Day 1: Cochin to Munnar -Welcome to God’s Own Country!

Welcome to God’s Own Country! Upon your arrival at the Cochin International Airport, you will be warmly greeted and you will be driven to Munnar the Nature Lover’s Paradise also known as ‘Kashmir of South India’. Enroute visit Cheeyappara & Valara waterfalls and Karadipara View Point. Also you can enjoy Spice plantations, Rubber Plantations, Pineapple garden etc.

Day 2: Munnar

Munnar has something special for everyone. The tea gardens are a part of any Munnar itinerary. Watch various steps of tea production in the tea factories right from plucking leaves to sorting, drying and grinding them. Rajamalai Wildlife Sanctuary — Around is 17 km from Munnar, the Sanctuary lodges deer, bison and elephants. You can opt for trekking in this sanctuary. Next, visit to Eravikulam National Park (open as per the directions by the forest authorities), sheltering endangered Nilgiri tahrs, which are seen only in Munnar and some isolated pockets along the Nilgiri biosphere. Mattupetty Lake, a man-made lake formed by a small hydro electricity dam is another popular tourist spot in Munnar. Tucked in steep slopes and thick woods, the dam draws a lot of tourists. Overnight in Munnar.

Day 3 : Munnar to Thekkady

After breakfast checkout from hotel and drive to Thekkady also known as Periyar. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the world’s most fascinating natural wildlife reserves. Enroute visit Gap Road, Anayirangal Dam, Spice Plantations etc. Arrive and check in to the hotel. Afternoon boating (on own) at man made lake and this is the only wildlife sanctuary in India where you can have the unique experience of viewing wildlife at close from the safety of a boat on the lake. The probable animals to watch are Bison, Gaur, Wild Elephants, Sambhar and a wide variety of birds. Evening free for shopping. Overnight in Thekkady.

Day 4 : Thekkady – Alleppey

Morning proceeds to Alleppey. By noon check in at the boat in Alleppey for a 20 hour house boating through the legendary backwaters of Kerala. On the way you will witness a full range of lifes and activities and some mind boggling sceneries. Overnight in the house boat, House boat is a private boat with fully furnished spacious bath attached bed rooms, private balcony, dining room, hygiene kitchen and side decks to capture the beauty of the backwaters. Overnight at Houseboat.

Day 5 : Alleppey to Cochin Airport

Morning after breakfast proceed to Cochin Airport or railway station for onward journey.

Here ends the memorable Kerala Trip.