Upon arrival at Cochin Airport/Railway station, meet our driver/representative and proceed to ​Munnar via ​​ Athirappilly & Vazhachal Waterfalls ​ ​(If your arrival time is before 12:00 pm, only this sightseeing will be possible, because we have to reach Munnar before the 6 pm before the mist & fog fall in Munnar as it will be difficult to drive the vehicle in the hill station) . Athirappilly falls is almost a character in the movie Bahubali and leads the hero to his destiny in the film are one of the best waterfalls in India and one of the most famous. This waterfall drops from a height of 80 feet through several parallel streams offering a great scenic beauty This is the biggest waterfalls in Kerala and well known for its scenic beauty. One can reach the top of Athirapally falls with about 15 minutes’ walk from the falls entrance. It offers spectacular views of the Sholayar hills and a unique view of the waterfalls from this spot. About 10-15 minutes trek down from the top of the falls will take you to the bottom of the falls where the greatest beauty of the waterfalls can be an experience.
Later proceed to Munnar, the green Paradise of Kerala with unending expands of Tea plantations, spice plantations and a variety of flora and fauna. Arrive at Munnar and check into the hotel. This incredibly beautiful hill station is positioned at a height of 6000ft above the sea. On the way visit Valara, Cheeyapara waterfalls, Periyar Spice garden and tea gardens spread like a green carpet over hundreds of kilometres. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Today after breakfast, go for sightseeing tour of Munnar visiting, Echo point, old Munnar Market, Tea Museum, Rose Garden, Photo point, Elephant Park, Mattupetty Dam, Shooting Point where film shootings are organized. Afternoon (optional) visit Eravikulam National park; where the endangering Nilgiri Tahr is conserved. .(Eravikulam National Park is shut from 15 Jan to 15 Mar; during these dates Park visit cannot be done but all other sightseeing shall be provided as per itinerary).Later drive back to your resort. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Optional Activities; Jeep Safari, Adventure Park, Trekking
Today morning after breakfast, check-out from the hotel and proceed to Thekkady, Wildlife destination of Kerala. enjoy the spice plantation tour covering tea, coffee, tea, pepper and cardamom plantations. Elephant ride on the way. Reach by afternoon and check-in to Hotel. If tickets available, proceed for an optional boat ride in Periyar Lake which flows through the Periyar tiger reserve. During the boat ride spot the wildlife (elephants, Indian Gaur, Monkeys, Spotted deer etc. Kathakali, Kalaripayattu (Martial Arts) are optional activities, evening visit the local spice market for garden fresh spices. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Optional Activities; Jeep Safari, Periyar Boat Cruise, Elephant Ride, Nature Walk, Bamboo Rafting.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to the backwater destination. On arrival check into houseboat and enjoy the Houseboat cruise through immense natural beauty, an array of Rivers, Canals, Lagoons, Villages and much more. Afternoon lunch, Evening tea with snacks, Evening Dinner and next day breakfast included the program. After 5.30 PM boat will embark at a safe location, Later have dinner and stay overnight at Houseboat overlooking lakes/river. Overnight stay at Houseboat.
After breakfast, check out and proceed to Kovalam, On the way, visit Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Napier Museum, Kuthiramalika Palace museum, zoological park, science and technology museum, Kanakakunnu Palace, Planetarium, Zoo and other attractions in the heart of the city, enjoy rest of the day at the beach. Overnight stay at the resort. Optional Activities; 1. Lighthouse Visit 2. Catamaran Boat Ride
After breakfast, and proceed to Poovar. Poovar Beach, Known for its pristine and virginal beauty. The Poovar beach separates the river from the sea and is quite breathtaking. The estuary there is one among the natural wonders where the Lake, River, Sea and Beach meet the land and is situated adjacent to the Poovar Island; a rare find in Kerala, the southern state of India. It is enveloped by the most serene backwaters and opening out to the Sea and a dream golden beach.
Early morning watch the sunrise , and later after a delightful breakfast, leave for Trivandrum Airport/Railway station. Return on the way if time permits, you can go and visit city attractions like Zoo, temples etc. Later proceed to board the flight/train for your onward destination Enjoy your journey back with unforgettable memories of your Kerala tour.