ESSENTIAL KERALA

South India's largest tea-growing region, the rolling hills around Munnarare carpeted in emerald-green tea plantations, contoured, clipped and sculpted like ornamental hedges. The low mountain scenery is magnificent – you’re often up above the clouds watching veils of mist clinging to the mountaintops. On arrival in Kochi meet our represenatative and transfer to Munnar and check in. Rest of the day free to explore the neighborhood.   Overnight in Munnar

After Breakfast at hotel In Munnar you can explore the tea gardens spread out like a green carpet over hundreds of kilometers. Munnar, with its lush green hills, is a destination so difficult to resist. It has a very small population and is too far from pollution, with most of the area covered by tea estates belonging to Tata Tea Company. go for sightseeing of Munnar which includes the Raja Malai, a hill of Munnar where you can see extincting breed of the Neel Thar (mountain goats) and Mattupetty dam, echopoints, Eravikulam national park etc.   Overnight in Munnar.

India's largest wildlife sanctuary is a dream destination for any tourist visiting India.. This sanctuary is spread over an area of 777 Sq.Kms, surrounded by an artificial lake over an area of 25 Sq.Kms.The Country's sole Tiger reserve, Thekkady, with its bountiful treasures of tropical flora and fauna is the ultimate reservoir of many an endangered species and a rich tribal culture. Thekkady is a pleasant heaven on earth for those who love nature in its wild manifestations. After breakfast at Hotel, checkout from the hotel, and proceed to Thekkady.  It is a delightful journey through thick forests, Rubber, Pepper, Cardamom and Tea plantations. You will be able to visit Cheyyappara Water Falls which is enroute to Thekkady. On arrival at Thekkady check into Hotel. Overnight in Thekkady.

Mirror still lagoons, picture book lakesides, palm fringed canals, shores bustling with glimpses from day to day life in the country side. Welcome to the backwaters of Kerala. Welcome peace and tranquility. Breakfast at Hotel and move towards Alleppey. Check in houseboat. Then Set out on an enchanting overnight backwater cruise in traditionally decorated houseboats. While cruising in these floating luxury-villas, let your eyes settle for the rare and the unusual - skim past Chinese fishing nets, bowed-down paddy fields, and local inhabitants engaged in making coir products, rustic homes, ancient temples and swaying coconut groves. Food will be served onboard.    Overnight on the houseboat.

Kochi has been drawing traders, explorers and travelers to its shores for over 600 years. Nowhere else in India could you find such an intriguing mix: giant fishing nets from China, a 400-year-old synagogue, ancient mosques, Portuguese houses and the crumbling remains of the British Raj.   After breakfast check out from the house boat and proceed to Cochin.  On your arrival at Cochin check in to hotel.  Later take a guided sightseeing tour of Kochi, visit Dutch Palace Museum, Jewish Street, Jewish Synagogue, St. Francis Church and Chinese Fishing Nets which are the major attractions in Cochin.  Overnight in Kochi.

After breakfast check out and transfer to Cochin International Airport for your onward flight