On arrival at Kochi Airport meet and transfer to Munnar, the most beautiful hill station on the Western Ghats at about 1600 meters above sea level. Continue to Munnar. The town is situated at the confluence of the three mountains streams Mudrapuza, Nallathanni and Kundala. There are lakes, reservoirs, forests and several tea estates. Eravikulam National Park is 30 Kms from Munnar. Munnar was the summer resort of British govt. in south. On arrival check-in at hotel for 02 nights. Rest of the day free to relax or for own activities. Overnight at T & U Leisure Hotels.
Famous for its tea gardens with nearly 55,000 acres of plantation tea, Munnar looks like a lavish green carpet on earth. Places to visit at Munnar tea gardens include:
Have an interesting visit to the local market before retiring overnight at the T & U LEISURE HOTEL.
After breakfast, drive to Thekkady. The drive Munnar to periyar will be an unforgettable experience through the cardamom hills and by the valleys and hills. This will be one of the best drive you have during this tour. The very sound of the word Thekkady conjures up images of elephants, unending chains of hills and spice scented plantations. In the Periyar forest of Thekkady is one of the finest wildlife reserves in India, and spread across the entire district are picturesque plantations and hill towns that hold great opportunities for treks and mountain walks. On arrival check-in to hotel for 01 night. Evening go for a 2 hours boat cruise in the lake to watch wild animals. Overnight at HOTEL TREE TOP.
After breakfast, drive to Kumarkom, one of the most beautiful backwater site in this state. Later arrive at Kumarakom, one of the most beautiful backwater site in this state. On arrival check-in at backwater resort, for 01 night. Kumarakom is a paradise of mangrove forests, emerald green paddy fields and coconut groves interspersed with enchanting waterways and canals adorned with white lilies. Situated on the Vembanad Lake, in this small water world you'll come across plenty of traditional country crafts, boats and canoes which will take you into the heart of the scenic lake. Rest of the day free to relax. Overnight at KALATHIL BACKWATER RESORT.
Morning after breakfast, check out from the resort and drive to Kochi airport for departure. If time permits you can do a short orientation trip of Kochi to view St. Francis church, Mattancherry palace, Jewish synagogue and Chinese fishing nets.
Validity: 1st Oct 2013 to 31st Mar 2014 (Season)*
* Peak season ( 20th Dec 2013 to 15th Jan 2014) Rs.
Cochin Airport – Cochin
01 hour 30 Minutes
Cochin – Munnar
04 hours
Munnar – Periyar
04 hours
Periyar – Kumarakom
04 hours
Kumarakom – Cochin
02 hours