Day 01
In the morning pick up by the cab and head towards Munnar, which is called
as " nature lover's paradise" with sprawling tea plantations.
Munnar is1800mts above sealevel, 130 kms from Cochin (3 hrs 30 mins drive).
On arrival here, check into the hotel. In the evening proceed to Mattupatty
dam /Kundalay dam for boating. On the way a visit to echo point &
shooting point. A further 7 kms drive will take you to topstation for a
spectacular view. Overnight to be spent at Munnar.
Day 02
Munnar has the highest peak in South India - Anaimudi - which towers over
2695m(ofcourse needs trekking) Devikulam - This serene hill township is a
nature lover's retreat. Trout fishing on the Devikulam Lake is a major
attraction. Eravikulam National park - It is the best place to see Nilgiri
Tahr, the mountain goat of South India. Visit The Christ Church. Overnight
at Munnar.
Day 03
Drive to Kumarakom 180 kms from Munnar (4hrs 30mins), check in to the
resort located on the Banks of the Vembanad lake. Kumarakom is the ideal
place to relax and rejuvenate both the body and the soul. The resort is
known for the Ayurvedic massages .The resort also has different kinds of
boat rides for the more enthusiastic and the adventurous one on the vast
lake. One of its popular tourist attractions is the Kumarakom Bird
Sanctuary. You may also indulge in windsailing & water skiing. Overnight
stay at Kumarakom.
Day 04
This day at 12:00noon board the beautifully decorated houseboats - a ride
into the countryside in a Kettuvalam (the houseboat), you will visit the
Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary while cruising to Alleppey across the Vembanad
Lake, the cruise will include other sightseeing like Kuttanad (paddy field),
the coir village, and the local way of life. The food is served fresh inside
the boat. The boat will be anchored in the evening at 6:00PM and overnight
stay at the boat. (Lunch included)
Day 05
Morning after b/fast proceed towards Cochin (60kms, 1hour 30mins drive). On
reaching Cochin if time permits you can visit Jewish Synagogue, Chinese
fishing nets & The Dutch Palace. Drop at the Cochin Airport/Station.
