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Sublime Kerala

 

Day 01 Cochin :- Meet and assist upon aarival at Cochin airport, and transfer to your hotel. Cochin is a cluster of islands on the vast expanse of the Vembanad Lake. In the afternoon, proceed for a city tour of Cochin, including the Dutch Palace (Friday closed), the Jewish Synagogue (Saturday closed), where scrolls of the Old Testament and copper plates inscribed in Hebrew script are preserved, St. Francis Church (1510) where Vasco da Gama was buried in 1524, Dutch Cemetery, the Chinese fishing nets at the entrance of Cochin Harbour and Willingdon Island. Overnight in Cochin.

Day 02 Munnar :- In the morning, check out of your hotel and drive to Munnar (5hrs). One of the most popular hill stations in India, Munnar is situated at the confluence of three mountain streams – Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Munnar.

Day 03 Munnar :- Full day at leisure to explore the hill station. Munnar town is located 5200 ft above sea level. The Sita Devi Lake, Mattupetty Lake and Kundala Lake are memorable spots renowned for their scenic beauty. Eravikulam National Park is a rare wild garden of rolling grasslands and evergreen tropical forests. Anamudi, the tallest peak in South India is located here. Top Station is a picturesque place with laterite, rocky mountains where the rare Neelakurinji flowers (which flower once in 12 years) are seen. Devikulam, Rajamalai, Pallivasal etc are other interesting places. Overnight in Munnar.

Day 04 Thekkady :- In the morning, check out of your hotel and drive to Thekkady (5 hrs). Arrive Thekkady early afternoon and check into your hotel. Thekkady -777 sq.km of lush green tropical forests is the natural habitat of elephant, bison, spotted deer, sambar, bear and many colorful birds. Periyar sanctuary, the main attraction of Thekkady, is one of the best sanctuaries in India for watching and photographing elephants at close quarters. The Periyar Lake lies at the heart of the sanctuary. Enjoy a cruise in the lake (departure 1600 hrs), which is unique experience. Animals in their natural surroundings can be viewed while cruising on the lake. Trekking, elephant rides, watchtowers etc. are the other main attractions. Overnight in Thekkady.

Day 05 Kumarakom :- In the morning, leave Thekkady for Kumarakom (4hrs) by car. Arrive Kumarakom by noon and check in to your hotel. Kumarakom is a charming village on the Eastern bank of Vembanadu Lake surrounded by paddy fields. The lake’s majestic canals, streams and distributaries along its banks weave an intricate and enchantingly beautiful web. The scenery flashes up vivid contrasts of breath-taking greens and deep blues. Overnight in Kumarakom

Day 06 Kumarakom :- Early in the morning, visit the bird sanctuary-the main attraction here. It sprawls over an area of 14 acres and ahs numerous species of birds, including darters, Bitterns, Brahminy Kites, Marsh Harries, Teals and several varieties of Herons roost. Rest of the day at leisure to enjoy the backwaters of Kerala. Enjoy famous Kerala cusine…here, fish is a very important item on the menu for lunch and dinner. ‘karimeen’ –a spotted fish is a special gift of the backwaters. It is possible to hire small boats and go fishing, or enjoy the ayurvedic massages. Overnight in Kumarakom

Day 07 Onwards :- Transfer to Kochi Airport / railway station for your onward destinations.

 
 

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