Day 3 : BOMBAY - COCHIN - PERIYAR
Morning transfer to the airport to connect flight to Cochin . Upon
arrival, at Cochin - meet & transfer to the hotel for lunch. After
lunch drive to Periyar (190 kms) Upon arrival at Periyar - check into
hotel
Periyar - Sprawling across 777 sq. kms. of the Cardamom Hills
of the Western Ghats, Thekkady is the home to one of the largest
wildlife reserves in India. Alive with exotic flora and vibrant
wildlife, it is the perfect getaway tucked away among hills.
Day 4 : PERIYAR - KUMARAKOM
Early morning boatcruise on the lake of the famous Periyar Sanctuary to
view wild life. Periyar - an artificial lake or reservoir created by a
dam on Periyar River is the heart of the Wildlife Sanctuary wild
elephants, Asiatic Deer, Black Buck and even Tigers come to shores of
the lake for a drink. Return to hotel for breakfast
After breakfast a guided walk around the Spice Village to see the
various spices grown in the resort garden. Thereafter drive through the
winding "Ghats" lined with prosperous tea plantations &
then arrive the fascinating countryside of low-lying palms and paddy
fields to Kumarakom (190 kms) enroute visit the tea estates.
Kumarakom - is a beautiful backwater village on the shores of
the enchanting Vembanad Lake, criss crossed with meandering waterways
and ancient cottages.
A holiday in Coconut Lagoon promises to be different from any other.
Every "tarawad" or cottage you stay in is at least a century
old, reconstructed piece by piece in accordance with ancient rites of
carpentry. Relax at the waterfront, with the occasional native row boat
gliding silently by, and the air so calm, you can reach out and touch
the sky with your finger tips.
Overnight at hotel
Day 5 : KUMARAKOM - HOUSEBOAT
Morning
at leisure at Coconut Lagoon, take a cruise on the backwaters in
traditional country canoes called "vanjis" to see the
agricultural activities of the local people living on the back waters.
Visit also the beautiful bird sanctuary.
Afternoon board the traditional rice boats - "Ketuvallam" and
begin your journey through the picturesque backwaters and small lakes
relaxing in the tranquillity of Kerala's beautiful scenery, experiencing
the way of life and activity of the local people. The one bedroom house
with a lounge is exclusively for you, meals will be served with freshly
bought produce from the local markets and cooked on board.
Overnight on board.
Day 6 : OVERNIGHT ON BOARD
Thereafter sail to Alleppey & disembark at Puthenagady Jetty. On
arrival proceed directly to Mararikulam (30 kms)
Mararikulam- is one of the picturesque fishing villages that dot
the lovely coast line of Kerala. This private, shallow beach is fringed
with unending lines of coconut palms.
Rest of the day at leisure for own activities and enjoy the facilities
of the Resort. Overnight at hotel
Day 7 : MARARI
Full day at leisure for own activities and enjoy the facilities of the
Resort. Overnight at hotel
Day 8 : MARARI - COCHIN
After breakfast, drive to Cochin (60 kms)
Cochin - Popularly known as the Queen of the Arabian Sea,
Cochin is the oldest European settlement in India. Frilled with
backwaters and rich with old world charm, this city has lured many a
great voyager to its shores. Arrive Cochin & check into hotel
Tour of Cochin or "Kochi"- the palm green, commercial captial
of Kerala is known as the "Queen of the Arabian Sea". From
time immemorial, Arabs, Chinese, Dutch, British & Portuguese
seafarers followed the sea route to Kochi & left their impression on
the town. Modern Kochi is thus a splendid mosaic of these myriad
influences. Visit the Dutch Palace, the Jewish Synagogue, the Church of
St. Francis, the Bolghatty Palace & the famous Chinese fishing nets.
Afternoon, Harbour cruise - Cochin has one of the finest natural
harbours. The backwaters extending to the east & south from the
harbour are dotted with tiny islands, formed naturally by alluvial
deposits from the rivers.
Evening witness the Kathakali dance performance + make up demonstration
- Kathkali is a unique dance which has a 2000 year old history with more
than 100 different 'mudras' or gesture depicting deities, demons,
heroes, heroines and kings - each based on episodes from the Mahabharata
and Ramayana, the two epic Indian myths.
Dinner and overnight at hotel
Day 9 : COCHIN - BOMBAY
Morning transfer from hotel to the airport for flight
Cochin/Bombay(1055/1240 hrs). Upon arrival - met & transferred to
the hotel where rooms will be provided for wash and change Rest of the
day at leisure for own activities and to enjoy the facilities of the
hotel
Later transfer to the International airport for onward flight
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