Alleppey or Alappuzha is also known as the traditional business hub of Kerala and is famous for its backwaters and houseboats . ... Alleppey is a blend of different canals, beaches, paddy fields, temples, churches and different lagoons. The serene charm of Alleppey can be visually seen in its backwater cruises.
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DURATION
05 NIGHTS / 06 DAYS
DESTINATION COVERED
COCHIN – MUNNAR – THEKKADY – ALLEPPEY
OVERVIEW
Explore our collection of tastefully crafted Kerala tour packages which have been tailored to various themes and specialties so as to suit you whether you are planning a family holiday in Kerala, a spa break in some of the best Ayurveda retreats in India or whether you are looking for a beautiful beginning with romantic & holiday tour packages. Kerala with its palm fringed backwaters, picturesque hill stations, abundant wildlife, vibrant culture, rich heritage and rejuvenating Ayurvedic therapies is no wonder referred to as the “God’s own Country.” Included in the National Geographic Travellers list of “one of the 50 must see destinations of a lifetime,” Kerala is one of the must visit places if you are looking for holiday packages in India. In summer there are hill stations like Munnar, in winter there is the Onam and festivals and in monsoon it is the Ayurveda and you’ll find them all in our Kerala Holiday Packages. In fact Kerala is one of the popular places in India for monsoon holidays. It is also believed that Ayurvedic treatments are at their most effective and rejuvenating best when taken as part of monsoon holidays in Kerala. Besides the palm-fringed backwaters, which is the mainstay of Kerala tourism, there are some of the finest beaches with vast expanse of unexplored sand dotted with coconut groves, abundant wildlife that include exotic birds and the big cat tigers.
NOTE
This is just a suggested itinerary indicative of what could be possible. We tailor holidays for your specific needs. Contact us if you want modifications so that we could tailor a holiday to suit your need for an unforgettable India tour.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Munnar hills the green Paradise of Kerala with unending expands of Tea plantations, spice plantations and a variety of flora and fauna.
Mattupetty Dam, a beautiful spot for viewing the picturesque Munnar, Kundala Lake a natural lake.
Visit Eravikulam National park.
Periyar Tiger Reserve.
Historical Fort Cochin.
ITINERARY DETAILS
DAY 01 : COCHIN
On your arrival at Cochin international airport/ railway station, meet our executive to welcome & receive you. Later drive to Munnar hills (130 kms), the Green Paradise of Kerala with unending expands of tea plantations, spice plantations and a variety of flora and fauna. On the way visit two beautiful waterfalls as Cheeyappara and Valara along with the foggy Tea meados across the hills and valleys. Check-in your hill resort and after noon at leisure you can go to visit Munnar town and nearby places & overnight stay.
DAY 02 : COCHIN – MUNNAR
Today after breakfast, go for sightseeing at Mattupetty Dam, a beautiful spot for viewing the picturesque Munnar, Kundala Lake a natural lake with recreational facilities like boating and having excellent view of Western Ghats as well as the lush green forest surrounded with. Also visit Eco point, blossom park, hydel park, TATA Tea museum etc and tea plantations. After noon you can visit Eravikulam National park; where the endangering Nilgiri Tahr is conserved also its the prime attraction Munnar to have a soft trekking and from the hill one can enjoy the breath taking view of entire Munnar hills. Later drive back to your resort for overnight.
DAY 03 : MUNNAR – THEKKADY
Today after breakfast, check-out your hotel and drive towards Thekkady, the Wildlife destination of Kerala. Its also known as the spice bag of the state. You can enjoy a beautiful journey through the hills and valleys of Western Ghats to reach this jungle destination. Check-in your hotel and later go for an optional Kathakali show, Spice plantation visit, elephant ride, or an Ayurvedic massage treatment there. Also have an amazing boat ride in Periyar Lake which flows through the Periyar tiger reserve. You will have chance to watch the wild animals like elephant, Bison, Sambar, Deer etc are roaming the both shore. Overnight stay.
DAY 04 : THEKKADY – ALLEPPEY
After breakfast, proceed to Alleppey to board onto the Houseboat at 12:30 hrs. Houseboats are the modern forms of kettuvallams or rice boats which were used as ferries to carry rice. Lunch on the houseboat and later cruise through the narrow canals of the Vembanad Lake. The boat moors on the lake for the night by evening. After dark you can enjoy a delicious dinner to the sound of water lapping the side of the boat.
DAY 05 : COCHIN DROP
After breakfast, Check-out your Houseboat and drive towards sightseeing at Historical Fort Cochin which has a rich heritage and strong historical relationship with English, Portuguese, Dutch, Arabs, Chinese etc. you can visit Dutch Palace, Asia’s best preserved Synagogue, Chinese fish nets, Sea mouth, and later drive towards Cochin international airport/ railway station for your onward journey. “ Tour Ends With Happy Memories………
