MGST KL PKG 09

Arrival at Kochi airport OR Ernakulam (South or North) railway station. Our driver will meet you and proceed to Thekkady. On arrival, check-in at your hotel. If time permits then proceed for Thekkady sightseeing or else day at your leisure. Overnight stay at Thekkady hotel.

About Thekkady: Thekkady is considered a heaven for natural spices such as black pepper, cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg, nut mace, ginger, and clove.  The Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is spread across 777 km2 (300 sq mi), of which 360 km2 (140 sq mi) is a thick evergreen forest. The wildlife sanctuary was declared a tiger reserve in 1978. The splendid artificial lake formed by the Mullaperiyar Dam across the Periyar River adds to the charm of the park. This gem of a place is encompassed by enchanting beautiful lakes, layers of spice plantations and deep forests. The best part is that you can cover Thekkady in a day.

Activities available in Thekkady: Periyar boating (Boating timing: 7.30 AM, 9.30 AM, 11.15 AM, 01.45 PM & 3.30 PM), Plantation walk, Bamboo rafting, Jungle safari, Birds watch, Spice Plantation visit & Spice shopping, Elephant Ride etc. can be done at an extra cost.

After breakfast, checkout from the hotel and proceed to Alappuzha. On arrival, check-in at your hotel. If time permits then proceed for Alappuzha sightseeing or else day at your leisure. Overnight stay at Alappuzha hotel.

About Alappuzha: It is best known for houseboat cruises along the rustic Kerala backwaters, a network of tranquil canals and lagoons. Punnamada Lake's snake boat race & Nehru Trophy boat race are well-known annual event.

Alappuzha places of visit: International Coir Museum (9:30 AM to 5 PM / Monday closed), Ravi Karunakaran museum (9 AM to 5 PM / Monday closed), Alappuzha lighthouse (9 AM to 11:45 AM & 2 PM to 5:30 PM / Monday closed), Alappuzha beach and local shopping (famous for handicrafts items made of coconut shell, bamboo, cane etc.)

After breakfast, checkout from the hotel and proceed to Kochi airport OR Ernakulam (South or North) railway station for your departure with a contented feeling about a wonderful holiday you spend in the “God’s Own Country” with the taste of Kerala to cherish.  (TOUR ENDS)