Arrive in Cochin and check into your hotel. Explore the historic Fort Kochi area, known for its colonial architecture and Chinese fishing nets. Explore the bustling streets of Jew Town and visit the Paradesi Synagogue. Spend the evening in the modern town of Ernakulam with a bit of shopping. Overnight stay in Cochin.

Jew Town:

Jew Town is the narrow street between Mattancherry Palace and the Pardesi Synagogue. It is famous for the antique shops all along its sides.  The colonial buildings lining the street add to its old-world charm. The Jews from Kodungallore were given shelter by the King of Kochi, in 1524. He allocated land in Mattancherry, near his palace, to them. This area later became Jew Town.

Paradesi Synagogue :       

The Paradesi Synagogue, in a corner of Jew Town, is more than a hundred years old and houses many rare antiques.  The synagogue, that woos many visitors, adds to the quaint charm of Mattancherry. The Jewish synagogue was built in 1568, almost 1500 years after the beginning of the Jewish connection with Kerala. It was built on the land, adjacent to the Mattancherry Palace, given by the erstwhile king of Cochin.

After breakfast, drive to Munnar, a picturesque hill station known for its tea plantations. En route, visit the Cheeyappara and Valara waterfalls. Check into your hotel in Munnar and relax for a while. In the afternoon, visit the Tea Museum to learn about the history and process of tea production. In the evening, you have the option to visit the Blossom International Park and explore the local markets. Overnight stay in Munnar.

Cheeyappara :

The Cheeyappara and Valara Waterfalls are among the best trekking locations in Idukki district. Many people come across these waterfalls on the way to Munnar and it is slowly turning into a tourist hotbed. There is a dense growth of trees all around and several rare species of plants and animals can be seen in the vicinity. The Cheeyappara Waterfalls gush down in seven tiers and area truly spectacular sight to behold. Valara Waterfalls are known for the lush greenery surrounding it and is a lovely picnic location.

Tea Museum :

Tea has played an integral part in the history of Munnar. The plantations played a huge role in attracting people to the area. Tata Tea established a Tea Museum in 2005 which has photographs and machineries, which chronicle the journey of tea in the area. 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.

Blossom International Park:

It’s a park set in one of the beautiful locales in the country. A lot of activities are offered here including boating, roller skating, cycling etc. And if you wish a calm visit, admire the trees and a wide variety of beautiful flowers in the park. The 16 acres of beautiful parkland is surely a worth visit spot in Munnar. The park is situated near the Pallivasal hydro-electric project. It is about 3 km away from Munnar town.

After breakfast, visit the Eravikulam National Park, home to the endangered Nilgiri Tahr. Enjoy a short trek inside the park and witness the breath-taking views of the surrounding hills. Afternoon enjoy a stroll through the tea gardens and visit the Mattupetty Dam and Kundala Lake. Overnight stay in Munnar.

Eravikulam National Park:

How often have you visited a national park in the background of tea plantations? Here is one such national park in the high ranges of Kerala which offers the magnificent view of hills with tea plantations - the Eravikulam National Park. Situated in the Kannan Devan Hills of the southern Western Ghats, the wildlife park with an area of 97 sq. km. can be reached via Munnar. Located in the Devikulam Taluk of Idukki district in Kerala, after reaching Munnar, you need to take the road going to Rajamala to reach this national park.

Nilgiri Tahr :

The Nilgiri Tahr (Nilgiritragus hylocrius, former name is Hemitragus hylocrius) is an endangered mountain ungulate endemic to the southern part of the Western Ghats. The species is found in a roughly 400 km stretch in the Western Ghats which falls in the states of Kerala and Tamil Nadu. The local distribution of the species is attributed to the animal’s preference for the habitat with grasslands with steep rocky cliff shelters. The Eravikulam National Park has the highest density and largest surviving population of Nilgiri tahr.

Mattupetty Dam:

attupetty is among the most visited destinations in the tourist hotbed of Munnar. It is a beautiful picnic spot that regularly attracts visitors. People love visiting the dam and lake here and families can regularly be seen enjoying a fine afternoon in the area. The view of the valley from here is breath-taking and one gets to simply relax and enjoy the beautiful weather.

Kundala Lake:

While traversing the swaying uphill route to Top Station, a pit stop at beautiful Kundala Town can be a refreshing experience. The gigantic Kundala Tea Plantations, Kundala Lake, a golf course run by Tata Tea Ltd. and the Kundala Artificial Dam are some of the main attractions. It is the perfect spot to catch your breath and soak in some of the finest visuals in the Munnar region.

After breakfast, drive to Thekkady, famous for its wildlife sanctuary and spice plantations. Check into your hotel and relax for a while. In the afternoon, take a boat ride on Periyar Lake in Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. Spot wildlife, including elephants, deer, and various bird species. Visit the spice plantations and learn about the various spices grown in the region. Overnight stay in Thekkady.

Wildlife Sanctuary:

There are a number of popular wildlife sanctuaries in Kerala housing exotic and rare species of flora and fauna. Nestled in the elaborate forest of the majestic Western Ghats or Sahyadri Ranges in Kerala are  fourteen wildlife sanctuaries and two tiger reserves. Kerala also has six national parks containing protected and endangered species like the Indian Sloth-Bear, Lion-Tailed Macaque, Indian Bison, Bengal Tiger, Nilgiri Tahr etc.

After breakfast, drive to Alleppey. Check in to the hotel. After a short rest enjoy a boating through the backwaters (cost extra). Enjoy the serene surroundings as you sail through the backwaters, passing by lush paddy fields and coconut groves. Spend the evening in Alleppey beach. Overnight at Alleppey.

After breakfast, drive to Cochin. Indulge in a bit of shopping before concluding your trip and drop off at Cochin airport for departure.