DAY 1| ARRIVAL IN INDIA
Arrival at Cochin International Airport and transfer to Munnar. En route, you will view scenic natural beauty and Spice plantations. Upon arrival at the hotel, you will be welcomed by tender coconut-local Kerala drink and garlands. Check-in to the hotel and relax.
Have a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 2| MUNNAR – THEKKADY (3hrs – 92kms)
After breakfast, check-out and drive towards Thekkady. Once reached, check-in to the hotel and proceed for a full day tour. Thekkady includes Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary – a tiger and elephant reserve. It also has endangered species of flora and fauna. You can also take boat ride to see the various species. Visit Mullaperiyar dam and spice plantations and here you can buy local Indian spices. Enjoy the Elephant ride – a 30-min ride and photo session through spice plantations. After sightseeing, drive back to your hotel.
Have a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 3| THEKKADY- ALLEPPEY (4hrs – 140kms)
After breakfast, check-out and proceed to your next destination, Alleppey – famous tourist destination as it has breathtaking landscapes and luxurious houseboats. Upon arrival, check-in to the hotel. Then proceed to Alleppey beach, famous for natural beauty. It has an ancient lighthouse and a garden at sea shore. Have a relaxing day at the beach. In the evening, enjoy the sunset. On your way to the hotel, shop at local market.
Have a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 4| ALLEPPEY
After breakfast, transfer to the famous houseboat in Alleppey. You will enjoy the scenic view of coconut trees and rice paddy fields from the luxurious houseboat. Enjoy freshly cooked lunch and dinner by chefs at houseboat with all amenities. Spend a comfortable night in the houseboat.
DAY 5| ALLEPPEY-COCHIN (1hr 15mins – 53kms)
After breakfast at the houseboat, transfer to Cochin. On arrival, check-in to the hotel. Then proceed for a full day city tour. Visit Jewish Synagogue (a place where Jews used to meet) – it was built by the Jewish community in Kerala. The most attractive part of this sight is the ancient glasswork and hand-painted Chinese tiles. Next visit the Dutch Palace – a 2- storey building depicting the portraits of Rajas of Kochi. The ceiling of the palace is designed in beautiful floral patterns. In the late afternoon, visit Santa Cruz Basilica and St. Francis Church. Enjoy dinner at a beachside restaurant and enjoy the local Kerala cuisine on banana leaf. After dinner, drive back to your hotel.
Have a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 6| DEPARTURE FROM INDIA
After an early morning breakfast, our representative will escort you to the airport. Board your flight back home with pleasant and everlasting memories.
*** YOUR KERALA TOUR CONCLUDES***