Overview

Munnar is a town in the Western Ghats mountain range in India’s Kerala state. A hill station and former resort for the British Raj elite, it's surrounded by rolling hills dotted with tea plantations established in the late 19th century. Eravikulam National Park, a habitat for the endangered mountain goat Nilgiri tahr, is home to the Lakkam Waterfalls, hiking trails and 2,695m-tall Anamudi Peak.

Thekkady is a town near Periyar National Park, an important tourist attraction in the Kerala state of India. The name Thekkady is derived from the word "thekku" which means teak. Temperatures are lowest in the months of December–January and highest in the months of April–May.

Kumarakom is a village on Vembanad Lake in the backwaters of Kerala, southern India. It’s laced with canals, where houseboats ply the waters. Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary is home to many species including cuckoos and Siberian storks. Nearby, the Bay Island Driftwood Museum displays wooden sculptures. In the lake, Pathiramanal Island is a haven for rare migratory birds. Ancient Thazhathangady Mosque is east of Kumarakom.

Kovalam is a small coastal town in the southern Indian state of Kerala, south of Thiruvananthapuram. At the southern end of Lighthouse Beach is a striped lighthouse with a viewing platform. Palm-backed beaches also include Hawa Beach and Samudra Beach. Heading south, Vizhinjam Juma Masjid mosque overlooks the busy fishing harbor. Inland, Sagarika Marine Research Aquarium displays technology used in pearl production.

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival at Cochin To Munnar

Arrival At Cochin To Munnar

Sightseeing

Transfers

Stay

Dinner

Arrive at Cochin and drive towards the Munnar . Later visit the magnificent Athirappilly waterfalls, often referred to as the "Niagara of India". Overnight stay at a hotel in Muunar .

Day 2

Munnar

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Stay

Dinner

After Breakfast go for sightseeing to Eravikulam national park also known as Rajamalai, the natural habitat of Nilgiri Thar. Later visit tea factory and tea museum, Mattupetty dam, echo point and the Kundala lake. Boating facilities are available at Mattupetty dam (entry charges at your own cost). Visit other local attractions of Munnar. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 3

Excursion to Marayoor

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Stay

Dinner

After Breakfast, proceed for sightseeing of Marayoor. Visit Marayoor sandalwood forest , waterfalls , marayoor dolmens . Return to Munnar at night and stay at hotel.

Day 4

Munnar To Thekkady

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Transfers

Stay

Dinner

Post breakfast, check-out from Munnar and move towards Thekkady. Upon reaching Thekkady, check-in at your hotel. In the afternoon, go for a boat ride on Periyar Lake and enjoy wildlife and bird spotting. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay in Thekkady.

Day 5

Thekkady to Kumarakom

Breakfast

Transfers

Stay

Dinner

Post Breakfast, drive towards the Kumarakom. Upon arrival, check-in to the hotel and spend your day at leisure.

Day 6

Kumarakom

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Stay

Dinner

Relish a hearty breakfast and check out from the hotel to start your trip to the next destination Kumarakom. Once you arrive, check-in to the hotel and make yourself comfortable. Afterwards, visit Kumarakom bird sanctuary, and Vembanad lake. Return back to hotel for overnight stay.

Day 7

Kumarakom to Kovalam

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Transfers

Stay

Dinner

Post breakfast, drive towards the Kovalam. Plenty of adventure and sightseeing awaits you around the clear pristine beaches. Visit the famous lighthouse beach, Samudra beach. Afterwards, return to the hotel to enjoy a comfortable overnight stay.

Day 8

Kovalam - Kanyakumari sightseeing

Kovalam - Kanyakumari Sightseeing

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Stay

Dinner

Have a sumptuous breakfast, and start an exciting trip to the coastal city of Kanyakumari which is famous for its breathtaking sunrise. Check-into the hotel and relax. Later, visit with your family to Vivekananda rock memorial. It’s the same rock where the famous Hindu monk Vivekananda received enlightenment. Visit many other sightseeing places. Return to hotel for overnight stay.

Day 9

Departure

Breakfast

Transfers

Enjoy the last breakfast of the trip, and have a safe journey back home with plenty of fond memories.