Day 01 :Arrive Bombay
Arrive Mumbai International airport. On arrival, the
guest will be met by our representative and
transferred to hotel. Upon arrival at hotel the
guests will be provided with the traditional Indian
welcome. Indian welcome consists of Aarti-Tikka and
garlands. Overnight at hotel.
Day 02 : Bombay
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Bombay Morning, one hour boat ride across Mumbai
Harbour brings you to the lush green Elephanta
Island. Here, visit some of the huge and intricately
carved Elephanta Caves that date back to the 8th
century. For rows of massive columns cut into solid
rock from three magnificent avenues, lead to the
outstanding three-headed sculpture representing
Brahma the Creator, Vishnu the Preserver and Shiva
the Destroyer. Dedicated to Shiva, the beauty and
power of these phenomenal sculptures depicting the
various manifestations of Shiva is overpowering.
Afternoon, City tour of Bombay - the great port city
with its Victorian Gothic buildings from the British
Raj Era mingling with the modern. The tour includes
'Gateway of India' overlooking the Harbour, the
'Towers of Silence', 'Marine Drive', the 'Colaba
Causeway' - the commercial heart of Bombay and the
Dhobi Ghat, the unique and colourful outdoor
'laundry'. Drive upto the Malabar Hill to the lovely
'Hanging Gardens' and the Kamla Nehru Park from
where you will get a wonderful view of Mumbai and
the Arabian Sea, spread out before you. Also visit
Mani Bhawan, a small museum dedicated to the life
and works of Mahatma Gandhi, and the bustling
Crawford Market. Overnight at hotel
Day 03 : Bombay - Cochin -
Periyar
Morning transfer to the airport to connect flight to
Cochin(0840 hrs / 1025 hrs) Upon arrival, meet &
transfer to the hotel for lunch. Thereafter drive to
Periyar (190 kms) Upon arrival at Periyar - check
into hotel Periyar - Sprawling across 777 sq. kms.
of the Cardamom Hills of the Western Ghats, Thekkady
is the home to one of the largest wildlife reserves
in India. Alive with exotic flora and vibrant
wildlife, it is the perfect getaway tucked away
among hills. Spice Village Resort is situated just
outside the famous Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. This
unique and deluxe village resort is set in a spice
garden - with 37 cottages of thatched roofs which
blend well with the surrounding greenery. Overnight
at hotel
Day 04 : Periyar - Kumarakom
Early morning boatcruise on the Lake of the famous
Periyar wildlife sanctuary to see wild life. Periyar
- an artificial lake or reservoir created by a dam
on Periyar River is the heart of the Wildlife
Sanctuary wild elephants, Asiatic Deer, Black Buck
and even Tigers come to shores of the lake for a
drink. Return to hotel for breakfast After breakfast
a guided walk around the Spice Village to see the
various spices grown in the resort garden.
Thereafter drive through the winding "Ghats" lined
with prosperous tea plantations & then arrive the
fascinating countryside of low-lying palms and paddy
fields to Kumarakom (190 kms) enroute visit the tea
estates. Kumarakom - is a beautiful backwater
village on the shores of the enchanting Vembanad
Lake, criss crossed with meandering waterways and
ancient cottages. A holiday in Coconut Lagoon
promises to be different from any other. Every "tarawad"
or cottage you stay in is at least a century old,
reconstructed piece by piece in accordance with
ancient rites of carpentry. Relax at the waterfront,
with the occasional native row boat gliding silently
by, and the air so calm, you can reach out and touch
the sky with your finger tips. Overnight at hotel
Day 05 : Kumarakom - Houseboat
Morning at leisure at Coconut Lagoon, taking a
cruise on the backwaters in traditional country
canoes called "vanjis" to see the agricultural
activities of the local people living on the back
waters. Visit also the beautiful bird sanctuary.
Lunch at the hotel Afternoon board the traditional
rice boats - "Ketuvallam" and begin your journey
through the picturesque backwaters and small lakes
relaxing in the tranquillity of Kerala's beautiful
scenery. Experience the way of life and activity of
the local people, the one bedroom house with a
lounge is exclusively for you, meals will be served
with freshly bought produce from the local markets
and cooked on board. Overnight on board
Day 06 : Houseboat
Marari: Breakfast on board. Sail to Alleppey &
disembark at Puthenagady Jetty. On arrival proceed
directly to Mararikulam (30 kms) Mararikulam - is
one of the picturesque fishing villages that dot the
lovely coast line of Kerala. This private, shallow
beach is fringed with unending lines of coconut
palms. Rest of the day at leisure for own activities
and enjoy the facilities of the Resort. Overnight at
hotel
Day 07 : Marari
Full day at leisure for own activities and enjoy the
facilities of the Resort. Overnight at hotel
Day 08 : Marari - Cochin
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COCHIN - Popularly known as the Queen of the Arabian
Sea, Cochin is the oldest European settlement in
India. Frilled with backwaters and rich with old
world charm, this city has lured many a great
voyager to its shores. Arrive Cochin & check into
hotel Tour of Cochin or "Kochi"- the palm green,
commercial captial of Kerala is known as the "Queen
of the Arabian Sea". From time immemorial, Arabs,
Chinese, Dutch, British & Portuguese seafarers
followed the sea route to Kochi & left their
impression on the town. Modern Kochi is thus a
splendid mosaic of these myriad influences. Visit
the Dutch Palace, the Jewish Synagogue, the Church
of St. Francis, the Bolghatty Palace & the famous
Chinese fishing nets. Afternoon, Harbour cruise -
Cochin has one of the finest natural harbours. The
backwaters extending to the east & south from the
harbour are dotted with tiny islands, formed
naturally by alluvial deposits from the rivers.
Evening witness the Kathakali dance performance +
make up demonstration - Kathkali is a unique dance
which has a 2000 year old history with more than 100
different 'mudras' or gesture depicting deities,
demons, heroes, heroines and kings - each based on
episodes from the Mahabharata and Ramayana, the two
epic Indian myths. Dinner and overnight at hotel
Day 09 : Cochin - Bombay
Morning transfer from hotel to the airport for
flight to Bombay.(1055 hrs / 1240 hrs) Upon arrival
- met & transferred to the hotel where rooms will be
provided for wash and change. Rest of the day at
leisure for own activities and to enjoy the
facilities of the hotel. Later transfer to the
International airport for onward flight
Day 10 : Abroad - Bombay
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