Kerala Special 8 Days

DAY 1 ARRIVAL COCHIN - MUNNAR

Arrive Cochin by flight or train. On arrival, proceed to Munnar, known as nature lover's paradise. Enjoy the sight seeing places of Munnar. Overnight at Autumn Trees.

Munnar, the nature-lover's paradise, snuggling in the green and serene Kannan Devan Hills lies the quite and restful resort of Munnar, at an altitude of 1524 m and 136 km off Cochin. Panoramic views of low-flying clouds and mist filled valleys make it a pretty little heaven with a cool bracing climate.

DAY 2 MUNNAR

Full day sight seeing of Munnar. Visit, Mattupetty, Top Station, Kundala etc.. Overnight at the Resort.
The economy of the Munnar region is heavily dependent on the cultivation of tea, coffee and over twelve varieties of absolutely fragrant spices like sweet cinnamon, spicy cloves and peppercorns and delicate nutmeg. The climate in Munnar is basically cool partly because of the altitude and green ambience and partly due to the very heavy monsoons from June to September. Amongst the unusual flowers that grow here is the Neelakurinji that blooms once every twelve years and bathes the entire area in a beautiful blue color.

DAY 3 AT MUNNAR

Full day explore the beauty of Munnar. Overnight at the resort.

Visit Eravikulam National Park known for the Nilgiri Thar, an endangered species and Mattuppetty dam. Visit tea plantation and tea factory, to watch tea being picked, to learn how tea is processed, smell the sweet scent of tea wafting through the air and buy the tea directly from the gardens.

DAY 4 MUNNAR - THEKKADY

Today, you will be transferred to Periyar, the famous wildlife destination of Kerala. Enjoy the wildlife beauty of Periyar. Overnight at Hotel Treetop.

Perched amidst dense greenery, in the outskirts of the Periyar Tiger Reserve, the sole Tiger reserve of the Country, Thekkady, with its bountiful treasures of tropical flora and fauna, is the ultimate reservoir, of many an endangered species and a rich tribal culture. The greatest attraction of Periyar remains the large herds of wild elephants, which come down to the lakes edge.

DAY 5 THEKKADY

Full day explore the beauty of Periyar. Overnight at the resort.

Lying close to the plantations, in the rich jungles of Periyar in Thekkady is one of the world's most fascinating natural wildlife reserves - the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. Spread across 777 sq. km, of which 360 sq. km is thick evergreen forest, the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary was declared a Tiger Reserve in 1978. Noted for its geo-morphological diversity of wildlife and scenic beauty, the Reserve attracts visitors from all over the world.

DAY 6 THEKKADY - KUMARAKOM

After breakfast checkout from the hotel & proceed to Kumarakom. On arrival check in at the Resort. Overnight at Kovilakam Resort.

Kumarakom is a beautiful & a pleasant village on the Vembanad Lake. This small backwater world is an enchanting backwater destination. It has unimaginable beautiful mangrove forests, coconut grooves, & lush green paddy fields which are covered with shimmering watery ways & canals. It is a diamond in India's ecological crown, despite being one of the smallest parks in the country. Kumarakom is a small world of backwater, thatched houseboats, cormorants, Chinese fishing nets & swaying palms. It is noted for its Bird sanctuary, which is a favorite of migratory birds. Overnight stay at Hotel.

DAY 7 HOUSEBOAT

After breakfast, check out from the hotel & the houseboat will pick you up from the resort. On arrival check in at the houseboat. Enjoy your dinner & overnight at the Houseboat.

What is truly magical about a houseboat ride is the breathtaking view of the untouched and otherwise inaccessible rural Kerala that it offers. The houseboats have all the creature comforts of a good hotel including furnished bedrooms, modern toilets, cozy living rooms, a kitchen and even a balcony for angling. Meals would be cooked on board and supplemented with fresh fish from the backwaters. Today, the tradition is still continued and the food from the local cuisine is served by the Kuttanad localities, on board!

DAY 8 ALLEPPEY - COCHIN DEPARTURE

After breakfast, checkout from the houseboat at Alleppey & proceed for Cochin Railway Station or Airport to board the scheduled flight or train for your onward destination. Leave Kerala with unforgettable memories.

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