Day 01: Delhi/Mumbai - Trivendrum - Poovar
You will be picked up from the Thiruvananthapuram airport / railway station and then proceed to Poovar Island Resort. Upon arrival you will be transferred to this beautiful backwater resort. Evening will be at your leisure.
Day 02: Poovar
Here you will get to enjoy a bit of the seaside, the riverside and the back waterside all in one go. Poovar's apparently been around for a while. According to some, it is the Biblical Ophira from where King Solomon's ships had carried all those exotic eastern stuff way back in 1500 B. C.
But for the past many decades, the place had remained the quiet home of some reclusive locals, till an engineer created some floating cottages in the island resort, & Poovar driftes into your consciousness. You can enjoy each and every bit of this tiny island.
Overnight stay at a resort.
Day 03: Poovar - Kollam
We move from Poovar towards Kollam to quench the thirst for the beauty of the backwaters. The next is the cruise from Kollam to Kumarakom, in a house boat. The house boat carry furnished bedrooms, modern toilets, cozy living rooms, a kitchen and even a balcony for angling. These house boat will have a private sit-out. Sections of the curved roof of wood or plaited palm open out to provide shade and allow uninterrupted views. These house boat are all the rage among the discerning travellers to Kerala. These huge high powered and tapering barges were traditionally used to cargo tonnes of goods across kingdoms, with a portion covered with bamboo and coir serving as a restroom and kitched for the crew.
Day 04: Kollam - Kumarakom
Taking a ride through the backwaters in Kerala is an unavoidable choice. At Kumarakom, which is called the backwater country, you are off to explore the splendid spectacle of the town on the shores of the enchanting Vembanad Lake.
Stay in the House boat. Stay at Kumarakom
Day 05: Kumarakom - Mararikulam
From Kumarakom we move across to the Marari beach. Mararikulam is one of the picturesque fishing villages that dot the lovely coastline of Kerala. This private, shallow beach is fringed with unending lines of coconut plams. The nature sets a good atmosphere for swimming. You shall also enjoy a truly refreshing ayurvedic massage at the beach resort.
Stay at a resort
Day 06: Mararikumalam - Thekkady
This morning, we set ourselves to enjoy the beautiful mountain peaks of Kerala, Thekkady. The very sound of the word Thekkady conjures up images of elephants, unending chains of hills and spice scented plantations. Ride accross the Periyar forest of Thekkady, which is one of the finest wildlife reserves in India.
Stay at a resort.
Day 07: Thekkady
We continue our lake cruise between the hills and forests where you will find herds of elephants within calling distance of the boat. Experience the picturesque plantations and hill towns that hold great opportunities for treks and mountain walks. After site seeing you will have your dinner.
Night stay at a hotel.
Day 08: Thekkady - Munnar
After enjoying the thick lush green forests of Thekkady, we move to Munnar. Munnar is located in the eastern part of the state of Kerala, in the southern region of India, amongst the craggy hills of the Western Ghats.
Stay at a resort.
Day 09: Munnar
A day wholly set-aside for you to enjoy the green surroundings, fresh water lakes, reservoirs, forests and tea estates. An environment that attract the traveler to relax in the lap of mother nature. A destination for adventure-seeking traveler, interested in paragliding.
Stay at a resort.
Day 10: Munnar - Cochin
From Munnar we move to Cochin, The Queen of Arabian sea. A leisurely walk through the city is the best way to discover historic Fort Kochi. The town was shaped by the Portuguese, the Dutch and later the British. The result of these cultural influences is seen in many aspects.
Stay at a hotel.
Day 11: Cochin
This day is set aside for visiting the boundless destinations of the land. We have at our cards, spots like : St. Francis Church: Built in 1503 by Portuguese Francis Canfriars, this is India's oldest European church., Vasco House: Believed to have been the residence of Vasco da Gama, this is one of the oldest Portuguese residences in Fort Kochi. Bastion Bungalow: Built in the Indo-European style way back in 1667. The Dutch Cemetery, Dutch Palace, Synagogue, Willingdon Island.
Night stay at a hotel.
Day 12: Cochin - Departure
Departure from Cochin International Airport / Railway station.
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