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Ayurveda
India Tour
( 17 Days / 16 Nights )
MUMBAI (1) > KOVALAM (7) > ALLEPPY (2) > THEKKEDY (2) > MUNNAR (2) >
COCHIN (1) > MUMBAI (1)
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DAY 1 ARRIVE MUMBAI
On arrival in Mumbai you will be met & transferred to hotel. Arrive &
check-in at hotel. Overnight at hotel.
DAY 2 MUMBAI > TRIVANDRUM (BY AIR) > KOVALAM (20 KMS / 30 MINS) [B]
After breakfast, transfer to Airport for flight to Trivandrum. On
arrival in Trivandrum, transfer to hotel in Kovalam. Later enjoy the day
in the sand. Overnight at hotel.
DAY 3 - DAY 8 ENJOY RE-JUVENATION PACKAGE [B/L/D]
Enjoy the Ayurvedic treatment at the Somatheeram Resort. Also enjoy the
beach. During this period you shall be served a special Ayurvedic
vegetarian meal.
DAY 9 – DAY 10 KOVALAM > ALLEPPY (170 KMS / 4 HRS) [B/L/D]
Drive to Alleppey where you will onboard the traditionally decorated
houseboats, you will start a 02 nights back water cruise which will end
on day 11th Morning.
About Houseboat:
The spectacular beauty of Kerala's backwaters needs no introduction. The
backwaters is an elaborate chain of lagoons, lakes & rivers, spread like
a necklace through central Kerala and found nowhere else in the world.
So the cruise offers excellent opportunity to see the lifestyles of
local people living along the large sections of the backwaters of Kerala.
The Kettuvallam (House Boat in Kerala) is a large floating structure
with high loading carrying capacity was a part of Kerala's culture and
heritage over the past years. Houseboats could sail harnessing wild
energy. A journey through the lagoon is interesting, passing through
sleepy villages, busy boat jetties and vibrant celebrations. The boat
glides across the shimmering blue waters with gorgeous green and fringed
edges.
DAY 11 ALLEPPY > THEKKADY (170 KMS / 04 HRS) [B]
After breakfast drive to Thekkady. Getting to Periyar is as sublime as
the destination itself. A scenic journey past mist capped mountains,
spice plantations and open grasslands lined with spectacular water falls
and delightful trekking trails form the access to your hideway here. On
arrival check-in hotel, refresh yourself & be relaxed. Overnight at
hotel.
DAY 12 THEKKEDY [B]
Today after breakfast, visit Periyar wildlife sanctuary - home of wild
elephant, boar, deer, the great Indian tiger and many more species of
animals. A boat safari on the Periyar Lake extends a lifetime’s chance
to spot exotic wildlife in its natural habitat - like the eccentric
bathing habits of the wild elephants that come down to the lake.
Overnight at hotel.
DAY 13 THEKKEDY > MUNNAR (100 KMS / 03 HRS) [B]
Today after breakfast drive to Munnar - a breathtakingly beautiful hill
resort situated in the cradle of tea plantations, stretching in all
directions. Arrive and check in the hotel. Enjoy the sightseeing tour
visiting Mattupetty - famous for its highly specialized Dairy Farm - the
Indo-Swiss live stock project. Kuthumkal Waterfalls- an important
tourist attraction at Munnar. The foggy waterfall provides a picturesque
view of the water, cascading down from scintillating heights. The utter
beauty of the place attracts thousands of visitors every year.
Observatory Hills - located at Nedumkandam. It is called observatory
hill because it is an ideal location for observing heavenly bodies and a
perfect location for people who are interested in watching the heavenly
bodies, due to a highly clear sky.
DAY 14 MUNNAR [B]
Morning free enjoy the scenic beauty of the Nilgiri Hills & Eravikulam
wildlife sanctuary. Overnight at hotel.
DAY 15 MUNNAR > COCHIN (130 KMS / 04 HRS) [B]
After breakfast, transfer to Cochin. Arrive & check-in at hotel.
Afternoon city tour covering Jewish Synagogue – Built in 1568 the oldest
synagogue in the commonwealth stands, adorned by hundreds of exquisite
hand - painted Chinese tiles in blue & white. St. Francis church
Originally, built out of wood in 1503 and thus earning fame as the
oldest European church in India. Vasco de gama was buried there. Dutch
Palace – As you climb its stone steps, you enter a different world of
Palanquins and heraldry, jewels and rich murals. Overnight at hotel.
DAY 16 COCHIN > MUMBAI > DEPARTURE (BY FLIGHT) [B]
Morning after breakfast drive to the airport for your flight to Mumbai.
Arrive and chek-in at hotel. Overnight at hotel.
DAY 17 MUMBAI SIGHTSEEING [B]
Day for local sight seeing including Gateway of India, Hanging Garden,
Victoria Terminus. Evening transfer to the airport for the international
flight.
Hotels Suggested:
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City |
4*/Resorts |
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Mumbai |
Oberoi
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Kovalam |
Somatheeram
Beach Resort |
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Alleppy |
Rainbow
Cruise |
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Thekkady |
Taj Garden
Retreat |
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Munnar |
Eastend
Bunglows |
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Cochin |
Taj |
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Mumbai |
Oberoi |
Tour Cost will be Includes:
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Accommodation on double / twin sharing basis.
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Breakfast at all places.
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Full
Board Ayurvedic Vegetarian Food at Somatheeram Beach Resort, Kovalam.
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All
meals at houseboat.
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All road
transfers within & between cities based on the itinerary using
air-conditioned Toyota Innova Car.
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Only
arrival departure transfer at Somatheeram Resort.
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English
speaking Guide charges at Tourist Places.
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Entrance
charges to places of interest & monuments.
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Spice
Plantation Tour at Periyar.
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Safari
boat ride at Lake Periyar with Sanctuary visit.
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Driver’s
food and accommodation.
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Toll tax
and parking.
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All
currently applicable taxes.
Tour will be Excludes:
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Personal expenses such as
drinks, room’s services items, laundry, telephone calls, tips, portage
at hotels or airport etc.
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Any additional expenses caused
by or liability for disturbance in trip program due to circumstances,
weather conditions, sickness, natural disasters, riots etc.
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Liability for or insurance
against injury, loss of life, accidents or loss of goods.
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Any camera/video fee where
applicable.
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Any air fare (Domestic and
International)
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Any service not specified
above
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