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On arrival at Cochin airport, you will be met by our local representative for transfer to our hotel. After checking in, take a few hours to rest and unwind from the long flight.
After breakfast, we will visit the popular sightseeing spots of Cochin. Then later in the afternoon we drive to Munnar to visit expansive tea estates and coffee plantations. It is a 4-hour scenic drive through small towns and winding hill roads. Dinner is a traditional vegetarian meal served on a banana leaf. Eat as much as you can!
After breakfast, enjoy the scenic beauty of lush tea plantations which are spread across hundreds of kilometers, nestled amidst the green mountains of Munnar. Visit the Kolukkumalai Tea estate, the highest tea estate in the world at 8,000 feet above sea level. We can pick tea leaves and learn about the tea making process. For dinner we will learn how to make crisp dosa and some other South Indian dishes.
After breakfast we go on a 4-hour scenic drive to Alleppy which is also known as the “Venice of the East”. The backwaters of Kerala are a network of interconnected canals, lakes, and lagoons, offering picturesque views of palm-fringed landscapes, paddy fields, and villages along the banks. On arrival in Alleppey, check in to your luxury houseboat. Enjoy the beauty of sunset and sunrise cruising the backwaters, providing an unforgettable and tranquil night amidst nature.
After breakfast on the houseboat, we will head to Cochin for our flight to Chennai on the East Coast.
On arrival, the rest of the day is at leisure to explore the awe-inspiring size and grandeur of our hotel. We will enjoy modern South Indian cuisine with a superior experience of fine-dining degustation in an award-winning restaurant of our hotel.
After an early breakfast we will go on a day road trip to Puducherry (erstwhile Pondicherry). It is a 3-hour drive to this former French colony. Although the French left Pondicherry 70 years ago the city retains a strong Gallic feel and vibe. We will also visit the famous Auroville township founded in 1968 by Mirra Alfassa (known as "the Mother"). The purpose of Auroville is to realize human unity. It is a universal town where men and women of all countries can live in peace and progressive harmony, above all creeds, politics, religions and nationalities.
After breakfast at the hotel, we will visit some of the tourist spots of Chennai. For lunch we will enjoy delicious street food guided by a local storyteller. We will learn about the origins of the local cuisine and its popularity across the globe. This unique experience will stay with you for a long time!
After breakfast at the hotel, we will transfer to the airport for our flight to Goa. We will enjoy the sun and sand of Goa at our hotel. Our next 3 days in Goa are a perfect break before we reach the hustle and bustle of Mumbai and then head back home. The golden beaches of Goa are inviting and the water is always just right warm for a swim.
There is no itinerary in Goa. We will have a lot of time for rest and relaxation by the beach or poolside or enjoy a spa at our Resort. There is direct access to the beach from our resort. Optional sightseeing to marvel at the many Portuguese inspired churches and monuments, learn to make Feni (Alcohol made from Cashew), visit local markets, fishing, etc. The 3 dinners in Goa are 3 unique experiences to enjoy the chilled vibe of Goa and each other’s company.
After breakfast we transfer to the airport for our flight to Mumbai. On arrival, the day is at leisure in the hotel, or transport can be arranged for shopping at a nearby mall. Dinner is at Bollywood dress up party with a Mumbai street food theme.
After breakfast we have a sightseeing tour of South Mumbai to see the Gateway of India, Nariman Point, etc. We will have the opportunity to see the “Dabbawalla’s” in action. It is a lunchbox delivery system in Mumbai that delivers 200,000 home-cooked meals daily with 99.99% accuracy. It was the subject of a case-study at Harvard Business School.
Later we will visit Pheonix Palladium, India’s first luxury retail mall with more than 250 premium brands. If you like watches, this is India’s biggest luxury watch destination. For lunch, there are several trendy restaurants in the mall, and you can pick your choice of cuisine.
After breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport for your flight back home. Alternatively talk to us about extending your holiday to visit Mumbai or experience the contrast of North India and visit the iconic Taj Mahal.
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