South Kerala Tour (6N)

Day 1: Kochi – Munnar

Arrive at Kochi airport or Ernakulum Railway Station. Drive towards Munnar, it is a paradise situated at the confluence of three mountain streams and perched 1600 m above sea level. On the way to Munnar see Cheeyappara & Valara Waterfalls and other viewpoints. On reaching Munnar visit Tea Museum, Kundala Lake and Echo Point. In the evening drive to the hotel for overnight stay.

Note: If you arrive early, you can also plan to visit Athirapally Falls (became popular after the movie Bahubali was shot here)

Day 2: Munnar Sightseeing

After Breakfast, explore Munnar. Flower gardens, Photo point, Pothamed view point, Mattupetty Dam, Eravikulam National Park etc.

Day 3: Munnar – Thekkady

Periyar wildlife park in Thekkady. This may be the most scenic drive. Thekkady is famous for its wildlife, tea, coffee and all spices plantations. It has unending plantation gardens and one can literally smell the aroma of spices in the air. A visit to India’s best wildlife sanctuaries will give you an experience that you won’t forget. Make sure you take boat safari along the Periyar River for that mind-blowing experience. Overnight at hotel.

Day 4: Thekkady – Alappuzha

Morning after breakfast proceed to Alappuzha, where you will be booked to stay overnight in the Houseboat. Staying in Houseboat is breathtakingly stimulating experience. While sailing down a maze of canals you sees different scenes from the inland water village life, paddy fields, coconut palms, fisherman and local life. Overnight stay in the Houseboat.

Day 5: Alappuzha – Kovalam

After breakfast from Appuzha and drive towards Kovalam beach. On the way visit world richest Vishnu Temple- Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple. The temple is built in an intricate fusion of the indigenous Kerala style and the Dravidian style (kovil) of architecture featuring high walls, and a 16th-century Gopuram. The history of Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple dates back to 8th century. It is one of the 108 sacred Vishnu temples or Divya Desams in India. Zoo & Natural History museum are other major attractions in Thiruvananthapuram to be visited.

(If you leave a little early, you can also visit Jatayu Park at Kollam for extra charge)

Day 6: Kovalam – Kanyakumari – Kovalam

After breakfast drive to Kanyakumari ‘’The Lands End of India’’ to see the Triveni Sangam where 3 Oceans meet (Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal & India Ocean), Suchindram Temple, Vivekananda Rock Island. Also the 600 years old Wooden Palace of Padmanabhapuram used by the erstwhile Travancore Royal Family. Evening after enjoying sunset drive back.

Day 7: Trivandrum Departure

Have breakfast in the morning. Later, drive to Trivandrum Airport or Railway Station for your return journey.

Note: Pickup is at Kochi, drop is at Trivandrum

Inclusions

• 2 Nights in Munnar
• 1 Night in Thekkady
• 1 Night in Alappuzha AC Deluxe Houseboat
• 2 Night in Kovalam
• Double sharing basis accommodation
• All meals from Houseboat
• Breakfast from hotel at other places
• AC Vehicle from arrival till return
• Sightseeing as per itinerary
• All taxes

Exclusions

• Flight tickets, entry tickets, camera / drone fee etc
• Lunch, dinner, snacks, beverages unless mentioned
• Anything not mentioned in “Inclusions”