Guide

Service of English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program. (Other language guide can be organized on request at additional cost)

Others

Bottled drinking water in car. Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary. Kathakali dance show ticket in Cochin Babo rafting or boat safari in Pariyar National Park Tea Estate visit in Munnar and Tea testing tour Government taxes.

Transport

Deluxe Air-conditioned private vehicle from arrival till departure as per tour program.

Accommodation

11 Nights accommodation in selected price category hotels with breakfast Kovalam x 2 nights 3* - Harmonia Beach Resort/ Sagara Beach Resort 4* - Estuary Island Resort/Uday Samudra Leisure Beach Hotel 5* - Vivanta by Taj - Green Cove/ The Leela Kovalam Beach Kanyakumari x 1 night 3* - Sea Shore/ Hotel Seaface 4* & 5* - Anantya Resorts/ Annai Resorts and Spa Rameshwaram x 1 night 3* - Daiwik Hotel 4* & 5* - Hyatt Place Rameswaram Madurai x 1 night 3* - Astoria by Sparsa/ Madurai’s Residency 4* - GRT Regency/ Fortune Pandiyan Hotel 5* - Heritage Madurai/ The Gateway Hotel Pasumalai Pariyar (Thekkady) x 1 night 3* - Abad Green Forest/ Hotel Treetop 4* - The Elephant Court/ Cardamom County 5* - Spice village/ Cardamom County Munnar x 2 nights 3* - Fort Munnar/ Abad Copper Castle 4* - Nature Zone Jungle Resort/ Fragrant Nature Munnar 5* - Chandys Windy Woods/ Tea County Kumarakom x 1 night 3* - Abad Whispering Palm/ Cocobay Resort 4* - Eastend Lake Song/ Goldfield Lake Resort 5* - Coconut Lagoon/ The Zuri Alleppey x 1 night 3* - Deluxe Houseboat 4* - Deluxe Houseboat 5* - Premium Houseboat Cochin x 1 nights 3* - The Dune Hotel/ Abad Plaza 4* - Casino Hotel/ The Avenue Regent 5* - Xandari Harbour/ Le Meridien

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Meals

Breakfast included at hotel. Accommodation in Alleppey Houseboat includes all meals.

Others

Any flight tickets. Gratuities (optional) Camera charges at any monuments. Meals other than mentioned in inclusions. Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc. Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrive Trivandrum – Kovalam (20Kms/ 30Minuts Drive)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrive Trivandrum – Kovalam (20Kms/ 30Minuts Drive)

On arrival at Trivandrum airport meet with our office executive assistance and transfer to hotel in Kovalam (hotels check in time 1200hr afternoon, early check in subject to rooms availability). Rest time free & easy for personal activities and relax. Overnight at beach hotel.
Day 2 Day 2: Kovalam
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Kovalam

Breakfast at hotel, city tour of Trivandrum. Visit Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple the guardian deity of the city. The Maharaja of Travancore till date pays homage at the Padmanabhan Swamy Temple that enshrines the image of Lord Vishnu reclining under the hood of "Anantha" the great serpent. Also visit Attukal Temple a Hindu religious shrine. The city has a rich tradition of nurturing art and culture since ancient times, witness same by visiting Napier Museum, Kuthira Malika & Sri Chitra Art Gallery. Drive thru famous beaches which include Shankumugham Beach, Kovalam Beach, Vizhinjam lighthouse & Light House Beach Road. Overnight at beach hotel.
Day 3 Day 3: Kovalam – Kanyakumari (85Kms/ 2Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Kovalam – Kanyakumari (85Kms/ 2Hrs)

Breakfast at hotel, drive to Kanyakumari check in at hotel. Later city tour visit Kanyakumari Temple one of the 108 Shakti Peetha in Hindu mythology. The temple is one of the major Hindu temples across India and is mentioned in almost all the ancient Hindu scriptures. Gandhi Mandapam and Vivekananda Memorial, watching sun set from here is the big attraction. Padmanabhapuram Palace, a temple town, located 11km from the city of Kanyakumari. The temples here are built in the distinctive Dravidian style and are adorned with massive gopurams which are a common characteristic of all the Dravidian temples. Kanyakumari is an excellent shopping destination for buying various seashell items. Overnight at hotel.
Day 4 Day 4: Kanyakumari – Rameshwaram (325Kms / 8Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Kanyakumari – Rameshwaram (325Kms / 8Hrs)

After breakfast, drive to Rameshwaram, check in at hotel. Rameshwaram is an island separated from the mainland by a small strait of water. Rameshwaram is famous for the Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Rama who, it is believed, had descended on its shores and built a bridge across the Palk Strait to reach Lanka in his quest to rescue Sita from Ravana. Additionally, the temple is famous for being one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Siva. Lord Rama had constructed a Siva linga in order to offer thanks to the Lord after killing Ravana. Hence, the temple is a sacred site for both Shaivites and Vaishnavites. The grandest part of the temple is the 1219 m pillared corridor consisting of 3.6m high granite pillars, richly carved and well proportioned. Built in the 12th century AD, the temple with its awe-inspiring corridors are the longest in India. Overnight at hotel.
Day 5 Day 5: Rameshwaram – Madurai (175Kms/ 4Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Rameshwaram – Madurai (175Kms/ 4Hrs)

Early morning visit to Adam's Bridge the name given to the chain of reefs, sandbanks and islets that almost connects Sri Lanka with India. According to legend, this is the series of stepping stones used by the monkey army, lead by Hanuman to cross the ocean in a bid to rescue Sita from the clutch of Ravana. Breakfast at hotel drive to Madurai, check in at hotel. Later city tour visit the Meenakshi Sundareshwar, one of the largest temple complexes in India built between the 16th and 18th centuries. Apart from the estimated 33 million sculptures there, the temple is absolutely absorbing with the endless rounds of ceremonies, prostration of countless devotees and glittering market stalls. Later visit Tiruparankundram Murugan Temple, Palamuthirsolai Murugan Temple. Also visit the Tirumal Nayak’s Palace; a highly decorative monument. Its enormous roofed arcade supported by 48 – foot high stone pillar, still stands. In the evening visit the famous Meenakshi Sundareshwar Temple to attend the Aarti (Prayers) witnessing interesting rituals and ceremonies. Overnight at hotel.
Day 6 Day 6: Madurai – Periyar (140Kms/ 4Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Madurai – Periyar (140Kms/ 4Hrs)

Breakfast at hotel drive to Periyar, check in at Jungle Resort. After refreshment visit the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, discover the park, animals found here include elephant, gaur, wild boars and birds like ibis and grey heron. Take a boating at Periyar Lake to view animals with a bit of extra luck we may be able to see the rare tiger as well. Afterwards take a spice plantation tour to see crops of cardamom, cinnamon, pepper, coffee, tea estates etc. You could stop at the local market and pick up some fragrant spices. Overnight at hotel.
Day 7 Day 7: Periyar – Munnar (110Kms/ 3Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Periyar – Munnar (110Kms/ 3Hrs)

Breakfast at hotel sunrise, boat ride on the Periyar Lake, or trekking through the forest, you may have opportunity to see the herd of Elephant bathing in the river. Later drive to Munnar, check in at hotel. The word "Munnar" means three rivers, 3 mountain streams (Madurapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala) are joining together here. During the British rule in India, Munnar was the summer resort of the Government officials. The natural beauty, calmness and mild cold climate throughout the year make it the favorite tourist places. The tea estates, hills, lakes and forests inside Munnar range expose its beauty. Overnight at hotel.
Day 8 Day 8: Munnar
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Munnar

After breakfast, visit to Pothamedu which offers an excellent view of the tea, coffee and cardamom plantations in Munnar. The rolling hills, the lush mountain and the breathtaking scenery here is ideal for trekking and long mountain walks. Mattupetty dam and its reservoir, this concrete gravity dam is built between the hill ranges and it is used mainly for water storage for hydroelectric projects. Eravikulam National Park, The Nilgiri Tahr can be observed at close quarters here. This park established to protect the Nilgiri Tahr (Nilgiri Ibex) is breathtakingly beautiful and is easily comparable to the best mountain ranges found anywhere in the world. Mattupedi Dairy Farm, famous for the Indo-Swiss Farm, this is a highly specialized dairy farm which comes under Indo-Swiss Livestock Project. Echo Point, go there and scream as loud as you can and wait for a minute. You can hear your echo back! Overnight at hotel.
Day 9 Day 9: Munnar – Kumarakom (150Kms/ 3Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Munnar – Kumarakom (150Kms/ 3Hrs)

After breakfast, drive to Kumarakom check in at hotel. The village of Kumarakom is a cluster of little islands on the Vembanad Lake, and this small water world is part of the Kuttanad region. The bird sanctuary here is a favorite haunt of migratory birds and an ornithologist's paradise. Egrets, darters, herons, teal, waterfowl, cuckoo, wild duck and migratory birds like the Siberian stork that live there in flocks is a fascination for visitors. The best way to watch the birds of the Kumarakom sanctuary is a boat trip round the islands. Overnight at hotel.
Day 10 Day 10: Kumarakom – Alleppey (Backwaters Tours Through Sailing Boat To Alleppey)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Kumarakom – Alleppey (Backwaters Tours Through Sailing Boat To Alleppey)

After breakfast, embarks at the houseboat. The day for the journey of backwaters in the boat through the tropical countryside enchanting backwaters of Alleppey. While sailing enjoy palm fringed narrow canals winding through the vast expanse of paddy fields and the neat tiny hamlets lined up along either side of the canals are panoramic sights one can never forget. The Chinese fishing nets, the reminiscent of our past trade links, are also found on the way. Flocks of duck swimming around the banks and tiny birds flying across the sky remains as enduring pictures reflecting the charm of this tourist land, you also enjoy fishing from the houseboats, evening enjoy sunset from the sun-deck of the houseboats. The Houseboats have generated electricity; sitting cum dining area, separate bedroom with attached English toilets, sun deck and fully loaded kitchen with a Chef, and Driver. Dinner and overnight at the houseboat.
Day 11 Day 11: Alleppey – Cochin (60Kms/ 1.30Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Alleppey – Cochin (60Kms/ 1.30Hrs)

After breakfast, disembark from the houseboat and drive to Cochin, check in at hotel. Later city tour of the Cochin visit; Fort Cochin famous for Chinese fishing nets, scenic beaches and architectural style of ancient buildings. At St. Frances Church see the town of Vasco da Gama. The Jewish Synagogue, built in 1568 in the old part of Mattancherry Town, is one of the oldest lively synagogues. Mattancherry "Dutch" Palace has an incomparable collection of huge Kerala Temple murals, exhibits & portraits. You may also visit the famous Hill Palace Museum, the largest archaeological and heritage museum in Kerala. Bolgatty Palace is the oldest living Dutch palaces outside Holland, now converted into a heritage hotel. Willingdon Island; is a man-made island created in 1933 with wonderful walkways and jetty’s. In the evening, enjoy the Kathakali Dance, one of India's most famous Classical dances with lavish costumes, exotic makeup & Masks intensifying the beauty of the dancer’s intricate moments. Overnight at hotel.
Day 12 Day 12: Cochin – Departure (Flight)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Cochin – Departure (Flight)

Breakfast at hotel, as per flight schedule transfer to airport to board flight for onward destination.

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Itinerary of your trip Kerala Nature & Pilgrimage Tour

Day 1: Arrive Trivandrum – Kovalam (20Kms/ 30Minuts Drive)

Day 2: Kovalam

Day 3: Kovalam – Kanyakumari (85Kms/ 2Hrs)

Day 4: Kanyakumari – Rameshwaram (325Kms / 8Hrs)

Day 5: Rameshwaram – Madurai (175Kms/ 4Hrs)

Day 6: Madurai – Periyar (140Kms/ 4Hrs)

Day 7: Periyar – Munnar (110Kms/ 3Hrs)

Day 8: Munnar

Day 9: Munnar – Kumarakom (150Kms/ 3Hrs)

Day 10: Kumarakom – Alleppey (Backwaters Tours Through Sailing Boat To Alleppey)

Day 11: Alleppey – Cochin (60Kms/ 1.30Hrs)

Day 12: Cochin – Departure (Flight)

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