Thiruvananthapuram Weekend Tour | Short Trip To Trivandrum

OVERVIEW- Also known as Cochin or Ernakulam, Kochi is one of the most well-known cities in the south Indian state of Kerala, thus, making is the right weekend getaway. Bordered by the Arabian Sea on the West and the Western Ghats on the East, this city is known for its rich historical past.. A delightful place, Kochi boasts a culture that is an amazing mix of the old and the new.

KOCHI (COCHIN) - Kochi is the commercial capital and the most cosmopolitan city of Kerala, Kochi along with its mainland part, Ernakulum is also known as the Queen of the Arabian Sea. With one of the finest natural harbors in the world, Kochi is the most modern city of Kerala where the best shopping markets are located.

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM- Trivandrum now called Thiruvananthapuram is an ancient seaside city built on seven hills. It is one of the major business centre and busiest harbor in the country. Capital of Gods Own Land, Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram is one of the most beautiful and greenest cities of India. The city features long stretches of serene backwaters, beautiful palm fringed beaches, historic monuments and revered shrines.

Tour Destination: Kochi - Thiruvananthapuram - Kochi

Travel Duration: 02 Nights/03 Days

DAY 1: KOCHI - THIRUVANANTHAPURAM

Drive the capital city of God's own country Kerala- Thiruvananthapuram. Transfer to hotel. After freshen up visit

KOVALAM BEACH- Paradise of the South, Kovalam is famous for its beautiful beaches and tourist resorts and is located just 9 km south of Somatheeram. There are three beaches here- Light House Beach, Hawah Beach and Samudra Beach. One to the south is the Light House beach and is the most popular.

THIRUVALLAM BACKWATERS- The meeting place of two rivers Killi and Karamana, Thiruvallam backwaters is a beautiful place and is very popular for canoe rides. A temple in honor of Lord Parashurama, believed to be the creator of Kerala, is at Thiruvallam which attracts devotees from far and wide.

Overnight at Hotel.

DAY 2: THIRUVANANTHAPURAM

After breakfast visit

PADMANABHASWAMY TEMPLE- A wealthy and popular temple of India, Padmanaswamy Temple with its brilliant Dravidian architecture is dedicated to Lord Padhmanabha (Vishnu). This is one amongst 180 Divya Desams in India which are holiest abodes of Lord Vishnu.

PONMUDI HILLS- Ponmudi is an unspoiled hill-station in Thiruvananthapuram, having a thick carpet of forest rolling down to the foothills. And to add on more charm, tea gardens are located in the locale. The town is a treasure for nature-lovers and adventure enthusiasts who like to partake in activities like mountaineering, rock climbing and trekking.

Overnight at Hotel.

DAY 3: THIRUVANANTHAPURAM - KOCHI

Day free for leisure and later, drive back to Kochi to catch your flights/train towards onward destination.

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