Kerala an exotic destination which offers you a unique experience. Its unique geographical features have made it one of the most sought destinations in Asia. An equable climate, serene beaches, emerald backwaters, tea plantations, hill stations, paddy fields, ayurvedic health holidays, exotic cuisine……make it one of the most charming tourist destinations. It is also known as ‘ God’s own country’.
Kochi is the vibrant city also known as Gateway of Kerala. From time immemorial, the Arabs, British, Chinese, Dutch, and Portuguese have left indelible marks on the history and development of Cochin. Here you can see St Francis Church, the oldest church in India. Winding streets, crammed with 500-year-old Portuguese houses, add to the quaint charm of Kochi. A Jewish community, whose roots go back to 1,000 AD, still maintains its 16th century synagogue. . Fort Cochin is one of the country’s largest ports and a major naval base. Enjoy an evening performance of Kathakali, Kerala’s unique dance-drama. Originally performed only by men, this art form, with its intricate hand gestures, facial expressions and choreographed movements, evolved from an ancient martial art form.

After seeing unique culture of Kochi the tour proceeds to Periyar. Periyar wildlife Sanctuary is a thrilling journey following winding roads through rich tea, cardamom, pepper and rubber plantations. From here the tour moves to Munnar. Munnar is a hill station (or, summer resort), established by the British and situated on the Western Ghats (1,800 metres above sea level). This picturesque little town has gentle hills of tea, coffee and cardamom plantations.

Kumarakom is the little village on Vembanad Lake in Kerala. It offers wide variety of flora, boating and fishing experience. Houseboats (Riceboats) are country boats that were used in the early days for the transport of goods from the isolated interior villages to the towns. With the advent of roads, bridges and ferry services, gradually the Kettuvalloms went off the scene. Now these kettuvalloms are back again as a major tourist attraction. A ride on a Kettuvallom is a fabulous way to explore the fascinating beauty of the backwaters.

Mararikulam is the fertile land of communism and it has a very beautiful beach which is known by the name Marari Beach or Mararikulam beach. The tour ends with departure from Kochi for home.

Day 1: Arrive Kochi
On arrival transfer to hotel. Check in and overnight at hotel.

Day 2: Kochi
Morning half day sightseeing of Kochi. Evening visit Kathakali dance performance. overnight at hotel.

Day 3: Kochi– Periyar
Morning proceed by road from Kochi to Periyar (approximately 4 hours drive). Evening boat ride on Lake. Periyar (seat in boat basis) overnight at hotel.

Day 4: Periyar – Munnar
Morning proceed by road from Periyar to Munnar. (approximately 4 hours drive) Rest of day at leisure overnight at hotel.

Day 5: Munnar
Day at leisure and overnight at hotel.

Day 6: Munnar - Kumarakom
Morning proceed by road from Munnar to Kumarakom. (approximately 4 hours drive). Rest of day at leisure. overnight at hotel.

Day 7: Kumarakom – Houseboat – Alleppey
Next morning embark on the houseboat with night on board. Overnight on board.

Day 8: Alleppey – Mararikulam
Disembark from houseboat and transfer by road to Mararikulam (approximately 2 hours drive). Rest of day at leisure. overnight at hotel.

Day 9: Marari kulam
Day at leisure. overnight at hotel.

Day 10: Mararikulam – Kochi airport for onward flight
In time transfer to Kochi airport for flight to onward destination.

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