Plantation Tour of Kerala
Duration
10 Nights - 11 Days
Locations
Cochin - Munnar - Periyar - Kumarakom - Alleppey - Kovalam - Trivandrum
Overview
Kerala is the most famous tourist spot in South India. It is famous for its backwaters, food, houseboat tours and Ayurveda. You can explore wildlife, tea plantation in Munnar, spice plantation in Thekkady, and mouth-watering food and incredible culture in Kochi. Kerala beaches are the most attractive spots for tourists. Varkala, Kovalam and Mararikulam are the most popular ones.
Note: This is just an itinerary of what can be discovered during your journey. We also provide tailor-made holidays to meet the specific requirements of our clients. Do not hesitate to contact us for any modifications you want to enjoy a memorable India Tour.
Itinerary
- Day 1 : Cochin Arrival
At the airport, our representative will receive you and take you to the pre-booked hotel. Check-in at the hotel and stay overnight.
- Day 2 : Cochin
After breakfast, you will visit the stunning Dutch palace, where you will also witness beautiful paintings, temples and frescos. Besides, you will also explore exclusive artifacts preserved by the Indo-Portuguese museum, which are made of wood and silver. There is a Jewish Synagogue that keeps rare antiques, including copper plates, gold and silver crowns and many others. St Francis Church will attract your attention by its striking architecture reflecting old traditions and magnificence. It is time to visit Fort Kochin, where you will find Chinese Fishing nets that reflect the past relations of Chinese and Indian kings. Return to the hotel and stay overnight.
- Day 3 : Munnar (126 KM)
Have a scrumptious breakfast and be ready to explore Munnar hill station. On arrival, check-in the hotel and enjoy the scenic beauty around. Enjoy your day and stay overnight.
- Day 4 : Munnar
After breakfast, it is the day for Munnar excursion. If you are a nature lover, it will be an amazing place for you. You will visit Eravikulam National Park offering panoramic views and pleasing nature. It is very popular for its Neelakurinji flowers that bloom only once in 12 years. If you enjoy trekking, Attukal will win your heart with its panoramic hills and waterfalls. For boating lovers, Mattupetty Lake and Dam offer boating facilities. Return to the hotel and have your dinner.
- Day 5 : Munnar - Periyar (84 KM)
After breakfast, you will move ahead to Periyar. Once reached, check-in the hotel and relax. Overnight.
- Day 6 : Periyar
Post breakfast, be ready to explore Periyar Wildlife sanctuary, where you will observe many wildlife species and enjoy sightseeing through boating. Explore the famous spice garden, get the knowledge and enjoy the fragrance of various spices like Pepper, Cardamom, Clove and Coffee. Dense forests in Pullumedu, as well as plantations and spices in Murikkady, will make you feel like sitting in the lap of nature. Return to the hotel and relax. Overnight.
- Day 7 : Periyar - Kumarakom
Kumarakom is the next stop of your plantation tour of Kerala. Once reached, check-in the hotel and relax for a while. After some time, you will get to explore Kumarakom bird sanctuary, which is home to birds, including some migratory birds like teal, Siberian Crane and others. A boat ride at Kumarakom backwaters will help you have a closer view of beautiful birds, lush green forests. You will also visit Aruvikkuzhi waterfalls. Enjoy the Kumarakom beach sunset view in the evening and return to the hotel. Stay overnight.
- Day 8 : Kumarakom - Alleppey (32 KM)
Post breakfast, move ahead to Alleppey. Relax in the hotel for some time. If beaches attract you, you will surely enjoy the shores covered in white sand and Arabian Seawater at Alleppey Beach. The next spot to explore is Vembanad Lake, where you will enjoy a boat ride and then, enjoy the Kerala backwaters on a houseboat, which will enthrall you by tall palm trees, calm waters, emerald green paddy fields and the rustling sound of trees. You will take pleasure in the houseboat hospitality having all the facilities of a luxurious hotel. Overnight.
- Day 9 : Alleppey - Kovalam (159 KM)
After having breakfast, go ahead to Kovalam. After arrival, check-in at the hotel and rest for the day. Overnight.
- Day 10 : Kovalam
Begin your day with lip-smacking breakfast. Let us take you to enjoy the stunning views of Lighthouse Beach, Hawai Beach and Samudra Beach. The atmosphere of Samudra beach is so calm that you can meditate here for several hours. Next, get ready to enjoy a boat ride at Vellayani Lake and then, compelling sunset view at Edakallu. Return and rest. Enjoy your dinner and stay overnight.
- Day 11 : Kovalam - Trivandrum (16 KM)
Post breakfast, you will move to Trivandrum airport to board the flight to your home destination.