Offbeat Kerala 8D/7N

Arrive at the Coimbatore & ransfer to Pollachi,. Pollachi is also well-known for its markets selling freshest vegetables, cattle as well as jaggery of good quality. As you arrive at Shenbaga Vilasam, enjoy a traditional welcome. After completing the check-in formalities, get all set to explore this serene village, dotted with simple homes. If you want, you can also visit the village temple or the house of local craftsman. Back to your accommodation where you savor vegetarian delicacies. Please take note that alcohol is prohibited here. Overnight stay.

Morning after breakfast Spend day 2 in getting first- hand knowledge on the agriculture practices of Pollachi. One can opt for a spiritual journey during your stay at Shenbaga Vilasam, has this residence has been a place where several saints have stayed and preached. Soak-in the wonderful positive energy. Later on, you can also pay a visit to the 700-yearold ancient temple of Lord Choleshwara and Goddess Shenbagavalli, which is located in Samathur village.Stay overnight at Shembaga Vilasam.

The day is going to be an exciting one. Begin climbing the height of 3000 feet. The whole stretch comprises of around 49 hairpin turns. The road journey to Valaparai crosses through the Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary. This wildlife reserve is home to vast variety of animals such as elephants, boars, lion-tailed macaques, gaur, spotted deer, Sambar, and Giant Squirrels. The place is also quite popular for bird watching. On the way, halt at Monkey falls and Aliyar Dam. Arrive at Valaparai, which is a mid-elevation hill town. This place was developed by an English gentleman, Carwer Marsh who developed the area for harvesting good-quality tea. On reaching Valaparai, check-in at one of the 3 bungalows that were named after their former British owners. The rest of the day is at leisure. Explore the surroundings on your own.

Spend the day by embarking on a leisure walk through the lush aromatic tea plantation, interacting with the workers. Later, you can visit the largest tea factory of Valparai area. You might also gain some knowledge about making your very own tea. Explore the local attractions such as water bodies, temples, and forests. Enjoy the green views, the lovely weather and the fresh air.

After Breakfast You can get a chance to spot animals like elephants and bison on the road here and there. Athirapally is best known for its waterfalls that have the same name. As you reach, check in at Hotel. Later on, explore the area and the rainforest spotting a variety of animals and birds of the region. Next, visit the perennial Athirapally falls. After cascading from the height of 80 feet merges into River Chalakudy. Treat your eyes to the lush surroundings. You can also opt for trekking.

The untouched rainforest of Athirapally is an amazing attraction for nature lovers, +which they can explore with great interest. You can opt for a guided jungle trek for which prior approval of the Forest Department is required. The forest is home to more than 1000 species of wildlife including snakes, bears, leopards as well as wolves. Keep your cameras ready at all times.

After Breakfast Proceed for Cochin. Cochin has been a popular port city of Kerala. During the course of its history, it was welcomes people from all around the world including the Arabs, the British, the Chinese, the Dutch, and the Portuguese. On arrival in Cochin, check -in at the hotel.You can now continue with your city tour of Fort Cochin area including the St.Francis Church, the Dutch cemetery, Chinese fishing nets,and the Jew town with its the four-century old synagogue, Dutch Palace

Morning after breakfast transfer to airport to board your flight to Home town with Memorable Experience of Tripoza Travel. Let’s stay in touch on email & meet again  on another memorable Holiday