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KERALA TOUR:
Think of Kerala, think of spices! India is world’s leading country in producing spice with Kerala being the primary producing state But, Kerala is not only about spices. On one hand you get to see the peaceful and calm backwaters in Poovar and on the other hand there is the beautiful Munnar hill. The state also has one of India's best serene beaches, the Kovalam beach.
Not only can the beach lovers, animal lovers too go to Kerala! You will find one of the finest of forest reserves in India at Thekkady. Set high in the ranges of Western Ghats of Kerala is the Periyar National Park and Tiger Reserve. The park is often referred to asThekkady. The sanctuary houses many species of wild animals and birds, the most famous being the wild Asian elephants. They make a fantastic sight when you spot them in the wild, roaming around in large herds
Kochi (Cochin), Kerala's most visited tourist destination, offers you a glimpse of the traditional Kerala culture, be it the Chinese fishing nets, the tranquil churches, the synagogue, or the remnants of the Colonial settlements. There is something for everyone! Famous for its backwaters and houseboat rides, Cochin is also a gourmet lover's paradise. Culturally, Kerala also offers Kalaripayattu, an ancient martial art, and Kathakali dance, in which, elaborately costumed artists perform stories from the ancient Indian epic Mahabharata.
Duration : 07 Night / 8 Day
Destination :
Kochi–Munnar, Munnar – Thekkady, Houseboat – Kovalam – Trivandrum, Kovalam – Kochi
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ITINERARY(KERALA TOUR):
Destination: Kochi – Munnar -BThekkady – Houseboat – Kovalam – Trivandrum
07 Nights/08 Days Tour
Day-1– Kochi
Welcome to God’s Own Country. Upon arrival our representative will greet you at Kochi Airport/ Railway Station and then transfer to the hotel. The major tourist attractions are Chinese Fishing Nets, St. Francis Church, Santa Cruz Basilica, Jewish Synagogue, and Mattancherry Palace/Dutch Palace.
Overnight stay at the Hotel/Resort.
Day-2-Kochi – Munnar (158 kms. – 04 hrs.)
After breakfast later proceed to Munnar, the place where the unfolded green carpet is waiting for you. Munnar is breathtakingly beautiful, a haven of peace and tranquility - the idyllic tourist destination in God's own country. Munnar is the gateway of Hills in South India. On the way you can also watch the lovely waterfalls in Cheeyappara and colourful flowers in Blossom Garden. Reach & check-in at the hotel and relax for a while amidst the comforts of your room. Explore rest of the day along with the nature.
Overnight stay at the Hotel/Resort.
Day -3-Munnar
Enjoy the sumptuous breakfast. Later proceed for a morning sightseeing trip of Munnar; visiting the Eravikulam National Park where you can see the very rare mountain goats locally called the Nilgiri Tahr, visit Mattupetty Dam which offers many fascinating sights to relish. The Shola forests around Mattupetty are ideal for trekking and bird watching, with the variety of birds found there. Kundala is a picturesque town located at the confluence of three mountain streams namely Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. Enroute visit Echo Point, View Point & green carpet of Tea Gardens.
Overnight stay at the Hotel/Resort.
Day-4-Munnar – Thekkady (110 kms. – 03 hrs.)
Enjoy the sumptuous breakfast. Later proceed to Thekkady which offers diverse attractions like Wildlife Sanctuary, Hill Station and Spice Plantation. Natures own little hideout nestled in the hills of Thekkady. Reach & check-in at the hotel and relax for a while amidst the comforts of your room. Visit the local spice market for some garden fresh spices and handicrafts.
Overnight stay at the Hotel/Resort.
Day-5-Thekkady – Houseboat (130 kms. – 03 hrs.)
Enjoy the sumptuous breakfast. Later proceed to the boat Jetty to board the beautifully decorated houseboats and begin the enchanting backwater cruising. The backwaters of Kerala is a unique product of Kerala and is found no where else in the world. A glide in a "Kettuvallam" (Houseboat) through the enchanting backwaters is sure to rob your heart. You’re in a watery universe, so quiet, even you can hear your own blood pumping around your head. Sparkling greens, emerald backwaters, coir-laden houseboats and magical beauty heals your mind and body as you travel to surreal Kerala.
Overnight stay in the Houseboat.
Day-6-Houseboat – Kovalam (176 kms - 05 hrs.)
Enjoy the sumptuous breakfast. Later proceed to Kovalam. Kovalam beach is known as the "Paradise of the South". This dreamland is an evergreen, serene, pleasant climatic and enticing beach destination. Reach & check-in at the hotel and relax for a while amidst the comforts of your room. Explore on your own to see how the everlasting sea touches the everlasting sky. Kovalam is the place where one can see the golden sand at the day time & silver sand in the night. With high rock promontory and a calm bay of blue waters, this beach paradise creates a unique aquarelle on moonlight nights. Overnight stay at the Hotel/Resort.
Day-7-Kovalam – Trivandrum – Kovalam
Enjoy the sumptuous breakfast. Later proceed for the sightseeing of Trivandrum. Thiruvananthapuram literally means Ananthapuri, "the city of Ananthan", the Thiru (Great/Lord) Ananthan's Puram (City). Ananthan is the serpent Sesha on whom Padmanabhan or Vishnu reclines. The temple of Anantha, the Sri Padmanabhaswamy temple is the most religious icon of the city. Other sightseeing places are Kuthiramalika Palace Museum, the name Kuthiramalika means 'palace of horses' derived from the frieze of 122 wooden horses on the exterior walls. Veli Tourist Village, which has an excellent waterfront park with a wide range of aqua entertainment facilities like fishponds, wading pools and landscaped garden. Shangumugham Beach where one can watch the amazing sunset.
Overnight stay at the Hotel/Resort.
Day-8-Trivandrum Drop
Enjoy the breakfast. Later pack your baggages with a promise to return once again to this part of the world.... Proceed on time to board your flight/train with sweet memories of your holiday. We await for your next visit ... Bon Voyage. Service ends.
TOUR CONCLUDES
ITINERARY(KERALA TOUR-09 Nights/10 Days):
Destination: Kochi – Munnar -BThekkady – Houseboat – Kovalam – Trivandrum
09 Nights/10 Days Tour
Day-1–Cochin (Arrival)
Arrival at Cochin Airport/Ernakulum Station and transfer to hotel. Check in at Hotel. After noon proceed for Cochin Sightseeing. Visit the Dutch Palace-built by the Portuguese in 1557 and subsequently renovated by the Dutch after 1663. The murals are perhaps the best in India. Jewish Synagogue - built in 1568 and the oldest Synagogue in the Commonwealth are at Mattancherry . Evening back to the hotel and Overnight stay at Cochin Hotel.
Day-2-Cochin (Sightseeing)
After breakfast visit St. Francis Church - built in 1510 and the oldest European church in India, Chinese Fishing Nets- introduced by the court of Kublai Khan can be seen in Fort Cochin.Fort Cochin Beach etc. Evening back to the hotel and Overnight stay at Cochin Hotel.
Day -3-Cochin-Munnar (150 KM / 04 HRS)
After breakfast check out from the hotel and transfer to Munnar. Munnar is 1800 mts above sea level and also the place of South India’s highest peak (Anamudi - 2695 mts). On the way visit Valara, Cheeyappara waterfalls & Tea Plantations. On arrival at Munnar transfer to Hotel. Check in at Hotel. Afternoon visit Rajamalai (Eravikulam National Park - open as per the directions by the forest authorities ), the best place to see Nilgiri Tahr (Hermitragus Hilarious) - the mountain goat of South India & Tea Museum. Evening have a short visit at Munnar town. You can see the beautiful tea estates like a green paradise. Overnight stay at Munnar.
Day-4-Munnar
After breakfast proceed for sightseeing. Mattupetty dam, Echo Point, Kundalay Dam,Pothenmedu View Point, Blossom Park etc are some of the highlights of the sightseeing. Shopping & overnight stay at Munnar.
Day-5-Munnar – Thekkady (APPROX 125KMS 4HRS)
Morning have breakfast at resort later check out resort and drive to Thekkady. Thekkady is a world famous wildlife sanctuary and it is also called as Periyar. On arrival check in Hotel Afternoon proceed for a game viewing cruise on the Periyar Lake. Here you will be able to see a large variety of wildlife, which include elephants, monkeys, deer, wild boar etc evening you can take a Elephant ride at Periyar wild life and rest of the day is at leisure.
Day-6- Thekkady – Alleppey (APPROX 160kms 05HRS)
After Breakfast checkout from Thekkady and proceed to Alleppey. Evening enjoy at Marari Beach & visit local market of alleppey. Overnight stay at Alleppey Hotel.
Day-7-Alleppey (House Boat)
After breakfast check-out from hotel & transfer to Backwater houseboat checkin at houseboat and enjoy fantastic stay on board with backwater ride- Overnight stay at Alleppey Houseboat.
Day-8-Alleppey – Kovalam (APPROX 170kms 05HRS)
After Breakfast proceed to Visit Padmanabh Swami temple, Raja Ravi Verma Art Gallery and Napier Museum (subject to operation),have fun at Kovalam Beach. Enjoy get-together with your travel companions in the evening. Overnight stay at the Kovalam Hotel.
Day-9-Kovalam- Kanyakumari Kovalam
After breakfast proceed for Kanyakumari sightseeing. Take a ferry ride to Swami Vivekanand Rock Memorial to see the meditation hall and smarak. Visit Kanyakumari Mandir, Tri-Samudra Milan, and Gandhi Mandapam. Overnight stay at the Kovalam hotel.
Day-10-Kovalam - Trivandrum (Tour Ends)
Morning have breakfast at resort later check out Hotel and drive to Airport / Railway Station for departure.
TOUR CONCLUDES
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Accommodation on twin sharing / triple sharing. |
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Entry fees at the monuments/ temples |
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All metioned sightseeings. |
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Soft drinks and hard drinks. |
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Transport as per request. |
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Expenses of personal nature such as laundry telephone calls, drinks, tipp and guide charge etc. |
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Food as per the meal plan. |
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Any kind of insurance. |
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Extra bed charges as per the Hotel. |
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All applicable taxes. |
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Hotel details.
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