Upon your arrival at the Gateway of Kerala – Cochin, you shall be met by our representative present to greet and receive.
Transfer to your hotel / resort.
Visit Historical Fort Cochin which has a rich heritage and strong historical relationship with English, Portuguese, Dutch, Arabs, and Chinese etc. Places of interest include Dutch Palace, Asia’s best preserved Synagogue, Chinese fishing nets, Sea mouth, Beach walk way etc.
Depending upon availability of time you may also visit
• Traditional spice market of Cochin in Jew town, Mattancherry and Marine Drive a popular hangout place for tourists with varieties of shops and restaurants.
• LuLu Mall one of the largest shopping mall in India. Spanning 17 acres and with a total retail floor area of 1.7 million square feet and containing more than 215 outlets including food courts, restaurants, family entertainment zones, a multiplex, ice skating rink and bowling alley.
Note: Above sightseeing / activities is at your discretion and is dependent upon your actual arrival / departure time.
Overnight Stay: Cochin.
Transfer Cochin - Munnar (140KM -4 Hour ). On the way to Munnar, enjoy sightseeing of Cheeyapara & Valara waterfalls.
Check into your Hotel / Resort.
Rest of the day is free and up to your discretion.
Overnight Stay: Munnar
We proceed to explore Munnar! The sightseeing takes you to Matupetty Dam, a beautiful spot for viewing the picturesque Munnar, Kundala Lake – a natural lake with recreational facilities like boating and having excellent view of Western Ghats as well as the surrounding forest. You shall also visit Eco point and pass through the picturesque tea plantations on the way.
There are many other optional activities like visiting tea factory, jeep rides, elephant rides which you may indulge in.
You may optionally visit Eravikulam National park where the endangered Nilgiri Tahr is conserved (park is generally closed for visitors from February to early April due to the calving season). Entry tickets to the park can be purchased online in advance at www.eravikulam.org/online-entry-tickets or can be booked by us if requested at least 6 days before arrival (Passport / Adhar card copy required for all pax for online booking). Park is open from 8 AM to 4 PM.
Overnight Stay: Munnar
Transfer: Munnar - Thekkady (110KM -3 Hour 15 Mins)
Check into your Hotel / Resort.
Depending upon your interest and factoring time availability you may opt for the below mentioned sightseeing / activities.
• Have an amazing boat ride in Periyar Lake which flows through the Periyar tiger reserve where you will have a chance to watch the wild animals like elephant, Bison, Sambar, Deer etc roaming the lake shore. Normal boating duration is for 2 Hrs b/w 7.30 AM – 3.30PM – advance booking is advisable. You can book tickets online in advance at www.periyarfoundation.online or seek our assistance. (Passport / Adhar card copy required for all pax for online booking)
• You may go for a spice plantation visit (Kerala is the spice capital of the world) where cardamom, pepper, vanilla, clove, cinnamon, nutmeg, ayurvedic herbs etc are grown.
• Opt for an elephant ride. (In case you have missed out in Munnar).
• Rejuvenate yourself with a traditional Kerala Ayurvedic Massage.
• Explore the wild with an off-road Jungle border Jeep Safari adventure trip. The trip is approximately for 3 hours and can be taken any time after 5 AM but before late evening. No manual trekking is involved. Advance booking is advisable which can be arranged on request.
• Watch the famous Kathakali show which is one of the major classical dance forms of Kerala and also enjoy the mesmerizing Kalaripayattu show which showcases the martial art forms of Kerala. Both the shows are in the evening (normally after 5 PM) and each show is of one hour duration. You can opt to watch either or both the shows. (Driver shall arrange the tickets if required. Purchase tickets early afternoon to ensure good view seats).
Note: Please contact us in case you want tips to schedule your Thekkady activities.
Overnight Stay: Thekkady.
Transfer: Thekkady - Alappuzha (HB) (165KM -3 Hour 30 Mins). Note: Houseboat check in time is 12 noon. Kindly depart after factoring travel time from your departing destination to Houseboat after buffering for any on-way contingencies.
Board the traditional Kerala Houseboat for an enchanting cruise across the backwaters of Kerala. What is truly magical about a houseboat ride is the breathtaking view of the untouched and otherwise inaccessible rural Kerala that it offers, while you float through the backwaters which consist of a complex network of brackish lagoons, lovely lakes and canals. Now, wouldn't that be something?
You would check in the house boat by noon to explore the back waters and its serene beauty. Enjoy the ride; delicious cuisines and an overnight stay with all meals (Lunch, Dinner, Evening Tea with snacks, and next day Breakfast) served onboard.
Note : In Deluxe category Houseboat, A/C will be operational from 9:00 P.M. to 6:00 A.M. # In Premium & Luxury categories AC will be available from check in to check out. # As per Government directions houseboats are not allowed to cruise after evening. # Premium category houseboats are partially glass covered while luxury category is fully glass covered. The standard menu in HB is non-veg. Please confirm by mail in case your meal preference is different. Please note that fish served during lunch is restricted to one fish per person (complimentary pax are not eligible). However, if the guests want additional quantity / varieties to be prepared this can be purchased and handed over to houseboat cook who shall get it prepared for you. Please discuss this with the houseboat staff before the start of the cruise.
Overnight Stay: Houseboat.
Post breakfast, Check out of Houseboat.
Transfer Alappuzha (HB) - Cochin (70KM -1 Hour 30 Mins)
You may visit the sightseeing mentioned on Day 1 in case you were not able to cover them earlier.
Depending upon your flight / train time you shall be dropped at the airport / railway station.