Duration: 14 Days
Destinations:
Mumbai, Kovalam, Varkala, Kumarakom, Thekkaddy, Munnar, Cochin
Day
01: Arrive Mumbai On arrival, you will be met by our
representative & transferred to hotel, where we will be holding the
rooms on ready occupancy basis. After traditional welcome check into hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
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Day 02: In Mumbai Morning enjoy a half day
tour of: Gateway of India, the stone archway designed by Wittett in the 16th
century Gujarat style. Elephanta Caves, 9kms by sea. These 7th century rock
- cut temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. Overnight at hotel.
Day
03: Mumbai - Trivandrum - Kovalam Today morning you will be
transferred to hotel to connect flight to Trivandrum. On arrival in
Trivandrum drive to Kovolam & transfer to hotel, after check in
formalities enjoy your day in the sand. At your choice from any of the
centers nearby, you can pamper yourself with a herbal, body- toning message.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 04: Kovalam - Cape Camorin -
Kovalam Today you will go for a same day return trip to Cape
camorin. Visit, Padmanabhapuram Palace & Archaeological museum - drive
back to Kovalam. Overnight at hotel.
Day 05: Kovalam
- Varkala Morning after breakfast we will proceed towards Varkala,
the most unspoilt beach resorts of India you also have an option to go for
body therapy over there. Overnight 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!
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Day 07: In Kumarakom Get set for the moments
that will approach you today with a boat ride into the countryside, your
visit to the Bird Sanctuary. If you are adventurous enough, you can indulge
in water sports such as Wind Sailing & Water Skiing. You can even take a
canoe out into the quiet lakes. Overnight at hotel.
Day
08: Kumarakom - Thekkady 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 &
delightful trekking trails form the access to your hide way here. On arrival
check into hotel, refresh yourself & be relaxed. Overnight at hotel.
Day 09: In Thekkady Tiger! Isn't the word
exciting & horrifying too! 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.
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Day 10: Thekkady - Munnar In the morning,
head towards a place, which is called as " nature lover's paradise"
Sprawling tea plantations. Picture book's town. Winding lanes filled with
the heady fragrance of fresh tea, all 1800m above the sea level. After
arriving there, check into hotel. Overnight to be spent at hotel.
Day
11: In Munnar Munnar has the highest peak in South India, Anamudi
which towers over 2695m. An assortment of wild life such as the Nilgiri
Thar, Nilgiri Langur, Sambhar, Gaur and the lion tailed Macaque are found in
the rich tropical forests around. Devikulam, serene hill township is a
nature lover's retreat. Trout fishing on the Devikulam lake is a major
attraction. Eravikulam National park, the best place to see Nilgiri Thar,
the mountain goat of South India. Overnight at hotel.
Day
12: Munnar - Cochin Today morning drive to Cochin, On arrival in "Queen
Of The Arabian Sea" check into hotel. Afternoon free to relax. In the
evening enjoy Kathakali dance show. Kerala renowned through out the world
for its harmonious blending of poetry, music, costumes and gestures to
narrate stories from Indian Epics. Overnight at hotel.
Day
13: In Cochin Morning city tour covering Jewish Synagogue - Built
in 1568 the oldest synagogue in the commonwealth stands, adorned by hundreds
of exquisite hand - painted Chinese tiles in blue & white. St. Francis
church Originally, built out of wood in 1503 and thus earning fame as the
oldest European church in India. Vasco de Gama was buried there. Dutch
Palace - As you climb its stone steps, you enter a different world of
Palanquins and heraldry, jewels and rich murals. Roam about in the cobbled
streets, you will love it. Overnight at hotel.
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Day 14: Cochin - Mumbai Transfer to airport
to en board flight to Bombay. On arrival we will transfer to hotel where we
will be holding a few rooms for wash and change. After wash and change and
dinner transfer to International Airport for flight back home.