Best of Kerala Tour-05
09 Days/08 nights
Cochin-Munnar-periyar-Kumarakom- Kovalam
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.
Afternoon proceed on a guided tour in and around Cochin.
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.
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.
overnight stay at your hotel.
DAY 2
Onto Munnar (130 Kms-3.30 Hrs)
At the Mid of Tea Gardens
After breakfast, we leave Cochin early in the morning for a long but scenic drive to Munnar – Kerala’s tea garden hill station.
The Travelling time is 3.30 Hrs.
You will reach Munnar by noon.
Check into your resort.
Rest of the day for Shopping & Tea garden visit.
overnight stay at your resort.
DAY 3
At the Cool Heaven
Enjoy Munnar’s Splendours
After breakfast, we proceed on a daylong sightseeing tour of Munnar.
Visit the Eravikulam National Park – home to the endangered mountain goat species, the Nilgiri Tahr. Take snaps of the frolicsome and rather friendly goats. Admire the valley in front of you.
Next to Top-station, the highest point in Munnar and the place where you find an abundance of Nilakurinji plants, which flowers only once in twelve years.
overnight stay at your resort.
DAY 4
Onto Periyar (100 Kms-3.30 Hrs)
Enjoy Pleasure Boating,Elephant Safari
After breakfast, we drive to Periyar, hometown of the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary.
On your way to periyar , travel through spectacularly beautiful scenic splendours. The Munnar-Thekkady route is considered among the best tourist circuits in India.
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!
Later you can enjoy an Elephant Safari & end today’s Tour.
overnight stay at your resort.
DAY 5
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 Spice planatation Garden to get a feel of spice industry based here.
overnight stay at your resort.
DAY 6
Onto Kumarakom (125 Kms-3.30 Hrs)
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.
overnight stay at your resort.
DAY 7
On to Kovalam(175 Kms-4 .00 Hrs)
Enjoy Beach Holidays
After breakfast proceed to Kovalam- the Beach paradise of India.
The rest of the day is yours to chart an unforgettable beach holiday. Feel secure because Kovalam, because of its natural location, is considered one of the safest beaches in the world.
Enjoy overnight stay at your resort.
Day 8
A Full Day Excurion
Onto Kanyakumari (80 Kms-3.30 Hrs)
After breakfast, we drive to Kanyakumari – the confluence of three oceans and the land’s end of India.
Enroute you can visit Sree padmanabhapuram palace.
Arrive at Kanyakumari by afternoon. Later, we take you to the ferry for the short crossing to the giant rock formation on which stands the Vivekananda Memorial. It is 200 metres above the shoreline. See the spot where Vivekananda – the great Indian philosopher – sat in deep meditation in the late nineteenth century.
In the evening, we take you to the seashore to witness an ethereally beautiful sunset.
Back to Kovalam by night &Enjoy overnight stay at your hotel.
Day 9
Onto Trivandrum
Return home with wonderful memories
After breakfast, we drive to Trivandrum. 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!
PACKAGE HIGHLIGHTS
Accommodation
Accommodation will be on Twin share in the Following Hotels & resorts.
|
Destination |
Deluxe Class |
First Class |
Tourist Class |
|
Cochin(01 N) |
Le meridian/Ramada Resort/Taj Residency |
Abad plaza/Grand Hotel/Travancore Court |
Mermaid inn Hotel Grand Season/Sea lord/Deshadan plaza |
|
Munnar(02 N) |
Club mahindra/Tea County/Mountain Club |
Sienna village/ Blackberry hills/T & U |
East end /West wood/Hill view |
|
Periyar(02 N) |
Spice Village/Tusker Trails/Elephant court |
Cardomom County/Green Woods/Wild Corridor |
Abad Green Forest/Tree Top/Michaels inn/Ambadi Resort |
|
Kumarakom(01 N) |
Coconut Lagoon/KL Resort/Zuri Spa Resort |
Abad whispering palms/East End Lake Song |
Cocobay Resort |
|
Kovalam(02 N) |
Travancore Heritage/Coconut Bay(Deluxe) |
Nikkis Nest/Hotel Udaya Samudra |
Rock Holm/Soma Palmshore |
N.B-Deluxe class includes 4/5 star or Eqv Heritage/nature Resorts & Hotels
First class includes 3 star or Eqv category hotels & Resorts
Tourist class includes 2 star or Eqv category Hotels & Resorts
Transport (Up to02- 04 Pax)
|
Deluxe Class |
A/C toyotta Innova or Similar |
|
First Class |
A/CIndigo Car or similar |
|
Tourist Class |
A/C Indica Car or similar |
Transport for Groups
|
Deluxe class |
A/C Luxury Cab |
|
First Class |
A/C Deluxe cab |
|
Tourist Class |
A/C Deluxe cab |
-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 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 Bed & Breakfast Basis ( CP) unless specified .
Tours & Cruises
Hisorical Tour & Kathakali show at Cochin
Fullday Tea Garden Tour At Munnar
Boat Tour,Jungle trekking & Spice plantation Tour at Periyar
Bird Sanctuary visit at Kumarakom
Full Day Excurssion to Kanyakumari.
Trivandrum City tour.
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
Package price/Person
Package Price/Person in EURO & INR(Based on 02 PAX) from 1st Oct 2011 to 19th Dec 2011 & from 16th Jan 2012 to 30th april 2012
|
Category |
Price /person in INR |
Price /person in EURO |
|
Deluxe class |
Rs.55000.00 |
915 |
|
First class |
Rs.39000.00 |
655 |
|
Tourist Class |
Rs.30000.00 |
505 |
Package Price/Person in EURO & INR(Based on 02 PAX) from 1st May 2011 to 30th Sept 2011
|
Category |
Price /person in INR |
Price /person in EURO |
|
Deluxe class |
Rs.44000.00 |
730 |
|
First class |
Rs.31000.00 |
520 |
|
Tourist Class |
Rs.24000.00 |
395 |
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.
(03) Food plan on Half board & full board can be made available on request.
SUPPLIMENTARY ATTRACTION COSTS/PERSON
|
Attractions |
Location |
INR |
EURO |
|
Half Day Cookery Demonstration Tour to a traditional home with lunch or Dinner |
Cochin |
Rs.1750.00 |
35 |
|
Half day Kalaripayattu programme |
Cochin |
Rs.500.00 |
12 |
|
Full day Jeep safari to the Forests of Periyar with Lunch |
Periyar (thekkady) |
Rs.1800.00 |
39 |
|
Full day Bamboo rafting with lUnch |
Periyar (Thekkady) |
Rs.2000.00 |
35 |
|
Half day Bullock cart Drive |
Periyar (Thekkady) |
Rs.1200.00 |
20 |
|
Periyar Tiger trail (with 01 overnight stay) |
Periyar (Thekkady) |
Rs.5000.00 |
85 |
|
Night Trekking |
Periyar (Thekkady) |
Rs.1000.00 |
20 |
|
Half day Elephant safari with Pachy derm moments |
Periyar (Thekkady) |
Rs.1200.00 |
20 |
|
Backwater historical Tour At Cochin with Guide service(3 Hr) |
Cochin |
Rs.3000.00 |
50 |
|
Extra night in A/C Houseboat with full day cruise from Kumarakom to Alleppey |
Alleppey-Kumarakom route |
Rs7000.000 |
135 |
FLEXI OFFER
If you want to Skip Kumarakom stay,you can enjoy 01 night Houseboat cruise cum night stay from Kumarakom to Alleppey with out any extra payment
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