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Destinations Covered : 

 COCHIN - ALLEPPEY - KUMARAKOM - THEKKADY -

 VAGAMON -  MUNDAKAYAM

Duration:

08 NIGHTS / 09 DAYS
Day- 01: ARRIVING AT COCHIN BY FLIGHT OR TRAIN
 

On arrival our representative will meet and assist you with transfer to Chiramel Bungalow. This Heritage Home must have been built in the year 1775. At the time Fort Kochi was under the Dutch Rule (from AD 1663 to 1795). Now it stands as a living witness to a glorious bygone era. Constructed in limestone, tiles and teak the home has been refurbished for the modern traveler. 

 

Later proceeds, Half Day City Tour. The sightseeing shows you the prominent landmark of Cochin viz. Jewish Synagogue constructed in 1568. This is the oldest synagogue in the Commonwealth. Known for mid 18th century hand painted willow pattered floor tiles from China, ancient scripts on copper plates etc. Visit the “Dutch Palace” with its wonderful murals depicting the entire story of the Ramayana and Mahabharata on its walls. See St. Francis Church: built in 1503 by Portuguese. This is the first European church built in India.

Overnight stay at Chiramel Bungalow.

Day- 02:  COHIN TO ALLEPPEY

After breakfast, proceed to Alleppey (Kuttanad).

Alleppey called the rice bowl of Kerala because of her wealth of paddy crops is at the very heart of the backwaters. The scenic countryside of Kuttanad with its shimmering waterways also has a rich crop of banana, cassava and yam. This is perhaps the only region in the world where farming is done 1.5 to 2 m below sea level. Inland waterways which flow above land level are an amazing feature of this region.

On arrival check in at Kainady Heritage Bungalow. This heritage home is more than a century old villa situated on the banks of the Manimala River. The large house is adorned with massive wood work and grand furniture.

Overnight stay at Kainady Heritage Bungalow.

Day- 03:  AT ALLEPPEY ( HOUSE BOAT )

After breakfast at the Bungalow, transfer to the Kerala Traditional House Boat. (Kettuvallam)

The house boats of Kerala offer exquisite holidays experiences.  Every Kettuvallam (house boat) has a drawing cum dining room; a bath attached bedroom, sit-out, sundeck and kitchenette. The water-web slowly open ups at its secrets to you, lush paddy field, pregnant palms, singing Siberian ducks.  This will be your memorable experience.

House boat will cruise through the Vembanad Lake and canals to Alleppey.  Visit includes Pathiramanal, Champakulam Church and R & L Block Kayal etc.

Overnight stay at the House Boat.

Day- 04:  ALLEPPEY TO KUMARAKOM

After breakfast the House Boat, transfer to Kumarakom.

Kumarakom is an unbelievably beautiful paradise of mangrove forests, emerald green paddy fields and coconut groves interspersed with enchanting waterways and canals adorned with white lines. Situated on the Vembanad Lake, is this small water world you’ll come across plenty of traditional country crafts, boats and canoes which will take you into the heart of the scenic lake. The resorts nearby offer comfortable accommodation and exclusive leisure options like an Ayurvedic Massage, yoga, meditation, boating, fishing, angling and swimming etc.

On arrival at Kumarakom transfer to Nellikel House. Which is a typical Kerala Nalukettu constructed in the form of an ara and nira in fine teak, the aesthetically furnished bedrooms offer a very cool and cozy accommodation.

After noon visit Kumarakom Birds Sanctuary.

Overnight stay at the Nellickal Heritage Home.

Day- 05:  KUMARAKOM TO THEKKADY
 

After Breakfast, proceed to Thekkady.

 

On arrival by noon, check in at the Wilder nest Bungalow. This green and serene private space built with nature friendly materials and design at a short distance from Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. Each room is attached with a private garden or private balcony offering soothing view of the Bamboo Jungle near by. From here one can hear the subtle songs of nature.

The most renowned destination is the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary at Thekkady. Here is the natural habitat of Elephant, tiger, bison, spotted and samba deer, gaur, etc. The sanctuary is open throughout the year.

Evening Game viewing by motorized boat at Periyar Lake.

Overnight stay at Wilder nest Bungalow.

Day- 06: AT THEKKADY ( VAGAMON )     
 

After break fast, proceed to Vagamon. On arrival check in to Retreat Bungalow. This Bungalow is placed on a piece of land – landscaped by nature. It is near the Kurisumala rock ridges. The simple laid out building is a country home with grand furnishings situated on the Vagamon Hills.                      

 

Have you visited beautiful, green Vagamon Are you thinking, "In a green country, what's the attraction of yet another verdant spot" Well, the point is Vagamon is not just any other verdant spot. Of course, you can get grassy hills, velvet lawns and cool mountain air in many other places but not the Vagamon kind; not just this exciting blend of religious mysticism and European legacy.

The interesting places are Thangal hill, the Murugan hill and the Kurisumala, important for Muslims, Hindus and Christians respectively. And don't miss the nice, little dairy farm of the Kurisumala monks.

Overnight stay at the Retreat Bungalow.

Day- 07: AT THEKKADY ( VAGAMON TO MUNDAKAYAM )
 

After breakfast, proceed to Mundakayam. On arrival check in at Evergreen Bungalow. Which is Kootickal, in the midland slopes of Mundakayam Valley, known as the gateway to the highranges of Kerala. Located amidst verdant rubber plantations and calm surrounding bungalow is built in an Indo-colonial style which was popular in the 1950 – 60 periods.

 

The River Periyar flowing through the centre of this town nourishes its vast tea, coffee and pepper plantations. A major trade centre, Mundakayam is also home to a number of Rubber Plantations and tea factories. The Government Agriculture Farm and Flower Garden have a delightful array of rose plants, orchids and anthuriam.

Overnight stay at Evergreen Bungalow or Similar.

Day- 08: THEKKADY ( MUNDAKAYAM ) TO COCHIN
 

After breakfast, drive back to Cochin.

 

On arrival check in at Old Coat yard  Hotel.  This heritage Hotel is the reminiscent of colonial Portuguese architecture. Built more than 200 years ago the Old Courtyard is painstakingly restored to its original grandeur by its present owners. The entire ancient arches and alcoves around an enchanting courtyard give the building a great sense of a nostalgic past.

Evening spend for relaxation and walking at Marine Drive.

Overnight stay at Old Coat Yard Hotel.

Day- 09: DEPART FROM COCHIN
 

After breakfast, the day free for you till you are transferred to Airport or Railway station for your onward destination.

 

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