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Backwaters
of Kerala – 9 Days
Cochin (1), Periyar (1), Munnar
(2), Kumarakom (1), Allpuzha(1), Trivandrum (2)
Accommodation - 8 nights.
Duration: 9 days.
 Day
1- Arrive Cochin
Arrive Cochin, meet
Saiman representative at arrival hall & transfer to your
hotel. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Cochin including The
Dutch Palace at Mattancherry is renowned for its wall murals
depicting scenes from the Ramayana. The Jewish Synagogue at
the heart of what is locally called the Jew Town. The St.
Francis Church, the oldest European church in India. The
Santa Cruz Basilica, originally built in 1557 by the
Portuguese. The Chinese fishing nets are huge cantilevered
fishing nets believed to have brought to Kochi by Chinese
traders. Finally, the Willingdon Island, named after Lord
Willingdon, is the headquarters of the Southern Naval
Command of India.
Day
2- To Periyar
Morning drive on a scenic route dotted with plantations of
rubber, cardamom, cocoa, green pepper and areca nut, to
the wildlife reserve at Periyar. Arrive Periyar and check
– in at hotel. Rest of the day free for walk around
in the peaceful town known for various Spice and coffee
plantations
Day
3- To Munnar
Early morning enjoy a boat ride on Lake Periyar to see
wild elephants. Afternoon drive to Munnar, the famous hill
station of Kerala. Arrive Munnar and check – in at
hotel.
Day
4- In Munnar
Day is free to relax and to walk around. Munnar is
situated near the Anaimudi Peak, the highest peak in the
Western Ghats.
Day
5- To Kumarakom
Morning drive to Kumarakom near Kottayam and stay in one
of the backwater resorts. The panoramic backwaters here
offer an ideal retreat to enjoy nature at its best
Day
6- To Alappuzha
Morning drive a short distance before switching over to a
boat for a through many canals and waterways up to
Alleppey. The backwater cruise in a country boat is the
best way to explore the villages and rural life. In
Alleppey you will be taken aboard your floating houseboat,
a different boat with a bedroom and en-suite rest room
for your comfort. Enjoy unlimited surfing on backwaters,
sip a coconut, get disturbed by only the chirping of birds
and occasional ripples in water and savor mouthwatering
delicacies prepared in front of you by your Kitchen crew.
Spend the night on board the houseboat. Enjoy a cruise on
the backwater through a maze of canals and lagoons and
enjoy freshly caught fresh water fish cooked to your taste
on board.
Day
7- To Trivandrum
Morning board your transport for an interesting drive to
Trivandrum. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Trivandrum
visiting The ancient temple of Sri Padmanabhaswamy is one
of the major attractions in the city of
Thiruvananthapuram.Napier Museum was built in 1880 and
shows a harmonious blending of Kerala, Mughal, Chinese and
Italian architectural styles. Sri Chitra Art Gallery has a
good collection Tanjore, Mughal, and Rajput schools of
art. The Zoo in Thiruvananthapuram has many shady and
delightful walks.
Day
8- To Cape
Full day return excursion
to Cape Camorin, the southernmost part of the Indian
mainland. Visit the Vivekananda Memorial which is built
about 400 metres offshore.
Day
9- Leave Trivandrum
You will be accompanied by a Saiman representative to
airport to board flight for onward destination. End of our
services………
| HOTEL
OPTIONS : |
| Cities |
Superior |
Standard |
Cochin
Periyar
Munnar
Kumarakom
Alappuzha
Trivandrum
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Taj
Malabar
Taj Garden Retreat
Fort Munnar
Taj Garden Retreat
House Boat
Muthoot
Plaza |
Casino
Spice Village
Club Mahindra Lakeview
Taj Garden Retreat
House Boat
Saj
Lucia |
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PACKAGE
INCLUDES
•
Accommodation
in all the hotels on single/twin/triple sharing basis, as
per the list above.
• Breakfast on all days.
• All prevailing taxes like Luxury tax in all
hotels and Expenditure tax wherever applicable.
•
All transfers to or from hotels, city tours, excursions,
drives by air-conditioned transport.
• Services
of an English speaking local guide.
• Inter state
road tax, toll tax, driver’s allowance, parking etc.
• Train fare as per the itinerary.
PACKAGE DOES NOT
INCLUDE
• Any lunch, dinner,
snacks, mineral water etc. unless mentioned in the
itinerary.
• Entrance fee to any monuments or
camera fee.
• Any airfare or airport tax
•
Tips, gratuities.
• Portage, laundry, telephone
calls, table drinks or any other expenses of personal
nature.
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