Itinerary 1
Day 01: Kochi - Munnar (158 kms - 04 hrs)
Upon arrival our representative will greet you at Kochi Airport and then we will start for Munnar. Munnar is the 'Gateway of Hills' in South India. On the way you will see the lovely waterfalls in Cheeyappara and colourful flowers in Blossom Garden. On reaching Munnar first check in at the hotel and relax for a while amidst the comforts of your room. For the rest of day enjoy the greenery and fresh air of Munnar.
Day 02: Munnar
After breakfast proceed for a morning sightseeing trip of Munnar. We will first visit the Eravikulam National Park where you can see the rare mountain goats locally called the Nilgiri Tahr. Next will be Mattupetty Dam where you can click some spectacular photos . The Shola Forest around Mattupetty is ideal for trekking and bird watching. After that we will move to Kundala, a picturesque town located at the confluence of three mountain streams namely Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. En route visit Echo Point, View Point and green carpet of Tea Gardens.
Day 03: Munnar - Thekkady (110 kms - 03hrs)
After breakfast proceed to Thekkady which offers diverse attractions like Wildlife Sanctuary, Hill Station and Spice Plantation. Nature's own little hideout is nestled in the hills of Thekkady. On reaching Thekkady first check in at the hotel and relax for a while amidst the comforts of your room. After that visit the local spice market for some garden fresh spices and handicrafts.
Day 04: Thekkady
After breakfast proceed to the most attractive feature of Thekkady i.e. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, a place where one can go for a Wildlife Safari to view a large variety of wild animals like Wild Elephants, Nilgiri Langur, Sambar Deer, Wild Bison, Wild Boar etc., and quite a lot of unique birds can also be spotted. You can also participate in various other recreational activities such as Spice Plantation Tour, Bamboo Rafting, Trekking, Elephant Ride, etc.
Day 05: Thekkady - Kumarakom (130 kms - 03 hrs)
After breakfast proceed to Kumarakom. On reaching Kumarakom first check in at the hotel and relax for a while amidst the comforts of your room. Kumarakom is one of the few places in the world where the only means of transportation is boats. Kumarakom is blessed with the Vembanad Lake whose majestic canals, streams and distributaries along its banks weave an intricate and enchantingly beautiful web. The major attraction of Kumarakom is the Bird Sanctuary which lies at the edge of the grounds of an old estate where a profusion of all kinds of birds can be observed. Domestic birds such as cuckoo, wild duck, egrets, darters, herons, teal, water fowl as well as Siberian Storks which migrate to this area each year, are found in abundance.
Day 06: Houseboat
After breakfast proceed to the boat Jetty. Board the traditionally decorated houseboats and begin the enchanting backwater cruising. Backwaters is unique feature of Kerala and is found no where else in the world. A glide in a 'Kettuvallam' (houseboat) through the enchanting backwaters will surely rob your heart. You will be in a watery universe, so quiet and serene that you will even hear your own blood pumping in your head, difficult to describe, so you have to be here to experience it yourself. Sparkling greens, emerald backwaters, coir-laden houseboats and magical beauty heals your mind and body as you travel in surreal Kerala.
Day 07: Houseboat - Kochi (100 kms - 02 hrs)
After breakfast pack your luggage with a promise to return once again to this part of the world.... Proceed to the airport to timely board your flight with sweet memories of your Keralian Vacations.
Note: We will provide 5 star category accommodation, buffet breakfast and dinner at all destinations. The package price does not include airfares.