Kerala - Where the sky meets the land
Placed amidst the Arabian Sea and the Western Ghats, Kerala is known to be one of the top 10 tourist spots according to the National Geographic. The spectacular view of the mountains on one hand and the rough Arabian Sea on the other, this spot excels when it comes to culture, heritage, and food.
The trip to Kerala takes you around the important cities of Kerala starting from the major port Cochin, rich in its own cultural heritage with monuments, handicrafts and performing arts. This 9 days tour would definitely satiate your tastes in everything starting from authentic delicacies to age old monuments apart from the naturally beautiful backdrop.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Destination Covered
Cochin, Munnar, Thekkady, Kumarakom, Alleppey, Kanyakumari, Kovalam, Trivandrum
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY
Day 1: Cochi
You arrive at Cochi where you get collected by our representatives and taken to a hotel at Cochi. Cochi being the commercial capital of Kerala has a lot of hubbubs. You reach the hotel and enjoy a splendid lunch. In the evening, you go out to view the popular and interesting tourist spots of Kerala which includes the Jewish Synagogue, the dutch palace and also the majestic port of Cochin to see ships sail to and fro and fishermen waiting for their daily catch.
Day 2: Cochin-Munnar
The next destination of the Kerala tour is the magnificent city of Munnar. Surrounded by hills, Munnar is a place which has a spectacular aura owing to its natural backdrop with beautiful greenery everywhere. You are given an entire day to enjoy the hills, valleys and the natural beauty of Munnar and you get to reside among the hills for a day before you go to your next destination.
Day 3: Exploring Munnar
The third day, you are taken around the popular tourist spots of Munnar which include the Raja Malai hills, echo point, and the Muttupetty dam. On the way to the peak of the Raja Malai hills, when gets to see exotic species of trees including the mountain goats or the Neel Thar on their way. After covering these sites, you can either retreat to your hotel to spend a relaxed day or you can venture other calm and serene places in Munnar if you want more of it.
Day 4: Munnar-Thekkady
The next day you head towards the wildlife sanctuary of Thekkady to see the utmost diversity in the flora and fauna of Kerala and to experience the wilderness. Located at around 1800 metres, you are taken on an evening boat safari on the Periyar River that cuts through the wildlife sanctuary. One is sure to spot elephants, lion-tailed macaques, tigers, gaur, langurs and much more. After a happening boat safari, you return to your hotel and relax the night.
Day 5: Kumarakom
Kumarakom has a contrasting beauty with that of Munnar and therefore again creates a rush of excitement among the tourists. Kumarakom is located on the Vembanad Lake which is the largest freshwater lake in Kerala. Surrounded by mangroves and paddies all around, you are taken to witness some of the most beautiful spice plantations starting from spices like cardamom and pepper. You then go back to the hotel and rest for the day amidst the greenery.
Day 6: Kettuvallam
We finally reach that portion of the tour which makes Kerala the most famous- Houseboats! Cruising in some of the major lakes and rivers of Kerala and watching the lush green forests, animals and many more from the houseboat is a different thrill. You reside in the houseboat for the day which sails from the river to river and you get to awe the beauty of the night moon.
Day 7: Alleppey-Kanyakumari
Disembark from Kettuvallam to board Alleppey and reach Kanyakumari, the southernmost tip of the Indian subcontinent. Watch how the Bay of Bengal, the Arabain Sea, and the Indian Ocean merge in Kanyakumari. The rough Arabian sea, the smooth Bay of Bengal and the vast Indian Ocean have their own distinct hues which become prominent under the night sky. Enjoy the mesmerizing beauty of the sea after the hills to etch the state of Kerala in your hearts.
Day 8: Kanyakumari - Kovalam
You tour along the Bay of Bengal to witness the sunrise and reach Kovalam, known for the best beaches in Kerala. Surrounded by coconut palms and boulders where the waves crash on the golden sands, this beach has a unique beauty of its own. You can just spend an easy day by relaxing at the beach with some local delicacies.
Day 9: Kovalam
You can simply rest on the beach of Kovalam on the last day of the tour or you can go for some local shopping here and there to buy some exotic spices and handicrafts.
Day 10: Thiruvananthapuram
You bid adieu to the splendid and mesmerizing city of Kerala. You are dropped to the airport or the railway station according to your departure timings.
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