Blissful Kerala

Itinerary

Day 1

On your arrival, TTC envoy will assist you with transfer from Cochin Airport or Railway Station to Munnar, the cooler climb of balmy Kerala. As you step on the gas through the winding roads of the Western Ghats, for Munnar, steer to the trails leading to Valara Waterfalls and Cheeyapara waterfalls. Visit South India's largest tea-growing region, with rolling hills around, a spectacle - carpeted in emerald-green tea plantations, contoured, clipped and sculpted like ornamental verges, called Munnar. Stop by Varkala, where still you can watch the days turning slowly to weeks, far away from the humdrum of further north and south. Witness the wonders of the nature, as the Cheeyappara and Valara waterfalls will cascade down in seven steps to form a chain of falls hemmed in by copious deep forests, making it a great trekking destination. After an eye soothing journey, check in to your hotel, relax, and stay overnight.

Day 2

After breakfast, check out from your hotel and head for Rajamalai national park, else known as Eravikulam national park, spread over sprawling greenery of extensive area of 97 Sq. Km along the crest of the Western Ghats in the high ranges of Idukki district, 15-km from Munnar. Enjoy nature, by the rolling slope of the hill plateau that holds the national park up in the clouds of the southern wilderness. As you follow the small stream rolling down, the tributaries to Periyar and Chalakudy rivers will greet you at Lakkom waterfalls. In the natural beauty of the pristine horizon, tread through the rare collection of varieties of trees and shrubs in the climax grassland and variety of orchids, and inhabitant of this natural cocoon, around 26 different species of mammals. Elephants, langur and marten are the frequent visitors to keep a track on your moves in their natural habitat. Above the ground, about 120 species of birds will mesmerize you with their colourful presence, flying around you in the virgin woods of Rajamalai. 20-km ahead, stop by Asia’s first Arch dam, built at an elevation of 1700 meters above sea level. The nature around the dam is sure to indulge you in its magnetic beauty, where the cherry blossoms appear twice in a year, and the famous Neela Kurunji flowers greets the nature lovers once in twelve years. Do not miss the enthralling experience of boating at this dam. Also, visit the tea museum, as good as a real tea factory around Munnar. Although, it is a demo model of the production process of one of the most relaxing drink in the world, but its continuity in showcasing the heritage, collection of old bits and pieces from the colonial era, including photographs and a 1905 tea-roller, which has bedecked its basic process in the most realistic way, with a 30 minutes video of tea production and a brief history of Munnar. A short walk around the town will lead you to the roads, passing by some of the most accessible tea plantations. Yet another confluence of nature and the hands of man is the Mattupetty dam at a height of 1,700 m. holds the pristine still waters that projects the reflection of the tea gardens around. Enjoy your moments in this green valley with a fabulous climate around, with a bounty full of water sports activities and trekking in the Shola forest. Situated on the way to Top Station in Munnar, Echo Point is a stopover for tourists visiting the highest point, where blooms the rare Neelakurinji. The marvel of echo is the natural phenomenon that gives the name to this scenic sight. The 16 acres of beautiful parkland holds the mesmeric Blossom International Park, filled with activities like boating, roller skating, cycling etc. A calm visit amidst the beautiful flowers in the park will evoke your mind to admire the moments spent. Have a divine retreat in Munnar, before you finish your tour of this hill station. Pay a visit to the Old Christ Church, established in 1910. Experience the lingering vibrations of the souls of the Englishmen, who lived and love this quiet place on the hills of down south. However, the cemetery predates the age of the church, built out of stone, it has stained glass windows and still retains the original pews. After sightseeing, come back to your hotel, and stay overnight.

Day 3

On arrival at Alleppey, board the houseboat, for a night cruise, in the tranquil isolation, amidst the vast lush green, sprawling through the black backwaters under the night sky, where the stars hang like fireflies from heaven, with its crystal reflection on the backwaters of Alappuza. Spend your laid-back time in the graceful and greenery-fringe, disappearing into a watery world of villages, canoes, Snake boat yard, toddy shops and, of course, houseboats. At the break of dawn, wake up, float along and gaze over rice fields of succulent green, curvaceous rice barges and village life along the banks. Experience one of Kerala’s most mesmerisingly beauties, trapped reluctantly in the nature, in its virgin form. On your private trip to the backwaters of Alleppey, the famous labyrinth of waterways spanning 900-km, feast on a mouthwatering Kerala-style lunch and dinner, to enjoy savory dishes such as sambar, a hearty vegetable stew, with a vegetable and coconut curry. Tickle your sweet tooth with pappad, a South Indian wafer, and payasam, a rice pudding flavored with cardamom, raisins, saffron, cashew nuts and pistachios. Soak in the beauty of the landscape from your thatched-roof boat and relish the serenity of the river town, a classic experience of a lifetime. Stay overnight in the boathouse.

Day 4

After having breakfast TTC envoy will assist you with checkout and departure to Airport or Railway Station for departure journey, with a bouquet of sweet memories. 

Inclusion:

Accommodation in well-appointed room on double sharing basis with base category of rooms
Daily Buffet breakfast at hotels
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner at Houseboat
A/C Vehicle for all surface transfers & sightseeing
All applicable hotel taxes
All applicable Government Taxes

Sightseeing:

Valara Waterfalls, Cheeyapara waterfalls, Rajamala national Park, Tea Museum, Mattupetty dam, Kundala dam, Echo  Point, Blossom International park, Old Christ Chruch, Champakulam church, Snake boat yard, Narrow canals, Local villages

Exclusion:

Any meals other than those mentioned above
Any services not specifically mentioned in the inclusions
Expenses caused by factors beyond our control like rail and flight delays, roadblocks, and vehicle mal-functions, political disturbances etc.
Personal expenses like tipping, laundry

Package Cost:

Trip Notes

Terms & Conditions

At Munnar AC Rooms are not provided due to low temperature
Supplementary charges would be applicable for Any Conference, Festival times, or Public Holidays etc.
Hotel Check-In time is 14.00 hrs & Check-Out time 12.00 Noon
Houseboat Check-In time is 12.00 Noon hrs & Check-Out time 09.00 AM
Houseboat AC Timing for Standard or Deluxe Houseboats will be: 08:00 PM – 06:00 AM & Luxury Houseboats will have full time AC
Early Check-In and late Check-Out subject to availability
This package rate is not available on special days