Day 01 - Mumbai - Delhi :
(Arrival) Arrive at Mumbai/Delhi. Overnight at
hotel in Mumbai/Delhi.
Day 02 - Mumbai - Delhi - Thiruvananthapuram :
(Thiruvanthapuram Arrival) Breakfast at hotel.
Transfer to airport for flight to Tiruvanthapuram.
From the airport drive straight to Kovalam which has
one of the most beautiful beaches of the world. The
surf here is ideal for surf riding and the water
invites the visitor to ride the "Catamaran" or log
with the fisherman, or to take a cool swim. Nearby
is the Beach centre of aquatic sports. Arrive &
check in hotel. Rest of the day free to relax &
exploring the beach. Overnight at hotel.
Thiruvananthapuram, the capital city of "God's Own
Country" - Kerala is also popularly known by its
anglicised name Trivandrum. Thiruvananthapuram , the
southern most district of Kerala state is situated
to the extreme south of India. To the north of
Trivandrum is Kollam district and Thirunelveli and
Kanyakumari districts of Tamilnadu are on the east
and south respectively. The district can be divided
into three geographical regions - highlands,
midlands and lowlands. The major tourist attractions
of Thiruvananthapuram are its famous beaches, which
are the best bet to relax after a tiring trip.
Day 03 - Kovalam :
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Breakfast at hotel. After lunch excursion to Kanya
Kumari to visit the stunning Padmanabhapuram palace
and to enjoy the unique experience of Sunset & Moon
rise over the ocean simultaneously. Return to
Kovalam in the evening. Overnight at Kovalam.
Kovalam beach is known as the "Paradise of the
South". Kovalam is just 16 kms away from Trivandrum,
Kerala's capital city. Kovalam is an evergreen and
pleasant climatic beach resort. Kovalam is a
dreamland for tourists all over the world. With high
rock promontory and a calm bay of blue waters, this
beach paradise creates a unique aquarelle on moonlit
nights. Kovalam was brought to the public eye by the
Maharaja of Travancore. Over the past three decades,
the place has been well developed, and now figures
prominently on the world tourism map. The warm and
clean atmosphere by the coconut trees and the white
sandbed are perfect for relaxing holidays, as the
seabreeze gently plays with the waves.
Day 04 - Kovalam :
Breakfast at hotel. For the half-day visit Shree
Padmanabha Swami Temple, Napier Museum, Chitralayam
Art Gallery, Zoological Gardens, Reptile House
Observatory and Kanakakannu Palace at Trivandrum. .
Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at Kovalam.
Day 05 - Kovalam - Quilon :
(By Road) After breakfast, we drive to Quilon one of
the oldest ports of the Malabar Coast and were once
the centre of international spice trade. Quilon is
famous for its delicious Cashew and Seafood. After
checking in hotel we set out to see some historic
remains and the temples built in ornate style. We
also visit the village to know the life style and
culture of locals. Overnight at Quilon.
Day 06 & 07 - Quilon - Alleppey :
(By the backwaters) Breakfast at hotel. From Quilon,
we take Kerala's traditional houseboat for Alleppy,
which is a fabulous way to explore the fascinating
beauty of the backwaters. We reach Alleppy by next
day morning. Use the rest of the day in exploring
and in shopping. Overnight at Houseboat.
Alleppey: Alappuzha, formerly named as
Alleppey, in Kerala is one of the major backwater
destinations. The thrilling boat race awaits you at
Alleppey or Alappuzha. Imagine to just lazing on a
houseboat or enjoying fishing in Alleppey Kerala.
Kuttanad is also known as the 'rice bowl' of the
state, Kerala India. Alleppey is a captivating
destination in Kerala India that provides
backwaters, traditional Kettuvallooms (house boats),
beaches, boat race, swaying palms, gourmet delight
and many more.
Day 08 - Alleppey - Periyar :
(By Road) Leisurely breakfast in the morning. We
reach Periyar by noon. After lunch we take safari to
a nearby Coffee Plantations & villages.
Periyar: One of the well known wildlife
sanctuaries in the south, Periyar sanctuary attracts
a large number of nature lovers every year. Also
called the Thekkady Wildlife Sanctuary, this place
is ideal for watching the animals in their natural
habitat. The forest here, slopes into the manmade
lake at the bottom of the hill. This lake serves as
the waterhole for the animals and they come here to
drink or take a dip. Elephants, Gaur, Sambhar and
even tigers can be spotted here. There are boat
services which takes the visitor around the lake.
The best season to visit the park is between October
and June. Spread over 777 sq.km of the Cardamom
Hills of Western Ghats, the Periyar sanctuary is
located 137 km from Madurai.
Although an excursion on the splendid artificial
lake is the standard way to experience the
sanctuary, you can also walk around with the local
guide in a small group. Wild Elephant herds come to
the lake to frolic in the water. Other attractions
of the sanctuary are the Sambhar, Bison, Spotted
Deer, Tigers, Leopards, Malabar Flying Squirrels,
Stripe necked Mongooses, etc. There are over 260
species of birds here, including Nilgiri Wood
Pigeons, blue-winged Parakeets, White bellied Tree
Pies, laughing Thrushes and Fly Catchers.
Day 09 - Periyar :
(By Road) Early morning we take boat ride over the
Lake Periyar to watch animals in their natural
habitat on the water's edge. While cruising on Lake
Periyar, you are likely to see animals like Wild
Boars, Sambars, Wild Dogs, Langur Monkeys and Wild
Elephants. For the lunch we return back to hotel.
Late After noon we again visit the park by cruise,
as once is not enough to explore it fully.
Day 10 - Periyar - Munnar :
(By Road) From Periyar we continue to Munnar set
amid Southern India's most dramatic mountain scenery
and the combination of craggy Peaks, Manicured Tea
Estates.Crisp mountain air makes Munnar a delightful
alternative to the better known hill stations of
Tamil Nadu. It is a perennial favorite of
'Honeymooners' and offer magnificent scenery and
wonderful walks. At Munnar you are free to explore
its beauty of nature.
Day 11 - Munnar :
Complete day at leisure. Munnar is situated at the
confluence of three mountain streams namely
Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. This hill
station, located at an altitude of 1600 m above sea
level, was once the summer resort of the erstwhile
British government in South India. Sprawling tea
plantations, picture book towns, winding lanes and
holiday facilities make this a popular resort town.
Among the exotic flora found in the forests and
grasslands is the 'Neelakurinji'. This flower which
bathes the hills in blue every twelve years will
bloom next in 2006 AD. Munnar also has the highest
peak in south India, Anamudi, which towers over 2695
m. Anamudi is an ideal spot for trekking
Day 12 - Munnar - Cochin :
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(By Road) We reach Kochi by noon and keep the day
for the shopping and personal activities. At the
time of sunset we take Boat Cruise on the backwater
which gives an opportunity to behold the great charm
of this city. Cochin set on a cluster of islands and
narrow peninsulas, the port city of Cochin (Kochi)
(Queen of Arabia) reflects the eclecticism of Kerala
perfectly. With a rich past and a bustling present,
it has been the business hub of the region from the
very early days after Alleppey (Alappuzha). Cochin
consists of mainland Ernakulam, the islands of
Willington, Bolgatty and Gundu in the harbour, Fort
Cochin and Mattancherry on the southern peninsula,
and Vypeen Island north of Fort Cochin, all was
linked by ferry but now some islands have bridges.
The influence of Chinese, Jews, Arabs and Europeans
is evident in Cochin and its people. The oldest
church in India, 500-year-old Portugese houses, old
tiled houses built in the Chinese pagoda style, the
famous Chinese fishing nets, a Jewish community
whose roots go back to the Diaspora, synagogues and
mosques all tell the fascinating story of this
harbour town. The harbour is still at the heart of
the city and pepper, sea food, rubber and coir mats
and matting are exported from here. Despite this,
Cochin is an attractive city with serene creak &
lagoons overhung with feathery coconut palms and
picturesque islands. The older parts of Fort Cochin
and Mattanchery are an unlikely blend of medieval
Portugal, Holland and an English country village
grafted onto the troppical Malabar coast. Cochin is
one of India's largest ports and a major naval base.
Day 13 - Cochin - Mumbai -Home :
Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to airport for flight
to Mumbai and then connecting flight home.
