KERALA TOUR WITH KTDC-2
07 Days/06 nights
Cochin-Periyar-Kumarakom
DAY 1
Begin your Tour at Kerala
Arrive into Cochin
Our friendly Representative will be waiting for you at the 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 2
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.
Later we will visit St.Francis church-where Portughese invador Vascoge Gama was buried-,Santha cruz Baselica,Chinese fishing nets etc –all are located at Fort Cochin.
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 3
Onto Periyar
Enjoy Pleasure Boating,Elephant Safari
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.
Later you can enjoy an Elephant Safari also at Periyar.
DAY 4
At Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
Trekking,Spice Tour
Today we go on trekking trails that take us closer to the majestic Nature in this area – an exciting experience.
Later, visit a Spice plantation to get a feel of spice industry based here.
Enjoy dinner and overnight stay at your resort.
DAY 5
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 6
At Kumarakom
Full Day at Leisure
After breakfast, a day at your disposal.
Overnight stay at your Resort
Day 7
Onto Cochin
Return home with wonderful memories
After breakfast, we drive to Cochin. It is time to say goodbye to a once-in-a-lifetime holiday.
We take you to the airport in time to catch your flight. Hope you would come again for another Languid Lagoona experience!
TOUR ENDS
PACKAGE HIGHLIGHTS
Accommodation
Accommodation will be on Twin share in the Following Hotels & resorts.
|
Destination |
Hotels/Resorts |
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Cochin(02 N) |
Bolgatty Palace(Deluxe room) |
|
Periyar(02 N) |
Aranya Nivas(Deluxe Room) |
|
Kumarakom(02N) |
Waterscapes(Canal view) |
N.B- (01)Base category rooms are taken for cost calculation.For Higher category rooms,extra payment has to be made.
(02) Indian Rupee rates are applicable for Resident Indians & those foreigners who has Working permit in India.EURO rates are applicable for Foreign guests & Non Resident Indians
Transport
A/C Indigo or Similar Car
-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.
- If there is no Land journey break in the Tour, One Driver, One Vehicle will be allotted for the entire Tour . The same Driver & Vehicle will be along with the guests for the entire journey
Food
In all Hotels & Resorts Food will be on MAP ( Breakfast + Dinner)or AP (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner).
Tours & Cruises
Hisorical Tour ,Country Craft Cruise & Kathakali show at Cochin
Boat Tour,Spice Tour ,Jungle Safari & Elephant Safari at Periyar
Bird Sanctuary visit at Kumarakom
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 EURO & INR(Based on Twin share)
(From 1st Oct’11 to 30th April’12 except 19th Dec’08 to 15th Jan’12)
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Food Plan |
Price/person in Euro |
Price/person in INR |
|
MAP(Breakfast + Dinner) |
485 Euro |
Rs.29000.00 |
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AP(Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner) |
530 Euiro |
Rs.32000.00 |
N.B
1) Peakseason rates from 19th Dec11to 14th Jan’12 will be submitted on Request.
Flexi Offer.
You can add one Day cruise & Night stay in a Deluxe House boat from Kumarakom to Alleppey by skipping one night at Cochin with out any extra cost.
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