Kerala Grand Tour – Munnar, Thekkady, Kumarakom, Kovalam & Kanyakumari 8D/7N

Arrive at Kochi Airport and you would be transferred to your hotel. Freshen up and proceed for Kochi sightseeing. Visit Fort Kochi and Mattancherry island, which consists of Jewish Synagogue, Mattancherry Palace also known as Dutch Palace, Famous Chinese Fishing nets, St. Francis church and many more historic sites. Evening at leisure. Overnight at Kochi.

After breakfast, proceed to Munnar. Enroute visit Abhayaranyam where rehabilitating elephants are taken care of. Overnight in Munnar.

After breakfast, explore Eravikulam National Park and Tea Museum. Later visit Mattupetty Dam, Eco Point and Flower Garden. Overnight in Munnar.

After breakfast, drive to Thekkady (Periyar). Post check-in, proceed for sightseeing tour of Periyar. Set high in the ranges of the Western Ghats in Kerala, is the Periyar National Park and Tiger Reserve. Periyar wildlife sanctuary has a picturesque lake at the heart of the sanctuary. Enjoy a boat ride on the lake to view the wildlife at close quarters. Later, take a spice plantation tour. Overnight in Thekkady.

After breakfast get transferred to Kumarakom. The fresh water of the lake flows into the mainland, making a labyrinth of lagoons, canals and waterways. Spend the rest of the day exploring your beautiful resort of Kumarakom. Overnight at Kumarakom.

This morning you experience Aymanam Village life of Kumarakom OR you can opt to proceed Jatayu Earth Centre for adventure activities (Anyone). Later drive towards, Kovalam which is internationally famed for its palm-fringed beaches and rejuvenating centers. Upon arrival, check in at hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Kovalam. Aymanam village -The best things to do here would be taking a stroll through the natural setting, exploring the beauty of the village, and getting to know the locals of the region and their customs and traditions. This village visit includes, Interaction with Kathakali Master, Canoe Ride, Temple Visit, Traditional Kerala Lunch (subject to availability) and English-Speaking Guide. OR Jatayu Earth’s Center - which is located at Chatayamangalam. It has the World’s Largest Bird Sculpture, Swiss made Cable Car Ride, Rock Adventure Activities, Heli Ride, Zip Line.

Today, enjoy a full day excursion to Kanyakumari. Kanyakumari is the meeting point of three oceans-the Bay of Bengal, the Arabian Sea and the Indian Ocean. Visit the Kumari Amman or the Kanyakumari Temple, located on the shore. Visit the famous Vivekananda Rock Memorial. Also visit the Gandhi Memorial, built on the spot where the urn containing the Mahatma's ashes was kept for public viewing before immersion. Overnight at Kovalam.

After breakfast, enjoy a half-day sightseeing trip of Trivandrum. Visit the Napier Museum, the Shree Chitra Kala Art Gallery and the Kuthiramalika Palace. You will be transferred to Trivandrum airport/railway station for return back home.