Day 01
Cochin
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ARRIVE COCHIN
Arrive Cochin Airport and transfer to hotel. Evening at leisure. Dinner & Overnight at the hotel.

Day 02
Munnar
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COCHIN - MUNNAR (147 KMS/4 HRS DRIVE)
After breakfast enjoy City tour of Cochin - Visit the Mattancherry Dutch Palace - (closed on Fridays and public holidays), which was built by the Portuguese in 1555 and renovated by the Dutch in 1663. Visit the Jewish Synagogue-(closed on all Saturdays and Jewish holidays) in Jew Town and Fort Cochin Area. There are a couple of streets of picture-postcard houses out of another age. Visit St. Francis Church - (closed for visitors on Sundays from 08.00 to 11.00 hrs) the oldest European Church in India. It has several antiquities including a wealth of records. See the Chinese Fishing Nets, along the tip of Fort Cochin unique to this part of Kerala and living symbols of a centuries-old Chinese influence on this coast. Later depart to Munnar by road. Arrive Munnar and transfer to hotel. Dinner & Overnight at the hotel.

Day 03
Munnar
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MUNNAR SIGHTSEEING
After breakfast, go for a sightseeing tour of Munnar. Enjoy the serene views which Munnar offers owing to its famous tea plantations, and visit Eravikulam National Park to watch the rich flora and fauna of the region. (Eravikulam National Park is shut from 15 Jan to 15 Mar; during these dates Park visits cannot be done but all other sightseeing tours shall be provided as per the itinerary). In the afternoon, visit Mattupetty Lake and Dam and Echo Point, famous for its echo phenomenon. Time permitting; we will visit the Tea Museum (closed on Monday & Good Friday). Dinner & Overnight at the hotel.

Day 04
Thekkady
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MUNNAR – THEKKADY (124 KMS/4 HRS)
Today after breakfast depart for Thekkady by road. Arrive Thekkady and transfer to hotel. The town also houses one of world’s most fascinating natural wildlife sanctuaries. Lying at an altitude of 700-1900m above sea level, Periyar has a cool and comfortable climate. In the afternoon, proceed for the nearby activity camp. Enjoy an Elephant ride through a small spice plantation and witness Kalaripayattu – an ancient South Indian martial art and one of the oldest fighting systems in existence today. Visit the spice market at Kumily where you can buy fresh spices. Dinner & Overnight at the hotel.

Day 05
Kumarakom
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THEKKADY - KUMARAKOM (120 KMS / APPROX 05 HRS)
Today morning enjoy boat ride on Lake Periyar. The Park encompasses 26 sq. km. of artificial lake take a boat ride on the lake to view wild life and water birds. Herds of elephants and bison come to the lake to drink water. Return to hotel, checkout and depart for Kumarakom by road. Evening Sunset Cruise on backwaters. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 06
Kovalam
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KUMARAKOM TO KOVALAM (190KM/5HRS)
Proceed to Kovalam by road. After arrival in Poovar, check in at the hotel. Spend the day at the beautiful beach of Kovalam. Overnight at the hotel

Day 07
Kanyakumari
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KOVALAM – KANYAKUMARI EXCURSION (90 KMS /2 HRS)
Today after breakfast proceed for excursion of Kanyakumari - An inspiring spiritual joint of India & also meeting point of three major sea (Arabian Sea, Indian Ocean and Bay of Bengal); En route visit the Padmanabhapuram Palace (Palace of Marthanda Varma - Padmanabhapuram Palace is located close to the town of Thuckalay in Kanyakumari District, Tamilnadu). Reach Kanyakumari and visit Vivekananda Memorial rock by boat (on direct payment basis), Statue of Thiruvalloor, Gandhi Mandapam and temple of Goddess Kanyakumari. In the late afternoon return to Poovar. Overnight in the hotel.

Day 08
Kovalam
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KOVALAM TO COCHIN AIRPORT DROP (280kms/7hrs)
Today after breakfast depart for Cochin by road for onwards journey. Transfer to Cochin airport in time to board your flight.
*Tourists Doing Air tickets on their own:
If departing from Kochi Airport Needs to Schedule late Evening Departure Flight
If departing from Trivandrum Airport: Needs to schedule Early Departue Flight from Trivandrum

1.) Flights Inclusive
2.) Accommodation in Quality hotels as per the itinerary
3.) Breakfast Included
4.) Transfers and Sightseeing as per the itinerary

Destination: Cochin (1 night)
Hotels : The Dunes Continental/ Similar
The Dunes Continental Cochin offers a comfortable accommodation in Cochin. The property can be reached from the Cochin International Airport, which is at a distance of 35 Km. Arranged in three floors, the hotel comprises 36 well-spaced and maintained rooms equipped with necessary amenities. Some of the conveniences included within the rooms are television set, wardrobe, and attached bathroom with the facility of hot and cold running water.

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Destination: Munnar (2 nights)
Hotels : Great Escapes Resorts/ Similar

This 3 Star hotel has 18 comfortable rooms and a multi-cuisine restaurant serving traditional Kerala cuisine. Board games, the open-air theater, camp fires, and adventure activities like trekking and sight-seeing organized on request make for entertainment. The health club and Ayurveda massages cater to overall wellness. The conference hall can hold up to 45 guests. Amenities include a doctor on call, safety lockers, a curio shop, and 24-hour room service. All credit cards are accepted.

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Destination: Thekkady (1 night)
Hotels : Hotel Sandra Palace/ Similar

Situated at the entrance of Thekkady Junction and just 4 kilometers from the world-renowned Periyar Wild Life Sanctuary stands Sandra Palace. All the 20 rooms with well-appointed interiors and warm decor offer utmost luxury and comfort. Orchid, a multi-cuisine restaurant caters to all the guest's fantasies in Indian, Chinese, Continental, Arabic and French cuisines. For personal dining experience, there is also Green Apple, a beautifully laid-out specialty restaurant that serves delicious delicacies.

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Destination: Kumarakom (1 night)
Hotels : Ashirwad Heritage Resorts/ Similar

Ashirwad Heritage Resorts, an abode of ultimate hospitality, welcomes you to unwind and enjoy a memorable holiday in God’s own paradise, Kumarakom. Aesthetically designed with a unique blend of Kerala and western culture, come enjoy the beauty of the sunrise, chirping of the birds, song of the swans, greenery of the paddy fields, and the cobalt blue backwaters.

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Destination: Kovalam (2 nights)
Hotels: Samudra Theeram Beach Resort / Similar

Samudra Theeram, a gateway to the god’s own nature, is a shoreline resort settled in the midst of gorgeous coconut palms and enchanting region of Arabian Sea which offers a cherished haven for all of our guests. Samudra Theeram beach resort is located at Kovalam, one of the famous tourist destinations in Kerala, India. With its architectural excellence the resort offers ambient relaxation and comfort to enjoy the sceneries of marine, sunrise, sunset etc., from every room of the resort.

Breakfast Included as per the itinerary.

Events, city sight seeing, theme evenings.

and other ancillary service.

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