DAY 1: ARRIVE COCHIN

Your Honeymoon in Kerala begins with an arrival into Cochin, Where you will be met by Oceantics Holidays representative, and escorted to your hotel.

Cochin: - Widely known as the Queen of the Arabian Sea, has one of the world’s most attractive natural ports. It is well known for its centuries-old trading of spices, silks, ivory and sandalwood. It has traditionally rich heritage, but at the same time it is one of the most fast-paced and contemporary cities in India. It is very easy to be spellbound by the magic of Cochin and it is the beauty and comparatively good infrastructure that makes it the ideal gateway to the state. The city offers visitors a peek into palaces, museums, old churches, cool backwaters; palm-fringed lagoons, beaches and the practicality of a modern metro city.

Overnight stay in Cochin.

DAY 2: DAY IN COCHIN

After breakfast, you will be picked up for sightseeing tour of Cochin. Tour includes visits to the following places of interest:

The Jewish Synagogue- The Jewish Synagogue is located near the Dutch Palace. This synagogue was constructed in 1568 and was brilliantly decorated by Chinese tiles and Belgian chandeliers. The Synagogue has a giant scroll of the Old Testament.

Cochin Harbor: The very popular tourist attraction in Cochin Harbor is the Chinese Fishing nets. These fishing nets are one of its kind and are found only in India. The fishing nets were popularized in Cochin Harbor by the traders from the court of the Chinese ruler Kublai Khan.

St Francis Church - St. Francis church was constructed by the Europeans in 1503. St. Francis Church is the oldest European church in India. The Portuguese trader, Vasco da Gama died in Kochi, during his third visit to Kerala. Initially, his body was buried in this church, but after a few years his remains were moved to Portugal. In spite of all this the place where he was buried has been marked out inside the church.

Dutch Palace (Mattancherry Palace): The Portuguese constructed The Mattancherry Palace in 1557, and presented to the Maharaja of Cochin, Veera Kerala Varma (1537-61) as sign of goodwill. After 1663, the Dutch carried out some constructions and renovations in the palace, and from that day it was widely called as the ‘Dutch Palace’. The most significant thing about this palace is the amazing paintings in the bedrooms and other rooms. The paintings portray scenes from the Ramayana, Mahabharata and Puranic legends connected with Shiva, Vishnu, Krishna, Kumara and Durga. These paintings are certainly the most extensive and attractive paintings to be seen anywhere in India.

Fort Kochi Beach: Fort Kochi beach is an ideal location to saunter in a peaceful and relaxing way. This beach happens to be one of the favorite tourist spots in Kerala. The view of the sunset with the Chinese fishing net and the sailing ships in the background is a fine experience. Many European style bungalows can be seen alongside the shoreline. Later in the evening you will be picked up by the guide and will be taken to a Kathakali Dance Performance at a local theatre. Kathakali is a classical dance form, portraying Indian epics (Ramayana and Mahabharata). The costumes of the dancers are very colorful and elaborate. Dancers with painted faces depict the various characters of the ancient epics. The Kathakali dancers portray a lot of facial expressions and articulate body movements.

Later in the evening you will be picked up and taken to a Kathakali dance performance at a local theatre. Kathakali is a traditional dance form, depicting Indian epics (Ramayana and Mahabharata). The dancers are dressed in very colorful and elaborate costumes. Their faces are painted to depict various characters of the se epics. This dance has a lot of facial expressions and brisk, yet articulate body movements.

Overnight stay in Cochin.

DAY 3: DRIVE COCHIN - HOUSEBOAT

After leisurely breakfast you will be assisted with check-out formalities and start your drive to Alleppey, the next stop of your Honeymoon in Kerala. On your arrival in Alleppey, board your floating hotel and cruiser for the next three days. Sailing in the pristine backwaters of Kerala,.

Once all guests are on board, your cruise sail from the waterways of the Vembanad Lake and enters the Alleppey canals. Your cruiser sails along the scenic waterways through the afternoon and returns to the Vembanad Lake , giving you time to enjoy the sunset views.

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and overnight stay in the houseboat.

DAY 4: HOUSEBOAT

Early this morning, your cruise sail from the Vembanad Lake jetty and heads South, towards Alleppey. Your luxury cruiser enters the waterways of the Pamba river through the Alleppey canal, and sails through scenic backwaters, where you get a chance to observe life along these "water highways" while passing through many farms and villages, which are actually below sea level.

Today, you will also get a chance to board a traditional rice boat,  that takes you to through the narrower sections of the backwaters. You get a chance to see some Hindu and Buddhists temples as well as traditional Kerala homes.

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and overnight stay in the houseboat.

DAY 5: HOUSEBOAT

Early this morning, your cruiser will sail from the Vembanad Lake jetty and heads South, anchoring at Chambakulam, where you will transfer onto the traditional rice boat once again for a sightseeing excursion to St. Mary's Church and Sree Bhagavathy Kshetram –old Hindu temple to Mother Goddess, and the Chambakulam snake boat yard, which displays the traditional long snake boats used in the Kerala boat races.

The evening's entertainment on board is a Mohiniattam recital on board. Mohiniattam, is a classical dance form, unique to Kerala, and it is also called the 'Dance of the Enchantress'. The performers are attired in beautiful traditional costumes and they perform with slow, graceful movements and highly emotive expressions.

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and overnight stay in the houseboat.

DAY 6: HOUSEBOAT - KOVALAM (170 KMS / 4 HRS)

This morning, you will disembark at the Jetty and transfer to Kovalam, the last stop on your Kerala Honeymoon tour. On arrival in Kovalam, check into the hotel.

Kovalam is Kerala's most famous beach and is a popular tourist destination. Kovalam beach was discovered by the western hippies in the 1960s. It was they who chanced upon this hidden paradise, till then a fishing village (as it still is on Chowara Beach). It has since become one of the most popular beach destinations. Kovalam has today acquired all the trappings of a beach resort. The seaside eateries serving a fusion of Indian and continental food, itinerant hawkers, fast food vendors, pubs, etc.

Overnight stay in Kovalam.

DAY 7: DAY IN KOVALAM

The day is at your own leisure. Start the day with breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy strolls on the soft sands while watching the waves. You could also choose to try out water sports.

Overnight stay in Kovalam.

DAY 8: DAY IN KOVALAM

The day is at your own leisure. Start the day with breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy strolls on the soft sands while watching the waves. You could also choose to try out water sports.

Overnight stay in Kovalam.

DAY 9: DAY IN KOVALAM

The day is at your own leisure. Start the day with breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy strolls on the soft sands while watching the waves. You could also choose to try out water sports.

Overnight stay in Kovalam.

DAY 10: KOVALAM - TRIVANDRUM DEPARTURE

After breakfast transfer to airport to connect flight for onward destination.