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Day 01:
ARRIVAL COCHIN.
Upon arrival at Cochin airport, our executive will meet you in the Airport followed by transfer to Hotel. Rest of the day relax. (Overnight stay in Cochin).
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ABOUT MALABAR HOUSE:
Designed to the last detail and furbished with select antiques and art, The Malabar House seamlessly combines tradition and contemporary design. The feel is small, cozy and personal, a heaven amidst this vibrant yet historical harbour city. The rooms have tiled floors, no rugs and are decorated superbly with stunning color schemes and antique objets d’art. No smoking rooms are available. Rooms with easy wheelchair access are available. |
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Day 02: COCHIN SIGHTSEEING.
In the morning after breakfast depart for the sightseeing of Cochin visiting - the old parts of Fort Cochin and Mattancherry. Here you see Dutch Palace built by the Portuguese and presented to the Cochin King in the 16th century and the St. Francis Church, the oldest European church in India, Santa Cruz Basilica, the fishing market and the famous Chinese fishing nets - believed having been introduced by the traders from the court of Kublai Khan to the Malabar region. In the evening you visit a popular classical dance-drama of Kerala "Kathakali". This wonderful blend of histrionic dance is distinguished by its amazing costumes, very extensive make up, passionate body movements and is performed exclusively by males. (Overnight stay in Cochin).
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Day 03: COCHIN TO PERIYAR (165km / 5h).
Check out from the hotel after breakfast and drive towards Periyar (also known as Thekkady). The name Periyar comes after the Dam made here by the English in 1895. A wild life reserve hence is an ideal place to track down wild life such as Elephants, Bison, Deer and numerous other varieties of birds. The landscape here is with very tropical and you will be surrounded by tea, coffee & other spices. On arrival check on to hotel and by 4:00 p.m. we will take you on a guided plantation tour to a nearby garden where various species of spices and other aromatic plants are cultivated. The guide will explain and clarify your doubts according the species used in the Indian cuisine. (Overnight stay in Thekkady).
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ABOUT SPICE VILLAGE:
Curling around a misty ridge 2,000 ft high in the Periyar fastness, is the arborarium, one man's personal forest, with fruit trees, rare herbs and a profusion of flowering plants.
And here, is the resort – Spice village. A village produced whole, using mountain spirit and tribal wisdom as building material.
Your cottage is brick and log, the roof thatched with the same elephant grass used in tribal huts, woven in the same traditional techniques.
Of course, the comforts of a modern hotel exist, but they never intrude. Modern plumbing, comfortable beds and hot showers find their place, but in a setting stripped down to its natural essence.
Hewn stone replaces shag carpets. Birdsong takes the place of television.
Air-conditioning? Unnecessary anyway in the fine mountain climate, and what would it do but mask the heady scents of spice forests?. |
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Day 04: PERIYAR SIGHTSEEING.
Early morning at 06:00 a.m. you will go on a guided Jungle walk in the Periyar tiger Reserve National Park. This 03-hour-walk (not very hard) is very interesting and gives you a chance to see wildlife life at a very close distance. Periyar Reserve is a home to herds of elephants, sambar, gaur, macaques and Nilgiri langur. If you are lucky you may even spot the rarely sighted leopards and tigers. Today you will go a two hour Boat Cruise on the Periyar Lake. During this journey you can see the wild animals along the shore bathing, drinking, resting and foraging. It is an excellent spot to see a family of elephants, wild boar and sambar deer by the water's edge. (Overnight stay in Thekkady).
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Day 05: PERIYAR TO KUMARAKOM (125km / 3h).
Check out from the hotel and drive towards Kumarakom - a tiny hamlet perched on the western banks of the Vembanad Lake. Lying 16 km west of Kottayam, Kumarakom is a land of streams and canals, and is popularly known for its bird sanctuary. On arrival check in the resort and rest of the day at leisure. (Overnight stay in Kumarakom).
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ABOUT KUMARAKOM LAKE RESORT:
Kumarakom Lake Resort, acclaimed as the finest luxury heritage resort in India, nestles on the serene banks of the Lake Vembanad, the vast stretch of tranquil, emerald green backwaters. The villas and suites at the Resort are a perfect blend of Kerala's traditional architectural charm and luxurious, modern amenities.
Ayurmana is the exclusive Ayurveda Centre where highly qualified, reputed physicians practice genuine age-old traditions and treatments. A self-contained wing that caters to your total rejuvenation and therapy needs, in the ambience of an authentic, age-old Tharavad.
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Day 06: IN KUMARAKOM.
Today you can experience a General Ayurvedic full body massage and relax in the resort. (Overnight stay in Kumarakom). |
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Day 07: KUMARAKOM TO ALLEPPEY (BY HOUSEBOAT).
Cruises: Kumarakom to Alleppey trip.
Morning after breakfast step onto the houseboat which is waiting for you to take on a tour through the backwaters, a splendid area full of canals, lakes and coves. You can sunbathe on the deck or observe the landscape from the protection of the cabin. The population’s whole life takes place here on the water. The people sail, fish, swim and bathe here. They do their washing and their washing up. They are so adapted to the water that you can see people talking for an hour, while they are up to their necks in water. Peddlers take care of the supplies and the public transport goes on the water. Countless water birds wait for their chance to catch a fish. The trip goes through a wonderful area full of palm trees, rice fields and floating water plants that surround the boat like emerald Green Island. (Overnight onboard Houseboat). |
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ABOUT MUTHOOT RIVER ESCAPES – HOUSEBOATS:
The feel at home can be had on the river as you glide along, on the houseboats. Interiors done up in coir and jute with colour schemes in soothing earth tones and furniture inspired by traditional lines, add to the timeless ambience that is part of the aesthetic appeal on offer.
The Eco-cell processing plant for solid waste management and an efficient laundry service ensure the untreated detergents not to find their way into the pristine backwaters. All the fruits and vegetables are organically grown on local farms while the fish is caught fresh, just before mealtime!
A fully equipped boarding area at Pallathuruthy, along the Kuttanad riverside, complete with a coffee shop, souvenir store, toilets and locker facility, make for a comfortable beginning to your holiday. |
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Day 08: ALLEPPEY TO KOVALAM (160km / 3.5h).
Disembark from the houseboat and drive towards Kovalam. On arrival check in the hotel and rest of the day free for own activities. (Overnight stay in Kovalam).
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Day 09: IN KOVALAM.
Day for leisure activities on the beach. (Overnight stay in Kovalam).
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ABOUT THE LEELA:
Leela Kovalam Beach is perched on a cliff, cradled between two wide sweeping eaches, spread over 44 acres, overlooking the Arabian Sea. It is the largest beach resort of Kerala offering a number of ways to enjoy the hospitality of a beach resort. In keeping with the stark, yet stunning setting all the rooms in three unique wings. But rest assured, every room and every wing comes with complimentary sea views and sunsets. |
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Day 10: KOVALAM TO TRIVANDRUM AIRPORT.
Check out from the resort after breakfast and drive towards Trivandrum airport to board the onward flight to respective destination.
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(END OF OUR SERVICES) |
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| TOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES: |
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Accommodation on twin sharing room. |
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Daily breakfast. |
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Sightseeing as per itinerary. |
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Transfers by Air Conditioned Car. |
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One night on Houseboat on full board basis. |
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Backwaters cruise: Kumarakom – Alleppey. |
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English speaking private local guide. |
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Entrances fees to sightseeing places. |
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Kathakali dance performance visit at Cochin. |
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Plantation tour in Periyar. |
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Trekking and boat trip at Periyar National park. |
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One Ayurvedic massage in Kumarakom. |
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Farewell dinner in Kovalam. |
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All applicable taxes. |
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| TOUR PACKAGE DOES NOT INCLUDE: |
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Meals at hotels other than those listed in above inclusions. |
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Christmas and new year eve supplements. |
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Cameras Fee & Tipping |
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Expenses of personal nature such as tipping, porters, laundry, telephones, etc. |
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Inland/international Flight ticket Charges |
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All other than those listed in above inclusions |
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| PRICE INFO: |
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The above quote is valid till 31 March 2010 only. |
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There will be an additional compulsory supplement applicable between 20 Dec’09 to 15 Jan’10 and 01 to 28 Feb’10. |
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| Tour Length |
09 Nights / 10 Days. |
| Visit |
Cochin (Arrival) – Periyar – Kumarakom – Alleppey – Kovalam – Trivandrum (Departure) |
| Prices |
Starting At USD 1,337 * Only. |
| Dates |
Check Dates below. |
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| SUMMER: VALID FROM 1 APR TO 30 SEP 2010 |
* (Prices are per person in USD) |
| Minimum of 02 Paying Pax on Twin Sharing Basis: |
USD 1337.00 Per Person |
| Supplement for Single Room: |
USD 783.00 Per Single Room |
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| WINTER: VALID FROM 1 OCT 2010 - 31MAR 2011 |
| Minimum of 02 Paying Pax on Twin Sharing Basis: |
USD 2595.00 Per Person |
| Supplement for Single Room: |
USD 1580.00 Per Single Room |
| * Prices are Based on Per Person on Twin Share Basis. |
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