Day 6:
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Drive south to the Malabar Coast and to Cochin. Over the
centuries the Portuguese, Dutch and Bri t ish have al l
inf luenced this fascinat ing ci ty. Stay at the B Hotel
overlooking the sea in Fort Cochin.Please note that you may
wish to
consider breaking your journey from Coonoor to Cochin at KOLONGODE
PALACE, in the foothills of the Western Ghats, almost the epicentre of the
Palghat Pass that permitted free flow of trade and culture, since time
immemorial. In these environs, is the Palace and estate of the Maharaja of
Kolongode.Kolongode, and ideal place for exploring body and soul to
revitalize and renew - be it through the magic of Ayurveda, the salubrious
climate throughout the year. The Ayurveda Palace oriented towards personal
goals of guests. The Heritage rooms with all it's ancient traditions and
customs restored to it's original yet simple grandeur.To fully experience and
enjoy Kolongode Palace we would recommend a two-night stay. Further
details on request.
Day 7:
Enjoy at hearty meal for an early breakfast and start your day
trip to visit the major attractions of Cochin covering Dutch
Palace, Jewish Synagogue, St. Francis Church, Chinese
Fishing nets, and other place worth watching at
Coch i n . Even i ngs a r e kep t f r ee t o go w i l d on a shopp i ng
ex t r avaganza .Ove r n i gh t s t ay a t ho t e l .
Day 8:
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Leave today for a scenic drive through the hills to Munnar, at
1520 metres above sea level, in the high ranges of Kerala.
Munnar is a genuine hill station and center of the Kerala tea
industry. It is also close to Anaimudi, at 2695
metres the highest peak in South India. In the town Christ Church with its
memorial plaques to past planters is worth visiting. Stay Overnight.
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