ITINERARY

Day 01 - Arrive Chennai
Arriving Chennai, you will clear customs and immigration. Leaving the airport, you will be met by our representative, holding a play card with your name on it in the arrival lounge. Arrival transfer to hotel Taj Fisherman’s Cove, it is unbelievably easy to find your place in the sun; once an impressive Dutch Fort, it is now one of the finest beach resorts in Southern India with 88 luxury cottages and comfortably appointed rooms. Bask in the warm glow of our friendly service and spacious rooms with views of the white sand beach, lapped by the waters of the Bay of Bengal. To ensure that our guests while away on sun-drenched sands, our cottages are set on the palm-fringed beach. Assistance for check-in will be provided. Overnight at hotel.
Hotel : Taj Fisherman's Cove ( 5 Star )
Hotel Website : http://www.tajhotels.com/Leisure/Fishermans%20Cove,CHENNAI/

Day 02 - Mahabalipuram
After breakfast an excursion to visit Kanchipuram (64 kms from Chennai) is the ancient capital of the Pallavas famous as a city of 1000 Temples and still has 124 shrines. The first temple dedicated to Shiva was built in the 7th and 8th century and has paintings on the walls. Temples of Ekambaswara, Kailasanatha, Sri Kamakshi and Varadarajaswamy are of interest. Kanchipuram is also famous for its silks. 

In the afternoon visit Seven pagodas Temples which is the largest of the Seven pagodas of Mahabalipuram (once a city and now a village). This temple is called the Rath of Bhima, and is an elaborate piece of sculpture, measuring 48 feet by 25 feet, and rising 26 feet from the ground. Each of these Pagodas has been carved out of a single block of stone. Overnight at hotel.(Breakfast)
Hotel : Taj Fisherman's Cove ( 5 Star )
Hotel Website : http://www.tajhotels.com/Leisure/Fishermans%20Cove,CHENNAI/

Day 03 - Mahabalipuram
After breakfast rest of the day free to explore Mahabalipuram. Overnight at hotel.(Breakfast)
Hotel : Taj Fisherman's Cove ( 5 Star )
Hotel Website : http://www.tajhotels.com/Leisure/Fishermans%20Cove,CHENNAI/

Day 04 - Mahabalipuram - Trivandrum - Kovalam
IT2882    Chennai (MAA)    0735 Hrs     Trivandrum (TRV)    0910 Hrs
After an early breakfast check-out from the hotel and transfer to airport to catch flight to Trivandrum. Arrive Trivandrum and you will be met by our representative, holding a play card with your name on it in the arrival lounge. Then take a short drive to Kovalam which is one of the loveliest beaches in the world. After arrival you will check-in into Taj Green Cove Resort - Located on one of India’s most popular beaches, Kovalam, the property is spread across 10 acres of land, offering a breathtaking view of the backwater, lush landscapes, coconut palms, and unspoiled beaches. With its exotic tropical beauty and relaxing hospitality, this getaway is the perfect place to enjoy relaxation and rejuvenation of the mind, body, and soul. The rest of of the day is free for you to explore Kovalam beach on your own. You can also take a walk along the rustic countryside. Photograph your family with the back ground of beach and waves. Watch sun set in the Arabian sea. Overnight at hotel. (Breakfast)
Hotel : Taj Green Cove Resort ( Beach Resort )
Hotel Website : http://www.tajhotels.com/Leisure/Taj%20Green%20Cove%20Resort,KOVALAM/

Day 05 - Kovalam - Pandmanabhapuram - Kanyakumari - Kovalam
After breakfast we take you to full day excursions to nearby places. First of all drive to PADMANABHAPURAM to see the beautiful Palace of the erstwhile kings of Travancore. From here you will reach KANYAKUMARI, India's lands end which is a confluence of three oceans, well in time to see the sun setting into the sea. Leave Kanyakumari by dusk and back to Kovalam. Overnight at resort. (Breakfast)
Hotel : Taj Green Cove Resort ( Beach Resort )
Hotel Website :  http://www.tajhotels.com/Leisure/Taj%20Green%20Cove%20Resort,KOVALAM/

Day 06 - Kovalam - Kumarakom
After breakfast check-out from the hotel and drive to Kumarakom which is a beautiful, tropical location that is in India. This cluster of small picturesque islands is clustered around the remarkable Vembanad Lake. The landscape makes this a perfect place to not only visit, but also to explore in depth.

On arrival check-in into The Zuri Kumarakom, Kerala Resort & Spa, set in 18 verdant acres on the shores of the Vembanad Lake and just 2 hours from the International Airport, The Zuri Kumarakom, Resort & Spa is a five-star deluxe spa resort in Kumarakom set at the heart of the beautiful Southern state of Kerala - fondly referred to as 'God's Own Country'. Standing directly beside the Lake, the Kerala resort offers spacious living-dining rooms, traditional Indian style bedrooms and individual gardens with private plunge pools.

In the evening take a motor boat ride on the beautiful Vembanad Lake to enjoy breathtaking view of the setting sun. The Lake is famous for its exceptional scenic beauty, lush green surroundings and exciting boat cruises. Also a popular picnic spot in Kerala, the Vembanad Lake provides excellent facilities for boat cruising, fishing and sightseeing tours. Overnight at resort. (Breakfast)
Hotel : The Zuri Kumarakom, Kerala Resort & Spa ( Luxury Spa Resort )
Hotel Website : http://www.thezurihotels.com/Kumarakom/Index.aspx

Day 07 - Kumarakom (Houseboat)
After breakfast board a houseboat for a cruise through the backwaters of Kerala. Houseboat day cruise in kerala backwaters will be memorable with the gorgeous view of  canal systems and endless lagoons , Paddy fields, rivers joining the backwater, small houses on small stretch of land  There are villages in allover these backwater but the land area is very small, The view of  backwater birds, people working in paddy fields, toody taping , fishing in backwater, or people using small canoes as mode of transportation, Big houseboats , motorboats country made boats used by tourists , small resorts, heritage homes are specialty of this area. In the evening we have arranged your dinner at Kumarakom Lake Resort which is situated on the banks of the picturesque Vembanad Lake, and provides a large waterfront. Enjoy hot & delicious dinner by lakeside. Overnight at resort. (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Hotel : The Zuri Kumarakom, Kerala Resort & Spa ( Luxury Spa Resort )
Hotel Website :  http://www.thezurihotels.com/Kumarakom/Index.aspx

Day 08 - Kumarakom - Munnar
After breakfast check-out from the hotel and drive to Munnar popularly known as the queen of the hills. Remember to carry a pair of warm clothing as weather is very chill in Munnar. The journey time of 5 hours from Cochin to Munnar take you through a number of cardamam, rubber and tea plantations. Munnar is at a height of 4420 feet above sea level and is situated at the confluence of three mountain streams. The place abounds in green forests and tea estates.

You will check-in into hotel Windermere Estate which is where the manicured tea gardens merge with the lush green forests of western ghats. Hallmarked for its exclusiveness and high range hospitality, Windermere is a 60 acre Cardamom Plantation. The presence of the Planter's family next door ensures security and local advice devoid of a hotel atmosphere. Afternoon, you can go for local sight seeing and enjoy the solubrious climate among the misty mountains and green valleys. The weather will be very chill in the evening. Overnight at hotel. (Breakfast)
Hotel : Windermere Estate ( Hill Resort )
Hotel Website : http://www.windermeremunnar.com/

Day 09 - Munnar
After breakfast rest of the day free to explore Munnar. Car and driver will be at your disposal. Overnight at hotel. (Breakfast)
Hotel : Windermere Estate ( Hill Resort )
Hotel Website : http://www.windermeremunnar.com/

Day 10 - Munnar - Cochin
After breakfast check-out from the hotel and drive to Cochin - commercial capital of Kerala. You will check-in into The Malabar House which is part of Fort Cochin's historical fabric. Its recorded history dates back to 1755, when Jan Herman Clausing, a Dutch, bought the property from Mathew Henrich Beyls. Subsequently owned by spice traders, tea traders and bankers, it became 1996 Fort Cochin's first boutique heritage hotel. The Malabar House is in the heart of historical Fort Cochin, opposite St. Francis Church and 3 minutes walk to the Chinese fishing nets. It is ideally located for sightseeing, shopping and backwater cruises.

The rest of the day is free for you to explore Cochin on your own and go shopping for spices, handicrafts and antiques. There is lot to see and do in Cochin. Among Kochi's best buy are metalware, camel-bone carvings, wood carvings, articles made of coconut shels, baboo cane, embroidered screwpine mats, grass mats and several other types of handicrafts. Kochi also has several antique dealers. Jewellery, readymade garments, and ethnic hand-woven textiles follow closely. This evening enjoy the Kathakali Dance Show. Overnight at hotel. (Breakfast)
Hotel : The Malabar House ( Heritage )
Hotel Website : http://www.malabarhouse.com/

Day 11 - Cochin - Bangalore (Departure)
IT2454    Cochin (COK)    1630 Hrs     Bangalore (BLR)    1750 Hrs
After breakfast full day city sightseeing of Cochin or "Kochi"- the palm green, commercial captial of Kerala is known as the "Queen of the Arabian Sea". From time immemorial, Arabs, Chinese, Dutch, British & Portuguese seafarers followed the sea route to Kochi & left their impression on the town. Modern Kochi is thus a splendid mosaic of these myriad influences. Visit the Dutch Palace, the Jewish Synagogue, the Church of St. Francis, the Bolghatty Palace & the famous Chinese fishing nets. Afternoon, Harbour cruise - Cochin has one of the finest natural harbours. The backwaters extending to the east & south from the harbour are dotted with tiny islands, formed naturally by alluvial deposits from the rivers.

In the evening transfer to airport to catch flight to Bangalore. On arrival you will be met by our representative, holding a play card with your name on it at the exit. Departure transfer to International airport to catch flight back to home. (Breakfast)