Day 01
arrive Bombay by International flight and connect Indian Airlines/ Jet Air flight to Cochin. Meeting and assistance on arrival and transfer to Hotel.

Cochin, a city with a rich past, from time immemorial has seen maritime trade with the outside world. The Portuguese led by Vasco da Gama arrived in 1502 and later the Dutch and the British. And descendants of the Jews who arrived in ancient days still live here. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Cochin takes you to the Jewish section where the first emigration of Jews to Kerala is said to have taken place in the 6th Century B.C. Visit the Dutch Palace built by the Portuguese in 1510 and later taken over by the Dutch. In the evening witness a Kathakali dance. It is a classical art form of Kerala which follows the age – old traditions of dance drama. During the performance the group will be served with piping hot coffee from freshly ground coffee beans along with the famous banana chips. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 02
Cochin/Alleppey Morning leave for Alleppey a distance of 76 kms by car/coach. On arrival check in to hotel Prince or equivalent.

ALLEPPEY – An intricate network of canals and lakes make Alleppey unique. It is famous for its exhilarating snake boat races and it is on this day you will be able to see the world famous Rajiv Gandhi memorial boat race. In the early evening board houseboats/kettuvaloms.

KETTUVALOMS: The traditional rice boats of Kerala – a romantic way to explore the unique web of lakes, lagoons, canals and rivers. These traditional houseboats of Kerala are one of the most enduring images of the back-waters. These kettuvaloms/houseboats converted into an accommodation of one/two bedrooms, a kitchen and a sitting/dining area. Each cabin has a double bed and ensuite WC and washbasin. The crew have their own separate facilities.

As the boat slowly cruises through the backwaters, absorb this unusual representation of Kerala life. The boat will stop in villages for you to experience a glimpse of the village life in rural Kerala. Overnight on board kettuvaloms.

Day 03
Breakfast at houseboat. Later arrive at Kumarakom. On arrival at Kumarakom, check in at hotel Coconut Lagoon.

KUMARAKOM: lying on the eastern shore of the Vembanad Lake is only 10 Km away from the coastal town. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at hotel.

Day 04
KUMARAKOM: Early in the morning sunrise boat cruise on the Vembanad lake and also visit bird Sanctuary. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at hotel.

Day 05
KUMARAKOM/PERIYAR – After breakfast leave for Periyar a distance of 114 kms and a drive of about 3 hours by car/coach. On arrival check in to hotel spice village. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight at hotel.

Day 06
PERIYAR: Morning boat cruise on lake Periyar which is surrounded by forests meadows and hills. As you enjoy your boat cruise, you may sight wildlife like elephants, woodland birds, darters and cormorants. The depth of the lake offers splendid opportunities for anglers such as ospreys, kingfishers and kites. Otters, expert fishermen, are a common sight. Rest of the day at leisure and overnight at hotel.

Day 07
PERIYAR/KOVALAM : After breakfast leave for Kovalam by car/coach a distance of about 300 kms and about 7 hours drive. On arrival check in to SOMATHEERAM Ayurvedic Beach Resort. Overnight at the resort.

Day 08/09
KOVALAM: Somatheeram Ayurvedic Beach Resort is the first of its kind for holidayers to combine the threesome; a Beach Resort with Ayurvedic and Yoga. The Ayurvedic and Massage Centre is handled by well qualified, highly experienced doctors.

There is a Yoga and Meditation Centre and an experienced Yoga Instructor. There is also an Indian Arts and Cultural Centre to perform and to teach Indian Arts and Culture. Facilities exist for Ayurvedic Massage Courses, Yoga Courses and Classical Dance classes.

Day 10/11
KOVALAM/TRIVANDRUM/BOMBAY – After breakfast transfer by car/coach to Trivandrum to connect Jet Air flight 9w 402 to Bombay. On arrival in Bombay streight proceed for the city tour of Bombay.

BOMBAY : The Gateway and chief entry port of India is a great industrial center and is reputed to be the most cosmopolitan city in the East. With its beautiful natural harbour studded with emerald islands and palm-fringed shore which rises gradually to the mountain peaks. Highlights of the city sightseeing include the Gateway of India, Hanging Gardens, Prince of Wales Museum, Flora fountain, Gandhi Memorial Museum and the Dhobi Ghats – a vast outdoor laundry.

In the evening dinner at some good Restaurant/Hotel and proceed to International Airport to connect flight to back Home.

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