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22' east
longitude. The breadth if the state varies from 32 kms in the
extreme north and south to over 120 kms in the middle.
Day 1
Arrive Cochin
Arrive Cochin, meet our representative at arrival hall &
transfer to your hotel. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Cochin
including The Dutch Palace at Mattancherry is renowned for its wall
murals depicting scenes from the Ramayana. The Jewish Synagogue at
the heart of what is locally called the Jew Town. The St. Francis
Church, the oldest European church in India. The Santa Cruz
Basilica, originally built in 1557 by the Portuguese. The Chinese
fishing nets are huge cantilevered fishing nets believed to have
brought to Kochi by Chinese traders. Finally, the Willingdon Island,
named after Lord Willingdon, is the headquarters of the Southern
Naval Command of India.
Day 2
To Periyar
Morning drive on a scenic route dotted with plantations of
rubber, cardamom, cocoa, green pepper and areca nut, to the wildlife
reserve at Periyar. Arrive Periyar and check – in at hotel. Rest of
the day free for walk around in the peaceful town known for various
Spice and coffee plantations.
Day 3
To Munnar
Early morning enjoy a boat ride on Lake
Periyar to see wild elephants. Afternoon drive to Munnar, the famous
hill station of Kerala. Arrive Munnar and check – in at hotel.
Day 4
In Munar
Day is free to relax and to walk around. Munnar is situated near
the Anaimudi Peak, the highest peak in the Western Ghats.
Day 5
To Kumarakom
Morning drive to Kumarakom near Kottayam and stay in one of the
backwater resorts. The panoramic backwaters here offer an ideal
retreat to enjoy nature at its best.
Day 6
To Alappuzha
Morning drive a short distance before switching over to a boat
for a through many canals and waterways up to Alleppey. The
backwater cruise in a country boat is the best way to explore the
villages and rural life. In Alleppey you will be taken aboard your
floating houseboat, a different boat with a bedroom and en-suite
rest room for your comfort. Enjoy unlimited surfing on backwaters,
sip a coconut, get disturbed by only the chirping of birds and
occasional ripples in water and savor mouthwatering delicacies
prepared in front of you by your Kitchen crew. Spend the night on
board the houseboat. Enjoy a cruise on the backwater through a maze
of canals and lagoons and enjoy freshly caught fresh water fish
cooked to your taste on board.
Day 7
To Trivandrum
Morning board your transport for an interesting drive to
Trivandrum. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Trivandrum visiting The
ancient temple of Sri Padmanabhaswamy is one of the major
attractions in the city of Thiruvananthapuram.Napier Museum was
built in 1880 and shows a harmonious blending of Kerala, Mughal,
Chinese and Italian architectural styles. Sri Chitra Art Gallery has
a good collection Tanjore, Mughal, and Rajput schools of art. The
Zoo in Thiruvananthapuram has many shady and delightful walks.
Day 8
To Cape
Full day
return excursion to Cape Camorin, the southernmost part of the
Indian mainland. Visit the Vivekananda Memorial which is built about
400 meters offshore.
Day 9
Leave Trivandrum
You will be accompanied by our representative to airport to
board flight for onward destination. End of our services…………… |