Itinerary
Day 1: Day 01: Arrive at Cochin & Transfer to Munnar
Stop At: Kerala Tour - Saffron India Tours, CC 45/1947, Ground Floor, Barka Building Labour Colony Road N H By Pass - Vysali, Kuthappady, Thammanam, Kochi, Kerala 682032, India
To visit Munnar, you have to arrive at Ernakulam railway station or Kochi airport, depending on your medium of travel. From your place of arrival, our representative will take you to the city of heaven Munnar. Situated amidst the sprawling tea plantations and exotic flora, this place is a popular resort town in South India.
Like other tourist destinations in Kerala, this city has its historic past too. This place was once the summer resort of the erstwhile British Government. Munnar has the highest peak in South India, Anamudi. Which is located at the height of 2695 meters.
En route you will pass many sprightly waterfalls, Spice Gardens & Tea Plantations, vistas of high mountain ranges capped by low clouds. Once after reaching the hotel, you can check in for two nights stay and have some rest for the true beginning of trip from the next morning.
Duration: 4 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight Stay in a Resort at Munnar
Day 2: Munnar Sightseeing
Stop At: Kerala Tour - Saffron India Tours, CC 45/1947, Ground Floor, Barka Building Labour Colony Road N H By Pass - Vysali, Kuthappady, Thammanam, Kochi, Kerala 682032, India
Start your day with a light breakfast and commence your Munnar sightseeing with Mattupetty Dam & Eco point, which is situated above 1700 meters and a delight for the nature lovers. Once your craving for nature is satisfied then head towards the Eravikulam National Park (Rajamala) which holds largest vibrant population of Nilgiri Thar. Spread over 97kms, this place is first of its kind in Kerala will surely the best place for nature lovers.
After visiting these three exotic places, now it is the time to have some lunch and then explore the sprawling tea plantations located at the Tea Estate of Kannan Devan Tea. Visit the Kannan Devan Tea museum and explore the history of tea processing in Munnar. Experience the different stages of tea processing and learn about the production of the black tea. After knowing the tea plantations growth and history, you can head towards the Munnar town and visit the Blossom Garden, view point and spend some time at Munnar Local market, later proceed to Hotel, have some light dinner and stay overnight for the nest fresh beginning.
Duration: 10 hours
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Accommodation included: Overnight Stay in Resort at Munnar
Day 3: Munnar to Thekkady
Stop At: Kerala Tour - Saffron India Tours, CC 45/1947, Ground Floor, Barka Building Labour Colony Road N H By Pass - Vysali, Kuthappady, Thammanam, Kochi, Kerala 682032, India
You can start the new morning with some heart breakfast and then visit Thekkady, the home to the famous Periyar wildlife sanctuary. Lying close to the plantations, this is the world most fascinating natural reserves. Spread across 777 km area, this is the probably the only sanctuary in India which offers the experience of viewing the close quarters from the safety of the boat. If you are a nature lover and want to enjoy the nature, this place is well known for its beautiful and alluring artificial lake formed beauty of this sanctuary. Once you reach, check-in at hotel for the night, you have the afternoon enjoy the boating in Periyar lake. Later visit a locally owned spice plantation to walk through the different varieties of Kerala Spices. Overnight stay at Resort / Hotel.
Duration: 6 hours
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Accommodation included: Overnight stay in Resort at Thekkady
Day 4: Thekkady to Alleppey
Stop At: Kerala Tour - Saffron India Tours, CC 45/1947, Ground Floor, Barka Building Labour Colony Road N H By Pass - Vysali, Kuthappady, Thammanam, Kochi, Kerala 682032, India
Start your morning in the exotic green environment and have breakfast to satisfy your taste buds. Now you will head towards the watery heaven, Alleppey (Alappuzha). The reason is that this place is full of beautiful backwaters and beaches where one can experience the fun and thrill of traditional boat races.
On arrival check in to your pre booked Resort, and full day leisure at backwater resort. Alleppey is famous for its lovely lakes, lagoons and the fresh water rivers. It’s known as the ‘Venice of the East’ for its similarity to the Italian city, Alappuzha’s passion play with water has made it the hub of houseboats and beaches. Alappuzha beach is a popular picnic spot. The pier, which extends into the sea here, is over 137 years old. Entertainment facilities at the Vijaya Beach Park add to the attraction of the beach. There is also an old lighthouse nearby which is greatly fascinating to visitors. Overnight stay at Resort.
Duration: 6 hours
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Accommodation included: Overnight stay in Resort at Alleppey
Day 5: Alleppey to Cochin Departure
Stop At: Kerala Tour - Saffron India Tours, CC 45/1947, Ground Floor, Barka Building Labour Colony Road N H By Pass - Vysali, Kuthappady, Thammanam, Kochi, Kerala 682032, India
Start your day with a light breakfast and check out from the Resort. Later proceed to Cochin, also known as the queen of the Arabian Sea, Cochin is a major port city on the South West coast of India. It is well known for its vibrant beauty and some of the well-known tourist destinations in South India. Cochin is its former name and now it is known as Kochi. This city also flaunts one of the finest natural harbours in the world and was the centre of world spice trade for many centuries.
It is a home to plethora of beautiful and historical monuments where you can visit. Some places that worth exploring in Kochi are Fort Kochi, Dutch Palace, Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica, Jewish synagogue, Chinese Fishing Nets and a lot more.
Sightseeing and shopping will be according to the time of your return flight/train
Our representative will leave you at Airport/Railway station and you can get back to your hoe with the everlasting memories of your Kerala Tour Package with Saffron India Tours.
Duration: 5 hours
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Accommodation included: No Stay. Evening Drop at Airport / Railway Station / Port