forward, to Cochin enjoy the sight of the Chinese fishing nets that are distinctly unique to Cochin, being lowered at the Vasco-da- Gama square. Also enjoy sunbathing and water sports like Surfing, wooden boat ride, Motor boat ride and the herbal body toning massages, at the Kovalam beach.

Sightseeing tour to the major tourist attractions of Cochin including St. Francis Church, Jewish Synagogue, Dutch Palace, Hill Palace and Kochi Fort Enjoy the spectacular view of Chinese fishing nets being lowered at the Vasco-da- Gama square Explore the beautiful Kovalam beach Enjoy sunbathing and water sports like Surfing, wooden boat ride, Motor boat ride and the herbal body toning massages, at the Kovalam beach Experience the ayurvedic therapy Enjoying various Ayurvedic and spa treatments in Kovalam

Day 1: Cochin

After reaching the Cochin airport, meet our representative who'll escort you to one of our listed hotels. Check-in at the hotel to relax in the cozy comfort of its room. After straightening your backs for a while, proceed for a sightseeing tour of Cochin. The major tourist attractions of Cochin include St. Francis Church, Jewish Synagogue, Dutch Palace, Hill Palace and Kochi Fort. Later in the day visit the Chinese fishing nets that are distinctly unique to Cochin, being lowered at the Vasco-da- Gama square. In the evening take a leisurely walk to Cochin spice market. After the visit to the market return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.


Day 2: Cochin / Alleppey

Next morning after breakfast, cruise to Alleppey - the Venice of the East. It is a popular tourist destination for its picturesque canals, backwaters and lagoons. Upon reaching Alleppey, get accommodated at one of our listed houseboats. Enjoy cruising around the majestic backwaters on this floating villa to observe the daily life of the villagers along the backwaters. Enjoy dinner and overnight stay at the houseboat.


Day 3: Alleppey / Kovalam

In the morning disembark from the houseboat and drive to Kovalam. The shallow and low tidal beaches of Kovalam have been a favorite tourist haunt. Kovalam has three crescent shaped beaches separated by rocky outcroppings. On reaching Kovalam check-in at one of our listed hotels. After resting for a while, move out to explore the beautiful Kovalam beaches. At the beach indulge in sunbathing and enjoy water sports like Surfing, wooden boat ride, Motor boat ride and the herbal body toning massages. In the evening return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.


Day 4: Kovalam

Today the day is reserved for you to enjoy an ayurvedic therapy. Meet our resident doctors who'll after consultation plan your program and a diet chart. During the period in which you take up this ayurvedic therapy do not exert yourself much and no alcohol and tobacco should be consumed for the best results. The therapy will incorporate various herbal massages, steam baths and yoga asana. Enjoy overnight stay in the hotel.


Day 5: Kovalam

Next morning post breakfast; spend the day leisure while enjoying various Ayurvedic and spa treatments in Kovalam. Enjoy dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.


Day 7: Kovalam / Trivandrum

On the following day drive straight to Trivandrum. On reaching Trivandrum, check-in at one of our listed hotels. Rest and relax for a while in the hotel room. The major tourist attractions of Trivandrum include Padmanabha Swami Temple, Shri Chitra Art Gallery and the Museum. In the evening return to the hotel for dinner. After dinner, transfer to Trivandrum airport to board a flight for onward journey.