Explore Kerala: A Journey Through Backwaters, Hills & Culture
Embark on a 8-day adventure to discover Kerala’s enchanting beauty, from the vibrant coastal town of Kochi to the serene backwaters of Alleppey and the lush hills of Munnar. Explore the rich cultural heritage of Kochi with visits to its historical landmarks like the Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue, and Vasco da Gama’s Church, then venture into the rolling tea plantations of Munnar. Experience the wild beauty of Periyar’s wildlife sanctuary and enjoy a peaceful houseboat cruise through Alleppey’s backwaters. End your journey with leisure days on the pristine beaches of Mararikulam and Kovalam.
Day 01: Kochi Arrival
Morning arrive in Kochi Airport. Meet and Greet with our representative and transfer to hotel. In the evening you can go for an optional sunset cruise around the Kochi harbour area with views of the Marine Drive, Cochin shipyard, Chinese fishing nets in the pink haze of the sunset. Overnight stay at Kochi.
Day 02: Kochi (Morning Sightseeing) Kochi – Munnar (Surface: 125 Kms)
After breakfast proceed for visit to the Dutch Palace (Mattancherry Palace), built by the Portuguese and presented to the Raja of Cochin, Jewish Synagogue, where scrolls of the Old Testament and copper plates inscribed in Hebrew script are preserved, Jews Street, St. Francis Church, built in 1503, the oldest European church in India where the Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama's body was originally buried, Santa Cruz Basilica, the Roman Catholic church with beautiful paintings on the ceiling, Chinese fishing nets & the Indo-Portuguese Museum. Afternoon proceed for Munnar. Munnar the popular hill station in Kerala situated at the confluence of three mountain streams - Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. Munnar, at 1600 metres above sea level is filled with sprawling tea plantations and picture book towns and was once the summer resort of the British Government in South India. Overnight stay at Munnar.
Day 03: Munnar
Day 04: Munnar – Thekkady (Surface: 105 Kms)
After breakfast drive through the scenic Western Ghats and spice trails to Thekkady. Enroute, we will stop by a Spice Garden and you will be shown cardamoms, peppers, coffee, ginger, cocoa, nutmeg growing. Evening enjoy a boat ride on Lake Periyar to see wild animals. Optional visit to Spice Market in the town. Overnight stay at Thekkady.
Day 05: Thekkady – Alleppey (Surface: 130 Kms)
After breakfast proceed for Alleppey, on arrival you will be board your floating Houseboat with bedroom and en-suite rest room for your comfort. Enjoy unlimited cruising on backwaters, sip a coconut, get disturbed by only the chirping of birds and occasional ripples in water and savour mouth-watering delicacies prepared in front of you by your kitchen crew. Overnight stay in Houseboat.
Day 06: Alleppey – Mararikulam (Surface: 20 Kms)
After breakfast drive to Mararikulam, on arrival check in at hotel & free for leisure. Overnight stay at Mararikulam.
Day 07: Mararikulam
After breakfast free for leisure at beach. Overnight stay at Mararikulam.
Day 08: Kovalam – Trivandrum Airport / Railway Station Drop
After breakfast drop at Trivandrum Airport / Railway station.