Kerala Backwater Travel (SITP08)Cities | Hotels | Tour Packages In South india
Destinations Covered : Mumbai - Cochin - Periyar - Kumarakom - Houseboat - Marari - Cochin
Day - 1 » Abroad Mumbai
Kerala Backwater Arrive Mumbai International airport. On arrival, the guest will be met by our representative and transferred to hotel. Upon arrival at hotel the friends might be provided with the traditional Indian welcome. Indian welcome consists of Aarti-Tikka and garlands. Overnight at hotel.
Day - two » Mumbai
Bombay Early morning, one hour boat trip throughout Mumbai Harbour brings you to the lush green Elephanta Island. Here, check out a number of the enormous and intricately carved Elephanta Caves that date again for the 8th century. For rows of enormous columns reduce into solid rock from three wonderful avenues, result in the outstanding three-headed sculpture representing Brahma the Creator, Vishnu the Preserver and Shiva the Destroyer. Committed to Shiva, the beauty and power of these phenomenal sculptures depicting the several manifestations of Shiva is overpowering. Afternoon, Metropolis tour of Bombay - the terrific port town with its Victorian Gothic buildings from your British Raj Era mingling with the modern. The tour includes 'Gateway of India' overlooking the Harbour, the 'Towers of Silence', 'Marine Drive', the 'Colaba Causeway' - the business heart of Bombay and also the Dhobi Ghat, the distinctive and colourful outdoor 'laundry'. Generate upto the Malabar Hill for the lovely 'Hanging Gardens' along with the Kamla Nehru Park from where you can get a terrific see of Mumbai and the Arabian Sea, spread out prior to you. Also check out Mani Bhawan, a modest museum devoted for the living and works of Mahatma Gandhi, and the bustling Crawford Marketplace. Overnight at hotel
Day - three » Mumbai - Cochin - Periyar
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary Morning transfer towards the airport to connect flight to Cochin(0840 hrs / 1025 hrs) Upon arrival, meet & transfer for the hotel for lunch. Thereafter drive to Periyar (190 kms) Upon arrival at Periyar - examine into hotel Periyar - Sprawling across 777 sq. kms. from the Cardamom Hills of the Western Ghats, Thekkady is the home to one with the largest wildlife reserves in India. Alive with exotic flora and vibrant wildlife, it is the perfect getaway tucked away among hills. Spice Village Resort is situated just exterior the famous Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. This exclusive and deluxe village resort is set in a spice garden - with 37 cottages of thatched roofs which blend properly with the surrounding greenery. Overnight at hotel
Day - 4 » Periyar - Kumarakom
Early morning boatcruise on the Lake from the famous Periyar wildlife sanctuary to see wild life. Periyar - an artificial lake or reservoir created by a dam on Periyar River is the heart in the Wildlife Sanctuary wild elephants, Asiatic Deer, Black Buck and even Tigers come to shores with the lake for a drink. Return to hotel for breakfast After breakfast a guided walk around the Spice Village to see the different spices grown in the resort garden. Thereafter push 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 go to the tea estates. Kumarakom - is a attractive backwater village on the shores with the enchanting Vembanad Lake, criss crossed with meandering waterways and ancient cottages. A holiday in Coconut Lagoon promises to be distinct 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 also the air so calm, it is possible to reach out and touch the sky with your finger tips. Overnight at hotel
Day - 5 » Kumarakom - Houseboat
Early morning at leisure at Coconut Lagoon, taking a cruise on the backwaters in standard country canoes called "vanjis" to see the agricultural activities of the local people living on the again waters. Check out also the stunning bird sanctuary. Lunch at the hotel Afternoon board the traditional rice boats - "Ketuvallam" and begin your journey through the picturesque backwaters and little lakes relaxing in the tranquillity of Kerala's attractive scenery. Experience the way of daily life and activity with the local people, the 1 bedroom house with a lounge is exclusively for you, meals are going to be served with freshly bought produce from the local markets and cooked on board. Overnight on board.
Marari: Breakfast on board. 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
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 - Mumbai
Morning transfer from hotel to the airport for flight to Bombay.(1055 hrs / 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
Day - 10 » Abroad Mumbai Leave Mumbai Tour Ends
