Kerala Odyssey

Kerala tours embody much more than simply an odyssey to the southern end of Indian continent; it is an introduction to India�s ancient culture, religion and heritage. A week long sojourn to Kerala will take you fascinating sceneries, introduce you to colourful cultural practices, its cuisines will surely impress your taste-buds and its performing art scenes will inspire. Displaying simplicity of country life with its core respectable with its learned populations Kerala will give a fresh new outlook to your India tour. Explore for a life-changing experience.

Day-By-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Cochin
Arrival at Cochin Airport/Railway station. You will be transferred to the Hotel.

Day 2: Cochin � Munnar
Begin sightseeing tour of Cochin and visit Jew Synagogue, Dutch Palace, St. Francis Church, Chinese fishing net and later in the afternoon drive to Munnar.

Day 3: Munnar
Munnar sightseeing includes visit to Eravikulam National Park, Mattupetty Dam & Dairy Farm, Old Munnar Town and the town market among others.

Day 4: Munnar � Thekkady
Proceed to the wildlife sanctuary at Periyar /Thekkady. Evening game viewing cruise on the Periyar Lake.

Day 5: Thekkady � Alleppey
After breakfast proceed to Alleppey. Check in the hotel. Day at leisure.

Day 6: Departure Alleppey � Cochin
Depart as per schedule to Airport / Railway station for your onward journey.

Tour Highlights:

Breathtaking panoramas, stunning seashores and exhilarating jungles.
Enjoy boat cruise on Lake Periyar and spot the wild creatures wandering around in Periyar National Park.
Visit verdant spice plantation in Periyar.
Assistance of naturalists at the wildlife sanctuary.
Explore plenty of traditional country crafts, boats and canoes at Kumarakom.
Explore beauteous lush valleys of Munnar and colonial time sightseeing attractions at Cochin.

Day 1: Cochin

Welcome to God�s Own Country, upon arrival our ever smiling representative will greet you there at the airport lounge, later proceed to the hotel. Check in and relax for the rest of the day amidst the comforts of your room.

Day 2: Cochin � Munnar

On today's sightseeing you explore St. Francis Church, Jewish Synagogue and more. Believed to be the oldest church in India, it was built in 1503 by Portuguese Franciscan monks. Jewish Synagogue houses The Great Scrolls of Old Testament. The Mattancherry Palace features Kerala murals displaying Hindu temple art, portraits of former Kings of Kochi. Also watch the Chinese fishing nets in action along the sea front. Evening you will drive towards your next destination, the stunning hill station of Kerala- Munnar.

Day 3: Munnar

Drive to Munnar, known for its natural beauty, calmness and mild cold climate. Located in the south Western Ghats of India, Munnar is a charming hill station in the Idukki district of Kerala. The land blessed with natural splendour looks dazzling with rocky peaks, rolled mountains, manicured tea gardens and soothing mountain air. Munnar is located at the confluence of Muthirappuzha, Nallathanni and Kundaly rivers. The entire area with its picture book tea estates, meandering lanes, trekking and holiday options is an ideal retreat chosen by most globetrotters out on a Kerala tour. The day is at leisure.

First on the sightseeing tour explore Eravikulam National Park; the park containing Himalaya�s southern ranges and many perennial streams such as Periyar River and Cauvery River cross the park creating beauteous sceneries together. One can spot Nilgiri Tahr, Indian Muntjac, Sambar Deer, Golden Jackal, Jungle Cat, Leopard, Tiger and more inside the park. The sightseeing plan for the day includes visit to pristine Mattupetty Lake and neighbouring Swiss Livestock Project, a specialized dairy farm where about 100 varieties of high yielding cattle are reared.

Day 4: Munnar � Thekkady

Post breakfast check out and drive to Thekkady. Set on a jeep safari inside Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary situated on the banks of the Periyar Lake. The sanctuary is one of the biggest natural reserves in India which covers about 777 km squares. Home to myriad wild creatures this protected area lies in the middle of mountainous region of Cardamom Hills and is cradled with picturesque Periyar Lake. Animals such as elephant, sambar, gaur and wild boars and beauteous bird populations such as darters, cormorants, kingfishers and racket tailed Drongos have made the park their home. Spot these animals coming to the banks of Periyar Lake to quench their thirst while you sail on a boat in the pristine lake. Also, visit a spice plantation in the vicinity later and return to the hotel for night stay. Traverse deep inside the wilderness either on elephant rides or trek for 10 kilometres inside for a more personal encounter with the wilds under the supervision of forest department.

Day 5: Thekkady � Alleppey

Morning depart for Alleppey a town with picturesque canals, backwaters, beaches and lagoons, once described as the list of places known as Venice of the East by Lord Curzon. The most popular destination of Kerala renowned for its angelic beauty and picture perfect looks, this backwaters town is base for most houseboat action in the province. You can choose to sail in one of these traditional houseboats known as Kettuvalloms. While sailing these canal routes you will come across scenes from everyday life at Kerala such as villages, paddy fields, coconut palms, fisherman and more. Enjoy backwaters boat ride amidst lush green vegetation at Alleppey. Enjoy a comfortable Kettuvallam houseboat for a day cruise. These houseboats now exist in ultrachic style and are comparable to nothing less than floating cottages having ample space and equipped with state-of-the-art amenities ensuring pure luxurious stay amidst most tranquilizing environs of Kerala backwaters.

Day 6: Departure Alleppey � Cochin

Your trip ends back in Cochin where the morning begins with a breakfast. Guided by our representative you will reach Airport in time to board your flight back home.