Day 1 – Arrival in Kochi

Arrival at Kochi International Airport
Once you have completed immigration procedures and collected your luggage, our representative will be waiting for you outside the Terminal.
Arrival at the hotel and check-in. Standard check-in 2:00 PM / Check-out 12:00 PM.

Mattancherry area   –  It has people of different languages ​​and ethnic identities. Churches, agraharams, mosques and a synagogue coexist in the area, along with colonial-era buildings, testifying to a vibrant past and harmonious present.

Chinese nets –  Chinese nets made of teak wood and bamboo poles, work according to the principle of balance. Each structure, about 10 m high, is fixed on the beach and has a cantilever with an attached net that extends over a surface of about 20 meters.

Jew Street –  You can choose from curios, antique tableware, carved wooden furniture, bronze and brass sculptures, remnants of traditional houses and jewelry. The antique dealers love to chat and keep you informed about the origins of the items and their shops.

The Synagogue – T he Paradesi Synagogue, in a corner of Jew Town, is over a hundred years old and houses many rare antiques. The synagogue, which woos many visitors, adds to the quaint charm of Mattancherry.

Dutch Palace –  Although the Dutch Palace was named so, it was the Portuguese who built it. What the Dutch did was only a cosmetic restoration and repair.  During the early decades of the 16th century, the Portuguese had plundered many temples in Kochi.

The Cathedral Basilica of Santa Cruz in Fort Kochi, Kochi is one of the nine basilicas of Kerala. Counted as one of the heritage buildings of Kerala, this church is one of the most beautiful and imposing churches in India and visited by tourists throughout the year

Dhobi Khana is the place where the Tamil speaking Vannan community performs laundry work, the profession traditionally practiced by the community. This practice of the Vannan community has been traced back to the colonial period. The story goes that the Vannans were brought by the King of Kochi from Coimbatore and Tirunelveli to wash the army uniforms of the Portuguese or Dutch. In 1975.

Overnight stay in Kochi.

Day 2 – Kochi-Munnar (127 Km, 3 Hours 40 Minutes)

After breakfast, drive to Munnar. 

Pothemed Viewpoint – Experience the beautiful views of Munnar! Take a trip to Pothamedu, a hilltop site where you can enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding mist-shrouded hills and green valleys caressed by cool winds.

Pallivasal Falls, Pallivasal Falls in Munnar is a secluded yet scenic tourist spot. These falls are formed by the Muthirappuzhayar River and are among the popular waterfalls in the area. Visit the place during monsoons and the sight of water flowing down the rocks will enliven your senses.

Blossom park – It is a park located in one of the most beautiful places in the country. Many activities are offered here including boating, skating, cycling, etc. And if you want a quiet visit, admire the trees and a wide variety of beautiful flowers in the park.

Overnight stay in Munnar.

Day 3 – Munnar

After breakfast the day begins.

Tea Museum – Tea has played a vital role in the history of Munnar. Tea plantations have played a huge role in attracting people to the area. Tata Tea established a Tea Museum in 2005 which has photographs and machinery that chronicle the journey of tea in the area.

Echo Point – About 15 km from Munnar is the famous Echo Point. Popular for its natural echo phenomenon, one can always see the area filled with eager visitors throughout the year. At an altitude of about 600 feet, people love to take a walk in the lush greenery surrounding the place. It is an ideal picnic spot.

Mattupetty is among the most visited destinations in the tourist hotbed of Munnar. It is a beautiful picnic spot that regularly attracts visitors. People love to visit the dam and lake here and families can be regularly seen enjoying a nice afternoon in the area.

Photo Point – While most of Munnar is photogenic, Photo Point is doubly so. Just 3 km from the main market of this hill station, this site is a photographer’s favourite. Surrounded by the Tata Tea Gardens of Kanan Devan Hills and a series of silver oaks, this spot is located right off the main highway.

Kundala Dam – About 20 km from Munnar, Kundala Dam is a picturesque tourist spot. The dam is built on the Periyar River and is surrounded by the green mountain range of Western Ghats. The area also has cherry trees, which bloom twice a year, adding to the beauty of the place.

The Rose Garden in Munnar is a dreamland for rose lovers. This garden contains roses of almost every color. The Rose Garden is home to not only roses but also hundreds of rare varieties of other flowers and herbal plants. The tea, cardamom and vanilla plantations that are located behind the Rose Garden are very attractive and a lovely place to take a leisurely stroll. Seasonal tropical fruits like strawberries, lychees, rambutan, amla and vegetables like cauliflower, cabbage, potatoes and beans are grown here.

Overnight stay in Munnar.

Day 4 – Munnar-Madurai (160 Km, 3 Hours 55 Minutes)

After breakfast, drive to Madurai. 

The Gandhi Museum is located in the old palace of Rani Mangammal. The museum revives the freedom struggle. The Gandhian movement is well represented as an art gallery. Madurai was chosen for this museum because Gandhiji took important decisions during his visits to Madurai.

Vilachery is a pottery village near Madurai. Over 200 families live here and most of them are engaged in pottery. They make dolls for dozens of festivals throughout the year. The papier-mâché dolls made here adorn homes across South India during the 9-day festival of Navratri.

Then check in to the hotel and time to rest

In the evening visit the temple followed by evening ceremony at 9:00 PM.

Meenakshi temple – Arulmigu Meenakshi Amman Temple, also known as Meenakshi Sundareshwarar Temple, is a historic Hindu temple located on the southern bank of the Vaigai River. It is dedicated to the goddess Meenakshi, a form of Parvati, and her consort, Sundareshwarar, a form of Shiva. Built in the 14th century.

Evening Ceremony – In the late evening, you will witness the amazing pooja (prayer) ceremony at the Meenakshi temple. During the ceremony, the idols of Sundareshwar (an avatar of Lord Shiva) and his consort Meenakshi (an avatar of Parvati) are taken in a grand procession to the bedchamber, where they are kept for the night

Note:  To visit Meenakshi temple, you must follow the dress code which includes shirts/tops and shorts with short sleeves or full sleeves. Sleeveless dresses, shorts or shorts are not allowed. Non-Hindus are not allowed to enter the sanctum sanctorum.

Overnight stay in Madurai.

Day 5 -Madurai-Thekkady (141 Km, 3 hours 30 minutes)

After breakfast, Drive to Thekkady

On arrival visit to spice plantation –  Spice and spice plantations are something unique to Thekkady, Kerala and most of them do not miss this interesting activity. Spices like cardamom require a very moderate cool climate which only Thekkady offers and that is why Thekkady and surrounding places are full of cardamom plantations.

Elephant Junction – Thekkady, located near Kumily, is an excellent place to learn about elephants, go for elephant rides, take baths and showers with them. It is a fun and entertaining activity for kids and adults.

Boat Ride  at Periyar National Park & ​​Wildlife Sanctuary has ensured that it is widely known as Periyar Lake. Governed by the Kerala Forest and Wildlife Department, the lake sees hundreds of thousands of foot traffic every year. Periyar Lake is located within a protected area and helps in the conservation of plants, birds, fish and wild animals, some of which are rare, endemic and even endangered.

Later return to the hotel and relax.

Overnight stay in Thekkady.

Day 6 – Thekkady-Alleppey (141 Km, 3 hours 30 minutes) (Full Board)

After breakfast, drive to Alleppy.

Arrive in Alleppy and transfer to hosueboat, rest of the day dedicated to relaxation.

Alleppey:-  Popularly known as the Venice of the East, Alleppey or Allapuzha is famous for its serene backwaters and their exceptionally scenic surroundings. Houseboat cruise in Alleppey is the latest and probably the best addition to the list of ways you can enjoy the mesmerizing natural beauty of this quaint town. This is one of the most exciting things to do in Alleppey.

Boat tour in the late afternoon get off the houseboat and take a smaller boat to observe the daily life of those who live there, these shores have not changed over the centuries. Vast expanses of rice paddies and coconut trees that gently sway with the wind surround you.

Overnight stay in Alleppey on a Houseboat with Full board.

Day 6 – Thekkady-Alleppey (141 Km, 3 hours 30 minutes) (Full Board)

After breakfast, drive to Alleppy.

Arrive in Alleppy and transfer to hosueboat, rest of the day dedicated to relaxation.

Alleppey:-  Popularly known as the Venice of the East, Alleppey or Allapuzha is famous for its serene backwaters and their exceptionally scenic surroundings. Houseboat cruise in Alleppey is the latest and probably the best addition to the list of ways you can enjoy the mesmerizing natural beauty of this quaint town. This is one of the most exciting things to do in Alleppey.

Boat tour in the late afternoon get off the houseboat and take a smaller boat to observe the daily life of those who live there, these shores have not changed over the centuries. Vast expanses of rice paddies and coconut trees that gently sway with the wind surround you.

Overnight stay in Alleppey on a Houseboat with Full board.

Day 7 – Kochi-Agatti (By flight) Agatti-Bangaram (By boat) (Full board)

After breakfast, depart for Laccadive (Bangaram)

Transfer to Kochi airport as per flight schedule for Agatti.

On arrival at Agatti transfer to Bangaram by boat. 

On arrival at Bangaram transfer to hotel. 

Overnight stay at Bangaram.

Day 8 – Bangaram (Full board)

After breakfast the day begins. 

Free time.

Overnight stay at Bangaram.

Day 9 – Bangaram (Full board)

After breakfast the day begins. 

Free time.

Overnight stay at Bangaram.

Day 10 – Bangaram (Full board)

After breakfast the day begins. 

Free time.

Overnight stay at Bangaram.

Day 11 – Bangaram (Full board)

After breakfast the day begins. 

Free time.

Overnight stay at Bangaram.

Day 12 – Bangaram-Agatti (By boat) Agatti-Kochi (By flight)

After breakfast, drive to Kochi.

Transfer to Agatti by boat. 

On arrival at Agatti transfer to Agatti airport as per flight schedule for Kochi. 

Upon arrival in Kochi, transfer to hotel. 

Free time to discover the city on your own. 

Overnight stay in Kochi.

Day 13 – Kochi-Next Destination