KERELA
KERELA (6N/7D) Ex. Kochi Airport Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey, Kovalam, Trivamdram
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Transport
Places
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kochi
- Arrival at Kochi Airport: Pick-up from the airport and transfer to the hotel.
- Sightseeing in Kochi: Visit the Chinese Fishing Nets, St. Francis Church, Mattancherry Palace, Jewish Synagogue, and Santa Cruz Basilica.
- Evening: Enjoy the traditional Kathakali dance performance or Kochi Marine Drive.
- Overnight Stay: Kochi.
Day 2: Kochi to Munnar (Approx. 4 hours drive)
- Breakfast and drive to Munnar, a hill station known for tea plantations.
- On the way, stop at Valara Waterfalls and Cheeyappara Waterfalls.
- Arrive in Munnar: Check-in at the hotel.
- Evening: Relax and explore the local market.
- Overnight Stay: Munnar.
Day 3: Munnar Sightseeing
- Breakfast and proceed for a full day of sightseeing.
- Visit Tea Museum, Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, Kundala Lake, and Attukal Waterfalls.
- Visit Eravikulam National Park (home to the endangered Nilgiri Tahr).
- Evening: Relax at your hotel or take a stroll around Munnar Town.
- Overnight Stay: Munnar.
Day 4: Munnar to Thekkady (Approx. 3 hours drive)
- Breakfast and check out of the hotel.
- Drive to Thekkady: Famous for Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary.
- Sightseeing: Enjoy a boat ride in Periyar Lake, watch Kalaripayattu martial arts or Kathakali performances, or take a spice plantation tour.
- Evening: Explore the local markets and spice shops.
- Overnight Stay: Thekkady.
Day 5: Thekkady to Alleppey (Approx. 4 hours drive)
- Breakfast and check out of the hotel.
- Drive to Alleppey: Known for its serene backwaters.
- Check-in at a Houseboat for an overnight cruise.
- Enjoy the scenic backwaters, traditional Kerala cuisine, and the tranquil environment.
- Overnight Stay: Houseboat in Alleppey.
Day 6: Alleppey to Kovalam (Approx. 4 hours drive)
- Breakfast and disembark from the houseboat.
- Drive to Kovalam, a coastal town known for its beautiful beaches.
- Relax on the Kovalam Beach.
- Optional: Try water sports such as surfing, parasailing, or enjoy a Ayurvedic massage.
- Evening: Visit Lighthouse Beach and enjoy a sunset.
- Overnight Stay: Kovalam.
Day 7: Kovalam to Trivandrum (Approx. 30 minutes drive) & Departure
- Breakfast and check out from the hotel.
- Drive to Trivandrum for a brief city tour:
- Visit Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple (if time permits), Napier Museum, and Zoological Park.
- Departure: Transfer to Trivandrum Airport for your onward journey.