Itinery
Day 1st: - Pick up from the Air port and transfer to Hotel
After fresh up Visit the ancient marvel which gives you an overview of the political, religious and commercial developments of the city. Some of the major attractions of the city are the Dutch Palace, was built by the Portuguese and presented to the Cochin Raja in 1555 AD. 17th century murals depicting scenes from the Indian epic, the Ramayana, can be seen here
Jewish Synagogue, built in 1568 AD contains Grand Scrolls of the Old Testament and the copper plates containing the privileges granted to the Jews by the Cochin rulers. The floor of the synagogue is paved with exquisite Chinese hand painted tiles.
After fresh up Visit the ancient marvel which gives you an overview of the political, religious and commercial developments of the city. Some of the major attractions of the city are the Dutch Palace, was built by the Portuguese and presented to the Cochin Raja in 1555 AD. 17th century murals depicting scenes from the Indian epic, the Ramayana, can be seen here
Jewish Synagogue, built in 1568 AD contains Grand Scrolls of the Old Testament and the copper plates containing the privileges granted to the Jews by the Cochin rulers. The floor of the synagogue is paved with exquisite Chinese hand painted tiles.
Fort Kochi, St. Francis Church, St Francis Church, built originally by the Portuguese in 1510 AD is believed to be the first church built by Europeans in India. Vasco da Gama was originally buried here
Afternoon visit the Chinese fishing nets can be seen at the entrance of the harbour. This technique of catching fish was taught by the Chinese through trade contact. These nets along the back-waters are a fascinating sight. Also visit Santa Cruz Basilica, Dutch Cemetery, Wilingdon Island, and Hill Palace Museum
Overnight stay at Hotel.
Afternoon visit the Chinese fishing nets can be seen at the entrance of the harbour. This technique of catching fish was taught by the Chinese through trade contact. These nets along the back-waters are a fascinating sight. Also visit Santa Cruz Basilica, Dutch Cemetery, Wilingdon Island, and Hill Palace Museum
Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 02- Cochin to Munnar
On arrival at Cochin proceed towards Munnar enjoying the stunning panoramic view of the Cardamom hills & green carpets of tea plantations reroute. Over night stay at hotel
Day 3 :-Munnar
Morning sightseeing at Munnar visit Mattupetty Dam,, kundala Lake . Optional activities for Lake Safari, Boating, Plantations visit (on payment) and overnight stay at the hotel
On arrival at Cochin proceed towards Munnar enjoying the stunning panoramic view of the Cardamom hills & green carpets of tea plantations reroute. Over night stay at hotel
Day 3 :-Munnar
Morning sightseeing at Munnar visit Mattupetty Dam,, kundala Lake . Optional activities for Lake Safari, Boating, Plantations visit (on payment) and overnight stay at the hotel
Day 4:- Munnar to Thekkady
Check out from hotel after breakfast & proceed to Thekkady. Check in hotel and after freshening up,. visit the Periyar wildlife sanctuary which is a thick evergreen forest. Also visit the cardamom, pepper, tea & coffee plantations. Evening at leisure. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 5 Thekkady to Alleppey
After breakfast at hotel drive to Allepey, washed by the silvery waves of the Arabian Sea, the Venice of the East welcomes you to the backwaters of Kerala. The Palm fringed canals and shores bustling with glimpses from the day to day life in the country side, the mirror still lagoons, picture book lakesides and its long sandy beach has blessed , the water locked district, to become one of the best Backwater tourism destinations in God's Own Country. The large network of canals provide Alleppey its lifeline. Water carnivals using the gigantic snake boats and the country canoes of varying sizes have an important role in the community life of the people of the district.
On arrival transfer to jetty point to embark on House boat at Alleppey
Lunch on board
Dinner & Overnight on House Boat
Check out from hotel after breakfast & proceed to Thekkady. Check in hotel and after freshening up,. visit the Periyar wildlife sanctuary which is a thick evergreen forest. Also visit the cardamom, pepper, tea & coffee plantations. Evening at leisure. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 5 Thekkady to Alleppey
After breakfast at hotel drive to Allepey, washed by the silvery waves of the Arabian Sea, the Venice of the East welcomes you to the backwaters of Kerala. The Palm fringed canals and shores bustling with glimpses from the day to day life in the country side, the mirror still lagoons, picture book lakesides and its long sandy beach has blessed , the water locked district, to become one of the best Backwater tourism destinations in God's Own Country. The large network of canals provide Alleppey its lifeline. Water carnivals using the gigantic snake boats and the country canoes of varying sizes have an important role in the community life of the people of the district.
On arrival transfer to jetty point to embark on House boat at Alleppey
Lunch on board
Dinner & Overnight on House Boat