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Day 1: Cochin
Around midnight, arrive at the Cochin (Kochi) airport. Cochin is the most interesting town in
South India at Malabar Coast and is also known as Venice of South. Upon arrival, you will be
met by an Indo Vacations representative and transferred to the hotel in Cochin.
Day 2: Cochin - Munnar (about 120 kms)
In the morning after having breakfast you have sightseeing tour in Cochin. In Cochin you will
visit various places like St. Francis Church, where Vasco Da Gama was first buried, Chinese
fishing nets and Mattancherry Palace. After lunch drive to Munnar. Munnar is a beautiful hill
resort situated in the cradle of tea plantations. Munnar, the queen of hill stations is located
at the confluence of three mountain streams namely, Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala,
along the western Ghats on the eastern border of Kerala and was once the summer resort of
the British government in South India. Sprawling tea plantations, picture-book towns and winding lanes make this a popular resort.
Day 3: Munnar - Eravikulam - Periyar (about 110 kms)
In the early morning drive to visit the Eravikulam National Park. Eravikulam National Park was
established in 1975 to protect the Nilgiri Tahr. Neelakurinji, the exotic flora is also found in the
forests and grasslands here. The park is breathtakingly beautiful as comparable to the Alpine
ranges. Anaimudi peak, the highest mountain peak in South India is situated in the southern
region of the park. After lunch drive to Periyar. The Periyar National Park and Tiger Reserve
is one of the most captivating wildlife parks in the world and also one of the largest and finest
wildlife reserves in India. Periyar National Park covers an area of 780 square km and was
designated a part of project Tiger in 1973.
Day 4: Periyar - Kumarakom
In the early morning we take a boat ride on the famous Periyar lake which is the central point
of the national park and observe the activites of various animals like Elephants, Bison, Wild
oxen, Wild boar and Spotted Deer. After lunch drive through lush agricultural areas down the
hills to Kumarakom. Kumarakom is the famous backwater tourist destination and most
fascinating paradise in Kerala. The backwaters in Kumarakom houses a variety of fauna,
flora and marine life. Kumarakom is also a home of the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. In the evening
we take a boat ride to view the birds. Overnight stay in Kumarakom.
Day 5: Kumarakom - Alleppey
The morning is free to explore the scenery and natural surroundings in Kumarakom. In the
afternoon your houseboat will pick you up from the resort and you will embark on a remarkable
journey through the coconut palmed canals. In the houseboat, the crew will take care of your
every need, cook for you delicious Kerala food and show you the places of interest on route.
Day 6: Alleppey - Kovalam
In the morning you will reach Alleppey. After breakfast you leave the houseboat and drive to
the famous Kovalam Beach. The Kovalam beach is located about 16 kms. from the city of
Trivandrum. This internationally renowned beach resort has been a favourite place of tourists
since 1930. Kovalam consists of three adjacent crescent beaches. The southernmost beach is
known as the Lighthouse Beach and is the most popular beach. Enjoy your whole day at this
beach.
Day 7: Kovalam - Trivandrum
In the evening transfer to the Trivandrum airport for your onwards journey or flight to home destination.
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Cost of the tour per person (Cochin to Trivandrum)
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Services Include:
Accommodation in double rooms on twin sharing basis with bath and WC in the
chosen category.
Stay in Houseboat.
American/continental Breakfast.
Boat ride in Periyar.
Safari in Eravikulam National Park.
Services of qualified local guides (English speaking or languages of your choice) at
every place of sightseeing.
All
Transfers and departures on arrival and departure by Indo
Vacations
representative.
All Transfers and Sightseeing throughout the tour by an air-conditioned Car with driver.
Exclusions:
Any kind of Personal Expenses such as Tips, Laundry, Telephone Bills and Alcoholic
beverages.
Camera Fees (Still
or Movie).
Any Flight Charges.
Monument Entrances.
Unspecified Meals etc.
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