• Day 1Arrival Cochin

  Upon arrival at the Cochin Airport our representative will cordially welcome you and transfer you by road to the hotel. Rest of the day is at your disposal to enjoy at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.

• Day 2Cochin

  After a refreshing breakfast embark on an exciting sightseeing tour of Cochin. Cochin, popularly known as the ‘Queen of Arabian Sea’, is the cosmopolitan commercial capital of Kerala. Cochin boasts of a rich historic legacy as a prime hub of trade and commerce dating from the pre-colonial times. Visit the 16th century Dutch palace with beautiful murals, the oldest Jewish Synagogue in the commonwealth countries, St. Francis Church – the oldest European church in India housing the tomb of Vasco Da Gama, and the 10 m high Chinese Fishing Nets dotting the Fort Cochin beach. Return for an overnight stay at the hotel.

• Day 3 Cochin – Munnar

  After the morning breakfast check-out from the hotel and drive to Munnar (140 km – 04 hr drive); on arrival check-in into hotel. Rest of the day is at your disposal to enjoy at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.

• Day 4Munnar

  After breakfast proceed for a local sightseeing tour of Munnar. Munnar, a hill station abounding in green forests and tea plantations, is situated at the confluence of three mountain streams. Located at an altitude of 1600 m above MSL, Munnar was once the summer resort of the erstwhile British government in South India. Your morning itinerary includes visiting the Mattupetty Dam, Kundale Lake and Echo point. Afternoon you will be taken to Rajamalai – home to an endangered species of mountain goat called the “Nilgiri Tahrs”. Return for an overnight stay at the hotel.

• Day 5Munnar – Thekkady

  After an early breakfast, check-out from the hotel and drive to Thekkady (110 km – 03 hr drive); on arrival check-in into the hotel. Afternoon you will be taken on a sightseeing tour of Thekkady. The Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, spread over 777 sq. km. including 360 sq. km of dense evergreen forest tract, is one of the most fascinating wildlife reserves in Kerala. Declared a Tiger Reserve in 1978, the sanctuary is noted for its geomorphology, abundance of wildlife and abounding scenic beauty. Optional activities including – Boating at Periyar Lake, Spice Plantation visit, Bamboo Rafting, Trekking and Elephant Ride, can be arranged at an extra cost. Return for an overnight stay at the hotel.

• Day 6 Thekkady – Kumarakom

  After an early morning breakfast check-out from the hotel and drive to Kumarakom (170 km – 05 hr drive); on arrival check-in into hotel. Afternoon proceed for a local sightseeing tour of Kumarakom – a vibrant backwater hamlet. Kumarakom is a prime backwater tourism destination in Kerala with 900 sq. km of sprawling backwaters. A surreal tropical paradise of emerald paddy fields, mangrove forests and lush coconut groves laced with a labyrinthine network of waterways and canals. Watch the enchanting beauty of Kumarakom unfold before your eyes as you glide through the backwaters in your canoe, motor boat or houseboat. Overnight at the hotel.

• Day 7Kumarakom – Alleppey (Houseboat)

  After breakfast check-out from the hotel and drive to Alleppey (45 km – 1 ½ hr drive); on arrival check-in into a luxury houseboat. Alleppey, known as the ‘Venice of the East’, is a district of immense natural beauty, with a vast network of lakes, lagoons, canals and freshwater rivers crisscrossing its terrain. Today, this backwater destination is famous for its boat races, beaches, marine products and coir industry. Enjoy a full day cruise along the scenic backwaters of Vembanad Lake. Overnight stay onboard the houseboat.

• Day 8 Alleppey – Kovalam

  After a sumptuous breakfast on-board, check-out from the houseboat and drive to Kovalam; on arrival check-in into hotel. Kovalam is a prime beach destination in Kerala. Enjoy the evening indulging in water-sports or watching a spectacular sunset on the picturesque Kovalam Beach. Overnight at the hotel.

• Day 9 Kovalam

  After breakfast embark on a sightseeing tour of Trivandrum – the capital of Kerala. Trivandrum or Thiruvananthapuram is an ancient city with a history dating back as early as 1000 BC. Thiruvananthapuram, meaning the city of the sacred serpent Anantha, became the capital of the erstwhile princely kingdom of Travancore in 1750 AD. Visit the Padmanabhaswami Temple, Srichitra Art Gallery, Napier Museum and Zoo. Return for an overnight stay at the hotel.

• Day 10 Kovalam – Trivandrum – Departure Transfer

  After breakfast check-out from the hotel and drive to Trivandrum Airport (15 km) for your onward journey.

AS PER COSTUMER REQUIREMENT

• Accommodation in mentioned or similar hotel for 3 Adults in 01 Deluxe room with 1 extra mattress.
• 09 Nights in hotel with breakfast.
• Welcome Drink on arrival (non alcohol like Tea, Coffee, and Juice)
• Daily Buffet Breakfast (As per the hotel food policy)
• CP Meal Plan 09 Breakfast
• Pick up from Cochin Airport/Railway station and drop at Trivandrum Airport (15 km).
• All Sight Seeing as per itinerary……………
• Individual Indigo for all sightseeing.
• Vehicle will be on as per the itinerary, not on disposal basis.
• Inclusive Of All the applicable taxes (Parking, Toll Tax, Green Tax, Hotel Luxury Tax, Hotel Service tax, Fuel Charges, Parking, Driver allowance and Driver Exp).

• Govt. Service Tax 4.5%.
• Air fare / train fare.
• Any type of Local Transportation excluding the provided sightseeing as per the itinerary and any kind of local expense during stay in hotel
• Any meals other than those specified in ‘Cost Includes’.
• Expenses of personal nature such as Volvo Baggage handling, tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor etc.
• Any other item not specified in ‘cost includes’.
• Guide & Entrance fees during sightseeing.
• Porter age, laundry, wines & alcoholic beverages, mineral water (unless specified), telephone charges, shopping, all items of personal nature and also food and drinks not forming the part of the group menus.
• Cost of Insurance for any extra stay pre/post tour.
• Any extra expenses incurred for changing the route due to any unforeseen circumstances, forced majeure instances, natural calamities, like heavy snow fall, land slide, political disturbances, strikes etc.
• Extra cost incurred due to illness, accident, hospitalization or any Individual unforeseen cost incurring incidence.
• If any activity/sightseeing done twice
• Fur coats/Jackets to visit snow point or any special attire required to visit any particular sightseeing place.
• Any up-gradation in the room category or air line class
• High Season / Festive Season Supplements Applied by Hotels From Time to Time
• Any add-on sightseeing/activities along with transfers if done other than mentioned in the tour program.
• Medicines required if any
• Anything not specifically mentioned in ‘Your Tour Price Includes Column…