DAY 1:- PICK UP FROM KOCHI AND PROCEEDING TO MUNNAR (4.6 KM/03HRS 09 MINS)

Pick up from Cochin International Airport and Proceeding to Munnar.

Tea plantation: Perched at several feet over the sea level and boasting of misty skies above and green carpeted fields below, these splendid Tea gardens in Munnar are a must-visit for every traveller. Sprawling over vast acres of lands, the umpteen tea plantations are sure to lure you with their bewitching beauty and charm.

Eco point: Photography at Echo Point Located at an altitude of 600 ft. and at a distance of about 15 kilometres from Munnar, Echo Point is situated right in the lap of a quaint lake and misty hills covered with lush green trees. As the name suggests, this place is well known for its enthralling illustration of the phenomenon of echoing. As you scream, it is fun to hear your voice reverberate around the attraction.

Cheeyappara Waterfalls: Situated close to Valara Falls is another beautiful waterfall known as Cheeyappara Waterfalls. These falls serves as a major attraction of the region cascading over seven steps. One can easily reach the place by a bus, taxi or auto rickshaw.

Spice Plantations: Kerala is known for its spice plantations. Consider stopping at one of the spice gardens along the way to Munnar. You can take a guided tour to learn about various spices and how they are grown.

Overnight stay at hotel

DAY 2:- MUNNAR SIGHTSEEING 

Mattupetty Dam: Boating at Mattupetty DamMattupetty Dam, situated 13 km off Munnar at 1700m above the sea level, is highly famous for the Indo-Swiss live stock projects. This picnic spot is also popular among its visitors for various activities like speed boating and horse riding.

Rose Garden: The Rose Gardens of Munnar is spread over 2 acres of land, is an excellent stretch that is brimming with a variety of plants, including spices, crops like cardamom and vanilla, and a variety of other fruit trees. These agricultural plantations exude mesmerising and wonderful aromas, which make your stay at the gardens a rewarding experience. 

Photo Point: Photo Point is located on the way to the Madupetty Dam. It is a picturesque site perched atop the low rolling slopes and undulating plains of Nilgiris in Munnar. In the backdrop of the stretches of tea gardens, this point serves as an excellent photographic opportunity.

Blossom Park: Spread across a lush expanse of 18 acres, Blossom Park is famous for its activities such as water cycling, boating and skating. It is covered with a wide variety of flora and has romantic little provisions of tree houses and ropeways. It is located at a mere distance of 3 km from Munnar. 

The Jeep safari: Jeep safari in Munnar takes visitors through the many attractions of Munnar including its sprawling plantations forests and valleys, providing glimpses of the region’s diverse flora and fauna. Kolukkumalai a picturesque hamlet is one of the attractions explored on the safari; it is known for its Tea Trail and for its views of the magnificent mountains. One can also get down to see the famous Tea Factory.

Overnight stay at hotel

DAY 3:- CHECKOUT FROM HOTEL AND PROCEEDING TO ALLEPPEY (162.4 KM/04HRS 35 MINS)

Alappuzha beach: The Alappuzha beach, also known as the Alleppey Beach, is famous for local getaways, its intrinsic beauty and a 150 years old pier which stretches into the sea. Relaxing under the palm groves and picnicking beside the beach are fantastic options available to those visiting the beach. 

Alleppey lighthouse: Known for its breathtaking 360-degree views, the Alappuzha Lighthouse (Alleppey lighthouse) is an old-world charm. It is 4 km away from the main town lying on the sea bridge facing the Arabian sea coast. The 1862 lighthouse has a museum that preserves old equipment like oil lamps and items that testify to its 150-year-old journey.

Overnight stay at houseboat

DAY 4:- CHECKOUT FROM ALLEPPEY HOUSEBOAT AND PROCEEDING TO KOCHI (53.0KM/01HRS 20 MIN)

Lying on the Malabar coast in the southwest of India, Kochi or Cochin is a port city with a trading history that dates back to at least 600 years. Known popularly as the Queen of the Arabian Sea, the city is also Kerala's financial, commercial, and industrial capital. Exuding an old-world charm with diverse linguistics, such as the Jews, Konkinis, Gujaratis, and ethnic communities like the anglo-indians, Kochi has an indiscriminate mix of backwaters, beaches, islands, coasts, and plain terrains.

Fort Kochi: Fort Kochi is a seaside town in the south-western part of Main Kochi, which is known for its historical fortifications and ruins of old palatial buildings from the Portuguese or Dutch colonial era. Fort Kochi is dotted with European structures, churches and other architectural buildings which take you right back to a different era back in time.

Mattancherry Palace: The Mattancherry Palace is a Portuguese palace popularly known as the Dutch Palace. It is now a museum displaying paraphernalia belonging to the rajas of Kochi. The four separate wings of the Mattancherry Palace surround a central courtyard which has a temple as well.

Santa Cruz lBasilica: The Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica is located at Fort Kochi and is one of the eight Basilicas in India. Famous for its gothic style architecture and portuguese interiors, the church is the second cathedral built by the Portuguese. Located on K.B. Jacob Road in Fort Kochi, this beautiful Roman Catholic Church serves as the cathedral church of the Diocese of Kochi.

St. Francis Church: St. Francis Church in Kochi, which finely exhibits Portuguese architecture, is believed to be one of a kind amongst all the European churches which were constructed in India. It was constructed in the 15th century by the Portuguese traders. Vasco-da-Gama, the famous explorer, was buried in this church when he died in 1524, on his third visit to India. His remains were moved to Lisbon after fourteen years but his gravestone is still present in the church.

Cochin Airport Drop