Tuesday, March 2, 2010

KERALA – SPLENDOUR

Package Description:
Kerala’s art and architecture, ayurveda and spa, beautiful hill stations with great natural beauty, exotic backwaters, breathtaking beaches, lovely lakes, magnificent monuments and temples, nature revitalization and therapy, rich culture and tradition, rare flora and fauna, world class hotels, warm hospitable smiles from its people, all these things make this state world’s most loved tourist destination. Kerala is something that will be hard to forget. You can experience all of this with your Kerala tour package. In Thekkady enjoy the boat ride on Lake Periyar, visit Kumily spice market etc. In Munnar visit the Eravikulam National Park, Echo Point and Tea Gardens. In Kochi visit the Jewish Synagogue, The Chinese Fishing Nets and The St. Francis Church.

ITINERARY:
Day1 : Kochi

On arrival in Kochi, our representative will welcome and assist you from the Airport / Railway station to the hotel. Afternoon visit the Mattancherry Dutch Palace, a gift from the Portuguese to the Raja of Kochi. Evening enjoy the performance of Kerala’s Kathakali dancers (Optional). Overnight at the hotel.

Day2 : Kochi - Munnar
After breakfast, check out and proceed for the sightseeing tour of Kochi including Jewish Synagogue, the Chinese fishing nets and the St. Francis Church. Afternoon drive to Munnar (approx 135 kms). On arrival, check in the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Day3 : Munnar
After breakfast, the day is kept to relax and unwind the cooler climate of the delightful cardamom hills. Visit Eravikulam National Park, Echo Point and the tea gardens (Optional). Overnight at the hotel.

Day4 : Munnar - Thekkady
After breakfast, check out and drive to Thekkady (approx 106 kms), located close to the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. On arrival, check in the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Day5 : Thekkady - Kumarakom
After breakfast, proceed to the Periyar Lake. Enjoy a boat ride on the Periyar Lake which is famous for its wild animals such as the elephants, bisons and a variety of bird species. Return to the hotel and rest. Later check out and drive to the picturesque backwaters of Kumarakom (approx 130 kms). On arrival, check in the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.

Day6 : Kumarakom - Houseboat
After breakfast, check out and transfer to the houseboat for an overnight cruise through the backwaters of Kerala. Cruise till 6 in the evening, by then houseboat halts in the lake for an overnight stay. (Next day, cruising starts at 7am). Unwind yourself watching the endless strips of greenery passing by you while the boat moves at a relaxing pace. Overnight at the houseboat.

Day7 : Alleppey - Kovalam
After breakfast, check out and drive to Kovalam (approx 165kms). On arrival, check in the hotel. Rest of the day free at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.

Day8 : Kovalam
After breakfast, proceed for a city tour of Thiruvananthapuram. (optional) Full day excursion to Kanniyakumari and visit the Padmanabhapuram Palace and Vivekananda Rock Memorial. Overnight at the hotel.

Day9 : Kovalam - Trivandrum
After breakfast, check out and drive to Trivandrum. On arrival, our representative will transfer you to Airport / Railway station for your return journey.Tour Ends.