Kerala

Ayurveda, Cuisine, Home stays, House boats, Backwaters, Beaches, Hills, Wildlife, and Pilgrim Centres, Ever wondered you could find all the above written experiences in one single place, well, Kerala justifies it. The National Geographic Magazine lists Kerala in the Ten Paradises of the World and Fifty Places of a Lifetime. Some define Kerala as a destination of a lifetime. The state amazes with the geographical diversity and cultures it holds despite of such a small terrain. Whether the beaches of Kovalam or the enchanting hills of Munnar, the backwaters of Kumarakom or the undulating forests of Thekkady, Kerala has every reason for why it`s referred as, God`s own country. Kerala has a moderate climate with a temperature that doesn’t change drastically. Every season has its own USP, though October-April is considered ideal for the visit.

Tour Itinerary

Day 01: Kochi-Munnar.
The journey to the God`s Country begins with the arrival on Kochi Airport. Kochi formerly known as Cochin is a major city in the State. Famous as the Queen of Arabian Sea, Kochi was an important spice trading centre on the Arabian Sea from the 14th century. It was the first European colony in India occupied by the Portugal and later occupied by the British and the Dutch. The drive towards Munnar would be one of the most picturesque stretches with enchanting hills jacketed in greenish tea and spice plantations. You will be bound to stop in many places on the way because of some exotic waterfalls and enduring nature.
Dinner and Overnight.

Day 02: Munnar.
Munnar is the most sought after destination in Kerala situated at the confluence of three mountain streams, Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. Nestled at the height of 1600 mts, the hill station was once a summer resort for the Officers in the British Era. Munnar is a world famous destination with the maximum number of repeated tourists year after year because of its aroma. Among the exotic flora found in the forests, the very unusual and strange grassland is the Neelakurinji, the flower blooms once in every twelve years. Munnar is famous for Eravikulam National Park at Rajmala, Echo Point, Mattupetty Lake and Dam and lots of Tea Plantation Farms. Eravikulam National Park is under consideration by the UNESCO World Heritage Committee to be selected as a World Heritage Site. Echo Point is an ideal place for trekking and adventure tourism. It`s the popular adventure tourism destination and the unusual name comes from the natural echo phenomenon here. Mattupetty Lake and Dam will add more to your surprise because the area is surrounded by wooden hills and tea plantations. The trekking lovers would love the Shola forests for pretty waterfalls that certainly add to the beauty.
Dinner and overnight.

Day 03: Munnar-Thekkady.
The very sound of the word Thekkady conjures up the images of elephants, chains of hills and of all the Periyar forests of Thekkady which has one of the finest wild life reserves in India. Thekkady has lot more to offer with the great opportunities for trekking and mountain walks. Noted for its geomorphology, diversity of wildlife and scenic beauty, The Periyar Wild Life Sanctuary attracts visitors all over the world and makes it one of the world`s most exciting natural wildlife reserves. A beautiful artificial lake formed by Mullaperiyar Dam adds to the human innovation and nature`s bless. Thekkady is known for its spice plantation like Pepper, Cardamom, Vanilla and Cinnamon, one can visit to the plantation farms. The adventurous activities like Boating, Bullock Cart Ride, Bamboo Rafting, Elephant Safari, Tribal Village Visit, Cloud Walk, Jungle Jeep Safari and Periyar Tiger Trail leaves the tourist amazed with a stint of exciting and nail biting experience.
Dinner and overnight.

Day 04: Thekkady-Kumarakom (Houseboat Cruise).
Kumarakom undoubtedly is one of the most beautiful villages in the world. People often use a phrase Paradise of Kerala for the Houseboat Hub. An unbelievable beautiful paradise of mangrove forests, Emerald green paddy fields and Coconut groves interspersed with enchanting waterways and canals adorned with white lilies. Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary is one of the attractions in the village where we will witness many species of migratory birds. Apart from this, the Vembanad Lake and Aruvikkuzhi Waterfalls adds to the beauty of the paradise. The Vembanad Lake is claimed to be the largest backwater in Kerala and it's a habitat for many marine and freshwater fish species. Kumarakom has been declared a Special Tourism Zone by the State Government; truly the village deserves to be.
Dinner and Overnight.

Day 05: Kumarakom-Alleppey (Houseboat Cruise).
Alleppey is one of the Seventeen Places of the world known as Venice of the East by Marco Polo. The village has lots of places which are of great interest like Pathiramanal Island, Chettikulangara temple, Arthunkal Church and Edathuva Church. Pathiramanal Island is the Birdwatcher`s paradise with around Ninety One local species and Fifty migratory birds. Sands of night, that’s what Pathiramanal mean, justifies with a scenic beauty it offers on the both sides of the lake and the island as well. Chettikulangara temple is believed to be built more than 1200 years ago by Padmapadacharyar, a leading disciple of Adi Shankar.
Dinner and Overnight.

Day 06: Alleppey-Cochin.
Tour Ends here