Trivandrum, Kovalam Beach & Ponmudi Hill Resorts

TRIVANDRUM/KOVALAM

Arrival at kochveli by 9.30 am Transfer to Kovalam. After Fresh up and early lunch, visit to enjoy the Kovalam Beach, evening vist Sri Padmanabhaswami temple the 260 year old temple covers an area of 2400sqm.The temple is in Dravidans style. The temple is located inside the east fort. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the temple is a blend of the Kerala and Dravidian styles of architecture. It is known for its mural paintings and stone carvings. One among the 108 sacred Vishnu temples in India, the presiding deity in this temple is Lord Vishnu reclining on Anantha the Serpent. The temple is opened only to Hindus but occasionally to Visitors also shopping at Trivandrum. After Dinner Night Halt at Kovalam.

KOVALAM / PONMUDI (The Golden Peak)

After Fresh up & Breakfast Departure for Ponmudi on the way visit Meenmutty Waterfalls. The visitor has to trek through the dense forests to reach the falls. This waterfalls is on the trek path to Agastyakoodam. After lunch enjoy ponmudi hills— the golden hills .Pine trees touching the skies …… Mountain streams singing along their way ……. Flowers Dancing to the music…. Welcome to a land that inspires poetry, a land where nature is at her very best. Where High altitudes and cool climates make the spirits soar. Where breathtaking panoramic views Sooth city-weary eyes .Where the air is clean , the stars seem to shine brighter and time seems to walk down meandering lanes at a leisurely pace… evening back to hotel at Trivandrum, After dinner night halt at Trivandrum.

TRIVANDRUM / BANGALORE

After fresh up and breakfast, Trivandrum Local Sight Seeing Sree Chithra Art Gallery: Located near the Napier Museum, this art gallery displays select painting of Raja Ravi Varma, Svetlova and Nicholas Roerich and exquisite works from the Rajput, Mughal and Tanjore schools of art in India. The collection also includes paintings from China, JapanTibet and Bali.Zoological Park: One of the first zoos in India, it is located in a well-planned botanical garden. With huge trees like frangipani and jacaranda dotting the sprawling lawns and wild fowl swimming in the lake, it is like a small jungle in the heart of the city. A reptile house with different species of snakes is also located in the premises. Palace Museum: The palace was built by Maharaja Swathi Thirunal Balarama Varma – the King of Travancore, who was a great poet, musician, social reformer and statesman. This rare specimen of workmanship in the traditional Travancore style of architecture also has exquisite wood carvings. The palace museum displays paintings and various priceless collections of the royal family and is located near the Sree Padmanabha Swamy Temple. After lunch. Departure to Trivandrum railway station and departure to Bangalore by Trivandrum Bangalore express at 4.35pm, train no: 6322.

BANGALORE

Arrival at Bangalore.