DRIVE COCHIN – MUNNAR (130 KMS – 4 HRS)
After a delightful breakfast, check out and begin your journey to Munnar, often referred to as the “Kashmir of the South.” Along the way, soak in the stunning landscapes of Kerala, with its beautiful waterfalls, towering mountains, and clouds gently drifting by. The entire region is blanketed with dense forests and expansive tea plantations. Munnar is renowned for its jungle honey, tea, and the rare ‘Neela Kurunji’ flower, which blooms only once every 12 years. En route, stop at the Cheeyappara Waterfalls, one of the most picturesque and popular attractions in the area, where the water cascades down in seven steps, creating a spectacular view.

Upon arrival, check into your hotel and unwind in the comfort of your room after a day of adventure. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure, enjoying Munnar’s breathtaking scenery. Later, relax and savor a delicious dinner before settling in for the night.
• Meals: Breakfast & Dinner, Evening Tea/Coffee

MUNNAR- THEKKADY (100km, 3 hrs)

After a hearty breakfast, check out from the hotel and embark on a scenic drive through the cardamom hills to Thekkady. Upon arrival, check into your resort and relax in the comfort of your room. After lunch, visit the spice plantations, including cardamom, pepper, coffee, and tea estates. On your way back, you may stop by the local market to purchase some fragrant spices.

For wildlife enthusiasts, Thekkady is a must-visit destination. It is home to one of India’s largest wildlife sanctuaries, featuring dense forests and rich biodiversity. The Periyar Tiger Reserve, where the elusive Great Indian Tiger resides, offers a chance to witness wildlife in their natural habitat—if lucky, you may spot a tiger by the lake.

Thekkady offers a variety of activities:
1. Periyar Boat Ride
2. Elephant Ride
3. Spice Plantation Tour
4. Optional Ayurvedic Massage
5. Witness Kerala’s traditional art forms: Kathakali and Kalaripayattu

End the day with a delicious dinner and an overnight stay at the Thekkady resort.
• Meals: Breakfast & Dinner, Evening Tea/Coffee

ALLEPPEY – KOVALAM (170 km, 4 hrs 30 min)
After a fantastic south Indian breakfast in your houseboat this morning, get driven to Kovalam. Kovalam is a beach town on the Arabian Sea in Kerala, India, some 18 kilometres south of the city centre. It is part of the Thiruvananthapuram metropolitan area. In the native language, Kovalam refers to a coconut grove. However, in the early 1970s, Kovalam became well-known as a stopover for hippies on their route to Ceylon on the Hippie Trail. This departure marked the beginning of Kerala’s metamorphosis from a sleepy fishing village to one of the country’s most prominent tourist destinations.
Three separate beaches are formed by protruding rocky outcrops and a prominent Lighthouse, which is named after one of the beaches. Before retiring to your resort hotel with a magnificent beach view from your window, watch the sun set over the ocean and take a lengthy walk through the white sands.
• Meals: Breakfast & Dinner, Tea / Coffee In the Evening

KOVALAM
This day is free for you to explore Kovalam at your own pace. You might want to take a leisurely stroll along its stunning beaches. Kovalam boasts a 17-kilometer coastline with three beaches separated by rocky formations, together forming the iconic crescent of Kovalam Beach. On moonlit nights, this beach paradise offers a picturesque scene with its towering rock promontory and the serene bay of blue waves.

The southernmost beach, Lighthouse Beach, is the most popular among visitors, named after the 35-meter-tall Vizhinjam Lighthouse perched on Kurumkal hill. The other two beaches are Hawah Beach, also known as Eve’s Beach, bustling with activity as fishermen set sail, and the peaceful Samudra Beach.

Kovalam is also renowned for its Ayurveda therapies, so you can indulge in a relaxing session if you wish. End the day with dinner and an overnight stay at your hotel or resort in Kovalam.
• Meals: Breakfast & Dinner, Evening Tea/Coffee