EXOTIC KERALA TOUR
Duration: 05 Nights / 06 Days
Destinations: Cochin –Munnar – Periyar – Alleppey - Cochin
Day 01: Arrive Cochin
Arrive by international flight in the morning, after traditional 'Swagat' (Welcome) our representative would assist you
at airport & transfer to hotel for check in.
Cochin always had a very popular & historical sea trade connection with Middle East, Mediterranean Europe, Dutch &
British. It has one of the finest natural harbours on the Arabian coastline. Its cosmopolitan character is reflected in
the buildings & structures representing different regions of the world. It is one of the few places in the world where
one can see a Jewish synagogue, Portuguese churches, architecture, mosques, temples & Chinese fishing nets, all in
one city. A city of peninsulas & islands, today it is Kerala's commercial hub.
Evening see Kerala's most popular traditional classical dance Kathakali.
Overnight Hotel Cochin
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Day 02: Cochin – Munnar (150 km/ 4 hrs)
Morning we leave for a half day city tour of Cochin, with visits to St. Francis' Church, Dutch Palace (Built by the
Portuguese), Jew Town, the Jewish Synagogue built in the year 1568, spice market, where the air is filled with the
pungent smell of spices, and Chinese fishing nets.
Later in the afternoon we drive to Munnar. The distance of approximately 150 km is covered in around 4 hours while
enjoying the scenic beauty with marvelous waterfalls, high mountains and low flying clouds passing through. Upon
arrival check-in hotel for overnight stay.
Overnight Hotel-Munnar
Day 03: Munnar
Morning post breakfast we head for a half-day tour of Munnar, visiting the world's highest tea estates spread like a
green carpet over hundreds of kilometres, Lush green hills all around - a place to be seen to be believed,
andEravikulam National Park (Park is closed in the month of January and February), the best place to see the Nilgiri
Tahr (mountain goat). Rest of the day at leisure to explore the destination on your own.
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Day 04: Munnar - Periyar (160 kms. - Approx 4 hrs.)
Today we proceed for Periyar Wildlife Reserve. Set on an attractive lakeside, it is South India's most popular
Wildlife Sanctuary. Periyar is a place to cruise on the lake & gives an opportunity to see wildlife. It is home to tigers,
leopards, elephants, bison, antelopes, sambhar, wild boar, monkey, a wide variety of birds.
Optional Tour/ Activity:-
In the afternoon we will take you to the Elephant Junction in Periyar for the activities which included
Elephant ride in Periyar (for 45 minutes), Elepohant Bath & Shower, Elephant feeding and photo
session. At the end have Tea/ Cofee in the Junction and then drive back to the hotel.
Overnight Hotel – Periyar
Day 05: Periyar - Alleppey (145 kms. - Approx 3.5 hrs.)
Morning, we will take you for an Elephant safari in Periyar, followed by Spice Plantation tour & Boat ride on
on"Periyar Lake.
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Later driven to Alleppey and transfer to the jetty. On arrival board the houseboat, locally called Kettuvallam, and
cruise around cruise around beautiful Vembanad lake, This lake offers an enchanting experience to the tourists. The
lake is the best picnic spot, where you can relax your mind and body. While the water gives the place a cooling
effect, trees and shrubs act as a respite to the parched eyes. The lake is an excellent family-picnic destination too.
While seniors can laze around the lake reading a book or talking, youngsters can opt for fishing and boating. Later
proceed to Alleppythrough backwaters to observe and experience the daily life of the villagers along the backwaters.
Overnight Houseboat- Alleppey
Day 06: Alleppy - Cochin (60 kms. -Approx 1 hrs.)
Today morning we disembark houseboat at Alleppy & we drive to Cochin to board your flight for on ward destination
with memories of India Trip.