Kerala – God’s Own Country Escape

Arrive in Cochin in the morning, where our representative will welcome you at the airport and assist you with your transfer to the hotel. After check-in and some time to relax, begin your Cochin sightseeing tour. Visit the historic Jewish Synagogue, Dutch Palace and St. Francis Church, one of the oldest European churches in India. Continue to Fort Cochin, where you can see the traditional Chinese fishing nets that remain an important part of Kerala's coastal heritage.
In the evening, enjoy a fascinating Kathakali dance performance, Kerala's renowned classical dance form known for its elaborate costumes, expressive facial movements and storytelling through music and gestures. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

After breakfast, drive towards the beautiful hill station of Munnar, surrounded by rolling tea estates, forests and mountains. En route, enjoy Kerala's scenic countryside along with views of Vallara and Cheeyappara Waterfalls, plantations of tea, rubber, pepper and cardamom, and lush green forests.
On arrival in Munnar, check in to your hotel and spend the rest of the day relaxing amidst the peaceful mountain surroundings. Overnight stay in Munnar.

After breakfast, set out for a full-day sightseeing tour of Munnar. Visit the picturesque Mattupetty Lake and Dam, Echo Point, Kundala Lake and Blossom Garden. Continue your exploration with the scenic Rajamalai area and Eravikulam Wildlife Sanctuary, famous for its Nilgiri Tahr and spectacular mountain landscapes.
You will also have the opportunity to see the famous Munnar tea gardens and plantations, which form one of the defining landscapes of Kerala's highlands. Return to the hotel after a scenic day and enjoy an overnight stay in Munnar.

After breakfast, drive to Thekkady, a destination known for its forests and wildlife. After checking in at the hotel, explore the natural surroundings and the wildlife sanctuary through suitable activities such as a forest walk or jeep exploration.
Later, enjoy a boat ride on Periyar Lake, offering an opportunity to observe wildlife from the water. The sanctuary is particularly known for its elephants, while the surrounding forests are home to a variety of birds and other wildlife. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay in Thekkady.

After breakfast, proceed towards Alleppey, the heart of Kerala's famous backwaters. Check in to your traditional houseboat at around 12:00 noon and begin a relaxing cruise through the serene network of backwaters, canals and waterways.
Watch villages, coconut palms and peaceful countryside pass by as you enjoy the unique experience of staying on a Kerala houseboat. Lunch, evening tea/coffee with snacks, dinner and breakfast will be served on board. Spend the night on the houseboat surrounded by the tranquil backwaters.

When we have completed our breakfast, we will check out from the houseboat and drive towards Kovalam, one of Kerala's most popular beach destinations. On arrival, check in to your hotel and spend the remainder of the day at leisure.
Relax by the beach, enjoy the coastal atmosphere or simply unwind at the hotel. Overnight stay in Kovalam.

After breakfast, take an excursion to Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram). Visit the Napier Museum, known for its distinctive architecture and collection of art and historical artefacts, followed by the Sri Chithira Art Gallery.
Continue to the magnificent Sri Padmanabha Swamy Temple, one of the city's most significant landmarks. Return to Kovalam and spend some relaxing time by the beach. You can also visit the famous Kovalam Lighthouse before returning to the hotel for an overnight stay.

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to Trivandrum Airport for your onward flight. Depart with beautiful memories of Kerala's heritage, misty mountains, wildlife, peaceful backwaters and golden beaches.