Overview

Discover the enchanting beauty of Kerala with this delightful journey through the misty hills of Munnar and the wildlife-rich landscapes of Thekkady. Your tour begins with a scenic drive from Kochi to Munnar, a charming hill station surrounded by sprawling tea plantations, waterfalls, and lush green valleys. Enjoy the refreshing climate and explore the natural beauty that makes Munnar one of Kerala’s most popular destinations. Continue your journey to Thekkady, home to rich forests, spice plantations, and the famous Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. The serene atmosphere, aromatic spice gardens, and scenic surroundings offer a perfect blend of nature and relaxation. Conclude your memorable Kerala getaway with sightseeing in Kochi, where colonial charm, cultural heritage, and vibrant local life create the perfect ending to your trip. This package is ideal for travelers seeking a mix of nature, scenic beauty, wildlife, and Kerala’s cultural charm.

Highlights

Scenic drive from Kochi to the beautiful hill station of Munnar
Explore lush tea plantations and mist-covered valleys in Munnar
Visit popular attractions like Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point & Kundala Lake
Experience the cool and refreshing climate of Munnar
Sightseeing tour of Kochi featuring colonial landmarks and local attractions

Day 01 :

Arrival at Cochin & Proceed to Munnar – (130 Kms – Approx 4 Hrs)

On arrival at Cochin, proceed to Munnar. A breathtakingly beautiful - haven of peace and tranquility which cannot be portrayed in a single canvas. Situated at 1,600m above sea level with unending expanse of tea plantations - pristine valleys and mountains, you’re often up above the clouds watching veils of mist clinging to the mountain tops. Among the exotic flora found in the forests and grasslands here is the Neelakurinji/Strobilanthes. This flower which bathes the hills in blue once in every twelve years, will bloom next in 2018. On the way to Munnar visit Cheeyappara & Valara waterfalls. The Cheeyappara Waterfall cascades down in seven steps. Valara has a chain of waterfalls surrounded by thick green forests. Enroute Spice plantation tour. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 02 :

Munnar Full Day Sightseeing Tour

After breakfast proceed for sightseeing of Munnar. Visit Eravikulam National Park (ticket price extra) Closed for Jan 2025 till March 2025 & Mattupetty Dam (ticket price extra), a storage concrete gravity dam built in the mountains. Mattupetty offers many fascinating sights to relish. Besides the tea plantations & the rolling grasslands, the Shola forests in and around Mattupetty are ideal for trekking and are habitat to a variety of birds.

Later visit Kundala Dam (ticket price extra), the famous Neela Kurunji flowers which bloom once in twelve years, bloom in the hills and valleys around Kundala lake.

Enroute visit Echo Point & Pothamedu View Point. Echo Point always has a greenish look as it is covered with abundant green sceneries. View Point is perfect to enjoy the spectacular beauty of the coffee, tea & cardamom plantations. They are an adventurous destination, which will be a perfect choice for those who love to have a nature walk or trekking. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 03 :

Transfer from Munnar to Thekkady - (85 Kms - Approx 3 Hrs)

After breakfast, check out from hotel & proceed to Thekkady.

Thekkady is considered as a heaven for natural spices. The Periyar forests of Thekkady is one of the finest wildlife reserves in India. Periyar encompasses 777 sq km & a 26-sq-km artificial lake.

Check-in at hotel & later head out for sightseeing to visit the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary (ticket price extra), it is home to herds of wild Elephants, Sambar, Tigers, Gaur, Lion-tailed Macaques, Nilgiri Langurs & more. The place can sometimes feel a bit like Disneyland-in-the-Ghats, but its mountain scenery & jungle walks make for an enjoyable visit. Evening enjoy the boat cruise in the lake (at additional cost) to spot wild animals. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 04 :

Departure from Thekkady + Sightseeing in Kochi

After breakfast, check out from hotel & proceed towards Kochi. On reaching Kochi, visit Fort Cochi. Walk and see the suspended Chinese fishing nets, which were introduced by traders from the court of Kublai Khan in the 14th century. Kochi fishermen still use these fishing nets to earn their livelihoods.

Continue your stroll down to St Francis Church, the oldest European church in India. Finish your tour at Mattancherry Palace. It was built by the Portuguese and presented to the Raja of Kochi in 1555. The palace is famous for its stunning murals portraying scenes from Hindu tales, such as the Ramayana and Mahabharata. Next door is the Paradesi (also called Pardesi) Synagogue, the oldest active synagogue in South India.

Proceed towards Cochin Airport for departure, back to home with beautiful memories of God's Own Country.