About Kerala
Kerala is one of the biggest tourist attractions in India, both for Indians as well as foreigners. It has beaches, hill stations and extensive backwaters. Kerala is also known for its diverse nature.
Strategically located at the south western tip of India, Kerala enjoys unique geographic features which have made it one of the most popular tourist destinations in Asia.As a destination, Kerala can attract the independent traveler with its unique qualities like the pristine environment, the rich and vibrant culture and the high quality of life among the local inhabitants brought about by the states.
Kerala is divided into three geographical regions: Highlands, which slope down from the Western Ghats onto the Midlands of undulating hills and valleys into an unbroken 580 km long coastline with many picturesque backwaters, interconnected with canals and rivers. The wild lands are covered with dense forests, while other regions lie under tea and coffee plantations or other forms of cultivation. Most of the state is engulfed in rich greenery which ensures a very calming experience at all times.
Kerala has misty hill stations, emerald green valleys, lush eco-tourism locales, refreshing waterfalls, numerous rivers, network of lagoons, natural harbours, jungles with exotic flora and fauna, and more – all of which remain evergreen attractions to the travel enthusiast.
The state is known for its several heritage zones and historic places housing ancient structures of vintage value and famous monuments serving as relics of a glorious past.
About Kanyakumari
Kanyakumari takes its name from the Kumari Amman or Kanyakumari Temple, situated in the town, on the sea-shore, the very confluence of the three water-bodies – Bay of Bengal, Indian Ocean and the Arabian Sea.
There are multiple myths revolving around this place:
- According to Hindu legend, Kanya Devi, an avatar of Parvati, was to marry Shiva, but as he failed to show up on his wedding day, the rice and other grains meant for the wedding feast remained uncooked and remain unused thereafter. As the legend goes, the uncooked grains turned into stones as time went by. Some believe that the small stones which look like rice on the shore today, are indeed grains of the wedding that was never solemnized. Kanya Devi is now considered a virgin goddess who blesses pilgrims and tourists who flock the town.
- According to another Hindu legend, Lord Hanuman dropped a piece of earth as he was carrying a mountain with his life-saving herb, Mrita Sanjivani from the Himalayas to Lanka (Sri Lanka) during the Rama-Ravana war. This chunk of earth is called Marunthuvazh Malai, which is literally translated to “hills where medicine is found”.This is said to be the reason for the abundance of unique native medicinal plants in the area. Marunthuvazh Malai is located near Kottaram about 7 km from Kanyakumari town on the Kanyakumari-Nagercoil highway.
- The sage Agasthya, who was himself an expert in medicinal herbs, is believed to have lived around this site in ancient days. The reason why, some believe, so many medicinal herbs are to be found on these hills near Kanyakumari. There is even a village by the name Agastheeswaram close to the town, named after the sage. Today, there is a small Ashram on the middle of the Maruthuvazh Malai hill, which tourists visit (after a short trek from the base of the hill), both to visit the Ashram and also to take a glimpse of the sea near Kanyakumari a few kilometres away, and the greenery below.
Major Attractions:
- Jatayu Earth Centre
- Swami Vivekananda Rock Memorial.
- Meditation hall, the Smarak, Kanyakumari Mandir
- Triveni Sangam Point, Gandhi Mandapam
- Padmanabh Swami Temple
- Cheeyapara waterfalls & Valara Waterfalls
- Green Carpets of tea plantation
- Rose Garden
- Eravikulam National Park
- Periyar Lake
- Adventure ride with Elephant Safari.
- Allepy Backwater
- Jungle Boarder Jeep Safari, Kathakali Show, Martial Arts Show
Short Itinerary
Day 01 : Mumbai to Trivandrum
Day 02 : Trivandrum Arrival
Day 03 : Trivandrum – Kanyakumari – Trivandrum
Day 04 : Trivandrum – Alleppey
Day 05 : Alleppey – Periyar
Day 06 : Periyar – Munnar
Day 07 : Munnar
Day 08 : Munnar – Cochin
Day 09 : Cochin Departure
Day 10 : Mumbai Return
Itinerary
Day 1: Departure from Hometown
04:55 PM – Meet our team at Mumbai’s Lokmanya Tilak Terminals (LTT) and board the 22113LTT KCVL SF EXP train.
Day 2 : Arrival at Trivandrum
Tour Guests will arrive at Thiruvananthapuram in the evening as per their Scheduled train. Upon arrival they will meet our tour manager and proceed to hotel.
Day 3 : Trivandrum – Kanyakumari – Trivandrum
Today, our journey takes us to Kanyakumari, a picturesque coastal town nestled at the southernmost tip of India. Upon arrival, we embark on a captivating ferry ride to the Swami Vivekananda Rock Memorial. Afterward, we explore the meditation hall, the Smarak, Kanyakumari Mandir, Triveni Sangam Point, Gandhi Mandapam, and then we return to Thiruvananthapuram.
Day 4 : Trivandrum – Alleppey
Today we visit Padmanabh Swami Temple – dedicated to Lord Vishnu and the Richest Place of Worship in the World. Then we visit world’s largest bird sculpture Jatayu Earth Centre – which stands at an altitude of 350 m above the sea level. Here we take a cable car ride to reach at the main attraction, upon arrival we visit Jatayu Sculpture, Audio -Visual museum, Rama Temple & Mini Theatre. Further we proceed to Alleppey – known as ‘the Venice of the East’.
Day 5 : Alleppey – Thekkady
Today we enjoy the famous Kerala Backwaters ride and admire the scenic sites of lush paddy fields and coconut trees as we sail. We then proceed to Thekkady. Upon arrival we have free time for shopping.
Day 6 : Thekkady – Munnar
Today we visit Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary – one of the popular national parks in India and famous as an elephant and tiger reserve. We explore this wildlife sanctuary by sailing in the Periyar Lake. Later we proceed to Munnar
Day 7 : Munnar Sightseeing
Today we will visit Mattupetty Dam near Sun moon Valley, followed by a visit to Echo Point and Eravikulam (Rajamalai) National Park.
Day 8 : Munnar – Cochin
Today we proceed to Cochin – Popularly known Queen of Arabian Sea. Upon arrival we visit Chinese Fishing Nets and St. Francis Church at Fort Kochi. Later we proceed to Muttancherry, here we visit the Jewish Synagogue & Dutch Palace – one of the finest examples of the Kerala style of architecture.
Day 9 : Cochin – Departure
Return Train will be12202LTT GARIB RATH from Kochi at 11:45 AM
Day 10 : Reach Mumbai/Hometown
Reach hometown after divine experience & with Memories for Lifetime
Cost
Trivandrum to Cochin – Rs. 30,490
Mumbai to Mumbai – Rs. 33,990
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Includes
The cost per head includes the following.
- Accommodation – Hotel / Resort on Double sharing basis in 3 Star hotel.
- Meal Plan – 8 Breakfast, 8 Lunch & 8 Dinner
- Private Vehicle for Sightseeing for the entire trip as per the itinerary.
- (Covering all the sightseeing is subjected to your Arrival & Departure time & also on your time management)
- Driver night bata, Parking fees, Tolls & Taxes, Interstate permits & drivers expenses.
- Child below 5 years would be complimentary if sharing with parents.
- All Hotel & Transportation Taxes.
Cost Excludes
- Any meals other than those mentioned above. Anything extra ordered apart from the menu will be charged & has to be paid to the hotel/Resort directly).
- Any Train / Air fare
- meals during Train Journey
- Expenses caused by factors beyond our control like rail and flight delays, roadblocks, vehicle mal-functions, political disturbances & also due to any illness, accident, hospitalization, or any personal emergency, etc.
- Any portage at airports and hotels, tips, Laundry, Insurance, Wines & Alcoholic beverages, Mineral water, telephone charges, and all items of personal nature.
- Any services not specifically mentioned in the inclusions
Things to carry
- Identity Card
- Some ready to eat food like- plum cakes, fruits, chocolates, biscuits, etc
- Moisturizer, Light towel, Sunscreen
- A lightweight Backpack and small Day sack
- Extra pair of clothes, socks
- Cap, Camera as Optional, Torch is must
- Medications if required for individual
- Avoid wearing precious ornaments on an event, if possible
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