Kerala of Spice

Today arrive at Cochin and meet with our representative and transfer to the hotel. Check in at hotel. Later city tour of Cochin. Kochi (colonial name Cochin) is a vibrant city situated on the south-west coast of the Indian peninsula in the breathtakingly scenic and prosperous state of Kerala, hailed as 'God's Own Country'. Its strategic importance over the centuries is underlined by the sobriquet Queen of the Arabian Sea. Informally, Cochin is also referred to as the Gateway to Kerala.
A few popular attractions of Cochin are the Santa Cruz Basilica - It was built originally by the Portuguese and elevated to a Cathedral by Pope Paul IV in 1558, The basilica is the Cathedral church.

The Dutch palace at Mattancherry - The Mattancherry Palace is a Portuguese palace popularly known as the Dutch Palace.

St. Francis' Church., in Fort Kochi. It was built in 1503. Which is the oldest European church in India and has great historical significance. As a protected monument it is under the Archaeological Survey of India. Bud is owned by the North Kerala diocese of Church of South India. Overnight stay at Hotel

Morning after breakfast drive to Munnar. Enjoying the scenic beauty & the marvelous waterfalls, high mountains with the low flying clouds passing by.
Munnar is situated at the confluence of three mountain streams - Muthirapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala, and perched about 1600 m above sea level, the hill station of Munnar once used to be the summer resort of the erstwhile British administration in south India. This hill station is marked by vast expanses of tea plantations, colonial bungalows, rivulets, waterfalls and cool weather. It is also an ideal destination for trekking and mountain biking.
Upon arrival check in at the hotel. The rest of the day free at leisure. Overnight stay at hotel.

Morning after breakfast full day city tour of Munnar. Visit to Mattupetty Lake & Dam, Echo Point, Kundale Lake, Blossom Garden, Rajamalai, Tea Plantation and Eravikulam Wildlife Sanctuary. Enjoy and relax near the tea gardens and appreciated the beauty of nature as you share romantic talks. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Morning after breakfast drive to Thekkady. Enroute visit the panoramic Western Ghat hills covered with spice plantations and an occasional view of waterfalls and streams, several types of spice plantations like cardamom, vanilla, pepper, cinnamon and clove.
Thekkady in India’s largest wildlife sanctuary is a dream destination for any tourist visiting India . The 120 years old 'Surki' dam built across Peryiar, Poorna in Vedic parlance, is a major tourist attraction. This sanctuary is spread over an area of 777 Sq. Kms, surrounded by an artificial lake over an area of 25 Sq.Kms. The Country's sole Tiger reserve, Thekkady, with its bountiful treasures of tropical flora and fauna is the ultimate reservoir of many an endangered species and a rich tribal culture. Thekkady is a pleasant heaven on earth for those who love nature in its wild manifestations.
On arrival check in the hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Morning after breakfast enjoy the Plantation tour. Visit the spice plantations like Cardamom, Cinnamon, Pepper, Coffee and Tea estates. Overnight stay at hotel.

Morning after breakfast drive to Alleppy and check in at Houseboat. A houseboat cruise is the best way to explore the beauty of the backwaters. Rest of the day at leisure on the House Boat. Enjoy your evening on the sundeck away from polluted cities and maddening crowd. Overnight stay at House Boat.

Morning after breakfast / later in the afternoon drive to Cochin airport / Railway station for onward destination.