Welcome ‘God’s Own Country ‘Kerala

Kerala is a land that is richly endowed with the best of nature. Be it its fine beaches, gorgeous hills, graceful lagoons coconut trees, green fields, waterfalls and backwaters, the place is as soothing as it can get awe-inspiring art and culture, this southern state on the western coast of India has something for every kind of traveler. Here is the ideal itinerary to get you started on your wanderlust-worthy trip to ‘God’s Own Country.

Day 01 Guruvayur

An ancient temple in South Dwarka

Arrive in Kerala via Cochin International Airport/Railway station. South India is home to many beautiful temples. Guruvayur Temple is one such temple. Guruvayur, located in the Thrissur district, is one of the most visited temples in Kerala. Guruvayur Temple is an important and popular pilgrimage center in Kerala. Guruvayur Temple is believed to be 5,000 years old. At that time it was known as “Loka Vaikuntha” (God’s abode on earth). The word ‘Guruvayur’ is said to be derived from the two words ‘Guru’ (advisor to the gods) and ‘Vayu’ (god of wind). The temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna, also known as Guruvayoorappan. Guruvayur Temple is also known as ‘Dakshina Dwarka’ (South Dwarka). Overnight stay at Guruvayur

 

Guruvayur:

GURUVAYUR DARSHAN TIMINGS
Nirmalyam	03:00am to 03:30am
Oilabhishekam, Vakacharthu, Sankhabhishekam	03:20am to 03:30am
Malar Nivedyam, Alankaram	03:30am to 04:15am
Usha Nivedyam	04:15am to 04:30am
Ethirettu pooja followed by Usha pooja	04:30am to 06:15am
Seeveli, Palabhishekam, Navakabhishekam, Pantheeradi Nivedyam, & Pooja	07:15am to 09:00am
Ucha pooja (the noon pooja)	11:30am to 12:30pm
Seeveli	04:30pm to 05:00pm
Deeparadhana	06:00pm to 06:45pm
Athazha pooja Nivedyam	06:00pm to 06:45pm
Athazha pooja	07:45pm to 08:15pm
Athazha seeveli	08:45pm to 09:00pm
Thrippuka, Olavayana	09:00pm to 09:15pm

 

Day 02 Munnar

Located in the Western Ghats of Kerala

Travel to Munnar, the land of verdant hills and tea plantations. Enroute visit Cheyyappara Waterfalls. Enjoying the scenic beauty & the marvelous high mountains with the low flying clouds passing by. Arrive Munnar and check in at the hotel. In the evening you can go sightseeing in Munnar and witness tea gardens spread like a green carpet over hundreds of kilometers, lush green hills, a place so difficult to describe. A very low population and pollution. Most of the area covered by Tata tea. Overnight stay at Munnar

 

Day 03 Munnar

It is one of the most famous hill stations in God’s own country

Morning Visit the Tea Museum, where you can learn all about the picking and processing of tea leaves. Move on to the actual tea plantations that surround the place. . Take a trip to Eravikulam National Park to catch a sight of the indigenous Nilgiri Tahr and drive to Mattupetty Dam. After visit Echo-point. Later, head to Kundala Lake. Kundala Lake or known as the Kundala dam is an artificial dam. Have fun going on boat rides and spotting the rare Neelakurinji flowers. You can also enjoy boating in the Lake. The evening goes for International Blossom (Hydel) Park and local shopping. Don’t forget to buy different varieties of tea and original spices and honey. Overnight stay at Munnar

 

Munnar:

Sightseen Places & Activities	Visiting Time	Holiday	Entry Fee
Tea Museum	09:00 am – 05:00 pm	Monday	INR: 75.00
Eravikulam National Park	08:00 am – 02:00 pm	Feb to Mar	INR: 200.00
KDHP Flower Garden	09:30 am – 05:00 pm	Nil	INR: 50.00
Mattupetty Dam Boating	09:00 am – 05:00 pm	Nil	INR: 500.00 – 1 to 4 pax
Echo Point	07:00 am – 06:00 pm	Nil	INR: 30.00
Kundala Dam Lake	09:00 am – 05:00 pm	Nil	INR: 100.00 – pedal boat
Spice Garden visit	08:00 am – 06:00 pm	Nil	INR: 100.00 – per pax
Kerala Ayurveda massage	08:00 am – 10:00 pm	Nil	INR: 1000.00 to 5000.00
Kathakali – Classical dance	05:00 pm – 06:00 pm	Nil	INR: 400.00 – per pax
Kalaripayattu – Art Show	06:00 pm – 07:00 pm	Nil	INR: 400.00 – per pax
Jeep Safari	05:00 am – 07:00 pm	Nil	INR: 2500.00 – per hour
Hot Air Balloon	7am –9am & 5pm–7pm	Nil	INR: 1500.00- per pax
Fun & Adventure Park	08:00 am – 07:00 pm	Nil	INR: 1000.00 – per pax

 

Day 04 Thekkady

Located at an elevation of 700 m above sea level in Idukki

Thekkady is a true paradise for wildlife and nature lovers and is one of the best tourist attractions to visit in ‘God’s Own Country, Kerala. This heavenly tourist destination with its cool climate, panoramic vistas, and undulated forests covered in lush greenery, serene ambience, and exotic wildlife sanctuary attracts scores of tourists from across the world, making it one of the most favored holiday destinations in the Southern state of Kerala. Afternoon, go for a boat ride and get a chance to take a look at the wild animals. Overnight stay at Thekkady

 

Thekkady:

Sightseen Places & Activities	Visiting Time	Holiday	Entry Fee
Periyar boat ride Timing	7:30am-12:45pm, 1:45pm-5:00pm	Nil	INR: 480.00
Bamboo Rafting	08:00 am – 05:00 pm	Nil	INR: 2000.00 per pax
Trekking	08:00 am – 05:00 pm	Nil	INR: 750.00 per pax
Elephant safari	08:00 am – 07:00 pm	Nil	INR: 400.00 per pax
Spice Garden visit	08:00 am – 06:00 pm	Nil	INR: 100.00 per pax
Kerala Ayurveda massage	08:00 am – 10:00 pm	Nil	INR: 1000.00 to 5000.00
Kathakali Classical dance	05:00 pm – 06:00 pm	Nil	INR: 400.00 per pax
Kalaripayattu Marshal Arts	06:00 pm – 07:00 pm	Nil	INR: 400.00 per pax
Jeep Safari (5 Pax Maximum)	05:00 am – 07:00 pm	Nil	INR: 2500.00 per hour

 

Day 05 Madurai

An ancient city over 2500 years old built by the Pandya king

Madurai this one of the oldest cities in the country. Rich in culture with ancient traditions, historical significance and natural beauty, Madurai is the city that represents the spirit of Tamil Nadu. This place of architectural wonders with every temple, every monument tells a story. Not only was it cultural capital, giving Madurai was the commercial capital of South India. Situated on the banks of the Vaigai River, the city of Madurai has a history dating back to the Sangam period of the pre-Christian era. It was the capital during the reign of the Pandya kings. There are many legends behind the history of Madurai. In the 6th century, King Pandya Kulasekara to build a fascinating temple and established the city around the same temple. According to some legends, during this time, God Shiva blessed the city and its people from him. It is created with a vision of him, nectar with his death, from the locks of Lord Shiva, leading to the name of Madhurapuri, who further became Madurai. It says that the name Madurai comes from the Tamil word, Mathuram which means sweet. It is believed that this city of Madurai, which was formerly a forest called Kadambavanam Forest, to attend the fine miracles performed by Lord Shiva, reasons why this city has a prominent place in Indian history and Hindu mythology. Overnight stay at Madurai

 

Madurai:

Sightseen Places & Activities	Visiting Time	Holiday	Entry Fee
Meenakshi Amman Temple	05:00 am – 12:30 pm & 04:00 pm – 10:00 pm	Nil	Nil
Thirumalai Nayak Palace	09:00 am – 05:00 pm	Nil	INR: 50.00

 

Day 06 Rameswaram

Famous island city of historical and mythological value

Rameshwaram is a city located on Pampan Island in the state of Tamil Nadu, in southeastern India. It is famous for the Ramanathaswamy Temple, a Hindu pilgrimage center with ornate hallways, large sculptural pillars, and holy water tanks. Devotees bathe in the water of the Agni Theertham on the beach east of the temple. Gandhamadana Parvat is a hill overlooking the island. Here it is said that a chakra (chakra) imprints the footprints of Lord Rama. The Ramanathaswamy Temple is located on a platform over five feet high and has long corridors inside that run between giant colonnades. The place is famous for its majestic corridors and huge sculptural pillars. The third longest Ramanathaswamy temple corridor in the world. Pilgrims visiting Rameshwaram cannot lose sight of Ramanatha Swamy, bathe in the 22 theerthams, and get rid of all sins. The three most revered Nayans [Saiva saints], Thirunavukkarasar, Sundarar and Jnanasambandar, glorified Ramanathasamy through his songs. It is connected to the mainland by the Puente de la Bomba. The beautiful beaches of Olikuda, Dhanushkodi and Pampan are other attractions in addition to the religious sights. Diving and winter migratory birds are also part of the recreation program. Rameshwaram’s main economic activities include commercial fishing on the high seas, gathering sea cucumbers, lobsters and prawns. Overnight stay at Rameshwaram

 

Rameswaram:

Sightseen Places & Activities	Visiting Time	Holiday	Entry Fee
Sri Ramanathaswamy Temple	05:00 am – 01:00 pm & 03:00 pm – 09:00	Nil	Nil
Dhanushkodi	06:00 am – 06:00 pm	Nil	Nil
Kalam National Memorial	09:00am – 01:00 pm & 02:00 pm – 05:00 pm	Nil	Nil
Pamban Bridge	24 Hours	Nil	Nil

 

Day 07 Kanyakumari

Part of Tamil Nadu unparalleled natural beauty

Kanyakumari is a coastal town in the southernmost state of Tamil Nadu, India. It is also famous for its beautiful views of sunrise and sunset. A multi-colored sand beach is a feature. Kanyakumari is also known as Cape Comorin, Kumari, Kumari Munai. It is a ‘rock’ in the Indian Ocean in Tamil Nadu, situated at the southern tip of the Indian Ocean. It is located at the confluence of three oceans, the Bay of Bengal, the Arabian Sea and the Indian Ocean. Kanyakumari is popular as it is the only place where you can watch the sunrise and sunset from the sea. It is the only place where you can enjoy the unique view of sunset and moonrise at the same time on full moon days. On Chitra-Purnima (full moon in April-May), when the sun and moon face each other on the same horizon, a unique, amazing and pre- arranged rare sight. Overnight stay at Kanyakumari

 

Kanyakumari:

Sightseen Places & Activities	Visiting Time	Holiday	Entry Fee
Sree Padmanabhapuram Palace	09:00 am – 04:30 pm	Monday	INR: 20.00
Vivekananda Rock Memorial	08:00 am – 05:00 pm	Nil	INR: 70.00
Thiruvalluvar Statue	09:00 am – 04:00 pm	Nil	Nil
Kumari Amman Temple	4:30am – 12:30pm & 4pm – 08pm	Nil	Nil
Gandhi Memorial	07:00 am – 07:00 pm	Nil	INR: 02:00
Sunset View Point	Reach the viewpoint before 6 pm	Nil	Nil
Thanumalayan Temple Suchindram	4:30am – 12pm & 5pm – 08:30pm	Nil	Nil

 

Day 08 Kovalam

Beach lovers first choice

Kovalam is an internationally renowned beach with three nearby Crescent beaches. It has been a favorite destination for tourists since 1930. A large rock on the beach created calm waters suitable for bathing in the sea. Kovalam is a small coastal city in the southern Indian state of Kerala, south of Thiruvananthapuram. At the southern end of Lighthouse Beach is a striped lighthouse with an observation deck. Palm-lined beaches include Hawa Beach and Sea Beach. To the south, the Marine Marine Research Aquarium displays the technology used in pearl production. The leisure options on this beach are very diverse. These include sunbathing, swimming, invigorating herbal massages, special cultural events, and catamaran cruises. The tropical sun acts very fast and in a few seconds you can see the coppery tan on the skin fade. Life on the beach begins well into the day and continues until late into the night. The beach complex includes inexpensive cabanas, Ayurveda health centers, convention facilities, shopping areas, swimming pools, Ayurveda massage and yoga centers. Overnight stay at Kovalam

 

Day 09 Kovalam

This is a beautiful beach supported by steep headlands

Thiruvananthapuram is a major tourist destination in India. Padmanabhaswamy Temple, located in the heart of the city, is considered to be one of the richest places of worship in the world. The city is also known for its unique architectural style that incorporates British and Dravidian influences into Kerala architecture. Examples are the Napier Museum, Zoo, Padmanabha Swamy Temple, Kuthira Malika Palace and the Thiruvananthapuram Golf Club Heritage Building. The major museums are the Kerala Science and Technology Museum (along with the Priyadarshini Planetarium), the Napier Museum, the Kerala Soil Museum and the Koykal Palace Museum. Overnight stay at Kovalam

 

Kovalam:

Sightseen Places & Activities	Visiting Time	Holiday	Entry Fee –Indians
Kovalam Beach	Any Time	Nil	Nil
Kuthiramalika Palace Museum	8:30am – 1:00pm & 3:00pm – 5:30pm	Monday	INR: 20.00
Napier Museum	09:00 am – 05:00 pm	Monday	INR: 20.00
Zoo	09:00 am – 05:00 pm	Monday	INR: 30.00
Sri Chitra Art Gallery	09:00 am – 05:00 pm	Monday	INR: 25.00
Natural History Museum	09:00 am – 05:00 pm	Monday	INR: 30.00
Aquarium	09:00 am – 05:00 pm	Monday	INR: 20.00
Priyadarshini Space Planetarium	10am – 12pm & 03 pm – 05 pm	Monday	INR: 60.00
Space Planetarium Show (Eng.)	12:00 pm	Monday
Poovar boating – 4 pax Max	08:00 am – 06:00 pm	Nil	INR: 2000.00 Hr.

 

Padmanabhaswamy Temple Timing
Morning	03:15 am – 04:15 am	06:30 am – 07:00 am	08.30 am – 10:00 am
	10:30 am – 11:10 am		11:45 am – 12:00 pm
Evening	05:00 pm – 06:15 pm		06:45 pm – 07:20 pm

 

Jatayu Earth Center
Sightseen Places & Activities	Visiting Time	Holiday	Entry Fee
Jatayu Earth Centre	10:00 am – 06:00 pm	Nil	Rs: 400.00
15 Adventure Activities	10:00 am – 04:00 pm	Nil	Rs: 1000.00
Trekking and Paintball	03:00 pm – 06:30 pm	Nil	Rs: 1300.00
15 Adventures Activities and Trekking	10:00 am – 06:00 pm	Nil	Rs: 1500.00
15 Adventures Activities and Paintball	10:00 am – 04:00 pm	Nil	Rs: 1800.00
All Activities, Paintball and Trekking	10:00 am – 06:00 pm	Nil	Rs: 2300.00
Full Day Activities	10:00 am – 06:00 pm	Nil	Rs: 3500.00

 

Day 10 Alleppey

Riding a Houseboat is an enchanting experience

Alappuzha or Alleppey is a real glory in the southern state of Kerala. It is a small area of ​​Kerala and looks like a small heaven on earth. Often regarded as the “Venice of the East” by many travellers, this backwater state is simply the most beautiful state in Kerala. One of the best resorts in Kerala, Alleppey is a beautiful and utterly pristine place. This scenic destination, Alleppey is just a one-stop destination to go on while in Kerala. Alleppey (or Alappuzha) is a city on the shores of the Rockdadive Ocean in the southern Indian state of Kerala. It is best known for visiting the quiet canals and lakes of Kerala Lake by houseboat. Alappuzha Beach is home to the 19th century Alappuzha Lighthouse. Mullakkal Temple is the traditional design of the city. The Snake Lake Punnamada Boat Race is a popular annual event. Overnight stay at Alappuzha

 

Alleppey:

Sightseen Places & Activities	Visiting Time	Holiday	Entry Fee
Shikara boat Ride	06:00 am – 06:00 pm	Nil	INR: 750.00 – per hour
Houseboat ride	Depending on boat ride	Nil	INR: 8000.00 – 50,000.00
Kayaking	06:00 am – 06:00 pm	Nil	INR: 750.00 – One Hour
Alleppey Beach	24 Hour	Nil	No Fee

 

Day 11 Drop Cochin

Drive to Cochin Airport/railway station. As all good things have to come to an end, this tour also comes to an end, leaving behind sweet memories of your visit for us…… And life’s most memorable moments for you to take back
Optional: (If time permits, visit the tourist attractions in and around Kochi)

Package inclusion

• Accommodation on twin sharing basis
• Only non-ac rooms are provided on hill stations.
• In houseboat- full meals (breakfast/lunch/dinner)
• Transportation by ac vehicle as per the tour itinerary.
• As per the itinerary Sightseen at all places
• Free use of all hotel faculties
• All applicable taxes such as toll charges, parking charges, permits etc.

Package exclusion

• Any monastery entrance fees, any joy ride or rafting.
• Airline/railway Tickets
• Any accident insurance.
• Medical expenses and insurance of any kind.
• Tips, laundry, liquors, wines, telephone charges, camera fee, driver, guides, at restaurants and items of personal nature nor does it includes any gratuity to your tour escort.
• Any expenses arising out of unforeseen circumstances like flight delay / cancellation/hike in fare, strike or any other natural calamities or any emergency evacuation expenses.
• Any other item not mentioned in the cost includes section.
• Any increase in taxes or fuel leading to an increase in surface transport.