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 Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival at the airport and transfer
to Munnar. This is a magnificent hill
station in the Western Ghats at about
5000 feet above sea level. This is one
of the best hill stations in Kerala
and is the major centre of Kerala's
tea industry. Munnar means three rivers
and the town is located at the confluence
of 3 mountain streams - Muthirapuzha,
Nallathanni and Kundala. These 3 stream
confluence at the heart of the town
and meet all the water requirements
of the settlers and visitors. Munnar
has lakes, forests and several tea estates.
Anaimudi, the highest peak in South
India (2695 m/8883 ft.) is nearby. Munnar
was the British Government's Summer
Resort in the South and it has been
the favorite summer resort of the European
sellers for centuries.
Major sightseeing attractions are the
Kundale tea plantation, Eravikulam National
Park, The High Range Club, Top Station,
Mattuppetty, Devikulam, Rajamalai, Chithirapuram,
Marayoor, Pallivasal/Pothamedu, etc.
Day 2
Proceed to Kumarakom and check into
the hotel.
Kumarakom, the queen of Vembanad, is
a ‘resort’ destination. This tiny village
on the edge of Vembanad Lake was practically
unknown till one Henry Baker purchased
land from the erstwhile King of Travancore
to build himself a grand home. Kumarakom,
today is a maze of modern resorts and
heritage-homes-cum-hotels spilling over
the island’s bank. Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
is a must-visit with its numerous beautiful
rivulets and waterways. The scenic Vembanad
Lake surrounded by mangrove forests
and paddy fields is one of the best
places for bird viewing inside the sanctuary.
A large population of feathered species
along with a pleasant climate make it
a great picnic spot. As Kumarakom is
a popular backwater destination in Kerala,
a houseboat cruise is a must-do activity
for visitors. A boat cruise on the beautiful
Vembanad lake is one of the best ways
to enjoy birdwatching in the park. One
can also enjoy wildlife photography
at Pathiramanal - a small island on
the lake. A little ahead of Kumarakom,
you can visit the backwater town of
Kottayam – packed with rubber plantations
and majestic old churches.
Day 3
Departure from Cochin airport
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