Kochi (Cochin) Trip Overview
Referred to as the Venice of the East, Alappuzha has always enjoyed an important place in the maritime history of Kerala. Today, it is famous for its boat races, backwater holidays, beaches, marine products and coir industry.
Munnar rises as three mountain streams merge – Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. 1,600 m above sea level, this hill station was once the summer resort of the erstwhile British Government in South India.
The very sound of the word Thekkady conjures up images of elephants, unending chains of hills and spice scented plantations. The Periyar forests of Thekkady is one of the finest wildlife reserves in India.
Additional Info
Duration: 4 days
Starts: Kochi (Cochin), India
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Kochi (Cochin), Kerala, India
Referred to as the Venice of the East, Alappuzha has always enjoyed an important place in the maritime history of Kerala. Today, it is famous for its boat races, backwater holidays, beaches, marine products and coir industry.
Munnar rises as three mountain streams merge – Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. 1,600 m above sea level, this hill station was once the summer resort of the erstwhile British Government in South India.
The very sound of the word Thekkady conjures up images of elephants, unending chains of hills and spice scented plantations. The Periyar forests of Thekkady is one of the finest wildlife reserves in India.
Itinerary
Day 1: Cochin Airport to Munnar and Sight seeing on the way.
Stop At: Munnar, Munnar, Idukki District, Kerala
Arrival at Kochi Airport assist/meet with all formalities and drive down to Munnar (140 K.M / 4 Hrs) .Please allow us to handle all of your bags along with tensions (now onwards, you just become free to enjoy your Trip). When your Tour is in the God’s own Country, we will take care of each and everything. on the way visiting Cheyappara and Valara Waterfalls. The green Paradise of Kerala with unending expands of Tea plantations, high mountains with low flying clouds and a variety of flora and fauna. Check in your hill resort and after noon at leisure/ you can go to visit Munnar town and nearby places and Overnight stay.
Duration: 4 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 3-Star Hotel
Day 2: Munnar Sight Seeing. Mattuppetti Dam, Kundala Lake, Eravikulam National Park, Blossom Park & tea museum
Stop At: Munnar, Munnar, Idukki District, Kerala
Morning after breakfast proceeding for sightseeing at Mattupetty Dam; a beautiful spot for viewing the picturesque Munnar, Kundala Lake- a natural lake with recreational facilities like boating and having excellent view of Western Ghats as well as the forest surrounded with. Also visit Eco point and tea plantations. After noon you can visit Eravikulam National park; where the endangering Nilgiri Tahr is conserved. Evening is optional to visit Blossom Park & tea museum. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.
Duration: 4 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 03 star Hotel
Day 3: Thekkay
Stop At: Thekkady, Thekkady, Idukki District, Kerala
Today after breakfast check out your hotel and drive towards Thekkady (100 K.M / 4 Hrs), the Wildlife destination of Kerala. It’s also known as the spice bag of the state. You can enjoy a beautiful journey through the hills and valleys of Wastern Ghat to reach this jungle destination. On the way visit Gap Road Viewpoint and spice plantation tour covering tea, coffee, tea, pepper and cardamom plantations. Elephant ride. Check in your hotel and later have an amazing boat ride in Periyar Lake which flows through the Periyar tiger reserve. You will have chance to watch the wild animals like elephant, Bison, Sambar, Deer etc are roaming the both shore. Evening Optional shows Kathakali and Kalarippayattu and evening visit the local spice market for garden fresh spices. Overnight stay at Thekkady.
Duration: 4 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 03 Star Hotel
Day 4: Alleppey
Stop At: Alleppey Backwaters, Alappuzha India
Moring after breakfast checkout from Thekkady and drive to Alleppey (155 KM/5 Hrs) By noon check in at the house boat in Alleppey, House boat is a private boat with fully furnished spacious bath attached bed rooms, private balcony, dining room, hygiene kitchen and side decks to capture the beauty of the back waters for a 22 hour house boating through the legendary backwaters of Kerala. On the way you will witness a full range of life’s and activities and some mind boggling sceneries. Sit back and relax while the boat cruises through the narrow serene backwaters, rivers and canals. Welcome drink, Lunch, Evening Tea/Coffee with snacks, dinner and breakfast will be served on board. Enjoy your evening on the sun decked sand and shore. Overnight stay at House Boat will be a unique experience.
Duration: 5 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Houseboat
