Trivandrum With Kerala Holidays 05N / 06D

A fast-paced 6-day Kerala circuit covering beaches, backwaters, wildlife, and hills. Start at Trivandrum and relax at Kovalam Beach, catch sunrise and sunset at Kanyakumari, cruise Alleppey’s backwaters, spot wildlife in Periyar, Thekkady, explore Munnar’s tea gardens, and end in Cochin. Designed for travelers who want all of Kerala’s highlights in one trip. Includes 3/4-star hotels, daily breakfast, private AC vehicle, and key sightseeing.

• Day 01 : Arrive Trivandrum (By Flight) –Excursion to Kanyakumari (90 Kms, 2.5/ 3 Hrs drive) / Kovalam

  Upon arrival in Trivandrum Airport, meet our representative who will warmly welcome and embark for day excursion to Kanyakumari, located at the southernmost tip of the Indian Peninsula is the confluence of three large oceans such as Bay of Bengal, Indian Ocean & Arabian Sea. It is one the best tourist destination in India and increasingly gaining importance due to its enchanting natural beauty and seashore. Following 3 hrs drive reach Kanyakumari and visit Kanyakumari Temple – dedicated to Kanyakumari, the manifestation of the universal mother as a young maiden bride, followed by Vivekananda rock memorial by ferry boat ride and Gandhi Mandapam – built to honor one of the greatest Indian leaders – Mahatma Gandhi. In the afternoon drive back to Kovalam for night stay.
  Overnight at Hotel.

• Day 02 : Kovalam -Alleppey (185Kms, 4.5Hrs drive)

  This morning taking leisurely walk on the sandy Hawah and Kovalam Beach. After breakfast at hotel check out and depart for Alleppey. Enroute visit Padmanabha Swamy Temple for prayers. Post prayers continue your drive for Alleppey. On reaching check into houseboat for a Kerala houseboat tour over the scenic backwaters. Sit back and relax at the houseboat and enjoy the scenic beauty as the boat passes through the emerald green paddy fields, refreshing natural beauty, exotic resorts and the rustic villages.
  Overnight stay in Houseboat.

• Day 03 : Alleppey – Thekkady / Periyar (145Kms, 4.5Hrs drive)

  Morning drive to Thekkady. Throughout the journey enjoy the panoramic view of the nature with occasional waterfalls and streams. On arrival at Thekkady, check into the hotel. Later in the afternoon experience the beauty of the surrounding areas. Here you have opportunity to see varied species of birds and animals in their natural. Enjoy the boat ride in Periyar Sanctuary( at own cost) .In the evening you may enjoy Elephant ride or other activities like Kathakali , Martial Arts show , Musical fountain show etc. Back to hotel and rest of the day free at leisure.
  Overnight stay at hotel

• Day 04 : Periyar–Munnar(145Kms, 4.5Hrs drive)

  Post breakfast in the Hotel depart for Munnar by surface driving you through the scenic pathways dotted with pepper and cardamom plantation, tea plantations and thick forests. On arrival at Munnar check into the hotel. Rest of the day free at leisure.
  Overnight stay at Hotel.

• Day 05 : MunnarSightseeing / Cochin (140 Kms, 4 Hrs drive)

  After breakfast check out and proceed to enjoys the sightseeing tour of Munnar. Walk through the green carpet of well organized tea bushes; watch the beautiful mist and romantic green meadows, romantic view of the waterfall. Dam, Echo Point, Kundale Lake, Blossom Garden, Rajamalai, Tea Plantation etc.
  
  Later in the afternoon/evening depart for Cochin. In the evening arrive and check into hotel.
  Overnight stay in hotel.

• Day 06 : Cochin Sightseeing / Airport departure

  Post breakfast in the Hotel check out with Luggage and visit Marine drive followed by Chinese Fishing Net etc. Rest of time free at leisure / shoppinguntil scheduled transfer to Cochin Airport to board the flight for onward destination
  Tour Ends with Happy memories.