Kerala
Package Tours
Spices Tour- ITINERARY
Travel to Kerela and discover the splendid beauty of the cities of Kerela,
embellished with backwaters of Kerela, beaches of Kerela and the enchanting
sights. Among the ravishing cities of Kerela, Munnar is situated 1600m above
sea level and was the summer resort of the British Government in South
India. Sprawling cardamom and tea plantations, picture-book towns, winding
lanes and holiday facilities makes the holidays in Kerela during the spices
tour a splendid experience.
Among the backwaters of Kerela, Kumarakom is a unique backwater destination
situated on the banks of Vembanad Lake. The spices tour to Kerela take
travelers to the exotic Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, which is a favorite haunt
of migratory birds from across the world. The view of rare species of bird
makes Kumarakom a renowned bird watching center along with being a center
for houseboat cruises.
Duration of itinerary: 7 Nijghts / 8 Days
Cochin / Munnar/ Periyar / Kumarakom
Day 1 Cochin
Arrive Cochin. Meet and assistance at the railway station / airport by our
representative and transfer to your hotel. Half day sightseeing by boat,
visiting the Dutch Palace, Synagogue, Chinese Fishing Nets, St. Francis
Church, Bolghatty Palace, etc
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 2 Munnar
Early morning proceed to Munnar. Arrive by noon (4 hours drive - 130 kms).
Check into your hotel. Afternoon sightseeing of Munnar. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 3 Munnar
Complete day at Munnar visiting important places like Pothamedu, Devikulam,
Pallivasal, Attukal, Mattupetty etc.
Overnight at hotel.
Munnar is situated 1600 m above sea level, which was the summer resort of
the British Government in South India. Sprawling tea plantations,
picture-book towns, winding lanes and holiday facilities makes this a
popular hill station. Anamudi, the highest peak in South India (2695 m) is
situated here.
Day 4 Periyar
Early morning, depart for Periyar (Thekkady). On your way, you will be
visiting Idukki Dam. Arrival by noon (110 kms - 3 ½ hours). Check into
your hotel. Afternoon sightseeing of Periyar.
Overnight at Hotel.
Periyar wild life sanctuary is one of the largest wildlife reserves in
India, which is more popular as a tiger reserve. A boat ride on the splendid
Periyar Lake is the best way to experience the sanctuary. It is also famous
for tea and cardamom plantations.
Day 5 Periyar
Complete day at Periyar, visiting Periyar wild life Sanctuary, Murikkady,
Pandikuzhi, etc. Boat cruises on the Periyar Lake.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 6 Kumarakom
Early morning, depart for Kumarakom and arrive at noon (130 kms - 4 hours).
Check into your hotel. Afternoon visiting neighboring places. Overnight at
hotel. Kumarakom is a unique backwater destination situated on the banks of
Vembanad Lake. Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary is a favorite haunt of migratory
birds from across the world, which makes it a renowned bird watching center.
It is also a center for houseboat cruises.
Day 7 Cochin
After lunch, proceed for Cochin and arrive in the evening ( 90 kms). Check
into your hotel. Spend the evening for last minute shopping.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 8 Cochin
Morning is free for your own activities. Transfer to railway station /
airport for your destination.
Honeymoon
Package -ITINERARY
Fascinating honeymoon packages to Kerela give the couple an opportunity to
experience the unique backwaters of Kerela on board the houseboat. The
houseboats were traditional country boats, which used to carry cargo through
the backwaters of Kuttanad region, located below the sea level.
Relish the splendid moments of honeymoon in Kerela while spending the
memorable time in the houseboats, swaying over the backwaters of Kerela. The
houseboats have one or two bedrooms, attached bath and kitchen etc.. The
honeymoon tour to Kerela includes houseboat cruises during daytime through
the scenic narrow canals and lakes. Meals are prepared on board and the
cruise includes visits to villages, paddy fields and interesting monuments.
You will get the opportunity to witness the village life and culture at
close quarters.
Duration
of itinerary: 8 NIGHTS / 9 DAYS
Cochin / Alleppey / Kumarakom / Munnar / Thekkady/ Trivandrum / Kovalam
Day 1 Cochin
Arrive Cochin. Meet and assistance at the railway station / airport by our
representative and transfer to your hotel. Half day sightseeing by boat
visiting the Dutch Palace, synagogue, Chinese Fishing Nets, St. Francis
Church, Bolghatty Palace etc. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 2 Allepey
After breakfast, proceed to Allepey (65 kms - 1 ½ hours), which is the
centre of backwater cruises in Kerala. Board in houseboats, sightseeing and
cruise to Kumarakom. Traditional Kerala food will be served. Overnight in
the Houseboat.
Day 3 Kumarakom
Arrive Kumarakom and proceed to Munnar (155 kms - 4 hrs.). Check into your
hotel. Evening, sightseeing and overnight at Hotel. Munnar is a beautiful
hill station on the Western Ghats at about 1600 meters above sea level.
There are lakes, reservoirs, forests and several tea estates. Anamudi, the
highest peak in South India is nearer to this place.
Day 4 Munnar
Spend the entire day at Munnar visiting important places like Pothamedu,
Devikulam. Pallivasal, Attukal, Mattupetty etc..
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 5 Periyar
Early morning, depart for Periyar (Thekkady) - 110 kms / 3 ½ hours. On
your way, you will be visiting Idukki Dam. Arrive by noon. Check into your
hotel. Evening free for sightseeing.
Overnight at hotel.
Periyar wild life sanctuary is one of the largest wildlife reserves in
India, which is more popular as a tiger reserve. A boat ride on the splendid
Periyar Lake is the best way to experience the sanctuary. It is also famous
for tea and cardamom plantations.
Day 6 Periyar
Complete day at Periyar, visiting Periyar wild life sanctuary Murikkady,
Pandikuzhi, etc. Boat cruises on the Periyar Lake. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 7 Kovalam
After breakfast, proceed to Kovalam ( 270 kms - 6 ½ hrs). On your way,
sightseeing of Trivandrum, the capital City of Kerala. Check into your hotel
and overnight at Kovalam.
Day 8 Kovalam
Spend the day at Kovalam, enjoying the beaches. Overnight at hotel.
Day 9 Trivandrum
Transfer to Trivandrum to catch your flight / train.