God's Own Country 'Kerala'

In the morning, the private car will pick-up from Kochi International Airport and head straight to Munnar. The rolling hills around Munnar, South India's largest tea-growing region, are carpeted in emerald-green tea plantations, contoured, clipped, and sculpted like ornamental hedges.

Reach Munnar by evening. Check-in at the hotel on arrival. In the evening head out to see Kalaripayattu Show. Kalaripayattu is an ancient Indian martial art, which originated as a style in Kerala. Dinner & overnight stay at hotel in Munnar.

Meals: Dinner

Hotel: Mistletoe Munnar (upscale homestay)

In the morning head out for a guided soft trek tour. It will be around 3-hours trekking tour covering around 9 km of walk through tea-plantations, grasslands and rocks. A small back pack with some sun cream is advisable. You may also wish to bring a sun hat. Enjoy a nice home-made breakfast during the tour. Then visit Munnar Tea Museum. The tea museum preserves the aspects on the genesis and growth of tea plantations in Kerala's mountain region of the Western Ghats. Afterwards visit spice plantation. The spice plantation in Munnar is one of the major spice plantations in Kerala. The spice plantations are captivating farms to wander in, since different spices are cultivated in different sections of each plantation. Then go for a Jeep ride tour, enjoy the ride to Mankulam and Anakulam villages surrounded by tea gardens and dense forest. On this ride you will get a chance to see high altitude tea gardens, waterfalls, tribal areas, wild elephants and organic villages. Reach back at the hotel by evening. Dinner & overnight stay will be at hotel in Munnar.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Hotel: Mistletoe Munnar (upscale homestay)

After breakfast check-out from hotel & head towards Periyar. The very sound of the word Thekkady conjures up images of elephants, unending chains of hills and spice scented plantations. The Periyar forests of Thekkady is one of the finest wildlife reserves in India. Spread across the entire district are picturesque plantations and hill towns that hold great opportunities for treks and mountain walks.

Reach by Periyar by afternoon and check-in at the hotel on arrival. In the evening head out to see Kathakali Show. Kathakali is very famous form of Indian Classical Dance. Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel in Periyar (Thekkady).

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Hotel: Peppervine Thekkady (4-star hotel)

Early in the morning, set out for a half-day guided jungle walk tour and Bamboo rafting at Periyar National Park. This activity takes close to 6 hrs. The wildlife sanctuary is also famous for its tiger reserve and elephant reserve. Visiting the sanctuary will be like exploring the nature around, enjoying the pristine and peaceful atmosphere around and getting relaxed from your busy schedules. There are bright chances to spot the elephant herd in the jungle while you are walking through the trails.

Reach back to the hotel by noon. 

In the noon check-out from the hotel and head towards Kollam, the southern approach to Kerala’s backwaters, surrounded by the calm waterways of Ashtamudi Lake, fringed with coconut palms, cashew plantations and traditional villages – a great place to get a feel for the backwaters without the crowds. A treasure trove of natural wonders and historical edifices, Kollam is an enchanting town with backwaters and picturesque landscapes.

Reach Kollam by evening. Check-in at the hotel on arrival. Evening is at your leisure. Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Kollam.

Meals: Breakfast

Hotel: Fragrant Nature Kollam (4-star lakefront resort)

After breakfast head out for half-day trip to Varkala Beach. Varkala is an amazing place where you see sea coast along with cliffs. There are numerous water spouts and spas on the sides of these cliffs. Varkala Beach is a haven for sun-bathing and swimming.

In the afternoon reach back Kollam and enjoy a boat ride at the backwaters & mangroves of Paravur Lake. Evening at your leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel in Kollam.

Meals: Breakfast

Hotel: Fragrant Nature Kollam (4-star lakefront resort)

After breakfast check-out from hotel & head towards Alleppey (Alappuzha). Welcome to the “Venice of the East” – Alleppey, world famous for its vast mesmerizing backwaters.

Reach Alleppey by noon. Check-in at a private houseboat. Have lunch on the houseboat. Enjoy a boat cruise through the magnificent Vembanad lake for an unforgettable experience of backwater cruising. Dinner & overnight stay at the houseboat in Alleppey.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Hotel: Spice Routes Luxury Houseboat

After breakfast check out from the houseboat, and transfer to Kochi International Airport.

Bid farewell with the memories of an amazing fun-filled 7 days trip through God’s Own Country – Kerala, worth remembering for a lifetime!

Meals: Breakfast