Kochi (Cochin) Trip Overview
Kerala, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Named as one of the ten paradises of the world by National Geographic Traveler. Kerala is famous especially for its ecotourism initiatives and beautiful backwaters. It’s unique culture and traditions, coupled with its varied demography, have made Kerala one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. Kerala is an established destination for both domestic as well as foreign tourists. Kerala is well known for its beaches, backwaters in Alappuzha and Kollam, mountain ranges and wildlife sanctuaries In Thekkedy and Hill Station of Munnar with Tea Gardens’. You will enjoy this tour with your private vehicle and English Speaking Driver. Edit Step 2
Additional Info
Duration: 8 days
Starts: Kochi (Cochin), India
Trip Category: Multi-day & Extended Tours >> Multi-day Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Kochi (Cochin), Kerala, India
Kerala, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Named as one of the ten paradises of the world by National Geographic Traveler. Kerala is famous especially for its ecotourism initiatives and beautiful backwaters. It’s unique culture and traditions, coupled with its varied demography, have made Kerala one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. Kerala is an established destination for both domestic as well as foreign tourists. Kerala is well known for its beaches, backwaters in Alappuzha and Kollam, mountain ranges and wildlife sanctuaries In Thekkedy and Hill Station of Munnar with Tea Gardens’. You will enjoy this tour with your private vehicle and English Speaking Driver. Edit Step 2
Itinerary
Day 1: Cochin –Arrival.
Stop At: Kochi (Cochin), Kochi (Cochin), Ernakulam District, Kerala
Upon arrival our representative will greet you at Cochin Airport/Railway Station and transfer to Hotel in Cochin. Later proceed for a half day city sightseeing tour of Cochin visting Chinese Fishing Nets, St. Francis Church, Santa Cruz Basilica, Jewish Synagogue, and Mattancherry Palace/Dutch Palace. Overnight stay at Cochin
Duration: 6 hours
Stop At: Chinese Fishing Nets, Fort Kochi Beach Kochi-682001 Kerala India, Kochi (Cochin) 682001 India
Chinese fishing nets are a type of stationary lift net in India. They are fishing nets that are fixed land installations for fishing. While commonly known as “Chinese fishing nets” in India, the more formal name for such nets is “shore operated lift nets”
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Church of Saint Francis, Old Kochi, Kochi (Cochin) India
St. Francis Church, in Fort Kochi, Kochi, originally built in 1503, is one of the oldest European church in India and has great historical significance as a mute witness to the European colonial struggle in the subcontinent.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica, Parade & KB Jacob Road Fort Cochin, Kochi (Cochin) 682001 India
The Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica at Fort Kochi is one of the eight Basilicas in Kerala. Counted as one of the heritage edifices of Kerala, this church is one of the finest and most impressive churches in India and visited by tourists the whole year round.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Mattancherry Palace, Palace Road, Kochi (Cochin) India
The Mattancherry Palace is a Portuguese palace popularly known as the Dutch Palace, in Mattancherry, Kochi, in the Indian state of Kerala which features Kerala murals depicting portraits and exhibits of the Rajas of Kochi. The palace was included in the “tentative list” of UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: 3-Star Hotel Accommodation
Day 2: Cochin to Munnar
Stop At: Munnar, Munnar, Idukki District, Kerala
Morning after breakfast you will proceed to Munnar,a haven of peace and tranquility – the idyllic tourist destination in God’s own country. On the way you can also watch the adorable waterfalls in Cheeyappara and colourful flowers in Blossom Garden. Explore rest of the day along with the nature. Overnight stay at the Hotel/Resort.
Duration: 5 hours
Pass By: Cheeyappara Waterfalls, Kochi-Madurai-Tondi Point Rd, Idukki 685561 India
The Cheeyappara Waterfall is on the Kochi – Madurai Highway, between Neriamangalam and Adimali. It is in Idukki district, Kerala, . The Cheeyappara Waterfall cascades down in seven steps. This is also a great place for trekking.
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 3-Star Hotel
Day 3: Munnar-Sightseeing.
Stop At: Munnar, Munnar, Idukki District, Kerala
After breakfast proceed for a morning sightseeing trip of Munnar visiting the Eravikulam National Park ,Visit Tea Museum and Mattupetty Lake & Dam & Kundala Lake. En-route visit Echo Point, View Point & green carpet of Tea Gardens. Overnight stay at Munnar Hotel.
Duration: 6 hours
Stop At: Rajamalai (Eravikulam) National Park, Munnar India
Eravikulam National Park is a 97 km² national park located along the Western Ghats in the Idukki district of Kerala and it is the first national park in Kerala.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Kannan Devan Tea Museum, Nullatani Estate, Munnar India
The KDHP Tea Museum is an industry and history museum situated in Munnar, a town in the Idukki district of Kerala. Tata Tea Museum is its official name, but it’s also known as Nalluthanni Estate where it is located, or Kannan Devan Hills Plantation Tea Museum.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Kundala Dam Lake, Top Station, Munnar India
Kundala Lake: Beautiful lake with splendid view of the majestic landscapes & rich forest.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 3-Star Hotel
Day 4: Munnar to Thekkedy.
Stop At: Thekkady, Thekkady, Idukki District, Kerala
After breakfast proceed to Thekkady which offers diverse attractions like Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Hill Station and Spice Plantation. Here you can go for a Wildlife cruise to view a large variety of wildlife like Wild Elephants, Nilgiri Langur, Sambar Deer, Overnight stay at the Hotel.
Duration: 5 hours
Stop At: Periyar National Park, Banks Of Artificial Periyar Lake, Thekkady India
Periyar National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary (PNP) is a protected area near Thekkady. It is notable as an elephant reserve and a tiger reserve.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Green Park Ayurvedic & Spices Plantation, Laksham Veedu Colony Road Kumly, Thekkady 685509 India
Thekkady Spice Plantation. The spice plantation in Thekkady is one of the major spice plantations in Kerala.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 3-star hotel
Day 5: Thekkedy to Alleppey.
Stop At: Alleppey Backwaters, Alappuzha India
After breakfast, check-out and proceed to Alleppey. Upon Arrival at Alleppey board the traditionally decorated houseboats and begin the enchanting backwater cruise. The backwaters of Kerala is a unique product of Kerala and is found no where else in the world. A glide in a “Kettuvallam” (Houseboat) through the enchanting backwater is sure to rob your heart. Lunch, Dinner & Overnight stay at Alleppey Houseboat.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Kerala Backwaters, India
The backwaters of Alleppey (also known as Alappuzha) are a common stop on many a tourist’s trip through Kerala,
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight on Houseboat with full board basis
Day 6: Alleppey to Kovalam
Stop At: Kovalam Beach, Kovalam India
After breakfast,proceed to Kovalam beach. Kovalam is known as the “Paradise of the South”. Visit the crescent shaped beaches of Kovalam i.e. Samudra Beach, Hawa Beach & Lighthouse Beach. Overnight stay at Kovalam Hotel/Resort.
Duration: 4 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 3-Star Hotel
Day 7: Kovallam-Full Day of Leisure.
Stop At: Kovalam Beach, Kovalam India
Relax under the tropical sun as you enjoy a day at the wonderful Kovallam beach .Overnight Stay at Hotel/Resort.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 3-Star Hotel
Day 8: Kovallam-Departure to Trivandrum airport or Cochin Airport.
Stop At: Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum), Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum), Thiruvananthapuram District, Kerala
Today after breakfast you will be transfer to Cochin or Trivandrum Airport for your onward journey.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
