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Arrive Cochin
Arrive at Kochi (Cochin) meet and assistance at the
airport by our representative and
transfer to your hotel.
Proceed for a Half-day sight seeing of Cochin by private
boat.
A few interesting sites included in the tour are the
Chinese fishing nets along the Vasco Da Gama Square,
Santa Cruz Basilica, St. Francis Church, VOC Gate,
Bastion Bungalow etc. The Chinese fishing nets erected
on teak wood and bamboo poles work on the principle of
balance. Records say they were first set up here between
AD 1350 and 1450. Vasco Da Gama Square, the narrow
promenade that parallels the beach, is the best place to
watch the nets being lowered and pulled out of the sea.
Enjoy SUNSET while on the boat.
Over night stay at Cochin. |
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| Day 02 :- |
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In Cochin
Breakfast will be at the hotel.
In the morning, enjoy a city tour. Visit the
Mattancheery Dutch Palace where the superb series of
murals painted on the wooden walls are its 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
(this time from the land). Chinese traders are believed
to have introduced them in the late 14th century.
The afternoon would be spent at leisure.
In the evening proceed for KATHAKALI DANCE
PRESENTATION.
Over night stay at Kochi. |
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| Day 03 :- |
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Cochin – Periyar (Thekkady) By Road
(Approx 160 Kms /04 Hours)
Proceed for Thekkady after breakfast.
Drive through the plantations and small Kerala villages.
The whole of Kerala including the towns are like
villages and the si mplicity of the state can be felt
while driving. All around would be scenic beauty.
Reach Thekkady. (This place is also known as Periyar
because of the Lake Periyar)
Check in at the resort.
The river Periyar is the longest river in Kerala. This
is the only perennial river in South India with clean
water. The river occupies an important place in the
history of Kerala. In the Sangam age Tamil epics such as
Chilapathikaram, 'Akananuru', 'Purananuru' etc much has
been said about this mighty river, formerly known as the
'Choorni Nadi' or 'Thamraparni Nadi'.
In the evening visit Kumily market to buy the best
spices available. Overnight will be at Periyar (Thekkady). |
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| Day 04 :- |
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In Periyar
Breakfast will be at the resort.
Enjoy the boat ride through Periyar Lake - Wildlife
sanctuary. You can visit the rare species of plants and
animals.
Afternoon visit spice plantations like cardamom,
cinnamon, pepper, coffee, tea estates etc. You can in
the afternoon go for a short trek in the forests with a
trained guide for some adventure.
Overnight stay will be at Periyar. |
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| Day 05 :- |
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Periyar - Kumarakom By Road (Approx
130 Kms / 04 hours)
Early morning proceed to Kumarakom. This journey will
also be a beautiful one passing through rolling tea
gardens and rubber plantations. Stop at a tea factory
and watch the tea making process (interesting for
children and elders). There is a beautiful solitary
church you pass by and it is a nice place to stop for
photography.
Reach KUMARAKOM and visit the Bird Sanctuary. Proceed to
the Vembanand Lake.
The backwaters of Kerala are a unique product of Kerala
and are found nowhere else in the world. Backwaters are
a network of lakes, canals and estuaries and deltas of
forty-four rivers that drain into the Arabian Sea. The
backwaters of Kerala are a self supporting Eco-system
teeming with aquatic life. The canals connect the
villages together and are still used for local
transport. Over 900 km of this labyrinthine water world
is navigable.
Check into a traditional houseboat of Kerala Style and
go on a leisurely backwater cruise along the lake on a
thatched houseboat. The houseboat with all modern
comforts lets you discover the countryside at your own
pace. You will have lunch, dinner and breakfast in the
Houseboat. A ride on the houseboat is a fabulous way to
explore the fascinating beauty of the backwaters.
Cruise through the backwaters towards Alleppey. Lunch
will be served on the boat. The menu is simple and
traditional. The cook (chef) of the boat prepares the
lunch from fresh materials and even you can have a peek
at the recipe.
Tea and snacks would be served in the evening. The boat
will be anchored in the backwaters along a paddy field
and you can go for a stroll into the village or relax at
the deck of the boat.
Dinner will be on the boat. Overnight will be at
Houseboat. |
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| Day 06 :- |
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Alleppey – Marari
After breakfast start for Aleppey. Cruise through the
backwaters watching the children going to school and the
village markets opening.
Alappuzha is famous for its boat races, houseboats, coir
products, fish and lakes. Alappuzha remains prominent on
the tourist trial of Kerala as one of the major centres
for backwater boat trips. "Kuttanad" in Alappuzha is one
of few places in the world where farming is done below
sea level. Kuttanad is a land of lush paddy fields and
is called the 'Rice Bowl' of Kerala. Kuttanad stretches
for 75 Km sandwiched between the sea and the hills.
Disembark the boat at the reception of the backwater
resort at Alleppey. Proceed to the beautiful MARARI
BEACH RESORTS and rest of the day will be relaxation on
the beach. Overnight will be at Marari. |
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In Marari
Breakfast will be at the resort. Relax at the beach or
by the pool.
Overnight will be at Marari. |
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| Day 08 :- |
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Marari – Cochin By Road (Approx 60 Kms
/ 02 Hours)
Cochin - Onward Destination.
After breakfast proceed to Kochi. On arrival transfer
to the Airport to connect the flight back home. |
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