Enchanted Kerala
Enchanted Kerala Package Details
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Cochin Munnar Periyar Kumarakom Houseboat Kovalam
Kerala famously known as 'God's Own Country' is home to a vast network of brackish lagoons called backwaters, ayurvedic massages, wildlife sanctuaries, sprawling tea gardens, hill-stations, palm tree-lined beaches and colourful dance forms. Enchanted Kerala tour will give you an opportunity to witness all of them.
Kathakali Dance Show in Cochin
Walk through Fort Kochi’s seaside promenade
Tea Plantations visit in Munnar
Boat Ride on Lake Periyar in Common Boat
Spice Plantation visit in Periyar
8 night’s accommodation on Twin / Double Sharing basis in Hotels & 01 Night in an Air Conditioned Houseboat
Houseboat Stay on Full board basis (Breakfast Lunch and Dinner)
1 Traditional Kerala Style Dinner in Cochin
Private Air Conditioned Car with Driver as per program
English Speaking Local Guides for Tours in Cochin and Periyar
Entrances fee to Monuments and Sights as illustrated in Program
Itinerary Highlights
Arrive Cochin
Arrival at Cochin Airport and you will greeted by our guest relation executive who would assist you to the Car and then transfer you to your pre booked Hotel
Kochi or Cochin is a bustling commercial port city with a trading history that dates back to at least 600 years. Called as the Queen of the Arabian Sea, the city is the financial, commercial and industrial capital of Kerala. Upon arrival in Cochin Airport you are met and transferred to your pre booked Hotel
In the Evening enjoy Kathakali Dance - The Traditional Dance show in local theatre. Kathakali is one of the oldest theatre forms in the world. It originated in the area of southwestern India now known as the state of Kerala. Kathakali is a group presentation, in which dancers take various roles in performances traditionally based on themes from Hindu mythology, especially the two epics, the Ramayana and the Mahabharata
In the evening enjoy a traditional Kerala Style Dinner at a Restaurant
Meals: Dinner
Overnight stay at the Hotel Arches or Killians in Cochin
Cochin
Breakfast in the Hotel
Later proceed for city tour of Cochin visiting Mattancherry Palace also known as the Dutch Palace. This palace is also famous for depicting Kerala mural paintings. The palace is built in the traditional style of Kerala architecture. Jewish Synagogue Also known as Paradesi Synagogue. It is the oldest synagogue in the entire Commonwealth of Nations and was built in 1568 by the Malabar Yehudan people or Cochin Jewish community in the Kingdom of Cochin. Chinese Fishing Nets are the most iconic and popular attractions of Kerala peculiar to Kochi located next to Fort Kochi. One of the significant cultural symbols of Kerala, the spot is also one of the most photographed places in all of town, attracting hordes of tourists and photographers on an everyday basis. The image of the beautifully silhouetted fishing nets against the backdrop of clear waters at sunset is really appeasing and makes up for a breathtakingly beautiful sight.
St. Francis Church is the oldest European church in India. The great Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama who discovered the sea route from Europe to India died in Kochi. His body was buried in this church.
Also walk in Fort Kochi’s seaside promenade, and get a glimpse of daily life in Kochi
Meals: Breakfast Included
Overnight stay at the Hotel Arches or Killians in Cochin
Cochin – Munnar (By Private Vehicle 140 Kms, 3 ½ Hrs Drive)
Breakfast in the Hotel and Check Out
Later Depart by Private Vehicle for Munnar. Munnar is a popular hill-station of Kerala perched at an altitude of 1600 metres in the Western Ghats. Famous for its tea estates, various shades of green, blankets of mist and craggy peaks, Munnar is aptly known as the 'Kashmir of South India'. Upon arrival at Munnar check in at your pre booked Hotel
Meals: Breakfast Included
Overnight stay at the Hotel Misty Lake Resort or Tea Valley Resort in Munnar
Munnar
Breakfast in the Hotel
Later proceed for visit Mettupatty dam is a storage dam built in the mountains of Kerala to conserve water for hydroelectricity. Due to this dam many wild animals and birds flourish in this region. It is a site for scenic beauty.
Eravikulam national park is a park set up for the preservation of endangered Nilgiri Tahr, also known as Nilgiri Ibex is a rare species of mountain goat. Here you can also spot wild elephants, Malabar civet, phyhon etc. This Park is situated in the border of Kerala and Tamil Nadu. (Opening of park depends on Breeding Season of animals)
Later visit the Tea Plantations in Munnar. Sprawling over vast acres of lands, the umpteen tea plantations are sure to lure you with their bewitching beauty and charm. Perched at several feet over the sea level and boasting of misty skies above and green carpeted fields below, these splendid gardens and tea plantations are a must visit for every traveller.
Meals: Breakfast Included
Overnight stay at the Hotel Misty Lake Resort or Tea Valley Resort in Munnar
Munnar – Periyar (By Private Vehicle 150 Kms, 3 ½ Hrs Drive)
Breakfast in the Hotel and Check Out
Later depart by Private Vehicle for Periyar (Thekkady), Also known as Thekkady. It is a National Park and one of the Tiger Reserves in India. Upon arrival in Periyar check in at your pre booked Hotel.
Afternoon visit to spice plantation. As you take a walk along the streets of Kumily or the winding pathways among the plantations, the thing that strikes you first is the lingering aroma in the air. The scent may be of cloves, nutmeg, pepper, cinnamon or cardamom and sometimes a fragrance that combines the scents of two or more spices. The geographical and climatic peculiarities of Kumily such as the cool climate and its elevation from the sea level make it ideal for spice cultivation.
In the evening a Boat Ride on Lake Periyar in Common Boat to explore the Wild Life.
Periyar Lake boating experince is one of unique among all boating while in Kerala. Here the steamer will take you to the ride inside the lake where you can see lots of birds and other species in nearby Periyar park.
Meals: Breakfast Included
Overnight stay at the Hotel Cardamom County or Similar in Periyar
Periyar – Kumarakom (By Private Vehicle 140 Kms, 3 Hrs Drive)
Breakfast in the Hotel and Check Out
Later depart by Private Vehicle for Kumarakom. Kumarakom is a Tourist Village located on the banks of Vembanad Lake, Kerala's largest lake, Kumarakom is a cluster of many small man-made islands reclaimed from the lake. Upon arrival in Kumarakom check in at your pre booked Hotel.
Afternoon excursion to birds Sanctuary situated on the banks of Vembanad Lake. Here you can spot many migratory species of birds. Spread out over 14 hectares, one comes across numerous rare avian species in these parts. Located on the banks of the Vembanad Lake in Kottayam, one gets to see a variety of migratory birds that flock in thousands, ranging from places like the Himalayas to Siberia.
Afternoon free
Meals: Breakfast Included
Overnight stay at the Hotel Abad Whispering Palm or Similar in Kumarakom
Kumarakom – Alleppey (By Private Vehicle 38 Kms, 1 Hrs Drive) & Alleppey – Start 01 Night Houseboat
Breakfast in the Hotel
Later you are transferred to Alleppey Jetty to board Houseboat. House boating can be the most relaxing experience for any age, size or type of people. Cruise through the back waters of Kerala along the palm fringed waterways and you would be able to breeze past the water lilies, lush paddy fields, coir villages, rustic homes, temples and coconut groves.
You can also witness the traditional Keralite village lifestyle unchanged for many years. You hear the merchants selling vegetables in a boat while the village people wait at the bank of Vembanad Lake. Here your crew will prepare delicious Keralite meals from freshly brought vegetables from the market.
(Houseboat starts at 12:30 Noon)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included
Overnight stay at Deluxe Air Conditioned Houseboat
Houseboat disembarks at Alleppey & Alleppey – Kovalam (By Private Vehicle 175 Kms, 5 Hrs Drive)
Breakfast in the Houseboat
Later Houseboat disembarks at Alleppey at 09:30 Hrs and proceed for Kovalam. Kovalam is a beach resort in Kerala as there are many beautiful beaches. Famous for its three adjacent crescent-shaped shallow water and low tidal beaches, Kovalam is dotted with resorts and ayurvedic massage centres. Upon arrival in Kovalam check in at your pre booked Hotel.
Meals: Breakfast Included
Overnight stay at the Hotel Uday Samudra or Similar in Kovalam
Kovalam
Breakfast in the Hotel
Day at leisure on the Beach
Meals: Breakfast Included
Overnight stay at the Hotel Uday Samudra or Similar in Kovalam
Kovalam –Trivandrum (By Private Vehicle 20 Kms, ½ Hrs Drive)
Breakfast in the Hotel and Checkout and our guest relation executive would transfer you to the Trivandrum Airport to board Flight back Home