Duration:
20 Days Destinations:
Mumbai, Kovalam, Varkala, Kumarakom, Periyar, Kottayam,
Alleppey, Cochin, Calicut, Vythiri, Ooty, Mysore, Bangalore 
Day
01: Arrive Mumbai On arrival in Mumbai transfer to hotel where we
will be holding the rooms on ready occupancy basis. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 02: In Mumbai Today you will come with
us to explore the Mumbai, you will visit The Juhu beach, Gateway of India,
Elephanta caves. Overnight at hotel.
Day 03:
Mumbai-Trivandrum - Kovalam Transfer to Airport for flight to
Trivandrum. On arrival in Trivandrum transfer to hotel in Kovalam. Latter
enjoy the day in the sand. At your choice from any of the centers nearby,
you can pamper yourself with a herbal, body- toning massage. Overnight to be
spent at hotel.
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Day 04: Kovalam - Cape Camorin - Kovalam
After refreshing yourself at the beaches, next morning you will go to Cape
Camorin. Visit Padmanabhapuram Palace & Archeological museum - In the
evening drive back to Kovalam & spend your night with your high -
reaching memories at the hotel.
Day 05: Kovalam -
Varkala Morning after we will proceed towards Varkala, one of the
unspoilt beach resorts of India. You also have an option to go for body
therapy over here. Overnight to be spent at hotel.
Day
06: Varkala - Kumarakom Today ride into Kumarakom - the backwater
country - by speed boat or a luxury cruiser from Varkala and then make
yourself at home in its small-town hush. Feel at home!
Day
07: In Kumarakom Get Set for the moments that will approach you
today with a boat ride into the countryside, you will visit the Kumarakom
Bird Sanctuary. If you are adventurous enough, you can indulge in water
sports such as windsailing & water skiing. You can even take a canoe out
into the quiet lakes. Overnight at hotel.
Day 08:
Kumarakom - Periyar Getting to Periyar is as sublime as the
destination itself. A scenic journey past mist capped mountains, spice
plantations and open grasslands lined with spectacular water falls and
delightful trekking trails form the access to your hideaway here. On arrival
check into hotel, refresh yourself & be relaxed. Overnight to be spent
at hotel.
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Day 09: In Periyar Tiger ! Isn't the word
exciting & horrifying too! Yes, it is. Today you might have an
opportunity to meet the beast. Come! Let's pierce into the Den & go to
Periyar Tiger Reserve. Trekking with a local guide familiarizes you to the
rare birds, trees & flowers that are come across here. You can even set
upon a walk through the plantations filled with the heady fragrance of fresh
spice. A boat safari on the Periyar Lake extends a lifetime's chance to spot
exotic wildlife in its natural habitat - like the eccentric bathing habits
of the wild elephants that come down to the lake. Overnight at hotel.
Day
10 & Day 11: Periyar - Kottayam - Backwater In the morning,
drive to Kottayam, from where you will board the traditionally decorated
houseboats, you will start a 02 nights back water cruise which will end on
day 12th Morning at Allepey .
Day 12: Allepey -
Cochin Pick up from the Allepey and transfer to hotel in Cochin.
Afternoon city tour covering Jewish Synagogue, St. Francis Church , Dutch
Palace. In the evening enjoy Kathakali dance show. Overnight at hotel.
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Day 13: Cochin - Calicut Morning drive to
Calicut. On arrival check in into hotel. Afternoon half day city tour
covering - Pazhassiraja Museum, The Art Gallery and Krishna Art Museum.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 14: Calicut - Vythiri
Ensconced in Vythiri - 3750ft above sea level, in the Western Ghats among
the Wyanad Hills in North Kerala at a distance of 65 kms from Calicut
enroute Ooty - Mysore is the biggest kept secret of Kerala. The access to
the Tree house 86 ft from ground is by an indigenous cane elevator. Spend
your time at the beautiful accommodation in Tree house.
Day
15: In Vythiri Day free to explore the area. Overnight at hotel.
Day 16: Vythiri - Ooty Morning drive to
Ooty. On arrival check in into hotel. Overnight at hotel.
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Day 17: In Ooty Day free to explore the
surroundings. Overnight at hotel.
Day 18: Ooty -
Mysore Morning drive to Mysore. On arrival check in into hotel.
Afternoon city tour. Overnight at hotel.
Day 19:
Mysore - Bangalore Morning city tour then drive to Bangalore. On
arrival check in into hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day
20: Bangalore - Bombay - Departure Morning city tour of Bangalore,
followed by departure transfer to catch flight to Mumbai. On arrival you
will be taken to hotel where we will be holding a few rooms for wash and
change. Have dinner and be transferred to Airport to catch International
flight.