Explore Kerala

Duration:

07 Nights / 08 Days

Destination Covered:

Cochin(Kochi)-Munnar-Thekkady-Kumarakom-Alleppey-Cochin

Reviews

  • India Real Heritage Destinations ! Our tour was well organized and amazing. It was very quick and easy to work with our tour manager Mr. Pragya Chandra. Travel docket was well prepared with all of the details and information we needed, plus recommendations and suggestions. Our driver Anil was excellent, especially in India’s busy streets! He was very pleasant, respectful and always on time. We would love to have him as our driver again. Jodi Parker and Family, United States of America, January 2015
  • A wonderful travel agency! My son and I had a wonderful trip along with a fantastic driver and guide. I appreciate the care and attention you had given us in coming up with our itinerary. Thank you so much for your all positive effort! John, New York, USA, January 2015
  • Rapid Golden Triangle I had a wonderful experience in Golden Triangle Tour of North India! Everything was pre plan according to my itinerary, taken care of and I still felt I had the freedom to do what I wanted. I got to see and do so much more than had I tried to do this trip solo. Excellent recommendations from my tour desirner who made us program adaptable to my wishes and price range. My driver was knowledgeable about each locations and gave great suggestions on activities for me (photography related) Echo Blum, United Kingdom, December 2014
  • Nature and culture of Beyond with Sri Lanka I wanted to thank you for all your help in assisting with planning our India Beyond with Srilanka journey. We had a fantastic time in this tour package and our complaint is that our time in Sri Lanka was too short !!! we really enjoyed our holiday, once again thank you for all your help. Emir Avdic, Australia October 2014
  • The trip was great! Everything worked very well The travel itself was well elaborated, the hotels were very well equilibration, from the more basic ones to the luxury resorts as the Dune or the Taj Malabar in Cochin. A very special experience was the trip on the boat (Spice Coast Cruises) -> simply great!
    Also a very big compliment for Shiva, our driver. He was someone we could fully rely upon
    As a summary we were extremely satisfied with the travel and the organization from Shanti Travel.
    Thank you very much for your support, give her our warm regards. Claudia Reinhardt, German, September 2014
  • Rajasthan Royal Fantastic “Very happy with the trip. Rohit Poddar, our Tour Designer was very efficient and thorough! Accommodation was great and we’d like to travel again with Crocus Travel.” Michael, UK, Rajasthan, August 2014
  • Golden Triangle India “Awesome experience! Everything was taken care of & I still felt I had the freedom to do what I wanted. I got to do so much more than had I tried to do this trip solo. Excellent recommendations always !” Miriam, Spain, July 2014
Tour Description

Overview

Surrounded by backwaters lies with Palm trees, stunning hill stations, wildlife, rich culture and heritage,Kerala is one of the most beautiful state in Southern part of India on the Malabar Coast which blessed with unique geographical features that have made it one of the most sought after tourist destinations in India.

Explore Kerala package is well designed package which give you chance to explore the spectacular backwaters, beautiful hill stations along with that you will also get an opportunity to understand the wildlife at Eravikulam National Park. A former hunting preserve of British planters this park today exemplifies wildlife conservation at its best. The main draw here is the NilgiriTahr, a highly endangered species of wild goat. The sanctuary is located at the height of about 7000 feet, will offers the stunning views of the surroundings.

Apart from this you will also explore the one of the oldest wildlife sanctuary ‘Periyar National Park’, which is the most popular tourist destination of Kerala. The sanctuary is surrounded with dense forest and grass lands. It is home of Indian tigers, elephants, lion tailed macaques, gaurs, deer, sambars apart from this 45 species of reptiles , 30 species of snakes, 13 lizard species. Thekkaddy offers a calm and soothing environment which makes it as a haven for nature and wildlife lovers. It is the place where you can understand the real essence of wildlife along with the refreshing climate to revive your mind, body.

The duration of the package is 07 nights and 08 days. Covering the places such as Cochin(Kochi)-Munnar-Thekkady- Kumarakom-Alleppey-Cochin.

Itinerary

Day 1 :  Arrival Cochin (Sightseeing)

Upon arrive in Cochin airport, meet our representative, after welcome, and proceed to the hotel.Kochi is one of the most important city of Kerala which is also known as Cochin Located on the south-west coast in Kerala which is also known as the Gateway to Kerala, situated on the Arabian Sea. Kochi is one of the most beautiful city of the state of Kerala.

On arrival at your pre-booked hotel. Check in to the hotel. Rest for a while. Post lunch, proceed for a half day sightseeing covering the places such as Bolgatty Palace, Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue and Chinese fishing nets and spice market.

In the evening, enjoy the Kathakali dance performance. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 2 :  Cochin-Munnar (By Road-130 Kilometres) Sightseeing

Today, after having breakfast, proceed to Munnar by road.  The town is one of the most picturesque hill station in the Idukki district of Kerala. The town is located at the foothill of the Western Ghats mountain range, at the height of about 5,200 feet above from the sea level.Also offers the exotic species of flora and fauna, which enhances the beauty of the town.  Munnar is not popular as a hill resort, but it is also the centre of the Kerala’s tea growing district, aptly known as the high range.

On arrival, check into the hotel. The rest of the day is free at leisure or you explore the surroundings at your won or you make also visit some local market where you can buy some authentic handicraft items of Kerala. Overnight stay in the hotel.

Day 3 :  Munnar Sightseeing

After breakfast, embark on a sightseeing tour of  Munnar., you will visit the major attractions Including Christ Church which was established in 1910 by the British, visit Eravikulam National Park which is the home of NilgiriTahr apart from this is also vast flora and fauna.

Then explore MattupettyDamIt is located at the distance of 13 kilometres away from Munnar. This 160 feet high dam has vast reservoir extending several kilometres into the hill. Cruising here is an amazing experience. It is offering occasional sightings of elephant, gaur as well as sambar and Anamudi peak it located at the elevation of 2695 meter above the sea level, the peak is located within Eravikulam, you may also get a trekking opportunities here.

Day 4 :  Munnar-Thekkady (By Road-120 Kilometres) Sightseeing

Post an early morning breakfast, leave by road towards Periyar National Park in Thekkady. In the evening, enjoy a boat cruise on the Periyar Lake and explore the large variety of wildlife species that inhabit this national park. After wildlife sightseeing, return back to the hotel for night stay.Thekkady is the small village located in the Idukki district in the state of Kerala. This place is renowned for largest and one of the oldest wildlife sanctuary ‘Periyar National Park’, which is the most popular tourist destination of Kerala. The sanctuary is surrounded with dense forest and grass lands. It is home of Indian tigers, elephants, lion tailed macaques, gaurs, deer, sambars apart from this 45 species of reptiles , 30 species of snakes, 13 lizard species. Thekkaddy offers a calm and soothing environment which makes it as a haven for nature and wildlife lovers. It is the place where you can understand the real essence of wildlife along with the refreshing climate to revive your mind and body.

In the evening, enjoy a boat cruise on the Periyar Lake and explore the various wild animals that inhabit this national park.

After wildlife sightseeing, return back to the hotel for night stay.

Day 5 :  Thekkady-Kumarakom (By Road-130 Kilometres)

Post breakfast, proceed to Kumarakom by road. Kumarakom is the one of the most popular tourist destination in Kerala. It is renowned for backwater, located on the Vembanad Lake, which is the largest lake of fresh water. The backwater fishing village is indeed a haven, and has had its attractions advertised by some stunning top end resorts by the side of Vembanad Lake.

In route enjoy the breath taking lush green surroundings. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel and spend rest of the day in leisure. Overnight stay in Kumarakom.

Day 6 :  Kumarakom-Alleppey (By Road-33 Kilometres)

Today, in the morning, head straight to Kottayam. Upon arrival, get on board the beautiful Post breakfast, proceed to Alleppey. Alappuzha also known as Alleppey. It is one of the oldest planned city of the Kerala, located about 75 kilometres away from Kochi and about 155 kilometres from Trivandrum. It is one of the popular tourist destination of India. It is famous for backwaters. There are at least six navigable canals in the town.

Upon arrival at Alleppey, check-in at the houseboat. The houseboat has well-equipped rooms with all modern comforts.

Overnight at Alleppey.

Day 7 :  Alleppey-Cochin (By Road-100 Kilometres)

Today after having an early breakfast, get transferred to Cochin by road.

On arrival at your pre-booked hotel. Check in to the hotel.  After freshen up, proceed to explore the popular markets of Cochin, where you can shop for some unique handicrafts and silk clothes. However, you can also buy spices and nuts that are of excellent quality.

Evening is free at leisure. Overnight at hotel.

Day 8 :  Cochin Departure

Today is the last day of the tour, after breakfast, get transferred to the railway station or the airport to board a flight or train for your onward journey.We hope you have enjoyed your trip and look forward to organizing your next tour with us.

Tour Highlights

Tour Highlights

Tour Highlights

  1. Guided tours to major attractions of Cochin such as Jewish Synagogue, St. Francis Church, etc.
  2. Enjoy thetrekking around the tea estates of Munnar.
  3. Enjoy the boat safari in the Eravikulam National Park.
  4. Spotting rare mountain Goat called the NilgiriTahr at the national park.
  5. Explore the town market of Munnar.
  6. Spotting wildlife during a boat ride on the Periyar Lake.
  7. A leisure walk around the Vembanad Lake.
  8. Kettuvallam cruise (Houseboat) across the Alleppey-Kumarakom backwaters.
  9. Enjoy the shopping at major markets of Cochin.
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