Alleppey Backwater Kerala Tour With Cochin And Princess Of Hills Munnar And Thekkady
Location: Munnar
Duration: 6 Nights / 7 Days
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Holiday Type: City Break Tours
Interest Type: Kerala Backwaters
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Location: Munnar
Duration: 6 Nights / 7 Days
Holiday Type: City Break Tours
Interest Type: Kerala Backwaters
Package Type:
Cochin :- Kochi (colonial name Cochin) is a vibrant city situated on the south-west coast of the Indian peninsula in the breathtakingly scenic and prosperous state of Kerala, hailed as 'God's Own Country'. Its strategic importance over the centuries is underlined by the sobriquet Queen of the Arabian Sea. Informally, Cochin is also referred to as the Gateway to Kerala. Over the years, Cochin has emerged as the commercial and industrial capital of Kerala and is perhaps the second most important city on the west coast of India (after Mumbai/Bombay). Cochin is proud of its world class port and international airport that link it to many major cities worldwide.
This lovely seaside city is flanked by the Western Ghats on the east and the Arabian Sea on the west. Its proximity to the equator, the sea and the mountains provide a rich experience of a moderate equatorial climate.Kochi is the arguably the ideal starting point for exploring the unfathomable diversity and beauty of Kerala, rated in the top three tourist destinations by the World Travel & Tourism Council and featured in National Geographic Traveller’s '50 greatest places of a lifetime.
Places of Interest :- Backwaters of Kochi , Marine Drive, Fort Kochi, Hill Palace, Mattancherry Palace, Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium , Jewish Synagogue, Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica , Bolgatty Palace , Willingdon Island, Koonankurishu Church, Pallipuram Fort
Munnar :- Munnar is a town and hill station located in the Idukki district of the south western Indian state of Kerala. Munnar is situated at around 1,600 metres (5,200 ft) above sea level in the Western Ghats range of mountains. The name Munnar is believed to mean "three rivers" referring to its location at the confluence of the Mudhirapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundaly rivers. Munnar town is situated on the Kannan Devan Hills village in Devikulam taluk and is the largest panchayat in the Idukki district covering an area of nearly 557 square kilometres (215 sq mi).
Munnar is also known as Kashmir of South India and snuggled in the lap of such an alluring terrain, Munnar is one of the most beautiful hill stations in India and a visit to Kerala is never complete without a visit to Munnar. Rambling tea plantations, rising and falling hills swathe in bright green beauty of flourishing valleys are big attractions for families.
The nearest major railway stations are at Ernakulam and Aluva (approximately 140 kilometres (87 mi) by road).
The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, which is 105 kilometres (65 mi) away.
Places Of Interest :- Mattupetty Dam, Eravikulam National Park, Anamudi Peak, Devikulam, Attukal waterfalls, Photo Point, Nyayamakad, Echo Point, Muniyara Dolmens, Pothemadu Point
Thekkady :- Thekkady is placed at an altitude of 700m above the sea level. Located in the Idukki district of Kerala, Thekkady is a perfect retreat for anyone who loves adventure, fun, wildlife and nature. Nestled between the ever-green and semi-evergreen forests of Western Ghats, Thekkady has so many things to offer for the tourists who visit this place. In the biggest wildlife sanctuary, you can sight Asian elephants, bison, sambar deer, boars, tigers, leopards, wild squirrels, lion tailed monkeys etc.
Ferry boats are arranged by the Kerala Tourism Development Corporation and you can enjoy the wildlife and the surrounding nature while having a ride through the river. The nearest town to Thekkady is Kumily, which is 4 kilometre apart. You can plan a calm walk though this town. This town is also a place for shopping. You can shop here handicrafts, spices and cloths. Thekkady is considered as a heaven for natural spices such as black pepper, cardamom, cinnamon,nutmeg, nutmace, ginger, and clove .
Places Of Interest :- Elephant Junction, Gavi Forest, Periyar Lake, Periyar National Park, Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Mangala Devi Temple
Alleppey :- The name Alappuzha is derived from the geographical position and physical features of the place. It means the land between the sea and network of rivers flowing into it. Alappuzha, also known as Alleppey, is a town in Alappuzha District of Kerala state of southern India. Alleppey is considered to be the oldest planned town in this region and the lighthouse built on the coast of the town is the first of its kind along the Laccadive Sea coast. Alappuzha is situated 62 kilometres (39 mi) to the south of Kochi and 155 kilometres (96 mi) north of Trivandrum.
A town with picturesque canals, backwaters, beaches, and lagoons, it was described as the one of the places known as the "Venice of the East" by Lord Curzon. Malayalam is the most spoken language. Hindi, English and Tamil are also widely spoken in the town. Alappuzha is gifted with immense natural beauty with the Laccadive Sea on its west. The city has a vast network of lakes, lagoons and fresh water rivers. The richness of the coastal Alappuzha waters is expressed annually in the blooming and consequent deposit of a huge quantity of fishes and prawns on the Alappuzha coast called ‘Chakara’.
Alleppey is an important tourist destination in India. The Backwaters of Alleppey are the most popular tourist attraction in Kerala. A houseboat cruise in these backwaters is a delightful experience. Alleppey is also the access point for the annual Nehru Trophy Boat Race, held on the Punnamada Lake, near Alleppey, on the second Saturday of August every year. This is the most competitive and popular of the boat races in India.The mullackal chirap is also one of the attractions of Alleppey which is the festive season held ten colourful days every year in the month of December.
Places Of Interest :- Alappuzha Beach, Laccadive Sea, Ambalappuzha Sri Krishna Temple, Arthunkal Basilica, Mannarasala Temple, Chettikulangara Devi Temple, Haripad Subrahmanya Swamy Temple, Mullakkal Temple,Edathua Church, Alappuzha CSI Christ Church (oldest Anglican church in Kerala) and Champakulam Valia Palli. Krishnapuram Palace also attracts many tourists.
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On arrival at Cochin Airport/Railway Station our representative will take you the hotel and check in the hotel, fresh up at the hotel and proceed to half day local sightseeing tour at Cochin, return back to the hotel in the evening have your dinner at the hotel and spend a comfortable night here. Breakfast for this day is not included in the package so only dinner would be served.
Get up early morning have your breakfast at the hotel and check-out from here and proceed to Munnar, post lunch check-in the hotel and fresh up at the hotel, have half day local sightseeing of Munnar . Return back to the hotel in the evening and have your dinner at the hotel. Spend a comfortable night at the hotel.
Get up early morning have your breakfast at the hotel and then proceed to full day sightseeing of Munnar the princess of hills and nearby areas. Return back to the hotel in the evening, have your dinner at the hotel with bonfire arranged for you and your family.
Get up in the morning on time pack your bags, have your breakfast at the hotel and check-out from the hotel and proceed to your next holiday destination Thekkady. Post lunch check-in the Farm House Resort, fresh up at the Farm take a short rest here and go for half day local sightseeing here. Return back to the Rooms in the evening have your dinner at the Farm and spend a comfortable night here.
Get up in the morning have your breakfast at the farm and proceed to explore Thekkady and Periyar, return back to the Farm in the evening have your dinner at the Farm and spend a comfortable night here.
Get up in the morning on time pack your bags, have your breakfast at the farm and check-out from the farm and proceed to your next holiday destination Alleppey Kerala backwater. Post lunch check-in the hotel, fresh up at the hotel take a short rest here and go for half day local sightseeing here, and you can also enjoy boat ride ( at your own cost). Return back to the hotel in the evening have your dinner at the hotel and spend a comfortable night here.
Get up early in the morning pack your bags have your breakfast at the hotel and now it time to say bye bye to Alleppey. Check–out the hotel and proceed to Cochin Airport/Railway Station, and your trip ends here at cochin with lots of sweet memories.