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8 Days Kerala Triangle Tour Package
Day 01 Cochin
Arrival at Cochin Airport. Our Executive will meet on arrival and transfer to the historical zone of Cochin. (45 kms 1.15 hrs). On arrival check in to the hotel and at leisure.
Evening witness Kathakali Dance, which is a 300-year-old dance form developed exclusively in Kerala combining the performing art forms of opera, ballet, masque, and pantomime. The dance is a beautiful blending of color, dance, music, drama, and expressions.
The eventful history of this city began when a major flood in AD 1341 threw open the estuary at Kochi, till then a land locked region, turning it into one of the finest natural harbours in the world. Kochi thus became a haven for seafaring visitors from all over the world and became the first European township in India when the Portuguese settled here in the 15th century
Day 02 Cochin
After breakfast half day sightseeing of Cochin with English Speaking Guide. Visiting St.Fancis Church, Chinese Fishing Net, Dutch Palace (Closed on Friday) and Jewish Synagogue (Closed on Friday and Saturday). Back to Hotel for Lunch.
Evening Sunset Cruise by a private motorboat at Cochin Harbour. O/N Hotel
Back to Hotel for Dinner. Over night.
Day 03 Cochin / Munnar
After breakfast drive to Munnar ( 140 kms 4 hrs). On arrival check in to the hotel. PM you are free to walk around the tea plantations.
“Munnar” (Three rivers) is one of the most popular hill stations in India and is situated at the confluence of three mountain streams – Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. Located at 1600 meters above sea level, this was once the summer resort of the erstwhile British Government in South India. Sprawling tea plantations, picture book towns, winding lanes, trekking and holiday facilities make Munnar a unique experience. Munnar is one of the highest peaks in South India and is home to animals like elephants and the rare ‘Nilgiri tahrs’. Among the exotic flora, there is the Neelakurinji, which blooms every 12 years. The next bloom is in this September 2006. Traditions of the British Tea Plantation town are still preserved in the heavenly and un-spoilt hill station.
Day 04 Munnar
After Breakfast, start to explore the different regions of Munnar with local English Speaking Guide. Visit Eravikulam National Park to see the endangered Nilgiri Tahr (Endemic goat-antelope). Guide will explain about the great history of high range. Later visit Tea Museum (to witness the tea processing) and Handicraft center called ‘Srushti’. Lunch at Hotel. Later walk through the lush green tea plantations. Back to the hotel Overnight : Windermere / Similar Category
Day 05 Munnar / Thekkady
After Breakfast drive to Thekkady ( 120 kms 3 hrs). On arrival at Thekkady check into the hotel. Overnight at hotel. Evening Visit Periyar Wildlife sanctuary, boating at Lake Periyar by common boat and later plantation tour. Elephant ride can be arranged on request in the season.
Plantation tour introduces you to a numerous variety of spices. A good explanation of the native spices, tea and coffee will given by the person who will be accompanying in this Garden. Overnight
Thekkady is located in the high ranges of Western Ghats covering 777 sq.kms of grasslands and moist deciduous, tropical evergreen and semi evergreen forest at an altitude varies from 900m to 2000m. A reservoir of water in an area of 25 sq.kms created by a dam built in 1895 by British is Periyar Lake. The name “Thekkady” conjures up images of Elephants, unending chains of hills and spice scanted plantations. Periyar wildlife sanctuary is one of the finest wildlife reserves in India and spread across the entire district are picturesque plantations and hill towns that hold great opportunities for treks and mountain walks.
Day 06 Thekkady / Kumarakom / Houseboat
After Breakfast drive to Nedumudy (130 kms 3 hrs). On arrival Check in to the houseboat for overnight cruise. All meals, tea, coffee, snacks are served on board. Cruise sector will be Nedumudy-Kumrakom.
Kettuvallam (House Boat) is a country boat that was used in the early days for the transport of goods from the isolated interior villages to the towns. With the advent of roads, bridges and ferry services, gradually the Kettuvallam went off the scene. Now these Houseboats are back again as a major tourist attraction. A ride on a Houseboat is a fabulous way to explore the fascinating beauty of the backwaters.
Day 07 Houseboat/Kumarakom
After breakfast disembark at Hotel jetty. On arrival check in to the hotel. Evening walk to Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. Overnight at Hotel
The village of Kumarakom is a cluster of little islands on the Vembanad Lake. An unbelievably beautiful paradise of mangrove forests, emerald never ending green paddy fields and coconut groves interspersed with enchanting waterways and canals adorned with while lilies - this is Kumarakom. The bird sanctuary here, which is spread across 14 acres, is a favorite haunt of migratory birds and an ornithologist's paradise. The most interesting area in the backwaters is the “Kuttanad Region” called the Rice bowl of Kerala. O/N Hotel.
Day 08 Departure
Departure transfer to airport to board you flight
