Holiday in Kerala - Luxury Tour of India

(Total Tour - 4 Days)

Cochin-Alleppey-Kumarakom-Thekkady-Cochin

Day 01

Cochin - Alleppey - Kumarokom:

By Road : 50 km in 1 hr

Magical Backwaters

Reach Cochin and our representative will meet you at the airport. Proceed to Alleppey by road after initial introduction.

Board the houseboat. Our backwater journey will start from Alleppey (also known as Allappuzha), which is known as the Venice of the East. It was here that traders from across the seven seas came in search of black gold and souvenirs.

Plunge into a crystal maze of one of the greatest gifts of nature that god has bestowed upon us. As the boat glides silently forward through the largest vast expanse backwater body, The Vembanad Lake, you will drift into a world of peace and serenity. At this point, we will serve you the mouth watering local cuisine and you will agree that it is truly God's own country.

After a short siesta be prepared for the most fascinating journey through the panoramic view of the paddy fields admiring duck farming, watching divers diving for mussels via Mangalam, Chithira, R-block and C block with a cup of steaming tea/coffee in your hand.

On our way stopping at the St. Mary's Church at Champakulam is a must. One of the oldest churches in Kerala, the St. Mary's church is believed to be one of the seven established by St Thomas. You will also see the 130 foot long snake boats used for racing here.

Arrive at Kumarakom enjoying the beauty of the traditional Kerala houses.

The village of Kumarakom is a cluster of little islands on the Vembanad Lake, and this small water world is part of the Kuttanad region. The bird sanctuary here, which is spread across 14 acres, is a favorite haunt of migratory birds and an ornithologist's paradise. Egrets, darters, herons, teal, waterfowl, cuckoo, wild duck and migratory birds like the Siberian storks that live there in flocks are a fascination for visitors. The best way to watch the birds of the Kumarokom sanctuary is a boat trip round the islands.

Check in at the resort and relax in the evening. There is a games room and a library for the kids to enjoy.

Overnight stay will be at the Coconut Lagoon.

Day 02

Kumarakom - Thekkady:

By Road : 175 km in 4 hr

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the resort.

Start for Thekkady through the beautiful paddy fields and rubber plantations. As you climb uphill you will reach the rolling tea gardens and beautiful churches. Pass through the villages and reach Thekkady by evening.

Periyar wildlife sanctuary is home to nomadic tribes of wild elephant, boar, deer, the great Indian tiger and more. Evening enjoy a boat cruise in the lake to watch wild animals.

Visit the Spice Markets later in the evening.

Overnight will be in Periyar (Thekkady).