Discover Kerala
Mumbai-Mangalore-Bekal-Wayanad-Kozhikode-Kochi-Thekkady-Kumarakom-Kollam-Varkala-Thiruvananthapuram-Kovalam
Day 1: Mumbai
Arrival at Mumbai.Our representative will welcome and transfer to the hotel.Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 2: Mumbai
After breakfast full day city tour of Mumbai, visiting Hanging Garden, Marine Drive, <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'DBG','BOM','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Dhobi Ghat</a>, Vidhan Sabha, Malabar Hill & Prince of Wales Musuem. Evening at leisure on the most happening place of the local people of Mumbai city - Choupatty beach.Overnight at hotel.
On arrival at Mangalore, drive straight to Bekal.Check-in hotel. Evening visit the Bekal Fort. This fort is the largest and the best-preserved fort in Kerala. The sea bastions, underground tunnels and the observation tower are impressive. The Bekal fort is located on a vast 35-acre headland that runs into the Arabian Sea.Overnight at hotel.
Day 4: Mangalore
After breakfast Drive to Wayanad. Afternoon Drive to Vythiri to visit Lakkidi, The gateway to Wayanad, situated 700 mts above sea level, at the crust of Thamarassery Ghat pass. Lofty peaks, gurgling streams and luxurious forests add magic to the journey up the winding roads to this hill station. Also visit the <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'AWO','WYD','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Pookot Lake</a>. The perennial fresh water lake, nestled among wooded hills, is an only one of its kind in Kerala. It has been developed as a recreational centre having boating facilities, children's park, fresh water aquarium etc. Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at leisure. Today one can opt to trek around the region as there are many trekking routes. Or else, visit the <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'AWL','WYD','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Wayanad wildlife sanctuary</a>. Time permitting one can also visit the Sentinal Rock Waterfalls (Soochippara) a three-step waterfall more than 200 mts in height. Soochipara can be reached by a scenic 2 kms. nature walk. Also, the Wayanad Heritage Museum is worth a visit. This Museum is home to an interesting collection of artefacts that shed light on the history, culture and heritage of Wayanad region. Overnight at hotel.
Day 6: Wayanad
After breakfast drive to Calicut (Kozhikhode). On arrival check in hotel. Later, enjoy a half-day sightseeing tour visiting Mananchira, which was the palace tank now converted into a traditional architectural splendour, Marine Life Aquarium; the piers at Kozhikhode beach and <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'ABK','KZD','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Kappad</a>, the place where Vasco da Gama set foot for the first time when he came to India.Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 7: Wayanad
Early morning visit Dolphin's point, a good place to watch dolphins playing in the sea. Breakfast at hotel followed by a drive to Cochin (Kochi). On arrival check in hotel. Evening free for relaxation.Overnight at hotel.
After breakfast, a half-day guided tour of the city visiting Fort Kochi, with its European heritage, St. Francis' Church, <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'AG9','COK','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Chinese Fishing Nets</a>, <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'AH9','COK','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Dutch Palace</a> and <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'AJ9','COK','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Jewish Synagogue</a>. After lunch, drive on to Thekkady. Evening at leisure to shop at the handicraft and spice shops.Overnight stay at the hotel
Day 9: Kozhikode
Take an early morning boat ride on the Periyar Lake. After breakfast, free day to opt from the many activities conducted by the Periyar Tiger Reserve: Nature Walk, Jungle Patrol, Bamboo Rafting, Border Hiking or a Bullock Cart ride exploring rural Kerala. Overnight at hotel.
After breakfast, visit the Tribal Heritage Museum and then drive to Kumarakom. On arrival check in a backwater resort for experiencing the beauty and tranquillity of this absolute natural destination. Overnight at backwater resort.
Day 11: Kochi
Enjoy relaxed breakfast.Afternoon drive to jetty point or embarkation point and board your private backwater houseboat locally known as Kettuvalloms - a traditional rice boat of Kerala which gives a romantic way to explore the unique web of lagoons, lakes, canals & rivers.Dinner & overnight in houseboat.
Breakfast on board. Enjoy lazy cruising until noon and disembark at Tottapally and enjoy the most scenic drive to Quillon (Kollam).Overnight at resort.
Day 13: Thekkady
After breakfast, visit Thangesseri a picturesque seaside village. Explore the ruins of Portuguese / Dutch forts and 18th century churches, a three km long beach and a century old lighthouse. Evening drive to Varkala, to check in a seaside resort and spa. Overnight at resort.
Day 14: Thekkady
Breakfast at resort. Later, drive to Trivandrum to stay at the <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'ARQ','TRV','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Kovalam Beach</a> in a resort.
After breakfast, day free at leisure to enjoy the sandy beach and sunshine. Overnight at resort.
Day 16: Kumarakom
After breakfast at resort. Full day free at the beach and indulge in Ayurvedic massage(s) and yoga to rejuvenate your body and mind. Then, transfer to Trivandrum airport for flight to onward destination.
