Kerala, often called “God’s Own Country,” is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. Located on the southwestern coast of India, it features a diverse landscape that includes lush green hills, serene backwaters, and beautiful beaches.
Kerala’s backwaters are a highlight, consisting of a network of lagoons, canals, and lakes that provide a tranquil setting for houseboat cruises. This unique ecosystem is surrounded by palm trees and vibrant local life, making it an ideal spot for relaxation and exploration. The beaches, such as Kovalam and Varkala, are famous for their golden sands and gentle waves, attracting visitors looking to unwind in the sun .The Western Ghats mountain range offers breathtaking views and is home to tea plantations, wildlife sanctuaries, and rich biodiversity. Popular hill stations like Munnar and Wayanad are known for their cool climate and scenic landscapes, providing a stark contrast to the coastal areas.
Kerala is also celebrated for its cultural richness. Traditional art forms, such as Kathakali, a classical dance-drama, showcase elaborate costumes and storytelling through expressive movements. Festivals like Onam and Vishu reflect the vibrant culture and community spirit of the state, with colorful celebrations and traditional boat races .Moreover, Kerala is famous for its Ayurvedic treatments, which focus on holistic healing and wellness, attracting visitors from around the globe seeking rejuvenation .In summary, Kerala’s beauty lies in its harmonious blend of natural wonders, cultural traditions, and warm hospitality, making it a captivating destination for travelers
Namaste! Welcome to India!
You would experience the serenity of Kerala even before reaching here, from the small glass of your plane where you can witness greenery all around through the clouds. We are looking forward to meet you at the Kochi international airport and start this surreal journey.
With pleasant climate calling home a range of birds to the fragrance of spices luring you, every step you take will add on to the list of your experience. You can surrender yourself to this paradise and mingle in the clouds that would enter your hotel room through the huge windows. Make sure to take good rest and get ready to welcome the coming week as it is going to bring in a whole new vibe.
Overnight stay at hotel.
After breakfast at hotel now, it’s time to get intrigued by the lush green tea plantation hill station Munnar, beholding the picturesque with local workers working with pride and smile, creating an ambience of warmth all around. This drive to Munnar will be one of the smoothest rides every crossing the lush greenery, tress on the dividers, clean and trafficless roads, breath filled with freshness, traditional cottage and people moving in their tradition attires. It would be less of a ride and more of a dive in the real culture of Kerala.
Over-night stay at Hotel.
Chai( tea) has been an integral part of Indian culture, ranging from sipping it while chit chatting or brewing it as a medicine. Every sip of it rejuvenates you for the coming task. The most captivating part is the story behind it’s preparation. With fresh leaves being hand picked by the local women labourers in their hand made bamboo baskets to drying it under the sun and processing in the factory you be witness the entire journey.
The guide would help you to understand this in great depths while strolling through the aromatic tea plantations. 100 years old TATA tea factory also known as Tea Museum has nurtured this tradition and will walk you through the whole mechanism. Be a part of the entire process while sipping freshly prepared tea and get some for friends and family back home.
The one apt word for Munnar would be alluring with it’s exotic wildlife, exalted hills where the clouds would kiss your face, manicured tea gardens and the dedicated panoramic view of the magnificent Western Ghats.
Awe- inspiring visit to the Mattupetty Dam which offers several fascinating delights to nature lovers, especially the lush green tea plantations and the rolling grass or a bewitching trek tour through the manicured tea gardens. The know how of the tour guide would further polish your trek.
After an exciting day you deserve a good rest but the glimpse of the day would surely make your dreams worth seeing.
Over-night stay at Hotel.
After having breakfast at the hotel, we will head towards Periyar.
Enjoy rafting on the calm water sitting on a bamboo raft which exhibits its authenticity surpassing some of the most wealthiest forest tracts of Periyar Tiger Reserve. With the chirps of exotic birds smoothly flying in the area greeting you a warm welcome to the enthralling view of arboreal animals like giant squirrel and Nilgiri langurs swinging on the branches, colossal elephant gaur and sambar on the banks of the lake gently sipping water, the entire view is picturesque.
Adorn yourself in the traditional attire with the white chandan tilak, enhancing the look. Be a part of the herd of the elephants and pamper them, have a thrilling experience in scrubbing their huge bodies with the elephants spraying water with their trunk, find solace in feeding them and accumulate the adventure of riding on their back.
You will not be able to control your amusement while watching the Kalaripayattu-the oldest of martial arts which is not only known for its form but its legacy all round the world
The adventure would reach its peak during the stay in the jungle lodge, in the lap of nature among the chirping of the birds, butterflies all around, sounds of the exotic animals. Let us wake up before dawn and stroll in the jungle trail accompanied by the naturalist guide to unlock every mystery of the jungle moving slowly towards the Periyar Lake to spot the wildlife ther
Over-night stay at hotel.
Accumulating all this experience we would proceed to Alleppey a cluster of little islands on Venbanad Lake which offers a unique experience of backwaters as well favorite haunts of several migratory birds.
Once we are back to the resort you can engage yourself in a list of pursuits ranging from the fulfilling bird watching to relaxing body massages, from engaging traditional cooking activities to fun fishing or you can simply walk around in the village to soak in what traditional life of the locals feel like.
Over-night stay at houseboat.
Post breakfast we will start the sightseeing of Kochi city. You would start by unwrapping the deep history by visiting the St. Francis church which has marked its presence since 1503 and today stands magnificently as the oldest European Church. Feel the thrill while trying the oldest fishing technique called the Chinese Fishing Nets which works on the principle of balance. This would fill you with excitement and do not forget to click your picture while fishing.
After that we would advance to Mattanncherry, the land which is known for its hospitality and acceptance. The few jew families thriving in the JEW TOWN has their existence rooted here since 15th century. Explore the architectural excellence of the elegant JEWISH SYNAGOUGE with handmade Chinese tiles and Belgium chandeliers stealing your heart. Scout on the ancient lanes to be directed to Mattancherry palace which was scrupulously built in traditional Kerala architecture by the Portuguese as a gift to the king to win him hearts in exchange of the favor of establishing trading relation. From intriguing collection of mural painting to antique royal regalia, the palace has a tale of heritage to unfold. Take a whiff of the spices in the spice market and you would be captivated by its aroma and pristine flavors.
Your hearts will bounce with joy when you will be an audience to the Kathakali dance show which will spread it’s lively with painted face, their expressions narrating a story, precise yet flawless movements and their stunning costumes. Kathakali proves that dance is a medium of language and this is the one moment you will always remember when you would thing of any art form.
Overnight stay at the Hotel.
Morning post breakfast you will proceed to visit the market of Kochi for the shopping, to create memories of the beautiful place and take the along with you to your home. Take some great souvenirs with you for you and your loved ones.
After the shopping we will heat towards Airport to board our flight to home.
Glad to be a part of your journey.
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