Spice Country Panorama
Munnar, India
Tour Type:
Honeymoon, Adventure, Family, Hill Station, Weekend
Durations
5 D | 4 N
Starting City
Cochin
Overview
Munnar literally means the land of 3 rivers, colloquially mun means three and aarmeans rivers. It is a small hilly town, with the 3 rivers converging. The town is famous for both flora and fauna and is town has shades of colonial influence. After enjoying Munnar drive down to the plains and get to see Thekkady and exotic backwaters of Alleppey also famous for its houseboats. Cochin is a port city & has ship building yard & is a Naval Base as well.
Itinerary
We have carefully planned out each day to give you the best possible experience. From exploring historic landmarks to tasting delicious local cuisine, each day is packed with adventure and excitement. Join us as we take you on a journey through some of the most fascinating destinations in the world.
Pick up from Cochin Airport/ Ernakulum Railway Station and drive to Munnar - is a quaint hill station perched on the slopes of Western Ghats. It is both charming and old fashioned, with colonial style buildings existing with modern structures. Stop at Cheeyapara waterfalls en-route. Munnar is indeed a photographer’s delight. Overnight stay.
Hotel:
Abad Copper Castle
Kannan Devan Hills Munnar Kerala Kannan Devan Hills
Meals at hotel :
CP
After breakfast, proceed on a full day tour of Munnar attractions. The Horticultural Garden, Photo point, Mattupetty Dam and Kundala Dam are all located on the route to Top Station. Kundala Dam is known for the Arch type architecture. Echo point on the lower slopes of the region is a picturesque spot where you would find your voice echoing and thus derives the name Echo Point. All the above places are well worth a visit. With tourist having a flair for culture - they can spend their time in the evening at the Punarjani, Traditional village (Optional activity), where they get to see a piece of Kerala culture in the form of Kathakali Dance and Kalaripattu - a form of ancient martial arts, a visual treat to the eyes. Overnight stay.
Hotel:
Abad Copper Castle
Kannan Devan Hills Munnar Kerala Kannan Devan Hills
Meals at hotel :
CP
Morning breakfast, check out and drive to Thekkady - The very sound of the word Thekkady conjures up images of elephants, unending chains of hills and spice scented plantations. Enroute to Thekkady visit to Powerhouse Waterfalls-cascades down a steep rock 200m above sea level. On arrival check into the resort/hotel. Lunch and relax. Later on, visit to The Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary - situated on the banks of the Periyar Lake - an artificial lake, at Thekkady. Return to resort/hotel, dinner and overnight
Hotel:
Wood N Spice
Meals at hotel :
CP
After breakfast, from the mountains to the plains drive down the countryside and get a glimpse of the picturesque countryside. Set out on an enchanting backwater cruise in a traditional Kerala houseboat. While cruising in the houseboat enjoy the scenes of the countryside - skim past bowed down paddy fields, duck farms, and indigenous dykes to see paddy cultivation in fields, situated below the sea level! And tree-lined and coconut palms swaying majestically on the banks are a real treat to the eyes. Overnight stay at houseboat with all meals
Hotel:
Aqua Holidays
Meals at hotel :
AP
After breakfast, check out from the houseboat and return to Cochin. Places prior to reaching the airport/train station will include a visit to Fort Kochi and Mattancheryy to taste a piece of the ancient civilization of the 15 and 16th centuries. Thereafter, get dropped to board a train/flight for onward destination, feeling contended of a holiday you enjoyed in Kerala with a lasting impression of a lifetime. The tour ends here.
Sight Seeing :
Fort Kochi, Kochi, Kerala, India / Mattenchary Palace
Inclusions
- Accommodation on twin / triple sharing basis with breakfast and taxes.
- Transportation by Ac Car / Coach including sightseeing as per the itinerary.
- Driver Allowance, parking, toll & interstate taxes.
- 5% GST.
Exclusions
- Entrance fees.
- Personal Expenses such as Laundry, telephone calls, tips & gratuity, Bottled water, soft & hard drinks, and Adventure Activities.
- Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in the itinerary.
- Any cost arising due to natural calamities like, landslides, road blockage, political disturbances (strikes), etc (to be borne by the client, which is directly payable on the spot).
- Any increase in taxes or fuel price, leading to increase in cost on surface transportation & land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure.
