Package Name :
Cheap Kerala Tour
Duration :
08N/09D
Destinations Covered :
Trivandrum/Kovalam/Houseboat/Kumarakom/Thekkady/Munnar/Cochin
Day 01: Arrive Trivandrum – Kovalam Our
representative will receive you at the Trivandrum International Airport
and transfer to the hotel at Kovalam (15 km). Feel at leisure in the
evening when you relax yourself in beach side. Overnight stay at Kovalam.
Day 02: Kovalam – Trivandrum – Kovalam Morning set out on a
sightseeing tour to Trivandrum. Your itinerary will include places of
interests like Padmanabhaswami temple, renowned for its towering gopuras
and temples arts and paintings. The main pavilion of the temple stands
impressive with 400 marvelously granite carved pillars. Your guided
sightseeing tour will cover the rest of the attractions too. Later in the
evening travel back to Kovalam for an overnight stay.
Day 03: Kovalam – Alleppey (Houseboat) After a refreshing
breakfast, drive to Alleppey (180 km) and check in to houseboat. Set out
on an enchanting overnight backwater cruise in traditionally decorated
houseboats. While cruising in these floating luxury-villas, let your eyes
settle for the rare and the unusual - skim past Chinese fishing nets,
bowed-down paddy fields, local inhabitants engaged in making coir
products, rustic homes, ancient temples and swaying coconut groves. Food
will be served onboard. Overnight stay in the houseboat
Day 04: Alleppey – Kumarakom After breakfast check out from the
hotel and drive to Kumarakom (50 km). Check in to the hotel. Afternoon
proceeds for local sightseeing in and around Kumarakom - a tiny backwater
hamlet perched on the western banks of the Vembanadu Lake. The stretch of
backwater is spread over 900 sq. km. Overnight stay is arranged in
Kumarakom.
Day 05: Kumarakom – Thekkady / Periyar After breakfast proceed to
Periyar (130 km), a highly picturesque resort ideal for unwinding. Upon
arrival you will be taken to resort. In the evening simmer down and get
refreshed enjoying a boat safari in the scenic Periyar Lake, occasionally
winning the glance of some rare varieties of birds and animals at Periyar
National Park. Return to hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 06: Thekkady / Periyar – Munnar Next morning drive down to
Munnar (110 km). On arrival, check into the hotel and relax for the rest
of the day. Overnight stay at the hotel will be arranged.
Day 07: Munnar Morning explore the picturesque hill station. Your
sightseeing itinerary will include Anaimudi (2,695 m), South India’s
highest peak, the Christ Church, the Evarikulam National Park, the
Rajamala Hills, Top Station and the Madupetty Dam. Travelers can also
indulge in activities like boating and horse riding here. Return to the
hotel for overnight stay.
Day 08: Munnar - Cochin After early breakfast drive to Cochin (140
km). Transfer to hotel on arrival. Afternoon sightseeing of Cochin
covering Fort Cochin, still keeping alive its ancient Jew tradition, the
Santa Cruz Basilica, Mattancherry palace, St. Francis Church and more. The
Jew’s street and the Chinese fishing nets at Fort Cochin beach are the
must see. Evening cultural show at Fort Cochin. Overnight stay at Cochin
Day 09: Cochin – Athirappilly – Cochin Airport = D Morning free for
shopping. Afternoon check out from hotel and drive to Athirappilly
waterfalls (90 km) for sightseeing. Evening transfer to Cochin
International airport (55 km) for your flight back home, feeling contented
about a wonderful holiday you spent in the “God’s Own Country”. End of
Kerala cheap tour packages
