Itinerary Overview
Day 1: Arrive at Kochi – Munnar
Day 2: Munnar sightseeing
Day 3: Munnar – Thekkady
Day 4: Thekkady – Kumarakom
Day 5: Kumarakom – Kovalam
Day 6: Excursion to Kanyakumari
Day 7: Kovalam – Trivandrum – Departure
Itinerary
Arrive at Kochi Airport and proceed for Munnar. Visit to Abhayaranyam, a place where rehabilitating elephants are taken
care. Overnight stay in Munnar.
After breakfast, explore Eravikulam National Park and Tea Museum. Later visit Mattupetty Dam, Eco Point and Flower
Garden. Overnight in Munnar.
After breakfast, drive to Thekkady (Periyar). Post check-in, proceed for sightseeing tour of Periyar. Set high in the ranges of the Western Ghats in Kerala, is the Periyar National Park and Tiger Reserve. Periyar wildlife sanctuary has a picturesque lake at the heart of the sanctuary. Enjoy a boat ride on the lake to view the wildlife at close quarters. Later, take a spice plantation tour. Overnight in Thekkady.
After breakfast get transferred to Kumarakom. The fresh water of the lake flows into the mainland, making a labyrinth of lagoons, canals and waterways. Spend the rest of the day exploring your beautiful resort of Kumarakom. Overnight at Kumarakom.
This morning you experience Aymanam Village life of Kumarakom OR you can opt to proceed Jatayu Earth Centre for adventure activities (Anyone). Later drive towards, Kovalam which is internationally famed for its palm-fringed beaches and rejuvenating centers. Upon arrival, check in at hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Kovalam.
Aymanam village -The best things to do here would be taking a stroll through the natural setting, exploring the beauty
of the village, and getting to know the locals of the region and their customs and traditions. This village visit includes,
Interaction with Kathakali Master, Canoe Ride, Temple Visit, Traditional Kerala Lunch (subject to availability) and
English-Speaking Guide.
OR
Jatayu Earth’s Center - which is located at Chatayamangalam. It has the World’s Largest Bird Sculpture, Swiss made
Cable Car Ride, Rock Adventure Activities, Heli Ride, Zip Line.
Today, enjoy a full day excursion to Kanyakumari. Kanyakumari is the meeting point of three oceans-the Bay of Bengal, the Arabian Sea and the Indian Ocean. Visit the Kumari Amman or the Kanyakumari Temple, located on the shore. Visit the famous Vivekananda Rock Memorial. Also visit the Gandhi Memorial, built on the spot where the urn containing the Mahatma's ashes was kept for public viewing before immersion.
Overnight at Kovalam.
After breakfast, enjoy a half-day sightseeing trip of Trivandrum. Visit the Napier Museum, the Shree Chitra Kala Art Gallery and the Kuthiramalika Palace. You will be transferred to Trivandrum airport/railway station for return back home.
***END OF THE TOUR***
Inclusions
- Accommodation in well-appointed rooms as mentioned in the above hotels or equivalent with selected meal plan.
- Sightseeing as per itinerary by private tourist vehicle.
- Driver allowances, toll taxes, and Govt. Service Tax
Exclusions
- Air tickets and airport taxes
- Kalaripayattu show in Thekkady
- Boat-ride in Periyar Lake
- Guide service as per the itinerary
- Entrance fees to Abhayaranyam & Jatayu Earth Centre
- Additional charges for Kumarakom village life tour
- Entry Fee at the Monuments
- Items of personal nature like laundry, phone calls, tips to guides/drivers, etc.
- Camera / Video camera fees applicable at monuments