Short and Sweet Kerala(Cochin – Periyar – Kumarakom – Cochin)

Duration: 4 days and 3 nights

Description: Sometimes all you need a small rejuvenating vacation and here in Kerala that is exactly what you get. From the sights in Old Cochin to the spice plantations and elephant reserves of Periyar and the mangrove forests of Kumarakom, you have so much to do in a short while.

Day 01
Arrive Cochin
Proceed on a sightseeing tour to explore the many fascinating highlights of Cochin, which include – The Jewish Synagogue, what is locally called the Jew Town, St. Francis Church, which is the oldest European Church in India, the Santa Cruz Basilica built in 1557 by the Portuguese, the Dutch Palace, the Spice market and the 15th century Chinese fishing nets believed to have been brought by Chinese traders.

Day 02
Cochin – Periyar
Periyar is known for its undulating hills, spice plantations, and elephant sightings. One of the 27 tiger reserves in India, the Periyar valley in Thekkady is the oldest. There are over 320 species of birds in Periyar, including Nilgiri Wood Pigeons, Blue-winged Parakeets; White bellied Tree Pies, Laughing Thrushes and Fly Catchers. Visit the Periyar wild life sanctuary, tiger reserve, boating on Periyar Lake, and watch the wild animals. Overnight at hotel.

Day 03
Periyar – Kumarakom
An unbelievably beautiful paradise of mangrove forests, emerald green paddy fields and coconut groves, Kumarakom offers visitors many leisure options like boating, fishing and watching rare birds at the bird sanctuary or a relaxing Ayurvedic massage.

Day 04
Cochin
Return to Cochin for your flight.