Best of Kerala

2N Munnar – 1N Thekkady – 1N Alleppey – 2N Kovalam – 1N Kanyakumari

Overview

Best of Kerala Tour Packages offers services to unfold the magic of the picturesque land of Kerala. With a visit to its quaint hill station Munnar. This place is bestowed with rolling hills, beautiful waterfalls and lush green tea plantations. Making it a must-visit destination for holidaymakers and nature lovers. Tour this captivating hill station and explore some of its prominent tourist attractions. Such as the Nyayamakad Waterfalls and Eravikulam National Park.

Kumarakom and Thekkady are prominent tourist regions of Kerala. That are flocked by travellers all year long. While one is acclaimed for its scenic backwaters. The other is blessed with uninterrupted hills and rich biodiversity. These destinations collectively give an opportunity to witness the mystery and marvels of nature. Besides admiring the natural wonders, tourists can indulge in a host of adventure sports like trekking, elephant ride and bamboo rafting here.

With Best of Kerala Tour Packages, you get to see and explore abundant reasons why one should visit Kerala. And that is the reason why It is Included in the National Geographic Travellers list of “one of the 50 must see destinations of a lifetime,” Browse through our collection of Kerala tour packages to plan your trip.

These wonderful attractions certainly make Kerala one of the most preferred holiday destinations in India.

Note: This is just a suggested itinerary indicative of what could be possible. We tailor holidays for your specific needs. Kindly contact us if you want modifications in this itinerary. So that we could tailor a holiday to suit your requirement for an unforgettable tour.

Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive Cochin to Munnar (140 Kms / 5 Hrs)
Upon arrival at Cochin airport/ railway station, meet with our representative and transfer you to Munnar.. Munnar is located at the confluence of 03 rivers as the very name signifies. The tea plantations and picturesque towns make Munnar a popular hill station in South India. Enroute visit Cheyyapra waterfalls, Valara waterfalls, Attukadu waterfalls, Spice plantations etc. On your arrival at Munnar you will be transferred to the hotel. . Evening at leisure. Overnight stay in Munnar.
Day 02: Munnar
In the morning after breakfast, start the sightseeing of Munnar visiting the tea plantations, Tea Museum, the Eravikulam National park home of the endangered Niligiri Thar (Ibex), followed by visit to the Mattupetty dam, the the Kundala Lake and other scenic spots. Overnight stay at the Hotel.
Day 03: Munnar to Thekkady (120 Kms / 4 Hrs)
Morning after breakfast transfer to Thekkady. Thekkady has one of the world’s most fascinating natural wildlife reserves noted for its geography, diverse wildlife and scenic beauty. Arrive Thekkady and check-in at Hotel. Later afternoon boat ride on the Lake Periyar where one can have a unique experience of viewing wildlife at close quarters from the safety of a boat on the lake. The greatest attraction of Periyar, however are the herds of wild elephants that come down to play in the lake (Wild life viewing is always dependent on one’s good fortune). Overnight stay at thekkady.
Day 04 : Thekkady to Alleppey (145 Kms / 4 Hrs)

Morning after breakfast check out and proceed to Alleppey. Alappuzha or, erstwhile Alleppey is a true splendour of Kerala. It is a tiny district of Kerala and looks like the place that has come straight from God’s own paintbrush. Often deemed as the ‘Venice of East’ by many travellers, this backwater state is also home to diverse range of animals and birds. Alleppey is simply the most magical place on the earth. On your arrival, you will be transferred to the resort. Houseboat.

If you opt for the House Boat which is world’s major tourist attraction you can relax while the boat cruises through the narrow serene backwater canals of Alleppey. You can see here in breathing green, the village slumbers by the Vembanad Lake. Lunch, Evening Tea/ Coffee with snacks, dinner all are provided inside the houseboat. Overnight stay will provide on House Boat.

Note:
• The cruise commences at 1230 hrs with lunch served on board and continues till dusk. At dusk the boat will anchor in a wide waterway or lake for the night (The backwaters close to boat traffic at dusk as the fisherman lay their nets in the backwaters. Other boats are not allowed to ply in the backwaters after dusk. On the following day the cruise commences again after breakfast and the guest will be dropped at Alleppey by 0900Hrs. Overnight stay at Houseboat.
• Houseboat check in at 12Noon and cruises till 5PM, Boat will be anchored till 8AM and cruises till 9AM for checkout
• For A/C Houseboat, A/C will be operating from 9PM till 6AM only (All houseboat related inclusions are applicable only if the Itinerary is including Houseboat stay)
• Cruise Time : 6 hrs.
• Bed Rooms : 01, 02 or 03 Bedroom as per room occupancy
• Boarding @ : 12.00 pm
• A/c will be operational from 09.00 PM to 06.00 AM with deluxe boats/ full time with premium boats.

Day 05: Alleppey to Kovalam
Morning after breakfast check out from the hotel/ houseboat and proceed to Kovalam. Kovalam is a beach town by the Arabian Sea in Thiruvananthapuram city, Kerala,India, located around 16 km from the city center.Kovalam means a grove of coconut trees and true to its name the village offers an endless sight of coconut trees. It is also known as the paradise of the south. Upon arrival check in to hotel near the beach upon arrival. Day free to spend on the beach. A soothing sunbath is a perfect option to unwind. An Ayurvedic massage can also be availed (optional). Evening transfer to hotel. Overnight stay at Kovalam.
Day 06: Kovalam – Kanyakumari (90 Kms / 2 Hrs)
Morning after breakfast checkout from the hotel and transfer to kanyakumari. Enroute visit Padmanaphapuram, The capital of the State of Travancore. built in the Travancore architectural style. Upon arrival check in at hotel. Later go for kanyakumari sightseeing covering Vivekananda Rock that houses a memorial dedicated to Swami Vivekanand .The Memorial is built at the convergence of the Indian Ocean, the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal. Kanyakumari is a famous place where you can enjoy Sunrise and Sunset from the same point. overnight at Hotel.
Day 07 : Kanyakumari - Kovalam.
Morning after breakfast return to Kovalam. Later go for city tour cpvering main attraction -Padmanabhaswamy Temple, one of the 108 pilgrimage sites for the Vaishnavites. The exquisite carvings on its 400 pillars is notable. Evening transfer to hotel. Rest of the day is free to spend on beache. Overnight stay at Kovalam.
Day 08 : Departure
Morning after breakfast check out from the hotel and our representative will drop you at Trivandrum / cochin airport for onwards destination.

Inclusions

Inclusions

  • Accommodation on twin/ double Sharing basis.
  • Daily breakfast at the hotel and all meals in the houseboat (if opt for).
  • Exclusive A/c vehicle for transfers & sightseeing.
  • All permit fees & hotel taxes (as per itinerary).
  • Toll, parking, driver batta, etc.
  • GST

Exclusions

  • Air Fare/Train fare.
  • Personal Expenses such as Laundry, telephone calls, tips & gratuity, mineral water, rafting, paragliding, Porter charges.
  • Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Entrance Fees.
  • Any cost arising due to natural calamities like, landslides, road blockage, political disturbances (strikes), etc (to be borne by the client, which is directly payable on the spot).
  • Travel Insurance.
  • Anything which is not mentioned in the inclusions.
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