Kerala 5N 6D

Today arrive at Cochin International Airport. Meet and Greet by ‘Contento’ representative who will be waiting for you outside the arrival terminal. The representative will assist you to the cab assigned for you. Your tour in Kerala starts with your drive to Athirapally to see the famous waterfalls where many Indian movies were shot including the famous Bollywood film – Ravan. En route you may stop at a convenient place for breakfast (on direct payment). Athirapally Waterfalls are located 1000 feet above sea level at the Chalakudy River in Thrissur district of Kerala. This is the biggest waterfall in Kerala. Athirapally falls comes down from a height of 80 feet through several parallel streams. In the monsoon season, in its full might, the waterfalls appear like Niagara Falls. After enjoying the waterfalls drive back to Cochin. On arrival, by afternoon, check in at the hotel and immediately proceed for sightseeing tour of Cochin.  Jewish Synagogue (Closed on Friday, Saturday and on Jewish Holidays) Jewish Synagogue, situated at one end of the Jew Street in the Jew Town enclave of Mattancherry in Fort Kochi. This synagogue was built in 1568 by the Malabar Yehudans or Cochin Jewish community.  The Dutch Palace (Closed on Friday) The Mattancherry Palace is one of the finest examples of the Kerala style of architecture mixed with colonial influences. The Portuguese built it as a gift to King Veera Kerala Verma.  Chinese fishing nets Legend has it that the famous Chinese explorer, Zheng He, introduced the Chinese Fishing Nets to the fishermen in Kochi over 500 years ago.  St. Francis Church (Closed on Sunday during Mass) It is here that the famous explorer, Vasco-da-Gama, was originally buried. His remains would be taken back 14 years later but to this day, the exact spot is clearly marked. Overnight stay at hotel.

This morning, after breakfast drive to Munnar – the land of tea estates. En route you may stop to visit a couple of small water falls namely Cheeyapara and Valara. On reaching Munnar, Check in at your hotel and rest of the day is at leisure. Munnar rises as three mountain streams merge – Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. 1,600 m above sea level, this hill station was once the summer resort of the erstwhile British Government in South India. Overnight stay at the hotel.

This morning after breakfast, set off to explore Munnar. Your visits for the day will feature the below places.  Eravikulam National Park (Closed during Feb & March) Hidden inside Munnar, lies the famous Eravikulam National Park, the home and sanctuary of the Nilgiri Tahr. This sacred haven for this exotic animal is a relief in a time when different species are disappearing off the face of the planet.  Tea Museum The museum set up at the Nallathanni Estate of Tata Tea ensures that the legacy of those who worked hard to ensure the tea plantations survived this long is recognised publicly.  Mattupetti Dam Mattupetty Dam is a strong gravity dam which was constructed for power generation and water conservation. Located in the Munar hills near the Anamudi peak, the dam is situated 1700 meters high.  Echo Point Located at an altitude of 600 ft. and at a distance of about 15 kilometres from Munnar, the scenic beauty of Echo Point is quite captivating. Later drive back to hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.

Morning after breakfast drive to Thekkady aka Periyar. The destination is known for its Periyar Tiger Reserve. On arrival check in at the hotel. The Periyar Lake formed by the construction of the dam across the Mullaperiyar River in 1895, the lake harbors within itself a unique aquatic ecosystem. The numerous little islets in the lake are witness to the intricate inherent interrelationship among the terrestrial aquatic and subterranean life forms. In the afternoon you have plenty of optional activities like Boating in Periyar Lake, Spice plantation visit or Elephant ride on direct payment basis. Later back to hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.

This morning after breakfast you will bid-adieu to the beautiful destination and its lovely tea estates. Your next destination is Alleppey, the Venice of the East. On arrival embark a private houseboat which will be waiting for you. Start your cruise in a houseboat through narrow canals to live through an un matching experience. Enjoy traditional lunch and dinner on board. The cruise today will be from 1200 noon to 1700 hrs. Overnight stay on board houseboat.

This morning after breakfast from the houseboat, disembark and drive to Cochin. You will enjoy one hour cruise this morning before disembarking. You will get dropped at marriage venue well ahead of time to join the auspicious moment.