Kaleidoscopic Kerala Trip
Duration : 12 Night / 13 Days
Places to Visit : Mumbai - Delhi - Kovlam - Quilon
- Alleppey - Periyar - Munnar - Cochin - Mumbai
Kerala is famous for its sprawling backwaters, sandy beaches and superb beauty. It is a tropical paradise of waving palms that offers a rare kaleidoscopic view of natural beauty, culture and heritage. The land of coconuts refreshes your senses with its breathtaking beauty in the lap of nature. The state is bordered by the Arabian Sea towards the West. Thiruvanatapuram is located at the southern tip of the state and forms the capital.
Kochi, Kozhikode, Kollam, Thrissur, Kottayam, Kannur, Alapuzha, Manjeri and Palakkad form major trading and activity centers. The eastern Kerala consists of high mountains but gorges and deep-cut valleys at immediately west of the Western Ghats’ rain shadow. Kerala has three different climactic regions: the eastern highlands (rugged and cool mountain terrain), the central midlands (rolling hills), and the western lowlands (costal plains).
Pamper yourself with different Ayurveda and Spa Resorts offering treatments and rejuvenation for mind, body and soul. It is amazing to find beautiful hill stations like Munnar, Wayanada, Echo Point, and Ponmudi. The Thekaddy and Periyar Wildlife Sanctuaries are no less charming. Kerala houseboats are wrought with luxury and one can enjoy the gorgeous sunset while on a houseboat cruise at the Vembanand Lake.
Day 1 - MUMBAI / DELHI :
(Arrival) Arrive at Mumbai/Delhi. Welcome
by Indian Travel Agent Representatives at the airport and transfer to y
our hotel.
Overnight at hotel in Mumbai/Delhi.
Day 2 - MUMBAI / DELHI - TIRUVANTHAPURAM :
(Tiruvanthapuram Arrival)
Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to airport for flight to Tiruvanthapuram.
From the airport drive straight to Kovalam which has one of the most beautiful
beaches of the world. The surf here is ideal for surf riding and the water
invites the visitor to ride the "Catamaran" or log with the
fisherman, or to take a cool swim. Nearby is the Beach centre of aquatic
sports. Arrive & check in hotel. Rest of the day free to relax &
exploring the beach.
Day 3 - KOVALAM :
Breakfast at hotel. After lunch excursion to
Kanya Kumari to visit the stunning Padmanabhapuram palace and to enjoy
the unique experience of Sunset & Moon rise over the ocean simultaneously.
Return to Kovalam in the evening. Overnight at Kovalam.
Day 4 - KOVALAM :
Breakfast at hotel. For the half-day visit Shree
Padmanabha Swami Temple, Napier Museum, Chitralayam Art Gallery, Zoological
Gardens, Reptile House Observatory and Kanakakannu Palace at Trivandrum.
. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at Kovalam.
Day 5 - KOVALAM - QUILON :
(By Road) After breakfast, we drive
to Quilon one of the oldest ports of the Malabar Coast and were once the
centre of international spice trade. Quilon is famous for its delicious
Cashew and Seafood. After checking in hotel we set out to see some historic
remains and the temples built in ornate style. We also visit the village
to know the life style and culture of locals. Overnight at Quilon.
Day 6 & 7 - QUILON - ALLEPPEY :
(By the backwaters) Breakfast
at hotel. From Quilon, we take Kerala's traditional houseboat for Alleppy,
which i
s a fabulous way to explore the fascinating beauty of the backwaters.
We reach Alleppy by next day morning. Use the rest of the day in exploring
and in shopping. Overnight at Houseboat.
Day 8 - ALLEPEY - PERIYAR :
(By Road) Leisurely breakfast in the
morning. We reach Periyar by noon. After lunch we take safari to a nearby
Coffee Plantations & villages.
Day 9 - PERIYAR :
(By Road) Early morning we take boat ride over the
Lake Periyar to watch animals in their natural habitat on the water's
edge. While cruising on Lake Periyar, you are likely to see animals like
Wild Boars, Sambars, Wild Dogs, Langur Monkeys and Wild Elephants. For
the lunch we return back to hotel. Late After noon we again visit the
park by cruise, as once is not enough to explore it fully.
Day 10 - PERIYAR - MUNNAR :
(By Road) From Periyar we continue
to Munnar set amid Southern India's most dramatic mountain scenery and
the combination of craggy Peaks, Manicured Tea Estates.Crisp mountain
air makes Munnar a delightful alternative to the better known hill stations
of Tamil Nadu. It is a perennial favorite of 'Honeymooners' and offer
magnificent scenery and wonderful walks. At Munnar you are free to explore
its beauty of nature.
Day 11 - MUNNAR :
Complete day at leisure.
Day 12 - MUNNAR - COCHIN :
(By Road) We reach Kochi by noon and
keep the day for the shopping and personal activities. At the time of
sunset we take Boat Cruise on the backwater which gives an opportunity
to behold the great charm of this city.
Day 13 - COCHIN - MUMBAI - HOME :
Breakfast at hotel. Transfer
to airport for flight to Mumbai and then connecting flight home.
THE TOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES :
1. Double sharing accommodation at hotels,
2. Sightseeing tours as mentioned in the itinerary,
3. All air-conditioned qualis/sumo transport with driver,
4. Meet and assist services on arrival / departure,
5. Daily american buffet or a la carte breakfast,
6. All applicable taxes and service charges,
7. All meals at house boat,
8. All meals at periyar,
9. Entrance fee at periyar,
10. Elephant ride at periyar,
11. Boat ride at periyar and
12. All parking with road taxes & driver allowances.
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