Day 1 Arrival in Kochi & Local Exploration

• Arrive at Cochin International Airport (COK) and transfer to your hotel in Fort Kochi.
• Spend the afternoon exploring the historic Fort Kochi area on foot, visiting the Chinese fishing nets (most picturesque at sunset), St. Francis Church, and the Indo-Portuguese Museum.
• In the evening, consider watching a traditional Kathakali dance performance.

 Day 2: Kochi to Munnar (Hill Station)

• After breakfast, drive to the picturesque hill station of Munnar (approx. 4 hours).
• Enjoy scenic views of Cheeyappara and Valara waterfalls en route.
• Check into your hotel and spend the evening relaxing or taking a gentle walk through a nearby tea estate.

Day 3: Munnar Sightseeing

• Explore Munnar's key attractions, which are primarily centered around its natural beauty and tea plantations.
• Visit the Eravikulam National Park, home to the endangered Nilgiri Tahr mountain goat.
• See the Mattupetty Dam and enjoy a speedboat ride on the lake, followed by a visit to the Tata Tea Museum to learn about tea processing.
• Visit Echo Point and Top Station for panoramic views of the surrounding hills.

Day 4: Munnar to Thekkady (Wildlife)

• Drive to Thekkady, the location of the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary (approx. 3-4 hours).
• After checking into your hotel, go for a shared or private boat ride on Periyar Lake to spot wildlife like elephants, wild boars, and sambar deer on the shore.
• In the evening, you can explore a spice plantation or watch a Kalaripayattu (traditional martial arts) show.

Day 5: Thekkady to Alleppey (Backwaters)

• Proceed to Alleppey (Alappuzha), known as the "Venice of the East" for its stunning backwaters.
• Check into a traditional houseboat for an overnight cruise through the serene backwater canals. All meals are typically provided onboard.
• Enjoy the unique experience of gliding past villages, paddy fields, and palm trees, watching local life along the water's edge.

Day 6: Alleppey to Kovalam (Beach)

• After breakfast on the houseboat, disembark and drive to the renowned beach destination of Kovalam (approx. 4 hours).
• Spend the day unwinding at the beautiful Lighthouse Beach or Hawa Beach. The town offers opportunities for Ayurvedic treatments or simply relaxing by the sea.

Day 7: Departure from Trivandrum

• Enjoy breakfast before checking out.
• Depending on your flight schedule, you can take a short trip to Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram) to visit the Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple or the Napier Museum.
• Proceed to the Trivandrum International Airport (TRV) for your onward journey.