Itinerary
- Day 1
Kochi
You'll arrive at Cochin International Airport and head to your hotel to settle in. Later this afternoon, walk through Fort Kochi to see the colonial buildings, then stop by St. Francis Church and the Jewish Synagogue, which has these ornate Chinese floor tiles that are quite something. Before evening, you'll catch the Chinese Fishing Nets in action along the water. To finish the day, you'll have a traditional Kathakali dance performance.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing tour of Kochi
- Visit Fort Kochi
- Visit St. Francis Church
- Visit Jewish Synagogue
- View Chinese Fishing Nets
- Kathakali dance performance
Landmarks Fort Kochi St. Francis Church Jewish Synagogue Chinese Fishing Nets - Day 2
Kochi to Munnar
You'll drive to Munnar, a hill station sitting at about 1,600 meters up. After checking in, you'll explore the tea estates and their fresh aroma, then visit the Tea Museum to learn how tea gets made. Next, head to Eravikulam National Park for views and a chance to see wildlife. By late afternoon, you'll reach Mattupetty Dam where the water reflects the tea gardens around it.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Drive to Munnar
- Visit Munnar Tea Estates
- Visit Tea Museum
- Visit Eravikulam National Park
- Visit Mattupetty Dam
Landmarks Munnar Tea Estates Tea Museum Eravikulam National Park Mattupetty Dam - Day 3
Munnar to Periyar
You'll drive to Periyar in the Western Ghats, known for its wildlife and the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. After you check in at your hotel, the rest of the day is yours to enjoy the quiet natural surroundings of this tiger reserve with its dense forests and spice plantations.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary - Day 4
Periyar
You'll explore the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, a 925 sq. km protected area with an artificial lake that's been there for over 100 years. If you want, there's an optional boat ride where you might see elephants, deer, and if you're lucky, a tiger. Birdwatchers will find lots of different species here. Later, you can optionally visit the spice plantations in the area.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Boat ride with entrance cost at Periyar Lake
- Spice plantation tour in Periyar
Optional Activities
- Additional exploration of spice plantations
Landmarks Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary Periyar Lake - Day 5
Periyar to Alleppey
You'll drive to Alleppey, sometimes called the 'Venice of the East' because of its backwaters and canals. You'll board a traditional kettuvallam houseboat and cruise along calm backwaters past paddy fields, coconut groves, and villages. You can watch local fishermen working, spot migratory birds, and experience the quiet Kerala countryside. Meals are freshly prepared on board.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Freshly prepared Kerala cuisine on board houseboat), Dinner (Freshly prepared Kerala cuisine on board houseboat)
Included Activities
- Drive to Alleppey
- Board traditional Kettuvallam houseboat
- Cruise along backwaters
Landmarks Alleppey Backwaters - Day 6
Alleppey to Mumbai
After breakfast, you'll leave the houseboat at Alleppey jetty and transfer to Cochin Airport for your domestic flight to Mumbai. Once you land, you'll head to your hotel and check in.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 7
Mumbai
You'll start your Mumbai tour by taking a ferry out to the Elephanta Caves, which are UNESCO World Heritage sites from the 5th to 8th centuries and dedicated to Lord Shiva. You'll return to see the Gateway of India, built in 1924. Then stop at the Prince of Wales Museum with its artifacts from the Indus Valley and Mughal period. End by visiting Hanging Gardens overlooking the Arabian Sea and stroll Marine Drive, the 'Queen's Necklace' that lights up at night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing tour of Mumbai
- Ferry to Elephanta Caves
- Visit Elephanta Caves
- Time at Gateway of India
- Visit Prince of Wales Museum (Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya)
- Visit Hanging Gardens
- Stroll along Marine Drive
Landmarks Elephanta Caves Gateway of India Prince of Wales Museum Hanging Gardens Marine Drive - Day 8
Mumbai to Goa
You'll transfer to Mumbai Airport for your domestic flight to Goa. Your representative will meet you when you land, then you'll head to your hotel. The rest of the day is free, so you can check out the beaches or just relax in this tropical setting along the Arabian Sea.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore beaches
- Relax at leisure
- Day 9
Goa
This entire day is yours. Explore Goa's beaches at your own speed, check out the nightlife, walk through the Portuguese heritage areas, or simply unwind in the tropical paradise.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 10
Goa
You have another full day to yourself in Goa. Keep exploring the beaches, vibrant nightlife, and Portuguese heritage, or spend more time relaxing in this tropical setting.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 11
Goa
You'll transfer to Goa Airport for your flight to your next destination. Your tour ends here.
