Tour Package Green Kerala Holidays

Duration : 10 Days

Destination covered : Cochin - Munnar - Periyar - Alleppy - Kumarakam - Kovalam - Trivendram - Back Home

DAY 01     ARRIVE COCHIN

Arrive Cochin in the afternoon or in the evening, meet our executive and transfer to hotel.

DAY 02     COCHIN SIGHT SEEING

After fresh and change, proceed for city tour of Cochin which includes the visit of which includes the visit of Jewish Synagogue (of 1568) which is the oldest synagogue in the commonwealth. It is an interesting little place with hand painted willow pattern floor tiles brought from Canton in China in the mid 18th century. The synagogue is located in an area called Jew Town which also is one of the centers of the spice trade in the region.

Also visit the ancient Mattancherry (Dutch) Palace built by the

Portuguese in 1557. This palace was presented to the ruler of Cochin as a gesture of goodwill. The Palace's alternative name "Dutch Palace" resulted from substantial renovations by the Dutch after 1663. The most important feature of the palace is the astonishing murals that adorn some of the palace rooms, depicting scenes from the Ramayana, the Mahabharta and the Puranic legends connected with Shiva, Vishnu, Krishna, Kumara and Durga.
Another stop is made at the St. Francis Church, the oldest European built church in India. Constructed in 1503 by the Portuguese Franciscan Friars, the expedition was led by Pedro Alvarez Cabral. He famed Vasco de Gama, the first European to reach India by sailing around Africa, died in Cochin in 1524 and was buried here for 14 years before his remains were transferred to Lisbon. His tombstone can be seen inside the church.
Also visit to the amazing Chinese fishing nets operating on principles of physics advanced for their times.If time permits you can go to enjoy the beautiful cultural dance of Kerala "Kathkali"Overnight stay at hotel.

DAY 03 COCHIN - MUNNAR

In the morning after breakfast, drive to Munnar, where sprawling tea plantations, picture book towns, winding lanes, trekking and holiday facilities make it a unique experience. Check in to your resort and get

ready for the special trip to Pothamedu for an excellent view of the tea, coffee and cardamom plantations in Munnar.

Then visit Mattupetty famous for its highly specialized dairy farm. Later proceed to Mattupetty lake and dam, which is a very beautiful picnic spot. You could enjoy boating in the lake and view mountains and landscapes from afar. Onwards proceed to Echo point famous for the natural echo phenomenon and then to Top Station offering marvelous views of Munnar valley below. Return to the resort and enjoy the facilities at your resort.

DAY 04 MUNNAR - PERIYAR

In the morning after breakfast, drive to Periyar nestled in spice and rubber plantations. Known to be Kerala's pride and testimony to nature's splendor, Periyar has a lot to offer in terms of wildlife. Periyar is famous for its rare habitat of birds and animals and is one of the most popular destinations for nature lovers. Check in to your resort and get ready for your trip to cardamom hills where you could have a closer look at the spice plantations.

The Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the places where the chances are pretty high that you will spot an elephant in the wild at close quarters and from the safe confines of a boat. Rest of the day at leisure.

DAY 05  PERIYAR

After breakfast, we enter the Periyar wild life sanctuary. Lying close to the plantations, in the rich jungles of Periyar in Thekkady is one of the

world's most fascinating nature wildlife reserves. The splendid artificial lake formed by the Mullaperiyar Dam across the Periyar River adds to the charms of the park. The greatest attractions of Periyar, however, are the herds of wild elephants that come down to play in the lake.

The day is free for you to explore the sanctuary and surrounding area to your heart's content. Overnight stay at Periyar.

DAY 06 PERIYAR - ALLEPPEY

Morning drive to Alappuzha. Upon arrival, check into the houseboat riding in the backwaters & small canals. A glide in a houseboat through the enchanting backwaters is sure to rob your heart. Palm fringed narrow canals winding through the vast expense of panoramic sight one can never forgetting less than 15 minutes, the low hum of the motor and the dazzling afternoon light have tuned out the noises in your head, the deadlines, the telephone, the unfinished chapters. Watch the white tire-tread clouds turn into wisps of animal fur and then disappear. The isolation on a luxury houseboat is total. Overnight stay in a houseboat.

DAY 07 KUMARAKAM - KOVALAM

After breakfast dis-embark from the House Boat and drive to Kumarakom.Kumarakom is a sleepy little village tucked away from the din and bustle of city life. The Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary is an

Ornithologist's paradise and a favorite haunt of migrating birds like Siberian stork,darter,heron and teal to name a few.

Then drive to Kovalam through green coastal belt and cashew plantations. Despite the fact that virtually the entire 550 Km length of the Kerala coast is lined with sandy beaches, rocky promontories and coconut palms, Kovalam is one of the only place where swimming in the sea is not considered eccentric by locals. Check into the hotel. Overnight stay at Kovalam.

DAY 08     KOVALAM 

Kovalam is just 16 kms away from Trivandrum. Thirty years ago, Kovalam was a hippy idyll: a picture perfect tropical beach; a traditional fishing village providing fresh fish, fruits and toddy (coconut beer).

Today Kovalam beach is known as the "Paradise of the South" and figures prominently on the world tourism map. "Kovalam" means a grove of coconut trees and true to its name the village offers an endless sight of coconut trees.Overnight stay at Kovalam
The day at leisure. Free for independent activities Explore at your own at the beach.

DAY 09 KOVALAM

The day at leisure. Explore the beach at your own. Overnight at Hotel

DAY 10  KOVALAM - TRIVANDRAM - YOUR OWN DESTINATION

In the morning after a relaxed breakfast, transfer to Trivandram Airport to board flight for departure to your own destination.

The above includes the following services :

     Hotel Envisaged :

Kindly note that names of hotels mentioned above only indicate that our rates have been based on usage of these hotels and it is not to be construed that accommodation is confirmed at these hotels until and unless we convey such confirmation to you. In the event of any of the above-mentioned hotels not becoming available we shall book alternate accommodation at a similar or next best available hotel and shall pass on the difference of rates (supplement / reduction whatever applicable) to you. Also please note that the check-in & checkout time in all the hotels are by 12 noon. Early check-in or late checkout is subject to availability.