India’s Best Kerala Tour
Overview
An expedition to Kerala (God’s own country) has something to deliver for every traveller. Blessed with rolling hills, gorgeous backwaters and calm beaches, lip-smacking delicacies and a distinctive culture, it is an idyllic place for those who want to capture the natural beauty of the God’s Own Country – Kerala. It is the best place to unwind yourself in the lap of nature. With our India’s Best Kerala Tour, you have the opportunity to satiate the wanderlust in you and be mesmerized by the magic of Kerala. While you discover Kerala, cherish the adventure of sailing through its famous backwaters soaking in views of local villages, charming vistas of the setting sun over the azure waters and the refreshing aroma of tea and spice plantations. With our well-designed itinerary, we’ll ensure that your Kerala tour is nothing but the best.
Highlight
- Guided sightseeing tour of Kochi: Kochi Fort, Jewish Synagogue, St.Francis Church and Chinese Fishing Nets
- Experience the wonderful sceneries of the Munnar tea plantations
- Enjoy wildlife spotting at Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
- Stay in a traditional luxury Houseboat amidst wonderful Kerala backwaters
- Witness how tea is processed at a Tea Museum in Munnar
Itinerary
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Day 1 Cochin ArrivalUpon arrival at Kochi Airport, our representative will meet you and transfer you to the hotel in Kochi. KOCHI:Kochi, also known as Cochin, is a beautiful city in the Ernakulam district of Kerala.
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Day 2 Cochin sightseeingAfter breakfast, tour begins with a visit to Fort Kochi located on the western coast of India amidst the pristine Wat Visit the St. Francis Church (Closed on Sundays from 08.00 to 11.00 hrs)within the middle of the fort’s complex. Also, visit the Jewish Synagogue located close to Fort Kochi, which is more than 100-years old. It was built in 1568 and is a showpiece displaying hand-painted floor tiles, Belgium-imported glass chandeliers, rare antiques etc. Your Kochi sightseeing tour ends with a visit to Chinese Fishing Nets. They are a hallmark of the Fort Kochi,
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Day 3 Cochin - Munnar (150KM - 5 Hours)After breakfast, drive to Munnar. MUNNAR: a beautiful hill station named after three rivers: Madhurapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundaly. check-in at the hotel. Later, head forsightseeing tour of Munnar with first visit to the Munnar Tea Estates:Munnar is a city renowned for its bountiful tea plantations nestled amidst pristine nature. Walk through these sprawling tea estates and soak yourself in the refreshing aroma of the tea leaves. Also, visit the Mattupetty Dam: a concrete gravity dam constructed between 1949 and 1953 for the purpose of conservation of water and hydroelectricity generation. Overnight at hotel.
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Day 4: Munnar - Thekkady (110 KM - 4 Hours)After breakfast, drive to Thekkady.on arrival, check-in to the hotel.Overnight stay at hotel
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Day 5: Thekkady SightseeingAfter breakfast, visit the popular Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary – a reserve of Bengal tigers, Indian elephants, Wild Boars, Tigers, Leopards, etc. It has an around 100-years old artifical water lake where you can sight tigers, baby elephants and a couple of other animals in a playful mood. Here you will go for a Boat ride (Optional) at the Periyar Lake to capture rich glimpses of wildlife, tea/coffee and spice plantations etc.Overnight stay at a hotel in Thekkady.
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Day 6: Thekkady - Kumarakom -(150 KM - 4 hours)After breakfast, check-out at the hotel and proceed to Kumarakom. KUMARAKOM:a scenic village located at the bank of the Vembanad Lake. On arrival, directly visit the exotic Kumarakom Bird Sanctuaryand see varied species of colourful as well migratory birds in the park. The bird sanctuary is also termed as Ornithologists Paradise. Later, check -in at the hotel
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Day 7: Kumarakom - Alleppey (40 KM - 1 Hours)After breakfast, drive to Alleppey.ALLEPPEY: Alleppey, also called the ‘Venice of India’, is located in the Alappuzha district of Kerala..On arrival, board the Houseboat, locally called Kettuvallam. Cruise around backwaters of Alleppey to observe & experience the daily life of the villagers along the backwaters. Enjoy dinner and a pleasant overnight stay in the houseboat
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Day 8: Alleppey - Cochin (60 KM - 2 hours)Early morning breakfast and after some relaxation on the houseboat, boat arrives at Alleppey finishing point jetty. Later, our company representative will transfer you to the Cochin Airport for your onward journey