Today we explore Trivandrum city, we visit Padmanabh Swami Temple – is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and the Richest Place of Worship in the World, Raja Ravi Varma Art Gallery – displays original paintings of Raja Ravi Varma, Napier Museum – It contains a host of historical artefacts including bronze idols, ancient ornaments, a temple chariot and ivory carvings. In the evening, we have free time at beautiful Kovalam beach.

Please Note: For you visit to the Padmanabh Swami Temple, it is compulsory for all Women to wear a Saree, men to wear a plain lungi without the Angavastra and the girls below 12 years of age may wear a gown. (Salwar suits, black colour saree, sleeveless blouses & all other forms of modern dressing is not allowed.)

Note: At the Padmanabh Swami Temple we arrange VIP Darshan for you. It might not be possible during government movements, special delegate visits, or religious ceremonies. Still, in such situations too, we will try our best to make it available to you.

Note: VIP Darshan does not mean direct Darshan and you will still have to wait in the queue, which however may be comparatively shorter than the general queue.

Today we proceed to Kanyakumari – a coastal town on India’s southern tip. Upon arrival, we enjoy a ferry ride to visit the iconic Swami Vivekananda Rock Memorial – built in 1970 in honour of Swami Vivekananda – followed by a visit to the meditation hall, the smarak, and then cross the glass bridge to reach the towering Thiruvalluvar Statue, dedicated to the celebrated Tamil poet and philosopher. Further we visit Kanyakumari Mandir – is one of the 52 Shakti Peethams, Tri Samudra Milan (Triveni Sangam). Then we proceed back to Thiruvananthapuram.

Note: We arrange VIP boat ride to Swami Vivekananda Rock Memorial. It might not be possible during government movements, special delegate visits, or religious ceremonies. Still, in such situations too, we will try our best to make it available to you.

Please Note: VIP ticket does not mean direct in-hand ticket and you will still have to wait in the queue, which however may be comparatively shorter than the general queue.

We visit Jatayu Earth Centre – which stands at an altitude of 350m (1200ft) above the sea level. Jatayu Nature Park holds the distinction of having the world’s largest bird sculpture, which is of Jatayu. Here we take a cable car ride to reach at the main attraction. Upon arrival we visit Jatayu Sculpture & Rama Temple. Further we proceed to Alleppey – known as ‘the Venice of the East’.

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 Periyar. Upon arrival we have free time for shopping at Kumily Spice Village. In the evening, we enjoy Kalaripayattu show- an Indian martial art. Further we also enjoy Kathakali show – is one of the oldest theatre forms in the world.

Today we visit Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary – one of the popular national parks in India and famous as an elephant and tiger reserve. It is home to around 35 species of mammals like tiger, Indian elephant, gaur, sambar, wild pig, Indian giant squirrel, jungle cat, etc. We explore this wildlife sanctuary by sailing in the Periyar Lake.Later we proceed to Munnar – Munnar is well known for its lush green hills and tea plantations.

Today we enjoy speed boat ride at Mattupetty Dam near Sun moon Valley, followed by a visit to Echo Point and Eravikulam (Rajamalai) National Park (subject to security permission).

Today we proceed to Cochin – Popularly known as the Queen of Arabian Sea. Upon arrival we visit Chinese Fishing Nets and St. Francis Church at Fort Kochi – one of the oldest European churches in India which has great historical significance. Later we proceed to Muttancherry, here we visit the Jewish Synagogue – oldest active synagogue in the Commonwealth of Nations, Dutch Palace – one of the finest examples of the Kerala style of architecture.

It’s time to say goodbye!
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Group Guests:
Guests traveling on the scheduled group flight will proceed to the airport as per the group’s departure time.

Joining & Leaving (J&L) Guests:
J&L guests will proceed to the airport after the scheduled group tour concludes.
If your flight timing and airport match the group’s, you may join the group airport transfer. Otherwise, the cost of reaching the airport, cruise terminal, railway station, or bus terminal will be borne by the guest.

Tour Concludes. Safe travels and see you soon!