Beaches of Kerala
Destination Covered: Thiruvananthapuram - Periyar
- Alleppey - Cochin - Ooty - Bandipur - Mysore -
Bangalore.
Duration: 08 Nights / 09 Days.
Day 01: Cochin
Arrive Cochin. Transfer to 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 02: Cochin - 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 03: Periyar - 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 04: Munnar
In Munnar Day is free to relax and to walk around.
Munnar is situated near the Anaimudi Peak, the highest
peak in the Western Ghats.
Day 05: Munnar - 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 06: Kumarakom - Alleppey
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 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 07: Alleppey - 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 08: Trivandrum - Excursion
Full day return excursion to Cape Camorin, the
southernmost part of the Indian mainland. Visit the
Vivekananda Memorial which is built about 400 metres
offshore.
Day 09: Trivandrum
Transfer to airport for return flight.











