After breakfast city tour of Cochin. We will visit fort Cochin with the first stop being the St. Francis church, India’s oldest European built church. Proceed on to the large pastel colored Santa Cruz Basilica. Strung out along the tip of Fort Cochin the cantilevered Chinese fishing nets provide an interesting sight. The next stop on your tour of Cochin is the Mattancherry palace, the home of the former Raja of Cochin. The palace houses an interesting collection of murals from the Ramayana, the Mahabharata etc. The last stop on your tour of Cochin is the Jewish Synagogue or the Magen David Synagogue. Constructed in 1568, this is the oldest synagogue in the Commonwealth.

In the evening, witness Kathakali dance performance.

Kathakali is the classical dance-drama of Kerala, dates from the 17th century and is rooted in Hindu mythology. Kathakali has a unique combination of literature, music, painting, acting and dance.

Kathakali draws heavily from drama and is danced with elaborate masks and costumes. Kathakali recitals are generally long and while other dance forms are more emotive than narrative, Kathakali is both. It combines dance with dialogue to bring myth and legend to life in the temple courtyards of Kerala. The dancers use their stunning costumes and make- up, with the accompaniment of drums and vocalists, to create various moods and emotions.

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Breakfast at hotel. After breakfast proceed to Munnar.

Munnar is a hill station on the Western Ghats, a range of mountains situated in the Idukki, Kerala. The name Munnar is believed to mean "three rivers", referring to the town's strategic location at the confluence of the Madhurapuzha and Kundaly rivers. The nearest major railway stations to the place are at Ernakulum and Aluva while the nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, 105 kilometres away. Most of the native flora and fauna of Munnar continue to survive and thrive.

We drive through the tea estates and visit Mattupetty Dam, Echo point

 Mattupetty Situated at a height of 1700 Mts, Mattupetty is famous for its highly specialized dairy farm, the Indo-swiss livestock project. Over 100 varieties of high yielding cattle are reared here. Visitors are allowed into three of the eleven cattle sheds at the farm.

The Mattupetty Lake and dam, just a short distance from the farm, is a very beautiful picnic spot. The sprawling Kundala tea plantations and the Kundala Lake are other attractions in the vicinity. DTPC Idukki provides boating facilities on the Mattupetty Dam. Speed Launch and slow speed motor boats are available on hire.

Echo Point (15 km from Munnar): This scenic place gets its name from the natural echo phenomenon here. Echo point is on the way to Top Station from Munnar.

Evening enjoy Kalaripayattu. Considered among the oldest and most scientific martial arts in the world, Kalaripayattu was developed in Kerala. Lauded as the pride of Kerala, it is acknowledged and respected across the world. The training begins with an oil massage of the entire body until it is agile and supple. Feats like jumping, running and somersault are also integral parts of the art form. There are also lessons in using weapons like swords, daggers, spears, maces, and bows and arrows. The primary aim is the ultimate coordination between mind and body.

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After breakfast, drive to Periyar.

Thekkady is the location of the Periyar National Park, which is an important tourist attraction for South Indians. Situated in Kerala, close to the Kerala - Tamil Nadu border town - Kumily, it is located about 114 km from Madurai City, 185 km from Cochin International Airport and 114 km from Kottayam railway station. The sanctuary is famous for its dense evergreen, semi-evergreen, moist deciduous forests and savanna grass lands so as the home to herds of elephants, sambar and tigers.

On arrival check in the hotel.

Visit the Spice Plantations. Over twelve varieties of spices are cultivated in and around Kumily. The spice plantation tour covers spice plantations such as cardamom, pepper, vanilla, clove, nutmeg etc. and also some Ayurvedic plants and herbs. The duration of the trip is normally one to two hours (optional extra). The service of an experienced guide will give full and detailed explanation of the plants and its uses.

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After Breakfast visit Periyar National Park.

Periyar National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary (PNP) is a protected area in the districts of Idukki and Pathanamthitta in Kerala, south India. It is notable as an elephant reserve and a tiger reserve. The protected area covers an area of 925 km2 (357 sq mi). 350 km2 (140sq mi) of the core zone was declared as the Periyar National Park in 1982.

The park is often called the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary or Thekkady. It is located high in the Cardamom Hills and Pandalam Hills of the southern Western Ghats along the border with Tamil Nadu. It is 4 km (2.5 mi) from Kumily, approximately 100 km (62 mi) east of Kottayam, 110 km (68 mi) west of Madurai and 120 km (75 mi) southeast of Kochi

This Afternoon enjoy a boat cruise on the Periyar Lake. Periyar is one of the largest wildlife reserves in India. A boat ride on the splendid Periyar Lake is the best way to experience the sanctuary.

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After breakfast and drive to Alleppey and transfer to jetty to board the houseboat.

Alleppey (Alappuzha) is an alluring town with its lovely lakes, lagoons and fresh water rivers and is a major Backwater tourism destination today. Referred to as the "Venice of the East", Alappuzha is laced with a network of natural canals called Backwaters and is famous for its Boat races, Houseboats, beaches, marine products and Coir industry. With the Arabian Sea on the west and a vast network of lakes, lagoons and waterways crisscrossing it, Alappuzha is a district of immense natural beauty. The most exciting thing on the Backwaters today is the 'Kettuvallam'(traditional Houseboat), which has become the most popular tourism product in Kerala. The Kettuvallam are an improvisation on the large country barges that ruled the backwaters, poled along by one or two men, heavily loaded with rice, coconuts and other commodities.

Overnight stay at Houseboat.

After breakfast, drive to Kovalam. On arrival transfer to hotel.

Kovalam is one of the most beautiful beaches of the world. The surf here is ideal for surf-riding and the water invites the visitor to ride the Catamaran or Log, with the fisherman, or to take a cool swim. Nearby is the Beach Centre of aquatic sports. At the yoga and health centre, Yoga classes and transcendental meditation are held. Ayurveda oil massages and oil baths are given by experts (on direct payment basis).

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Breakfast at hotel. Rest day free to roam around the beach. (No transport).

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After breakfast head for exploring Thiruvananthapuram.

The capital city of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram/Trivandrum city is known as the gateway of one of the most beautiful states in India. Located on the south west coast of India, this tropical paradise is known as “God’s own country” and for the right reasons. Lush green landscapes interspersed with crystal clear backwaters make this state the most visited tourist destination. The state maintains its traditional heritage even in the modern century and Trivandrum tourism industry is increasing by the moment. departing for your respective destinations                               **********END OF OUR SERVICES **********

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