| Day 1 - Cochin |
On arrival pick up from cochin international airport and transfer to Hotel. In the afternoon cochin sighseeing and overnight at hotel in Cochin.
About Cochin : Cochin is a fabulous city located on the south-western coast of the India peninsula in 'God's Own Country'. Its strategic importance over the centuries is underlined by the sobriquet Queen of the Arabian Sea. Informally, Cochin is also referred to as the Gateway to Kerala.
From time immemorial, the Arabs, British, Chinese, Dutch, and Portuguese have left indelible marks on the history and development of Cochin. Over the years, Cochin has emerged as the commercial and industrial capital of Kerala and is perhaps the second most important city on the west coast of India (after Mumbai/Bombay). Cochin is proud of its world class port and international airport that link it to many major cities worldwide.
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| Day 2 - Thekkady |
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After having breakfast from hotel in cochin proceed to Thekkady. On arrival in thekkady check in to the hotel and relax in comfort of the hotel.
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| Day 3 - Thekkady |
Today morning have breakfast from the hotel and embark on a sightseeing trip in and around Thekkady. One can visit the periyaar wildlife sanctuary, spice garden have a boat cruise in the periyaar river along the wild life sanctuary.
About Thekkady : Thekkady, a mind blowing natural wildlife sanctuary where one can watch wild flora and fauna very near to you. The
vegetation, the flora and fauna and the birds of Thekkady is so unique in the world that it is rich, vast and varied. Eeach
and every visitors can clearly observe the special ecological diversity of this destination. Thekkady is located on the
idukki district of kerala having tropical climate. Best time to visit thekkady is during the months from September to March.
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| Day 4 - Alleppey (Houseboat) |
Check out from the Hotel in Thekkady after having breakfast and you will be transfered to Houseboat in Alleppey.
About Houseboat Cruise : A housebot cruise along the emerald backwaters of kerala in alleppey is one of the most fascinating experience in the world.
The backwaters of alleppey are famous around the world for its charm and enchanting scenic beauty. Kerala Houseboat (Kettuvallam) holidays have become popular in the backwaters and provide an extremely soothing experience.
In the houseboat you will be provided all meals. Over night in houseboat.
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| Day 5 - Alleppey - Kumarakom - Alleppey |
After breakfast from the houseboat drive to Kumarakom, a place famous for its bird sanctuary.
About Kumarakom : Kumarakom is a huddle of tiny islets on the Vembanad Lake, Kumarakom is a pictorial, unsoiled village. An incredibly stunning ecstasy of mangrove forests, pea green paddy meadows and coconut coppices intermingled with enthralling waterways and canals. Kumarakom, located on the Southern coast of India enjoys a proportionate tropical weather. Nature has poised its magic to perfection here. Copious luxuriant coconut palms lining the rivers bow to look at its likeness on the shimmering rivers. Overnight hotel in alleppey.
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| Day 6 - Trivandrum - Kovalam |
Today morning proceed to Kovalam. On reaching kovalam you can enjoy the sun and sand of kovalam beaches.
About Kovalam : Kovalam is just 16 kms away from Trivandrum, Kerala's capital city. Kovalam is an evergreen and pleasant climatic beach resort. Kovalam is a dreamland for tourists all over the world. With high rock promontory and a calm bay of blue waters, this beach paradise creates a unique aquarelle on moonlit nights. Kovalam was brought to the public eye by the Maharaja of Travancore. Overnight in Kovalam
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| Day 7 - Kovalam - Kanyakumari - Kovalam |
Today morning proceed to Kanyakumari (cape comorin) which is located on the southern tip of indian peninsula. After having a sight seeing trip to Kanya Kumari drive back to Kovalam.
About Kanya Kumari : Surrounded by majestic hills and plains framed by the Sea colored, fringed with trees and coconut rice here and there are few
corrections of high red cliffs with valleys and rolling plains between the field mountains and the sea - walk, so closely
linked with temples and churches and other buildings is, zone "Kanyakumari ". (The zone name is written as "Kanniyakumari "
in official documents is consistent with the name mentioned in the Tamil language). With an area of 1672 sq.km it occupies
1.29% of the full breadth of Tamil Nadu. It ranks first in education among other areas in Tamil Nadu. Overnight in Kovalam.
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| Day 8 - Kovalam - Madurai |
Today you will be transfered to Madurai from Kovalam.
About Madurai : A large cities of southern India 's Temple, Madurai is synonymous with celebrated Meenakshi Temple. Located on the banks of
the river Vaiges, Madurai has a rich cultural past over the great Tamil era more than 2500 years. Madurai was an important
King Kulasekarar of Pandyan of culturaThe built a large temple and created a city formed by lotus around the temple. The day
the city should be called, because the Lord Shiva blessed the land and its people, that divine nectar (Madhu) was paid into
the city of its locks entangled. This city was henceforth known as Madhurapuri. Madurai is famous for jasmine Flowers. Over night in Madurai.
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| Day 9 - Madurai - Rameshwarm - Madurai |
Today have your breakfast from the hote in madurai and proceed to visit historically important destination named Rameshwaram after rameshawarm sight seeing trip proceed back to madurai.
About Rameshwarm : Rameshwaram is an island situated in the gulf of manner at the very tip of the Indian peninsula. A very important pilgrim centre of the Indians. Rameshwaram is the place from where Lord Rama, built a bridge across the sea to rescue his consort Sita, from her abductor, Ravana. This is also the place where Rama worshipped Lord Shiva to cleanse away the sin of killing Ravana. Both the Vaishnavites and Shaivites visit this pilgrimage which is known as the Varanasi the south. Overnight hotel in Madurai.
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| Day 10 - Pondichery |
Check out from hotel in madurai and proceed to Pondicherry.
About Pondicherry : Pondicherry is situated on the Coromandel coast, about 160 kms south of Chennai, lies the Union Territory of Pondicherry. The French ruled this territory for 300 years, and today, it stands as a living monument of the French culture in India. It is bound on the east by the Bay of Bengal and on the other three sides by the South Arcot District of Tamil Nadu. Over night in Pondicherry. |
| Day 11 - Tanjore |
Today proceed to Tanjore(Thanjavur) from Pondicherry.
About Tanjore : Thanjavur was the royal city of the Cholas, Nayaks and the Mahrattas. Thanjavur was at height of its glory during Rajaraja Cholan. The Big Temple and the other famous temples in the district are known all over the world. Thanjavur was the cultural capital of the country in 1790. Thanjavur gained prominence during the period of Chola Kings, who made it as their capital. It is known as the Granary of the South India lying in the deltaic region of the famous river Cauvery and criss-crossed by lengthy network of irrigation canals. Over night in Hotel in Tanjore.
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| Day 12 - Mahabalipuram |
Proceed to Mahabalipuram from Tanjore.
About Mahabalipuram : Mahabalipuram lies on the Coromandel Coast which faces the Bay of Bengal. This is an elegant place to watch which a well established sea port was during the 7th and 10th centuries of the Pallava dynasty. This was the second capital of the Pallavas who ruled Kanchipuram. Formerly, mahabalipuram was known and called as Mahabalipuram. The former name of this place ‘Mahabalipuram’ has a history. A very rude cruel king Mahabali reined this place and in a fierce battle king Mahabali was killed by Lord Vishnu and the place was named after the dead, arrogant kind Mahabali.
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| Day 13 - Mahabalipuram - Chennai - Deaprture |
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On checking out from the hotel in mahabalipuram proceed to chennai for departure to your home land. Chennai is the capital city of Tamilnadu and one of the most populated metro city in trivandrum. After having a short sighseeing trip in chennai. You will be transfered to Airport or Railway Station in Chennai.
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| Estimated Tour Price |
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720 Euro Per Person (16 pax)
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| Number of Person in a Group |
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Minimum Persons : 16, Maximum Persons : 30
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| Pacakge Includes |
Transportation A/C Bus Coach.
3 star or 4 star Accomodation
Accomodation on Bed and Breakfast Basis
Tour Price is all inclusive.
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| Points to Remember |
Proposed date of commencement of tour on 10th of November 2009.
Last date for registration 15th of July 2009.
Confirmation of the tour and payment of 10% of tour price on 1st August 2009.
Rest of the tour price should be remitted on 15th of September 2009.
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