After breakfast, guests are escorted to visit the Mattancherry, here we visit the Jewish Synagogue – oldest active synagogue in the Commonwealth of  Nations, and the Dutch Palace – one of the finest examples of the Kerala style of architecture. The Chinese Fishing Nets believed to brought to Kochi by the Chinese traders. Followed this visit St. Francis Church – one of the oldest European churches.

The lunch can be arranged in a local restaurant as per guests discretion. Evening, the guest witness “Kathkali dance” India’s most spectacular dance Drama based on stories from Ramayana and Mahabharata. The dancers are elaborately made up with paint and masks, accompanied with drummers and musicians.

Overnight at hotel in Cochin.

After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and drive to Munnar, an estimated 4- 4.5 hour drive.

Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Munnar is well known for its lush green hills and tea plantations. Here one would find lakes, reservoirs, forests and several tea estates, including one of the well known Tata tea estates. There is also a wildlife sanctuary in the  Eravikulam – Rajamala area in the Munnar forest division.

Overnight at hotel in Munnar.

Post breakfast, start your trek at the height of approximately 1450 meter above sea level with a relaxing walk through the lush green tea plantations. Hike for about 30 to 40 minutes to reach the summit. After a small break to enjoy the view, the trek will continue on the ridge through stunningly beautiful grasslands with rocky mountain slopes on one side and the tea plantations on the other with interspersed patches of Shola forest. On a clear and sunny day, Anaimudi “The highest peak in South India” will be  visible. You will also pass through a private coffee and cardamom plantation in the Shola Forest where there is a high chance to spot a few of our endemic birds.

Afternoon visit Lockhart Tea factory. Take a relaxing walk through the mighty Tea Fields of Lockhart. Lockhart Tea Factory is one of the oldest Tea Factories in the region and its specialty is that it still operates in the traditional way of Tea making. Join the workers hand-in-hand and continue the process of Tea making. Finish the tour with an exclusive Tea tasting – taste your own cup of Tea.

Overnight at hotel in Munnar.

Post breakfast, embark on a drive to Thekkady (95 Kms / Approx 3 Hrs).
Visit Spice Plantation. It is a great feeling to get up at dawn in the lap of  Nature, smelling the fresh, aromatic air – almost like waking up in a green paradise that is far removed from our flawed planet. One of the major spices produced in the area is cardamom. The pepper plantations are something else that is worth seeing. The sunlight seeping through the shapely leaves of the pepper plants is an alluring sight. Apart from being enjoyable, these plantation tours give tourists an insight into the growing, harvesting, and processing of spices. The peeling and drying of cinnamon and the painstaking task of hand-pollination of vanilla can be observed on such trips.

Post visit, move towards the hotel and check-in. Post lunch, proceed to experience Boat Ride. Board your boat from the designated pier on the shores of the lake and proceed for a beautiful cruise. With the help of a trained tribal guide on board, you may be able to spot herds of Gaur, Sambar, and wild boars in the grasslands adjacent to the shores. A variety of avian fauna such as darters, egrets, and kingfishers can be seen resting on dead tree trunks that stick out over the lake. There is also a high probability of observing the Smooth Indian Otter.

Overnight at hotel in Thekkady.

Post breakfast, check-out from the hotel & proceed to Kumarakom – known as ‘the Venice of the East’. The drive is approximately 4.5 – 5 hours. Kumarakom an unbelievably beautiful paradise of mangrove forests, emerald green paddy fields and coconut groves interspersed with enchanting waterways and canals adorned with white lilies. Situated on the Vembanad. Lake, in 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 offer comfortable accommodation and exclusive leisure options (on direct payment basis) like an Ayurvedic
massage, yoga, meditation, boating, fishing, angling and swimming.

Overnight at hotel in Kumarakom.

Post breakfast, enjoy a boat ride in small boat that takes you through a network of canals in and around Kumarakom. Soak in the sights and sounds of the riverine culture of the paddy growing area of “Kuttanad” as your boat rides through the lush green landscape.

Afternoon at leisure or opt for optional tour – visit to Vaikom Village- Vaikom is a quaint village just an hour’s drive from the city, and offers you a traditional welcome and a chance to witness the unhurried lifestyle of the villagers. See their simple homes and small workshops. On a walk through the village, you will stop briefly at the Khadi Weaving Centre to see villagers produce hand-spun and hand-woven cloth out of cotton, silk or wool yarns.

In the village center, you will also see how the local people earn their livelihoods. Ladies weave coir ropes from dried coconut husks, and you’ll see straw mats being woven out of wild pineapple leaves. Watch the local potter create a range of pots and vases, depicting ethnic designs in clay. You will be invited inside a local house for a chance to interact with the family members before you return back to hotel in Kumarakom.

Overnight at hotel in Kumarakom.

After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and drive to Cochin airport (approx. 75 Kms / 2.5 Hrs) to board our flight to onward destination.