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Duration : 10 days
Validity : 1st oct.,
06 To 31st March, 2007
Green and silver, colors that best
sum up the landscapes in the backwaters
of kerala as you sail through palm-fringed
canals and go past quiet rivulets
and grassy banks. One of the most
visited attractions in Kerala, the
backwater never fail to lure and enchant
the visitor with its boats and Chinese
fishing nets, reminiscent of the times
when this was the part of ancient
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route. Enjoy the sun, sand and surf
on the guaint beaches along the coastline.
Added for some adventure, a visit to
the Periyar National Park. Come experience
the magic of the backwaters –
unexplored and pristine, making it paradise
on earth.
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| Itinerary-6
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Day 1
Trivandrum – Kovalam by road
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Form Trivandrum, drive to Kovalam.
On arrival in Kovalam, check into
the hotel. Enjoy rest of the day at
leisure by relaxing on the beach.
Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 Kovalam
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After breakfast in the morning, enjoy
rest of day at leisure by relaxing
on the beach. Stay overnight at the
hotel.
Day 3 Kovalam
– Alleppey by road:
After breakfast in the morning, drive
to Alleppey (Alappuzha). On arrival
in Alleppey, embark a houseboat and
sail through Kerala’scenic backwaters
observing the activities of the local
people. Drop anchor and stay overnight
onboard the houseboat.
Day 4 Alleppey
– Kumarakom by boat :
After breakfast, arrive in Kumarakom.
Disembark from the houseboat and check
into hotel. Enjoy rest of the day
at leisure. Stay overnight at the
hotel.
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5 Kumarakom – Periyar by road
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After breakfast, drive to the popular
wildlife sanctuary Periyar. On arrival
in Periyar, check into the hotel.
Enjoy rest of the day at leisure.
Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 6 Periyar
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After breakfast, take a boat ride
on the Periyar Lake set amidst the
wildlife sanctuary. See elephants,
flying squirrels, striped –
necked mongoose and a variety of birds
including the Niligiri wood pigeon
and white – bellied woodpeckers.
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you
could also spot a tiger or leopard.
Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 7 Periyar
– Munnar by road :
After breakfast, drive to Munnar.
On arrival in Munnar, check into the
hotel. Enjoy rest of the day at leisure.
Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 8 Munnar
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After breakfast, take a sightseeing
tour and admire the scenic beauty
of the Munnar Hills, which are largely
blanketed by tea plantations. Enjoy
the aroma of fresh tea and the sight
of quaint churches. Enjoy rest of
the day at leisure. Stay overnight
at the hotel.
Day
9 Munnar – Cochin by road :
After breakfast in the morning, drive
to Cochin (Kochi). On arrival in Cochin,
check into the hotel. In the afternoon,
take a sightseeing tour and visit
the Mattancheery Dutch Palace where
a series of murals painted on wooden
walls are main attraction. Also visit
the 16th century Jewish Synagogue
and the Church of St. Francis. Vasco
da Gama was originally buried in the
church’s cemetery. Walk around
the Fort Cochin area and admire the
Chinese fishing nets. Stay overnight
at the hotel.
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Depart Cochin : |
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After breakfast, transfer to the airport
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Hotels:
- Kovalam –
Best Western Swagath Holiday Resort
(3 star)or similar
- Alleppey –
House Boat (Standard) or similar
- Kumarakom –
Golden Waters ( 4 Star) or similar
- Periyar –
Carmila Haven ( 3 Star) or similar
- Munnar – Tall
Trees (3 Star) or similar
- Cochin – White
Fort (3 Star) or similar
Tour
cost includes:
- 09 nights accommodation
on single/twin sharing per person
basis
- Daily breakfast
- Sightseeing tours
and transfers as per the itinerary
by airconditioned car (Ambassador/Indica)
with an English speaking local guide
- Backwater cruise
in Alleppey and boat ride in Periyar
- Portage at airport
and hotels
- Applicable taxes
Tour cost does
not include:
- Air/train fare
- Entry fee at places
visit
- Personal expenses
such as mineral water, laundry,
telephone calls, tips etc.
- Meals and services
not specified in the above mentioned
section
Conditions:
- Peak season surcharge
will apply between December 20,
2006 and January 10 2007.
- The hotels and services
as mentioned in the itinerary are
subject to conformation.
- Rates may
change in case of change in hotel
rates, transport rates, government
taxes or entrance fees.
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