Green Hills of Kerala

Trip to Munnar

A personal greeting awaits you upon arrival at the airport or railway station in Kochi.  Your first port of call on the way to Munnar is a visit to the Elephant Training Centre in Kodanad.  Watch the elephants taking their daily bath, play with the babies in the water or take an elephant ride on a short safari tour.  Your guide will also allow you to stop and drink in the breathtaking beauty of the Valara and Cheeyappara waterfalls, a hint of what lies ahead at Munnar.

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Munnar Sightseeing

Munnar, a hill station, resting peacefully amongst emerald green valleys, peppered with tea, coffee and cardamom plantations.  Explore this amazing terrain on foot or opt to cycle or horse ride.  Take to the water on a relaxing lake cruise or pick an exciting raft adventure plunging through the ravines and crevices, perfect for the water sports enthusiast.  The terrain around Munnar is breathtaking and the cool air and warm sun offer a climate which makes outdoor pursuits so pleasurable whatever your agenda.  Break for a picnic lunch beside a mountain stream or peaceful lagoon and enjoy the sights and sounds of abundant flora and fauna for which Munnar is famous.  At the end of the day, wend your way back to the Tea Museum and a chance to sample some authentic local brew, the perfect refreshing end to a lovely day.

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Vagamon Stay

Departing from Munnar, you will head next to Vagamon.  The gently rolling hills of Vagamon herald your arrival at a pristine and secluded eco-resort.  Surrounded by undulating and lush landscape, peace and tranquillity are guaranteed.  Feast on local native dishes with ingredients gathered from the resort’s own organic garden.  Cosy cottages constructed from local materials are dotted about, choose from a stone or mud cottage or an Erumadam, which is a tree house.  A natural pool which is totally private awaits you.  After dinner, why not take a stroll in the peaceful seclusion of the gardens with the most ravishing views of the surrounding hills.  This site has certified heritage status and offers a contemplative and authentic experience at one of India’s most beautiful hill stations.

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Trip to Thekkady

Exotic birds and wildlife are never far away in Kerala and your visit to Thekkady is a chance to see some of the most stunning species right up close and personal.  Thekkady is home to the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary named after the Periyar River which runs through it.  This is a large space to commune with nature however you fancy, walking, riding or cycling.  There is a spectacular lake in this National Park called Lake Periyar.  A lake cruise is a great way to view the animals from a distance as they come down to the water’s edge to drink untroubled by the boats and unaware of the visitors.  Indian Gaur, elephants, deer and monkeys are just some of the regular sights at Thekkady and you will have plenty of time to linger and observe before heading to your resort hotel for dinner.

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Thekkady Sightseeing and Boating

Thekkady is a spice haven.  Take a Spice Tour with a knowledgeable guide who will show you the plants and herbs used as the basis for Ayurveda medicines.  This is a fascinating insight into one of the world’s oldest systems of holistic healing. 

For elephant enthusiasts, Thekkady can offer the renowned Elephant Junction where you can ride an elephant through the spice plantations; there is nothing that will bring you closer to the essence and sense of this magical place.  Trekking or boating are some of the best ways to enjoy the call of the wild, Thekkady is a true jungle destination but if all that sounds way too energetic,  then chill out in one of the many tea gardens in Murikkady.  Imbibe the fragrance and the taste of this special part of Kerala. 

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Departure from Cochin

A leisurely breakfast is followed by time in Fort Kochi, a historic port close to Cochin where you can enjoy the sights and sounds of local life against an architectural backdrop of earlier colonial settlers.  British, Dutch and Portuguese influences abound blending with bustling native life, a hotchpotch of history and cultures colliding in a heady, spicy mix.  Linger awhile amongst the local cafes before your chauffeur takes you back to the airport for your flight home.

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