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Duration : 09 Nights / 10 Days
This itinerary covers the following destinations : Cochin - Munnar - Kodaikanal - Madurai - Thekkady - Trivandrum – Kovalam – Trivandrum.
Day
1 : Reach Cochin
Reach Cochin - This city, with one of the finest Natural harbours in the World, has been Kerala’s center of trade for innumerable centuries. With its beautiful setting on a cluster of islands, narrow peninsulas and a long history.
Immigration / customs.
Welcome with a Personalized banner and flower Garlands, Transfer to the hotel in an air-conditioned Coach.
Day 2 : Cochin
Cochin has one of the oldest churches in India, 500 years old Portuguese houses, cantilevered Chinese fishing nets, the historical Palace,built by the Portuguese, Jewtown, complete with an immaculately preserved synagogues.
Also visit the Mattancherry Palace, built by the Portuguese. Most important are the astonishing Murals, depicting scenes from the Ramayana, Mahabaratha and puranic legends connected with Shiva, Vishnu, Krishna Kumara and Durga. These beautiful murals rarely seem to be mentioned, although they are one of the wonders of India.
Day
3 : Cochin - Munnar Surface 4 hrs.
Proceed for Munnar which is located at the Idukki district of Kerala State in India. The word "Munnar" means three mountain streams (Madurapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala) are joining together here.
During the British rule in India, Munnar was the summer resort of the Government officials. There are about 30 tea plantations in and around Munnar. The tea estates, hills, lakes and forests inside Munnar range exposes it's beauty. The Munnar hills are covered with tea plants which give it a serene look. Later in the afternoon explore Munnar and the tea estates.
Day 4 : Munnar – Kodaikanal
Travelling time : 4 hrs
Proceed to Kodaikanal: The Prettiest Hill Station in South India. The Little Town is set around a star shaped lake. Green Wooded Hills, Scenic Walks and Waterfalls make it a beautiful summer retreat at an altitude of 2100 m. Later visit Kodaikanal Lake, Coaker's Walk, Astrophysical Observatory, Fairy Falls, Kurinji Andavar Temple. Later relax amidst the scenic surroundings.
Day 5 : Kodaikanal – Madurai
Travelling time : 4 hrs
Morning at leisure. Afternoon depart for Madurai which is Tamil Nadu's most happening cultural arena. Today, Madurai is the thriving pulse of Tamil Nadu industrial growth. Truly, we believe that the Gods are here to stay! Situated on the banks of river Vaigai, Madurai is the second largest city of Tamil Nadu, a southern state in India. Madurai is more than 2,500 years old and has a rich cultural heritage and history. Madurai was an important cultural and commercial centre even as early as 550 AD. Madurai was the capital city for the great Pandya kings.
Day
6 : Madurai
The next Morning, visit the Meenakshi Temple which is Madurai's greatest landmark. The temple is an excellent example of Dravidian architecture, with gopurams covered from top to bottom, in a profusion of multi coloured images of gods, goddesses, animals and mythical figures. It has many beautiful mandapms, the most outstanding being the hall of thousand pillars with images of gods, goddesses and men represented in this exuberant display of Dravidian sculpture. It is the most alive temple of India.
Thereafter, visit Shiva temple, the musical pillars and the Palace of Tirumala Nayak, which is an example of the architectural mastery of the Nayaks - a blend of Hindu and Saracen architecture. In the evening visit the Meenakshi temple to attend a special ceremony with melodious music when lord Sundarasvehvara, goes to rest beside goddess Meenakshi.
Day 7 : Madurai – Thekkady
Travelling time : 3 hrs
Proceed for Thekkady or Periyar National Park set high in the ranges of the Western Ghats in Kerala. Arrive and check in to the hotel. In the afternoon we set out to discover the park. wild Animals found here include elephant, sambar, gaur and wild boars and birds like ibis and grey heron.
Day
8 : Thekkady – Trivandrum – Kovalam
Trivandrum, the capital of the state of Kerala, is a beautiful seaside city built on seven hills. The capital of the state of Kerala is a beautiful seaside city built on seven hills. The famous Sri Padmanabha Swami Temple is dedicated to Vishnu and is a landmark in the city. Once you reach, check into the hotel.
Later in the afternoon visit Zoological Gardens : One among the best designed in Asia, set among woodland, lakes, and well maintained lawns.
Padmanabhapuram Palace : The palace is superbly constructed of local teak and granite, and stands within massive stone town walls. The architecture is exquisite, with rosewood ceilings carved in floral patterns, windows laid with jewel floral patterns, windows laid with jewel coloured mica, and floors finished to a high polish with a special compound of crushed shells, coconuts egg white and the juice of local plants. Continue your journey to Kovalam – sandy beaches, the cool breeze that silently ruffles the coconut lagoons, the lush waves that extend an embracing welcome and the silence that magnifies the zenith of a cool wave - the beach sands of Kovalam, the exotic beach resort down Kerala that has its history blended into the warm sands of time. There are stories of valour, love and suffering wanting to be told in the backyards of history.
Day
9 : Kovalam
Enjoy a lazy day at the beach. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 10 : Kovalam - Trivandrum
Transfer to the Trivandrum airport for a homebound flight.
Note:- Price on Demand
God's own country - Kerala
Duration : 09 Nights / 10 Days
This itinerary covers the following destinations : Cochin - Munnar - Kodaikanal - Madurai - Thekkady - Trivandrum – Kovalam – Trivandrum.
Day
1 : Reach Cochin Reach Cochin - This city, with one of the finest Natural harbours in the World, has been Kerala’s center of trade for innumerable centuries. With its beautiful setting on a cluster of islands, narrow peninsulas and a long history.
Immigration / customs.
Welcome with a Personalized banner and flower Garlands, Transfer to the hotel in an air-conditioned Coach.
Day 2 : Cochin
Cochin has one of the oldest churches in India, 500 years old Portuguese houses, cantilevered Chinese fishing nets, the historical Palace,built by the Portuguese, Jewtown, complete with an immaculately preserved synagogues.
Also visit the Mattancherry Palace, built by the Portuguese. Most important are the astonishing Murals, depicting scenes from the Ramayana, Mahabaratha and puranic legends connected with Shiva, Vishnu, Krishna Kumara and Durga. These beautiful murals rarely seem to be mentioned, although they are one of the wonders of India.
Day
3 : Cochin - Munnar Surface 4 hrs. Proceed for Munnar which is located at the Idukki district of Kerala State in India. The word "Munnar" means three mountain streams (Madurapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala) are joining together here.
During the British rule in India, Munnar was the summer resort of the Government officials. There are about 30 tea plantations in and around Munnar. The tea estates, hills, lakes and forests inside Munnar range exposes it's beauty. The Munnar hills are covered with tea plants which give it a serene look. Later in the afternoon explore Munnar and the tea estates.
Day 4 : Munnar – Kodaikanal
Travelling time : 4 hrs
Proceed to Kodaikanal: The Prettiest Hill Station in South India. The Little Town is set around a star shaped lake. Green Wooded Hills, Scenic Walks and Waterfalls make it a beautiful summer retreat at an altitude of 2100 m. Later visit Kodaikanal Lake, Coaker's Walk, Astrophysical Observatory, Fairy Falls, Kurinji Andavar Temple. Later relax amidst the scenic surroundings.
Day 5 : Kodaikanal – Madurai
Travelling time : 4 hrs
Morning at leisure. Afternoon depart for Madurai which is Tamil Nadu's most happening cultural arena. Today, Madurai is the thriving pulse of Tamil Nadu industrial growth. Truly, we believe that the Gods are here to stay! Situated on the banks of river Vaigai, Madurai is the second largest city of Tamil Nadu, a southern state in India. Madurai is more than 2,500 years old and has a rich cultural heritage and history. Madurai was an important cultural and commercial centre even as early as 550 AD. Madurai was the capital city for the great Pandya kings.
Day
6 : Madurai The next Morning, visit the Meenakshi Temple which is Madurai's greatest landmark. The temple is an excellent example of Dravidian architecture, with gopurams covered from top to bottom, in a profusion of multi coloured images of gods, goddesses, animals and mythical figures. It has many beautiful mandapms, the most outstanding being the hall of thousand pillars with images of gods, goddesses and men represented in this exuberant display of Dravidian sculpture. It is the most alive temple of India.
Thereafter, visit Shiva temple, the musical pillars and the Palace of Tirumala Nayak, which is an example of the architectural mastery of the Nayaks - a blend of Hindu and Saracen architecture. In the evening visit the Meenakshi temple to attend a special ceremony with melodious music when lord Sundarasvehvara, goes to rest beside goddess Meenakshi.
Day 7 : Madurai – Thekkady
Travelling time : 3 hrs
Proceed for Thekkady or Periyar National Park set high in the ranges of the Western Ghats in Kerala. Arrive and check in to the hotel. In the afternoon we set out to discover the park. wild Animals found here include elephant, sambar, gaur and wild boars and birds like ibis and grey heron.
Day
8 : Thekkady – Trivandrum – Kovalam Trivandrum, the capital of the state of Kerala, is a beautiful seaside city built on seven hills. The capital of the state of Kerala is a beautiful seaside city built on seven hills. The famous Sri Padmanabha Swami Temple is dedicated to Vishnu and is a landmark in the city. Once you reach, check into the hotel.
Later in the afternoon visit Zoological Gardens : One among the best designed in Asia, set among woodland, lakes, and well maintained lawns.
Padmanabhapuram Palace : The palace is superbly constructed of local teak and granite, and stands within massive stone town walls. The architecture is exquisite, with rosewood ceilings carved in floral patterns, windows laid with jewel floral patterns, windows laid with jewel coloured mica, and floors finished to a high polish with a special compound of crushed shells, coconuts egg white and the juice of local plants. Continue your journey to Kovalam – sandy beaches, the cool breeze that silently ruffles the coconut lagoons, the lush waves that extend an embracing welcome and the silence that magnifies the zenith of a cool wave - the beach sands of Kovalam, the exotic beach resort down Kerala that has its history blended into the warm sands of time. There are stories of valour, love and suffering wanting to be told in the backyards of history.
Day
9 : KovalamEnjoy a lazy day at the beach. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 10 : Kovalam - Trivandrum
Transfer to the Trivandrum airport for a homebound flight.
Note:- Price on Demand
