Destinations Covered: Goa - Cochin (Kochi) - Munnar - Periyar (Thekkady) - Kottayam - Alleppey (Alappuzha) - Kovalam - Trivandrum
Goa and Kerala, two of the most beautiful states in India enjoy bliss of nature. Settled in between the Western Ghats and the Arabian Sea, both of these locales are blessed in creating some of the fondest memories of holidays. ‘Goa and Kerala Tour’ package, a 13-day well-crafted itinerary helps you have the best times of your life.
Where Goa presents sun-kissed shores, forts, churches, amazing party ambiance and other delights; Kerala offers scenic backwaters, hill station, wildlife sanctuaries, beaches, historic treasures and serenity. Both Goa and Kerala enhance the experience of a relaxing vacation in India. Go through the detailed itinerary for complete information.
Arrive at the Dabolim airport Goa, where our representative will assist with transfer to the hotel. Complete the check-in formalities. Take rest at the hotel room. The day is free for you own leisure.
Spend time exploring the scenic beauty or indulge in activities of your interest. Goa known as the ‘beach capital of India’ is blessed with beaches for every mood, historic Portuguese churches, thriving nightclubs, floating casinos, beach shacks, water sports, and so on.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Start the day with a hearty breakfast. Later get ready to embark on a sightseeing tour of Old Goa churches. The churches date back to more than 400 years back, when Portuguese ruled the state. Listed among UNESCO World Heritage Sites, some of the churches you would pay a visit include St. Catherine's Church, Church of St. Francis Xavier and Se Cathedral. Marvel at the elegant architecture, bask in the serene ambiance and learn about history and the stories.
After a fun day, in the evening, drive to the Miramar Beach. Walk on the golden shores, meet the fisherman at Dona Paula fishing village and enjoy a scenic sunset.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Today the day is at your own leisure. Choose to stay and enjoy the comforts of your hotel, Indulge in adventure water sports at the beaches, sunbathe or enjoy the waves. Opt to get a pampering massage or go sightseeing. Cruises on Mandovi River, visit to spice plantations or wildlife sanctuaries add to the thrill. Bask in the bliss of the scenic golden shores.
Stay overnight in the hotel.
Today morning, pack your bags and check out of the hotel. Get transferred to the airport to board the flight for Cochin. On your arrival in Kerala’s charming port city, get assistance for check-in to the hotel. Enjoy the comforts of the hotel. A cultural performance is organized at the hotel in the evening. Be enthralled by the marvellous display of dance, music, costumes and arts.
Overnight stay at hotel in Cochin.
Today in the morning, embark on a guided sightseeing tour of Cochin. The port city has a multi-ethic history which has resulted in many interesting sites form various periods of history. Pay a visit to Jewish Synagogue, Fort Cochin, Mattancherry Palace and last, but not the least, the beautiful Chinese Fishing Nets dipping in the sea.
The rest of the day is at your leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Today morning, start by road for Munnar. The picturesque hill station in the Western Ghats is one of the most beautiful places in the world, counted among the top honeymoon destinations. Arrive to Munnar, and check-in to the resort. After rest for a while, leave towards the scenic Munnar Lake to enjoy a boat ride. Check out the local markets of Munnar in the evening.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Today, there are no plans. Choose to relax in the resort or explore the tourist attractions of Munnar. Start with a visit to the tea plantations. Stop and marvel at the waterfalls. Echo Point is a natural wonder that you must visit. The natural haven of Eravikulam National Park is fun to explore as you may spot the Nilgiri Tahr or if the time is right, the Neelakurinji that blooms once in 12 years.
Stay the night at the hotel.
After breakfast in the morning, begin your drive to the Periyar National Park. On arrival, check into the nearby forest lodge. After you are well rested, leave in the afternoon to enjoy boating on the Periyar Lake. The evening is scheduled to visit the Kumily Spice market. Walk through the scenic spice plantations breathing in the aromas.
Return to the lodge for overnight stay.
Today in the morning, pack your bags and check out of the hotel. Begin your drive to Kottayam. Upon arrival, board the traditional houseboat (kettuvallam) for an overnight backwater cruise which will take you to Alleppey. Equipped with 5-star luxuries, the houseboat presents a lavish way of travelling through the charming backwaters.
Overnight stay on-board.
On arrival in Alleppey, de board the houseboat. Later, you will continue your journey towards Kovalam. On reaching the beach city, check into the hotel. The day is at your leisure which you can spend at the shores.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
The days spent in Kovalam are free for your own leisure. Spend the day relaxing on the picturesque beaches of Kovalam, a combination of Lighthouse beach, Hawa beach and Samudra beach. Enjoy a swim in the cerulean sea, stroll on the golden sands, watch the play of waves, bask in the sun, indulge in water sports, try pampering Ayurvedic massages that soothe your body, mind & soul, have a taste of scrumptious delights, etc. The beach is the perfect therapy for you!
Overnight stay in Kovalam.
Today is the last day of your tour. Bid farewell to the beautiful beach town of Kovalam. Leave by road to Thiruvananthapuram airport where you will board the flight for your onward destination.