Overview
‘Holy Churches of Kerala’ is well designed itinerary which gives you the chance to explore the major churches of Kerala. It is one of the most beautiful state in Southern part of India on the Malabar Coast. The blessed with natural beauty in the form of beaches, mountain ranges, wildlife, backwaters and lush green areas offer the stunning view. Christianity is the third most practiced religion in Kerala. The Christian population of Kerala is proportionally much larger than the other sate of India. It is home of various beautiful Churches. Apart from this you will also enjoy the stunning backwaters and other major attractions as well. The Duration of the tour is 10 nights and 11 days.
Itinerary
Day 01: Trivandrum – Kovalam (By Road-19 Kilometres)
After arriving at Trivandrum, meet our representative, after welcome, get transferred to hotel. Kovalam is arguably Kerala’s most popular tourist destination. It is one of the most beautiful beach town located at the shore of Arabian Sea. Check in at hotel. Rest day is free at leisure.
Overnight stay in Kovalam.
Day 02: Kovalam – Trivandrum – Kovalam (By Road-19 Kilometres)
After breakfast proceed for to explore the major sightseeing’s of Trivandrum. Thiruvananthapuram or Trivandrum is the capital city of the state of Kerala. It is one of the fifth largest city of the state of Kerala.The city is located on the foothill of Western Ghats and surrounded by the sea shore of the Arabian Sea.
Visit Vettukad Church, Palayam Church, Technology Museum, Veli Tourist village and Shangmugham Beach. After sightseeing, return back to Kovalam.
Overnight stay in Kovalam.
Day 03: Kovalam – Kollam (By Road-79 Kilometres)
After having an early breakfast, proceed for Kollam by road. Quilon, which is also known as Kollam, which is one of the tiny and splendid town, located on the bank of Ashtamudi Lake. It was ancient trading town for spices.
Upon arrival in Kollam, Check in to the Hotel. After freshen up, proceed to visit Thankaserry St. Mary’s Church, Vadi Palli, Kundra Valiya Palli, St. Jude Church etc.
After sightseeing return back to the hotel.
Overnight stay in Kollam.
Day 04: Kollam –Alleppey (By Road-87 Kilometres)
Today have an early morning breakfast, proceed to Alleppey. Alappuzha also known as Alleppey. It is one of the oldest planned city of the Kerala. It is one of the popular tourist destination of India. It is famous for backwaters.
Upon arrival, check in to the House boat .Enjoy the backwater on the board.
Overnight stay at the houseboat in Alleppey.
Day 05: Alleppey – Thiruvalla (By Road-35 Kilometres)
Post breakfast disembark from the Houseboat and proceed to Thiruvalla .Upon arrival, check in to the hotel. After freshen up, proceed to Visit Edathuva Church, Parumala Church, Champakulam Church, Parel Church, Christian Museum etc.
Overnight stay at Thiruvalla.
Day 06: Thiruvalla- Kottayam (By Road-28 Kilometres)
After breakfast proceed to Kottayam. Upon arrival in Kottayam, check in to the hotel. Visit Vimalagiri Church, Kottayam Valiyapalli, Kudamallor church etc.
Overnight stay at Kottayam.
Day 07: Kottayam – Bharanaganam – Kottayam (By Road-32 Kilometres)
Post breakfast proceed to Bharanaganam .Enroute visit Athirampuzha Church, Pala Valiya Palli, Bharanaganam Tomb of St. Alphonsa and Aruvithura St. George church. After visiting these major attractions, return back to the hotel.
Overnight stay at Kottayam.
Day 08: Kottayam –Cochin (By Road-62 Kilometres)
After an early breakfast, proceed Cochin. It is one of the most important city of Kerala. This beautiful city is located on the south-west coast in Kerala which is also known as the Gateway to Kerala, situated on the Arabian Sea.
On the way visit Thanki pally, Arthungal Church and, Kokkamangalam church.
Overnight stay Cochin.
Day 09: Cochin
After breakfast, proceed to visit the local sightseeing including The Vallarpadam church, St. Francis Church, Santa Cruz Basilica in Fort Kochi, The Jewish Synagogue etc.
Overnight stay Cochin.
Day 10: Cochin-Malayattoor Church –Cochin (By Road-57 Kilometres)
Post breakfast drive to Malayattor Church, it is dedicated to St. Thomas the Apostle for India is one of the most famous Church in Kerala. The Church is located at Kurisumudi, a verdant hill in the Western Ghats. Enroute visit St. Antonys church, Edapally Church etc. After visit these Churches, return back to the hotel in Cochin.
Overnight stay in the hotel in Cochin.
Day 11: 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.