Arrive Kochi, earlier known as Cochin is also known as Gateway of Kerala, Queen of the Arabian Sea. You will be received at airport by our office representative who will be holding placard in your name. Transfer to hotel (room available from 14h00 onwards). Overnight at hotel.

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The Malabar House, Fort Cochin

Start your tour with leisurely walk in Fort Cochin. While passing through one of its streets like Princess Street, Rose Street or Burger Street you will come across many residences of Anglo-Indian communities.

You will also visit St Francis’ Church with faded-yellow edifice and its stunning stained glass windows. Church was constructed in 1503 and is considered to be India’s oldest European built church. Here the Portuguese explorer, Vasco Da Gama was buried for 14 years before his remains were taken to Lisbon.

Not to forget stopping by the most photographed Chinese fishing nets as these are said to be introduced to the fishermen in the 14th century by the Chinese explorer named Zheng He.

Proceed to Mattancherry Island where you will explore old Jewish street full of shops selling antique and spices.

Visit the Jewish Synagogue built in 1568 (closed for visitors on Fridays, Saturdays and during Jewish holidays).

Visit Mattancherry Palace was built by the Portuguese in 1555 as a gift to the King of Cochin in exchange for trading rights. It was renovated in 1663 by Dutch and hence also called Dutch Palace. Inside you will find 17th century beautiful intricate colourful murals depicting scenes from the Ramayana and Mahabharata painted with vegetable and mineral based colours and pine resin.

In the evening, you have option of attending a performance of Kathakali

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The Malabar House, Fort Cochin

Morning drive to Kodikulam for 2 nights stay at Dewalokam homestay.

Dewalokam is a truly unique way to relax and unwind in its peaceful and unspoiled heaven. Enjoy their home grown produce freshly cooked as you sample gourmet traditional Keralan food and join the professional chefs in our state-of-the-art kitchen in informal learn-to-cook sessions.

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Devalokam Homestay

Host family is passionate about food and traditional Keralan cooking and its professional chefs will lovingly prepare three meals for you everyday, which is included in the price of your stay. If you have particular food requirements the chefs will be pleased to accommodate them.The area is tucked away beyond commercial rubber plantations in a secluded haven.

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Devalokam Homestay

This morning head up through the Western Ghats to Munnar, the tea country and former British hill station. Located at around 1700 meters above sea level, is surrounded by the high peaks and several of the highest tea estates in the world.

In the afternoon visit Tea Museum (subject to opening timings) to understand the history of tea and Munnar. Later enjoy scenic walk through the plantation.

(sightseeing schedule of Munnar would be finalised depending on the hotel location at the the time of booking tour incase envisaged hotel is not available)

Overnight at hotel.

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Windermere Estate

The hills and forests around Munnar offer numerous nature trails and routes that are ideal for treks and soft hikes. Terrains vary and routes pass over mountains, through forests and valleys, towering peaks and plantations. Spend this morning taking nature walk with guide..

Afternoon free to relax at hotel or participate in activities arranged by hotel.

Overnight at hotel.

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Windermere Estate

This morning travel to the Backwaters of Kerala. Board your traditional private rice barge - Kettuvallam.

Lunch will be served on arrival.

Spend your afternoon and evening relaxing. Be a witness to unhurried daily life at the palm-fringed banks of backwaters, as you flat around the waterways.

(Houseboat is anchored from sunset to sunrise because of fishing nets)

Dinner and overnight on board Houseboat.

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Spice Coast Cruises Houseboat - air conditioned will be available in bed room area only from 21h00 to 06h00

Wake up on your houseboat and enjoy breakfast before disembarking. Your driver will meet you at disembarking point and will drive you to a charming and friendly fishing village lined with palm trees and a tranquil beach, a perfect place to end your India trip.

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Marari Beach Resort (Garden Villa)

Spend your day reading a book, taking a refreshing dip in the sea or sunbathe by the pool or just laze by the pool side.

You may also opt for Ayurveda massage (on direct payment basis).

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Marari Beach Resort

In time transfer to airport to Cochin airport to connect flight to next destination or fly back home.

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