Classic Kerala

Day 1: Cochin

Transfer from Airport to Hotel.

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Half Day Ethnic Tour of Fort Kochi

British, had destroyed most of the fort walls and its bastions. Today, remains of this once imposing structure can be seen along the beach. The next visit is to the St.Francis CSI Church, the oldest European church in India built in 1503, where the Portuguese explorer Vasco de Gama was originally buried. Pass by the Santa Cruz Basilica, one of the finest and imposing churches in India. Follow your local journey with a tuk-tuk ride – the most popular mode of transport among the localities, go along with your local tour and stop at the Dhobi Khana (laundry station), established by the Dutch in 1720 for washing their army uniforms. A group of washer folk continues to toil as they have done for more than half a century. Continue through the small streets of Mattanchery, and arrive at the Fruit market on Palace road where locals get a variety of fresh and organic produces at bargained prices. Don’t miss a stop at the Spice Market too, where the exotic odor of the finest ginger, cloves, cardamom, turmeric, and pepper emanate from the spice warehouses lining the street. Make a pause and have one “meter tea” at one of the tea stalls. Later on, take an opportunity to interact with a Brahmin Family in their home. The Brahmin is the highest of the four Hindu castes of priests and scholars of Vedic literature, their traditional occupation is to conduct rites at marriages, births, and other auspicious occasions. While there, you will observe a Kolam demonstration and find out about this traditional custom of drawing in the entrance of the house with sparkling powders or fresh flowers, to invite the Goddess Laxmi to bring luck and prosperity. You will also be invited to a Konkan family in their house to try out some squiggly lines drawn on your hands.

Day 2: Munnar

Half day tour of Munnar.

Munnar is the nature-lover’s paradise. Snuggling in the green and serene Kannan Devan Hills lies the quite and restful resort of Munnar. Panoramic views of low-flying clouds and mist filled valleys make it a pretty little heaven with a cool bracing climate. It was opened up out of virgin forests a century ago by pioneering planters. Within its remote and elderly churches - gracious, stone-structures with ancient chandeliers and rosewood pews. A little beyond lies Anaimudi, South India's highest peak. In the vicinity is the Eravikulam National Park, the home of the endangered Nilgiri Thar that roams on a stretch of grassland or is seen climbing the pinnacles of the undulating hills. Here you can have a glimpse of a Gaur, Langur, Lion-tailed macaque, and Elephants roaming in herds. Thereafter, you will go for a stroll in Tea Estates. Meet the local people engaged in tea Industry.

Day 3: Munnar

Full day at leisure.

Time to relax or free for own activities (No Services required)

Day 4: Alleppey

Drive from Munnar to Thekkady, which is also known as Periyar (110 KMS / 3.30 Hours).

Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel.

Day 5: Alleppey

You will be driven to Cochin Airport (100 KMS / 01 Hour.30 Min).

Upon arrival proceed to the airport to board your flight for onward destination.

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