Overview
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. The state is blessed with natural beauty in the form of beaches, mountain ranges, wildlife, backwaters and lush green areas offer a breath taking view. A part from this Kerala is also one of the most popular place for Ayurveda and spa treatments. The region offers a calm and soothing environment which makes it as a haven for nature, the refreshing climate of the region, revive your body and mind.Apart from thisKerala is known for its back waters which are a chain of brackish lagoons, it is the main tourist attraction among the tourist’s.
‘The Land of Backwaters’is well designed package will give you the chance to explore the spectacular backwaters, beautiful hill stations along with that you will also get an opportunity to understand the wildlife as well of the region. Apart from this you will also explore the colonial heritages at Cochin. During the tour you will also explore the Mumbai, which is one of the 6th largest and populated Megacity of the world which is known as the financial, commercial and entertainment capital of India. The city is renowned for its vibrant lifestyle, which conceded as the city that never sleeps.The duration of the package is 14 nights and 15 days. Covering the destinations such as Mumbai, Cochin, Munnar, Periyar, Kumarakom, Alleppey, Kovalam and Trivandrum.
Itinerary
Day 1 : Mumbai (Arrival) Sightseeing
Upon arrival in Mumbai, meet our representative, after welcome proceed to the hotel. Mumbai is one of the 6th largest and populated Megacity of the world which is known as the financial, commercial and entertainment capital of India. The city is renowned for its vibrant lifestyle, which conceded as the city that never sleeps.
Check in to the hotel. Rest day is free at leisure. Enjoy the nightlife of the colourful city, explore the Chowpatty beach and test the mouth-watering street foods. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 2 : Mumbai Sightseeing
Today after breakfast, proceed for sightseeing in and Mumbai. Visit the Elephanta Caves, on Elephanta Island, transports you back 6th and 7th century centuries. The magnificent rock-cut carvings here are some of the most spectacular you will get to see anywhere.
The other visits of the day will be the Gateway of India, Juhu Beach and some shoot locations of Bollywood. Overnight stay in the hotel.
Day 3 : Mumbai - Cochin (By Air) Sightseeing
After an early breakfast, proceed to the Mumbai airport to board the flight to Cochin 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 of the day is free at leisure. In the evening, enjoy the Kathakali dance performance. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 4 : Cochin
Post breakfast, proceed for guided tour in and around Cochin covering the places such as Bolgatty Palace, Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue and Chinese fishing nets and spice market.Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 5 : Cochin-Munnar (By Road - 132 Kilometres)
Today after an early breakfast, drive to Munnar, it is one of the most picturesque hill station in the Idukki district of Kerala which offers the stunning view of the tea plantations and Cardamom hills .
On reaching, check in at the hotel. Rest day is free at leisure, you may take leisure walk around the breath-taking surroundings of the town. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 6 : 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 Nilgiri Tahr apart from this is also vast flora and fauna.
Then explore Mattupetty DamIt 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. Overnight stay at Munnar.
Day 7 : Munnar - Periyar (By Road - 85 Kilometres) Sightseeing
Enjoy an early morning walk in the tea estates of Munnar, here you can find a rare flower called Neela Kurunji. Return back to the hotel and have your breakfast.
After having breakfast, proceed for Periyar to go to Periyar National Park which renowned tiger and elephant reserve which is located at Idukki districts and Pathanamthitta in Kerala. The sanctuary is surrounded with dense forest and grass lands.
On arrival, check into a jungle lodge. Rest of the day is free at leisure. Night stay in the lodge.
Day 8 : Periyar Sightseeing
After having an early breakfast, then proceed to explore the Periyar National park by boat. Enjoy bird watching while boat riding on the Periyar Lake where you can spot both resident and migratory birds. You can also take guided trek through the Periyar National Park.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.
The afternoon is free to relax. Stay overnight in the hotel.
Day 9 : Periyar - Kumarakom (By Road - 130 Kilometres) Sightseeing
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 10 : Kumarakom - Alleppey (By Road - 33 Kilometres) Sightseeing
After breakfast, proceed for Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. Protected by a thick cluster of mangroves, the bird sanctuary spread across 14 acres and home to over 180 species of birds. It is best to visit on foot by one and half kilometres on walking trek, where you are likely to spot heron, darters, water duck, waterfowl, owl, cuckoo and Siberian cranes. It is one of the most popular tourist attraction of the town.
In the afternoon, head straight to Kottayam to board the houseboat. Enjoy a relaxing backwater cruise. Stay overnight on board the houseboat.
Day 11 : Alleppey - Kovalam (By Road - 160 Kilometres) Sightseeing
Today after breakfast, proceed to Kovalam .The city of Kovalam is Kerala’s most popular tourist attraction. This beach town is located on the shores of Arabian Sea in Thiruvananthapuram city. The meaning of Kovalam is a grove of coconut trees which gives it the true significance as the entire town is surrounded by coconut trees. Three crescent shaped beaches separated by rocky headlands are the main hotspot here.
On arrival, check in at the resort. Overnight stay at a resort. After freshen up, you have the choice to explore the beautiful beaches the town such as Hawa Beach, Lighthouse Beach and Samudra Beach, apart from this you may also enjoy the water sports activity such as kayaking, skiing swimming, you may also take relaxing Ayurvedic massage as well. Overnight Stay in Kovalam.
Day 12 : Kovalam Sightseeing
Today after having breakfast, proceed towards Kanyakumari, known as Cape Comorin during the British period, it is one of the holiest place for Hindus, located on the foothill of Cardamom Hills. It is home an oldest Lord Shiva temple. You will also get the chance to explore the beaches here. Apart from this visit Padmanabhapuram Palace which is the magnificent architecture gem constructed during the 16th century.
Back to Kovalam in the evening. Overnight stay at Kovalam.
Day 13 : Kovalam
After breakfast, take an Ayurvedic massage and relax yourself with yoga and meditation as well. Rest day is free at leisure. Stay overnight at the resort.
Day 14 : Trivandrum - Kovalam - Trivandrum (By Road - 19 Kilometres)(Excursion Tour)
Post breakfast, embark on a sightseeing tour of Trivandrum which include Padmanabha Swami Temple and other historical places. In the evening, explore the beaches of Kovalam. Stay overnight in Kovalam.
Day 15 : Trivandrum (Departure) - Mumbai (By Flight)
Today is the last day of the tour. Post breakfast in the morning, you will be transferred to the Trivandrum Airportto board flight back to Mumbai. We hope you have enjoyed your trip and look forward to organizing your next tour with us.