On arrival at Kochi International Airport meet and drive to Munnar, the most beautiful hill station on the Western Ghats; at an elevation of about 1600 meters above sea level.
Visit tapioca and banana plantations en route to the hills of Munnar. Observe the largest surviving populaton of the Nilgiri Tahr at Eravikulam National Park, situated at 30 kms from the hill stations of Munnar. Once the summer resort of British Government, the hill stations of Munnar live upto its name as the most sought after hill station in South India.
On arrival at Munnar hill station, check-in at the C7 RESORT HOTEL for a couple of nights. Make the most of your day with your own activities or lean back, relax and breathe the fresh air of Munnar Hills, before an overnight stay at the C7 resort hotel.
Famous for its tea gardens and nearly 55,000 acres of plantation tea, Munnar looks like a lavish green carpet on earth. Places to visit at Munnar tea gardens include:
Have an interesting visit to the local market before retiring overnight at the C7 RESORT HOTEL.
After breakfast, drive to Thekkady Forest. The drive from Munnar Hills to Periyar Sanctuary will be an unforgettable experience through the Cardamom Hills and by the valleys and hills that rise from the surroundings. Experience one of the best drivesduring your exotic honeymoon tour!
The very sound of the word Thekkady conjures-up images of elephants, unending chains of hills and spice-scented plantations. In the Periyar region of Thekkady Forest is one of the finest wildlife reserves in India, which is spread across the entire district with picturesque plantations and hill towns that hold great opportunities for treks and mountain walks. On arrival, check-in at HOTEL AMBADI for the night after going for a 2 hour boat cruise in the lake to watch wild animals in the evening.
After breakfast, drive to Alleppey, one of the most beautiful backwater site in this state. Later, arrive at Kumarakom. On arrival, check-in to the backwater resort for one night. Alleppey has a large network of canals and is a center for backwater cruises in our state. Situated on the Vembanad Lake, in this small water world you'll come across plenty of traditional country crafts with boats and canoes which will take you into the heart of the scenic lake. Rest of the day free to relax. Overnight at KONDAI LIP BACKWATER RESORT.
Morning after breakfast, check out from the resort and drive to Kochi airport for departure. If time permits you can do a short orientation trip of Kochi to view St. Francis church, Mattancherry palace, Jewish synagogue and Chinese fishing nets.
Validity: 1st Oct 2013 to 31st Mar 2014 (Season)*
* Season rate is not valid in peak season. ie from 20th Dec 2013 to 15th Jan 2014
Cochin Airport – Cochin
01 hour 30 Minutes
Cochin – Munnar
04 hours
Munnar – Periyar
04 hours
Periyar – Alleppey
04 hours
Alleppey – Cochin
02 hours