Cochin, is former name of Kochi, popularly known as the Queen of the Arabian Sea, is a busy commercial hub rich in spice trading. It is the centre of world spice trade for many centuries. It is emerging cosmopolitan city with busy life on streets, on the other hand it is also financial, commercial & industrial capital of Kerela. Its great to see that Kochi is the only city ot have underwater metro system which is world’s largest electric boat metro transportation infrastructure.
While you travel to Fort Kochi, you’ll feel a different time period. The fort is settled into history & culture through ages. Kochi is a place with beautiful monuments & variety of linguistic & ethenic community such as Arabian, Dutch, Phoenician, Portuguese, Chinese, and British influences.
Alleppey, officially known as Alappuzha, famous among the travellers is also known as “Venice of East”. The is an immensely beautiful town, embraced by Arabian Sea in the west & many lakes, lagoons & freshwater rivers. Alleppey offers a unique experience with lush paddy fields, traditional houseboats in serene water & coconut groves.
This town is also famous for its Nehru Trophy Boat Race where tourists come across the globe. This town has rich cultural heritage & natural beauty, which makes it a must visit destination for travellers which assures peace of mind amidst nature’s beauty
Located in the Idukki district of Kerela, Thekkady is a beautiful hill station adorned with lush greenery, amazing landscapes & diverse wildlife. Here is the famous Periyar National Park, which is a sanctuary that has variety of animals which are even exotic in their natural habitat. The beautiful Periyar lake which is located within the park have the facilities of boat cruises which offers travellers unique experience to watch wildlife along the water edges.
The spice plantation of Thekkady is another famous spot where one can explore & learn more about cultivation of spices such as pepper, vanilla & cardamom. Along with these it has variety of outdoor activity too like trekking, nature walks, bamboo rafting. Thekaddy is a heaven for adventure enthusiast as well as nature lover.
Munnar, the mesmerising hill-station in the Western Ghats of Kerala, is famous for its amazing rolling hills, cool climate, beautiful valleys & tea plantation. Also referred to as the “Kashmir of South India”, it’s a place of natural beauty. Located along the banks of three beautiful rivers – Madupetti, Nallathanni, and Periavaru, Munnar also have vast tea plantations & natural bird sanctuaries. Here you can also explore the tea museums & factories to learn more about the process of tea production. It have a rich biodiversity & breath-taking scenery, makes it a perfect gataway dor trekkers & nature lovers.
During the Sangam Period Madurai was a major cultural & commercial centre & also India’s most iconic pilgrimage destination. It is famous for rich culture & vibrant festivals majorly the Meenakshi Thirukalyanam.
This city is also famous for fragment flowers which include sambac jasmine which fills Nandan Market with hundred of strings. Another importants places include Meenakshi Amma Temple known for it amazing Dravadian architecture.
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A historic city in Tamil Nadu, Thanjavor is known for its rich cultural heritage. It played an important role in development of South Indian art, architecture & literature. Thanjavor is also famous for its traditional dance Bharatnatyam, classical Tanjore paintings & Carnatic music. It also have a UNESCO world heritage site Brihadeswarar Temple which is famous for its grand architecture. Often called as “Rice Bowl of Tamil Nadu” Thanjavor have extensive rice cultivation & also known for traditional handicrafts like Tanjore dolls & intricate bronze work.
Pondicherry officially known as Puducherry is a coastal city in South India. It is famous for its French colonial heritage & Indian culture. Major sites to visit include French Quarter, Auroville (an experimental township), the Promenade Beach, and the Sri Aurobindo Ashram.
It is a historic coastal town in Tamil Nadu famous for its amazing rock-cut temples & monuments which are of 7th & 8th centuries. It is also considered as World Heritage Site for its ancient architecture, beautiful beaches & intricate stone craving.
Mumbai, the “City of Dreams”, is a bustling financial capital of India & also the largest city in the country. The location of it along the Arabian Sea makes it a beautiful city with diverse culture, fast-paced life & historic landmark.
The most famous iconic landmark Gateway of India, & Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus,is also a UNESCO World Heritage site & architectural marvel. The most famous Marine Drive also called as “Queen’s Necklace” due to due to its twinkling night lights & another charm of Mumbai is Juhu beach provides an endless experience.
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When you arrive at Cochin Airport, our team will ensure your warm welcome with a sign board, ensuring your smooth journey.
For those who are arriving early, they have 2 options to explore coachin. Head to local sightseeing tour of Kochi.
You can begin by Sain Francis Church, an amazing monuments of Kochi. Then you can visit Old Paradise Synagogue which is the oldest active synagogue in the Commonwealth of Nations.
Then you can visit Mattancherry Palace, which is a Portuguese palace popularly known as Dutch palace. Overnight stay will be at hotel in Kochi.
A 1-hour and 20-minute drive, covering 55 kilometres.
Reach Alleppey by noon & check-in a well-booked beautiful houseboat. Enjoy boat cruise through mesmerising Vembanad Lake enjoying experience of backwater cruising.
As you travel narrow strips of land you can witness amazing life of livelihoods of fishing communities, women immersed in their daily lives & children swimming.
You’ll witness amazing spots along the way, feel free to explore them.
A scenic 3-hour and 30-minute drive, of 140 kilometres, to Thekkady
Early morning you can go on a guided jungle hike & bamboo rafting at Periyar National Park. This will take around 6 hours & visiting there means exploring nature around & enjoying peaceful nature. There are many chances you get to witness the elephant herd in the jungle while hiking.
After that you can enjoy Bamboo rafting on the Periyar Lake, where also you’ll have the chance to see wildlife and explore one of India’s exceptional animal sanctuaries.
You can also see fragrant spice market which has cinnamon, pepper & cardamom.
Venture into the fragrant spice plantations, where cardamom, cinnamon, pepper, and coffee thrive.
At evening you can see kathakali Dance which is very famous for of Indian classical dance.
A 3-hour drive, covering 90 kilometres to Munnar.
Entering Munnar on the way you can witness world’s largest tea-growing region. After reaching you can go to see Kalaripayattu show which is an ancient martial art that originated in Kerala.
Next day morning you can go to guided trek tour which will be 3-hour trekking tour covering 9km of walking which include grassland, tea plantations & rocks.
Next you can visit Munnar Tea Museum which preserve the aspects of the origin of tea plantation.
Next you can also visit Pothamedu Viewpoint,a amazing spot which offers panoramic view of valley. You can also visit Muthirapuzha River & Idukki Dam, the view from there is impressive which offers hill slopes view.
A 2-hour flight to Mumbai.
Visit the most famous template dedicated to Goddess of Wealth, The Meenakshi Amman Temple.
It is oldest & one of the most famous temples in India, also it has a great historical & mythological significance. You can visit Madurai Flower market which is one of the biggest in Tamil Nadu. Next you can visit Gandhi Museum which was built in 1959.
A 3-hour drive of 190 kilometres to Thanjavur.
On the way you can visit Airavatesvara Temple built in 12th century. It is a lord Shiva Temple which is also recognized as UNESCO world Heritage site & also known as ”Great Living Chola Temples”.
Next visit Thanjavur Royal palace & Museum which have amazing art & royal collection. You can visit Thanjavur Brass-work shops, which have tradiotnal handicraft of Tamil Nadu.
Visit Brihadeeshwara Temple also a UNESCO world heritage site which is perfect model of great heights achieved in architecture by the Chola rulers.
A 4-hour and 20-minute drive of 170 kilometres.
Pondicherry is the Union Territory of India. Visit French Quarter which are colonial buildings. Visit The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, which is oriental specimen of Gothic architrecture.
Later explore Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple, dedicated to Lord Ganesha. In the evening you can hangout at Pondicherry beaches which have unique charm.
A 2-hour drive, covering 100 kilometers.
A beautiful city with vast casuarinas trees, silvery sandy beach, classical handmade crafts & mesmerising ancient architecture.
Visit the most famous monument, Shore Temple which is made of granite in 8th century CE.
Later you can visit Pancha Ratha which is a set of 5 different monuments each is named after Pandavas of epic ”Mahabharat” & their family. Then you can visit Cave Temple which is located on the hillock of the town.
A 2-hour flight to Mumbai.
Dive in Mumbai’s busy life. Visit Gateway of India, which is the most famous tourist attraction.
Next you can head to Taj Mahal Palace Hotel followed by Victoria Terminus station. It is a world heritage site & historic railway station. It has great artwork of Victorian-Gothic style of architecture. You can also visit Mani Bhawan, Haji Ali & Jain temple. You can alsi visit Dharavi, an area where famous movie shoot happens including Oscar-winning “Slumdog Millionaire”.
After discovering & exploring & taking back the beautiful memories from India, you’re all set ready for your journey back to your home. Your dedicated driver will ensure you reach the airport promptly on time, in accordance with your flight schedule.
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