Day 1

Kochi Airport to Munnar

When you arrive at Kochi airport you will be received at the arrival terminal by our representative. We will proceed on a drive to Munnar and will stop in the waterfalls on the way. If elephants are sheltered at Kodanad and you can enough time after your arrival in Kochi Airport, we will arrange for an Elephant Center Visit as well. You can also stop at Neriamangalam bridge to watch Periyar river . Take pitstops on the Valara waterfalls and Cheeyappara Waterfalls on the way to Munnar . Check into the resort and Overnight at the resort

 

Distance Covered : 145 KMs

Travelling Time : 4.5 Hours

Highlights

 

• Waterfalls on the Way to Munnar
• Neriamangalam Bridge
• Night Stay at the resort

Day 2

Munnar Sightseeing

On reaching Munnar, check into the hotel, have your breakfast and proceed for the sightseeing tour of Munnar. Munnar is, undoubtedly, one of the best hill stations in Kerala. Located in the enchanting terrain, this hill station offers a spectacular view of misty valleys, low-flying clouds and cascading waterfalls. You can begin your tour by visiting the Anaimudi Peak. This peak is the highest peak of South India and offers a picturesque view of lofty hilly terrains. It is also the famous place for adventure lovers due to the fascinating trekking routes and campaigning at an altitude of 2700m. This place is truly a heaven for all nature enthusiasts.

Distance Covered : 50 KMs

Travelling Time : 4.5 Hours

Highlights

 

• Pothamedu
• Devikulam
• Kuthumkal Waterfalls
• Evarikulam National Park

Day 3

Munnar to Thekkady

Once you reach Thekkady, check into the hotel, have your breakfast and proceed for the sightseeing tour of Thekkady- a place known for its wildlife centers which teems with animal, plant species as well as colorful birds. There are many well-known tourist destinations in Thekkady that include Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, situated on the banks of the Periyar Lake. Being the main center of attraction of Thekkady, this place lures nature and wildlife lovers from different spheres of the globe. Spread across the area of 777 Sq. km, the vegetation of the sanctuary consists of tropical evergreen and semi-evergreen forest. You can enjoy the sights of tigers, leopards, elephants, wild boars and many more. There are around 260 species of Birds available in the park that makes it a paradise for bird lovers.

Distance Covered : 92.1 km

Travelling Time : 189 minutes

Highlights

• Kumily

• Murikkady

• Mudra Cultural Centre

• Periyar Lake

Day 4

Thekkady to Kumarakom

After breakfast, check out of the resort in Thekkady. Drive to Kumarakom and arrive by the afternoon .Check in and enjoy rest of the day  at leisure in a lovely backwater resort. You may just relax being at one of the premium backwater resort watching the backwater life.

Distance Covered : 122 Km

Travelling Time : 3 hours 22 minutes

Highlights

• Relax at the Resort
• Trip to Kumarakom

Day 5

Kumarakom Sightseeing

Relax for the day in the resort or proceed for sightseeing in Kumarakom. Kumarakom is an enchanting backwater tourist destination in Kerala, India. Located 85 Km from Cochin International Airport and 12 Km from Kottayam, it is one of the most exhilarating tourist place located on the Vembanad Lake. Surrounded with mangrove forests and coconut groves, Kumarakom is the center for houseboat Cruises and provides sightseeing experiences that are truly breathtaking.

Once you reach Kumarakom, check into the hotel, have your breakfast and proceed for the tour of Kumarakom- a prominent backwater destination in Kerala. You can start sightseeing from Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, located at a distance of 12 Kms from Kottayam. Kumarakom is an ideal tourist destination for ornithologists who can enjoy the sights of migratory birds like the waterfowl, cuckoo, owl, egret, heron and the water duck etc. during winters.

Distance Covered : 40 Kms

Travelling Time : 144 Minutes

Highlights

• Kumarakom Backwaters-
• Aruvikkuzhi Waterfall
• Pathiramanal
• Thazhathangadi Valiapalli

Day 6

Kumarakom to Poovar

After breakfast, check out of the Kumarakom resort Drive to Poovar  and arrive by the afternoon. Reach the hotel via a motorboat across backwaters and into the hotel and enjoy rest of the the day the resort. We will organise a romantic  candle light dinner for you in the evening . Overnight at the resort.

Distance Covered : 199 Km

Travelling Time : 5 Hours 2 minutes

Highlights

• Get an authentic ayurvedic massage 
• Poovar Beach
• Poovar Estuary
• Kovalam Beach

Day 7

Kanyakumari sightseeing

After an early brekfast in the morning, proceed to Kanyakumari for sightseeing.

Described as the southernmost tip of India, Kanyakumari is located at the confluence of Bay of Bengal, Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean.  Situated in Tamil Nadu, Kanyakumari is the land of complete peace and serenity. Legend has it that the great philosopher and reformer, Swami Vivekanand mediated at this tiny town. To commemorate this, the Swami Vivekanand Rock Memorial was built in 1970. The memorial also houses the Shripada Mandapam which is a museum dedicated to the life of Swami Vivekanand.  Several tourists flock to this memorial to either meditate or feel the presence of this great preacher. Due to its quiet demeanor, you can find a spiritual connection in Kanyakumari wherever you go. One of Kanyakumari’s main attractions is Kumair Amman Temple. Since the temple is considered one of the Shakti Peeths, there is a large influx of devotees every year. No trip to Kanyakumari is complete without visiting the sandy beaches or resplendent waterfalls. One of the many famous waterfalls is Olakaruvi Falls. It is an hour’s trek from the foothills but is worth the climb as the view is spectacular. It is also believed that the water of Olakaruvi Falls has rejuvenating powers

Distance Covered : 58 Km

Travelling Time : 1.5 Hours

Highlights

• Tsunami Monument
• The Cape Festival in October
• Sanguthurai Beach 
• Vivekananda Memorial

Day 8

Trivandrum Sightseeing and departure

After breakfast, check out of the hotel and proceed for sightseeing in Trivandrum based on the time of your flight or train.

 

There are a number of tourist attractions in Trivandrum, India. A must on every tourist itinerary for Trivandrum, the Padmanabhaswami temple with its gopuram (tower) soaring majestically upwards, is believed to be one of the 108 shrines sacred to the Vaishnavites in India. Besides this magnificent temple, Trivandrum offers a great deal more. There is the Observatory to start with, established over a hundred years ago in Trivandrum in India. In Trivandrum one can visit the Museum with its profusion of gables and turrets. A repository of fine works of art, the chief attraction here is the 250-year-old temple car made for Lord Vishnu, artistically designed and ornamented. Besides this, objects carved out of wood, models of temple, antique jewelry, etc., make the museum worth a visit.

In the evening transfer to railway station/airport for your onward journey. 

Distance Covered : 50 Kms

Travelling Time : 75 Minutes

Highlights

• Padmanabhaswami temple
• Trivandrum City SIghtseeing