South india with Taj-4

14 Days/13 nights

Goa-Cochin -Periyar-Kumarakom-House boat-Cochin

DAY 1

Arrive in  to Goa

Our friendly Local Representative will be waiting for you at theAirport  he will take you to your resort at the world-renowned Beach destination of India-GOA.

After lunch, relax at ‘the Queen of Arabian Beaches’. Admire Nature’s awesome beauty.  Try exotic Goan dishes at dinner.  Overnight at your resort.

DAY 2

Goan Sight tour

Enjoy River Cruise

After breakfast, check out of your resort. We then go on a full day sightseeing trip of Goa.

Visit a number of historic churches including Basilica of Bom Jesus, where the mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier is enshrined.

Later, visit the Se Cathedral, famous for its Golden Bell – the biggest bell in Goa and one of the best in the world.

After a spice plantation tour and pleasure boating in Mandori River, back to the Resort ,Relax and enjoy an overnight stay.

Day 3/Day4/Day 5/Day 6

At Goa

Full Day at Leisure

Full days at your disposal in the beach paradise of India.

Overnight stay at your Resort

DAY 7

On to Cochin

Begin your Tour at Kerala

After Breakfast proceed to Airport to catch the flight to Cochin.

Our friendly Representative will be waiting for you at the Cochin Airport.

We welcome you to Cochin – the tropical paradise of India.

Check into your hotel.

Till evening, the day is free for you to relax.

In the evening, we take you to witness one of the most colourful and exquisite performing arts in the world – Kathakali. After two hours of glorious entertainment, remember to get photographed with the Kathakali performer.

Enjoy your first Kerala dinner on this tour and overnight stay at your hotel.

DAY 8

Sight seeing at Cochin

Country Craft Cruise as Special

After breakfast, proceed on a guided boat tour in and around Cochin. This is possible because our sights are all accessible by water.

See the historic Dutch Palace – a tribute to the relationship between the two cultures during the previous centuries.

We will also see the only Jewish Synagogue in India at Mattancherry; only one direct descendant of the family that set up this shrine is now alive.

Reach back mainland Cochin by noon. Enjoy your lunch.

Next get ready for a too-good-to-believe experience – a country craft canal cruise out of suburban Cochin to the interiors. In course of your expedition, peep at the rural Kerala life from close quarters. Enjoy the peace.

We get back to your hotel by evening. You are free to explore the streets downtown on your own.

Enjoy dinner and overnight stay at your hotel.

DAY 9

Onto Periyar

Enjoy Pleasure Boating

After breakfast, we drive to Periyar, hometown of the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary.

On arrival at Thekkady, check into the Periyar Jungle Resort. There is time for relaxation.

Later we take you to enjoy a rather unusual way of exploring a wild reserve – aboard a boat.

The picturesque Periyar Lake is a beautiful setting. Your boat ride affords views of elephant herds and bison. If you are lucky enough you can spot more exotic animals. Don’t forget to take your binoculars!

Enjoy dinner and overnight stay at your resort.

DAY 10

At Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

Enjoy Day Tours

Today we go on trekking trails that take us closer to the majestic Nature in this area – an exciting experience.

Later, visit a cardamom-curing centre to get a feel of spice industry based here.

At last if time permits have an Elephant Safari too!

Enjoy dinner and overnight stay at your resort.

DAY 11

Onto Kumarakom

Visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary

After breakfast, we proceed to Kumarakom – the spectacular and inviting backwater destination.

Arrive at Kumarakom by noon. Check into the Kumarakom Backwater Resort. The rest of the day is your canvas to draw the amazing backwater experiences possible here.

We now take you to view the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary located in an island in the backwaters. Watch exotic birds, the migratory Siberian Stork among them, lead their normal lives unaware of you or your binoculars.

Enjoy dinner and overnight stay at your resort.

Day 12

At Kumarakom

Full Day at Leisure

After breakfast, a day at your disposal.

Overnight stay at your Resort

DAY 13

See Real Village life

Enjoy Night in the backwaters

After breakfast, we set out on a memorable day & night houseboat cruise, which will eventually take us to Alleppey

See some of the most spectacular backwater scenery in the world. Enjoy the excellent amenities of your boat.

Feel enchanted by the waterways and the charming views.

We continue our journey to Alleppey .In the night, the boat drops anchor in the backwaters, signalling the beginning of a once-in-a-lifetime experience for you. Enjoy the fabulous sensations of mysterious night sounds.

Enjoy a sumptuous dinner and overnight stay on board.

Day 14

Onto Airport

Return home with wonderful memories

After breakfast, we drive toCochin Airport. It is time to say goodbye to a once-in-a-lifetime holiday.

TOUR ENDS

                           PACKAGE HIGHLIGHTS

Accommodation

Accommodation will be on Twin share in the Following Hotels & resorts.

Transport

A/Toyotta Innova/ Qualis or Similar

-The Vehicle will be with the guests through out the Tour. They can make it use round the Clock if needed.

- Well experienced English speaking Driver cum Guide will be appointed for the Tour. who can also act as an Escort.

-One Driver, One Vehicle for the entire Tour .If there is no Land journey break in the Tour, the same Driver & Vehicle will be with the guests for the entire journey.

-Mobile communication facility with the Driver can be used by the guests to communicate with our office as and when needed.

Food

In all Hotels & Resorts Food will be on Bed & Breakfast Basis ( CP) unless specified .But as Houseboat is included in the Tour,three times Meals will be served onboard as there is no chance to get Food from elsewhere.

The Guests have to specify the Type of Food they need before they check into the Houseboat.

Tours & Cruises

Sightseeing Tour at Goa

Backwater Hisorical Tour ,Country Craft Cruise & Kathakali show at Cochin

Boat Tour.Spice Tour ,Jungle Safari & Elephant Safari  at Periyar

Bird Sanctuary visit at Kumarakom

Houseboat Cruise & night stay in Houseboat from Kumarakom to Alleppey

Others

Included

Entry Fees,  Service & other Taxes, Toll Charges ,Bata & Night halting Charges ,Local Guides at Selected locations

Not Included

Airport tax, Air fares, Food cost other than specified, Phone call charges & other personnel expenses of the Guests.

Package price/Person in USD

Flexi Offer

1)You can Down grade the Hotel at Cochin to Taj Residency with a reduction in cost of cost of  of 20 $/Person/night

2) You can chosae Taj Exotica at Goa instead of Taj Fort Aguada/Taj Holiday village at no extra cost.

2) You can chose Taj garden Retreat vat Connoor instead of Taj Savoy at Ooty at no extra cost

2) You can Enjoy this full package in reverse order with out any extra cost