Duration: 9 Nights / 10 Days
Places Covered: Cochin - Houseboat - Kumarakom - Periyar -
Kovalam - Trivandrum
Day 01:Arrival Cochin
Welcomed by Capital City Travel representative at the airport and
transferred to your hotel. A port town since early centuries, Cochin, also
known as the spice coast of India, attracted traders and invaders from the
world over. Needless to say, Cochin offers you some fascinating snippets of
history and culture. Relax and unwind at the hotel. In the evening go for a
relaxing sunset cruise.
Overnight at the hotel.(Vehicle at disposal)
Day 02: Cochin
Today, go on a sightseeing tour to explore the many fascinating highlights
of Cochin which include - The Jewish Synagogue in what is locally called the
Jew Town, St. Francis Church which is the oldest European Church in India,
the Santa Cruz Basilica built in 1557 by the Portuguese, the Dutch Palace,
the Spice market and the 15th century Chinese fishing nets believed to have
been brought by Chinese traders. In the evening enjoy the famous dance drama
of Kerala, the Kathakali. This dance is characterised by some great story telling,
amazing costumes and extensive make-up.
Overnight at the hotel.(Vehicle at disposal)
Day 03: Cochin - Houseboat
Drive to Alleppey and embark on your private houseboat and cruise on the Backwaters,
a splendid area full of canals, lakes and coves. Your houseboats or 'Kettuvalloms'
are luxurious boats with well-appointed bedrooms and ensuite bathrooms. You
can sunbathe on the deck or observe the palm fringed landscape from your cabins.
Apart from the mesmerizing surroundings it's the life along the coast that
makes this a fascinating experience. The locals travel in canoes and you will
find vegetable sellers, fishermen and other traders bringing household goods,
door to door in small wooden boats. As you cruise along the backwaters you
can ask your captain to stop at villages, paddy fields and other places, enroute.
Overnight on board. (Full Board)
Day 04: Houseboat - Kumarakom
Disembark in Kumarakom, the enchanting backwater region of Kerala and check
into your hotel. The labyrinthine network of rivers, canals, streams and lagoons,
which form the famed backwaters offer stunning views, and is an ideal place
to relax. Day at leisure.
Overnight at resort. (Vehicle at disposal)
Day 05: Kumarakom
Adventure activities like canoeing, water scooter rides, boat rides
etc are available during your day of leisure at the resort. Enjoy a rejuvenating
general full-body Ayurveda massage {Own}.
Overnight at the resort. (Vehicle at disposal)
Day 06: Kumarakom - Periyar (130kms/6.5hrs)
Drive to Periyar an area known for its undulating hills, spice plantations,
and elephant sightings. One of the 27 tiger reserves in India, the Periyar
valley in Thekkady is the oldest. Check into your hotel. Go on a spice plantation
tour today where you will be enticed by not only the aroma of spices like cinnamon,
cardamom, pepper and nutmeg but will also get to know how they are grown, harvested
and processed before they reach the supermarkets. Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight at the resort. (Vehicle at disposal)
Day 07: Periyar
Today you could go for an escorted jungle treks and also engages in activities
like bamboo rafting. In the evening you could also go for a boat ride where
you will have the opportunity to sight elephants and other animals along the
bank. It is also possible to go for an Elephant ride today (Own).
Overnight at resort.
Day 08: Periyar - Kovalam
Drive to Kovalam, one of the most popular beach destinations in Kerala and
check into your hotel. Kovalam consists of three adjacent crescent beaches
separated by rocky headlands, of which the southernmost, Lighthouse Beach,
is the most famous. The Azure waters and favourable climate make Kovalam a
favourite year-round destination for beach lovers. Day at leisure on the beach.
Overnight at the resort. (Vehicle at disposal)
Day 09: Kovalam
Spend the day at your own discretion in the amazing surrounding of Kovalam
beach.
Overnight at the Resort. (No vehicle)
Day 10: Kovalam - Trivandrum -Departure
Departure transfer to Trivandrum for return flight. (Vehicle for transfer)
End of the services with happy memories.
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