The Land of Backwaters

Day 01: Arrival Mumbai

To start your tour to the land of backwaters - exotic Kerala, arrive at Mumbai International Airport where our representative welcomes you and escorts you to the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 02: Sightseeing Mumbai

After breakfast, proceed for a full day city sightseeing tour. Start with the famous Juhu Beach around 18 km to the north of city center. Spend some time on the breathtaking beach and then leave for a visit to the Gateway of India and the awe-inspiring Elephanta Caves to explore the rich art and heritage of India. Return to hotel at night.

Day 03: Mumbai - Cochin

Form Mumbai, we now proceed to Cochin, the commercial capital of exotic Kerala - the land of tranquil backwaters. Check out from hotel and drive to Mumbai airport to board connecting flight to Cochin. Welcome on arrival by our representative who escorts you to the hotel. Enjoy an evening Kathakali performance and spend the night at the hotel.

Day 04: Sightseeing Cochin

Spend the day on a city sightseeing tour and explore the rich history of exotic Kerala. Visit its numerous attractions including Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue, the ancient Chinese Fishing Nets and St. Francis Church. Return to hotel for a night stay.

Day 05: Cochin - Munnar

Continue your tour to Munnar (135 km from Cochin), another picturesque town in the land of backwaters. Transfer to hotel upon arrival. Rest of the day free to relax in the serene environs of lush tea plantations. Overnight at hotel.

Day 06 : Munnar

Enjoy your tour to exotic Kerala to the fullest during your stay in Munnar. Take a stroll along its sprawling acres of lush green tea gardens that are famous across the world. Unwind in the tranquility of the land of backwaters and spend another night at the hotel.

Day 07: Munnar - Periyar

Periyar is the next destination in your tour itinerary for exotic Kerala - the land of backwaters. Check out from hotel in the morning and drive to Periyar. Transfer to hotel upon arrival for overnight stay.

Day 08: Periyar

The day starts with an early morning safari to Periyar National Park where you enjoy watching varied fascinating wildlife at play. Take a pleasant boat ride along the serene Periyar Lake. Return to the hotel and spend the remaining day at leisure. Stay for the night.

Day 09: Periyar - Kumarakom

Exotic Kerala tour continues to Kumarakom. Transfer to hotel upon arrival. Enjoy a boat ride at noon along the beautiful Kumarakom Lake enjoying the sheer beauty of scenic backwaters of Kerala. Spend the night at hotel.

Day 10: Kumarakom - Alleppey

Start the day with a visit to the famous Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary (on your own) where some rare and beautiful birds enthrall you with their intriguing antics. Later check out from Kumarakom and proceed to Kottayam. Check in to a houseboat upon arrival to start an enchanting overnight cruise along the picturesque land of backwaters - the exotic Kerala. Meals served on board.

Day 11: Alleppey - Kovalam

Disembark from the houseboat at Alleppey after breakfast on board and proceed to the Kovalam, the picturesque beach town of exotic Kerala. Transfer to hotel upon arrival for a night stay.

Day 12 - 14: Kovalam

Spend the next three days in Kovalam and enjoy your tour to the land of backwaters to the hilt. Stroll along its golden sands or take a cool splash in the azure blue waters. Enjoy a soothing sunbath and adventure freaks have ample options to do kayaking, water skiing, wind sailing and surfing. Spend three nights at the resort in Kovalam.

Day 15: Kovalam - Trivandrum - Mumbai

Spend the day at leisure in Kovalam and later transfer to Trivandrum International Airport at noon where you will take connecting flight for Mumbai. Reach Mumbai domestic airport and then proceed to the international airport to board scheduled flight back home or to onward destination. Tour to the land of backwaters - exotic Kerala ends.

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