Uncover South India
Cochin - Munnar - Thekkady - Kumarakom - Alleppey - Kovalam - Kanyakumari
12 Days, 11 Nights - $1,110pp
OverviewExplore the mystical lands of Kerala known as “God’s Own Country”, where the backwaters hold everyone captive with their alluring silence. Indulge in its vibrant culture with a city tour followed by a colorful performing art – Kathakali Dance. Explore Eravikulam National Park, home to various elusive and endangered species, visit Thekkady - home to the country’s largest Tiger Reserve. |
Highlights
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Discover God's Own Country Tour
Day 01: Depart Home Country
Begin your adventure departing your home country heading to Cochin, Kerala on the Uncover South India.
Overnight on board
Overnight on board
Day 02: Arrival Cochin, Kerala
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Welcome! Upon arrival at Cochin International Airport, you will be met by your tour leader and our local representative, who will provide a welcome and assist with transfer to your hotel.
Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure. Overnight in Cochin |
Cochin
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Day 03: Cochin - Munnar
Munnar
Kathakali Dance
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After breakfast, check out and commence your city tour covering Mattanchery Palace - gifted to the king of Cochin, by Portuguese in 1555, about 500-year-old Jewish Synagogue, Chinese fishing nets, local spices market followed by colourful performing art – Kathakali Dance.
You will then be transferred to Munnar - derived its name from the confluence of the three rivers around which the town grew. It offers beautiful vistas, cardamom and spice plantations, aromatic oil factories, sights of several endangered species and the purple blue of the Neelakurinji flowers that bloom every 12 years. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel and spend evening at leisure. Overnight in Munnar | Meals: Breakfast |
Day 04: Munnar
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Explore Eravikulam National Park, home to various endangered species. It is a great place to enjoy trekking and offers mind-blowing views of the tea plantations.
Later, proceed towards Tea Museum (closed on Monday), which gives an insight to the history of tea plantations of this region. Later visit Mattupetty Dam, Eco Point and Flower Garden. Overnight in Munnar | Meals: Breakfast |
Eravikulam National Park
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Day 05: Munnar - Thekkady
Periyar National Park
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After breakfast, drive to Thekkady (Periyar) and on arrival check-in at the hotel.
Enjoy a full day 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. You can spot playful elephants and other wildlife. Overnight in Thekkady | Meals: Breakfast |
Day 06: Thekkady - Kumarakom
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After breakfast, check-out from the houseboat and proceed to Kumarakom - a charming emerald peninsula jutting into the picturesque Vembanad Lake dotted with innumerable traditional country rafts, boats, and canoes. The fresh water of the lake flows into the mainland, making a labyrinth of lagoons, canals, and waterways.
Spend the rest of the day at beautiful resort of Kumarakom. Overnight in Kumarakom | Meals: Breakfast |
Houseboat
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Day 07: Kumarakom
Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
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Today, enjoy your visit to Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary- An ornithologist's paradise, the sanctuary is spread across 14 acres.
Also, you may want to indulge yourself with some Ayurveda treatments in your hotel. Ayurveda is the ancient healing system of India and has been practiced continuously for over 5,000 years. The various treatments are individually prescribed and involve the use of medicated herbal oils, herbs, powders, and poultices & natural ingredients. Overnight in Kumarakom | Meals: Breakfast |
Day 08: Kumarakom - Alleppey
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After breakfast, drive to Alleppey and board your houseboat on arrival.
Alleppey, "Venice of the East" has a large network of backwater canals that meander through the town, surrounding villages and Vembanad Lake. Cruise through the beautiful and scenic backwaters of Kerela, while you stay in the houseboat. Overnight in Alleppey | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
Vembanad Lake
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Day 09: Alleppey - Kovalam
Kovalam
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After breakfast, drive towards south of Kerala, Kovalam - located close to the state capital Trivandrum, it is internationally famed for its palm-fringed beaches and rejuvenating centers.
This coastal town initially came to notice with the construction of Halcyon Castle by the last Maharani of Travancore - Sethu Lakshmi Bayi. Upon arrival, check-in at hotel and spend rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Kovalam | Meals: Breakfast |
Day 10: Kovalam
After breakfast, explore highlights of Kovalam - covering lighthouse, Vellayani Lake and Valiyathura Pier. In the afternoon, enjoy a half-day sightseeing trip of Trivandrum.
Visit the Napier Museum, built in the 19th century. This Indo - Saracenic structure houses a rare collection of archaeological and historic artifacts.
Located near the Museum, the Shree Chitra Kala Art Gallery displays select paintings of Raja Ravi Varma, Svetlova and many other artists.
Visit the Kuthiramalika Palace, built by the King of Travancore.
Overnight in Kovalam | Meals: Breakfast
Visit the Napier Museum, built in the 19th century. This Indo - Saracenic structure houses a rare collection of archaeological and historic artifacts.
Located near the Museum, the Shree Chitra Kala Art Gallery displays select paintings of Raja Ravi Varma, Svetlova and many other artists.
Visit the Kuthiramalika Palace, built by the King of Travancore.
Overnight in Kovalam | Meals: Breakfast
Day 11: Kovalam - Kanyakumari
Kovalam lighthouse
kanyakumari temple
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Today, enjoy a full day excursion to Kanyakumari. Kanyakumari is the southernmost point of peninsular India and the meeting point of three oceans-the Bay of Bengal, the Arabian Sea, and the Indian Ocean. The multi-coloured sand is a unique feature of the beach here.
Visit the Kumari Amman or the Kanyakumari Temple, located on the shore. It is dedicated to a manifestation of Parvati. Swami Vivekananda is said to have sat in deep meditation here. Visit the famous Vivekananda Rock Memorial built in 1970. 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 in Kanyakumari | Meals: Breakfast |
Day 12: Trivandrum - Arrival In Home Country
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Trivandrum airport for return flight back home. Take back treasured memories of your visit to Kerala. It has been a genuine trip of a lifetime!
Meals: Breakfast
Meals: Breakfast
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Tour Includes
10 Nights accommodation
Daily Buffet Breakfast, 1 Lunch and 1 Dinner Excursions and transfers as described with local, English speaking guides Entrance fees Tour Excludes
Personal expenses & tips Extras in the hotels Optional activities Kathakali Dance Entry fee at monuments / during sightseeing |
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