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Kerala Backwaters Tours

Kerala Backwater Tour

Duration: 7 nights / 8 days
Places Covered: Cochin - Periyar - Kumarakom - Houseboat - Marari - Cochin

Day 01: Arive Cochin
Arrive Cochin and transfer to the hotel, relax for a day, overnight at hotel.

Day 02: Cochin - Periyar
Morning after lunch at the hotel drive to Periyar and on check into hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 03: Periyar - Kumarakom
Early morning boatcruise on the Lake of the famous Periyar wildlife sanctuary to see wild life. 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. Overnight at hotel.

Day 04: 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. Overnight on board.

Day 05: 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. Rest of the day at leisure for own activities and enjoy the facilities of the Resort. Overnight at hotel.

Day 06: Marari
Full day at leisure for own activities and enjoy the facilities of the Resort. Overnight at hotel.

Day 07: Marari - Cochin
COCHIN - 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. Dinner and overnight at hotel.

Day 08: Cochin
Transfer to the International airport for onward flight.
Note : This Tour can be shortened / Extended as per your preferences.

Backwater Tours in Kerala

Duration: 7 nights / 8 days
Destinations Covered: Kochi, Munnar, Periyar, Alleppy, Kettuvallam

Day 01: Cochin
Arrive Cochin and transfer to city hotel. ½ day Sightseeing of Cochin to cover Dutch palace, Chinese Fishing Nets, Jewish Syangouge, Mattancherry palace etc. Overnight at hotel.

Day 02: Munnar
After Breakfast proceed to Munnar - check in at Sieana Village, Munnar is 135 Kms from Cochin approx. 4 hrs drive. Munnar is e00ft above the sea level and the highest peak of South India- Annamudi peak, which is 2695 mts, is in the vicinity. Take a drive to the nearby Anayirangal lake and the hanging bridge.

Day 03: Munnar
Full day sightseeing of Munnar covering Mattuppetty. Indo Swiss Cattle project, Mattuppetty Dam, after lunch free for optional activities such as Eravikulam National Park to watch wildlife, Lake Safari, tea factory visit. Overnight at hotel.

Day 04: Munnar - Periyar
After Breakfast proceed to Kerala Wildlife Sanctuary otherwise known as Thekkady. Approx. 3 ½ Hrs. drive from Munnar. After lunch visit a spice plantation and roam around the Spice market, overnight stay at the resort.

Day 05: Periyar
Activities for the day include the Perriyar boat ride around the man made lake and visit the suicide point. Optional activities include trekking, jeep safari and elephant ride into the dense jungle. Overnight stay at resort.

Day 06: Alleppey
After breakfast departure to Alleppy and Check in at Punnamudi Backwater Resort. Afternoon at leisure and take speed cruise on the Vembranad Lake, Chinese nets, the old light house & night fishing for lobstar. Overnight stay at resort.

Day 07: Kettuvallam
After Breakfast board at Kettuvallam (traditional rice boat) and explore the endless backwater. Enjoy authentic Kerala cuisine on board. Overnight at houseboat.

Day 08: Departure
Have a leisurely breakfast at hotel. Last minute shopping before transfer to airport or station.

15 Days Backwater Holidays Kerala

Duration: 13 Nights/14 Days
Places to Visit: Thiruvananthapuram - Periyar - Alleppey - Cochin - Ooty - Bandipur - Mysore - Bangalore

Day 1: Thiruvananthapuram
Arrive Thiruvananthapuram, the capital of Kerala. Located at the South Western tip of India, is bounded by the Arabian sea on the West and Tamil Nadu on the East. Transfer to hotel.

Day 2: Thiruvananthapuram
Breakfast at hotel followed by departure for full day sight-seeing. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 3: Thirivananthapuram - Periyar
After breakfast depart for Periyar -a wildlife sanctuary with beautiful lake. It is situated in lush green forest. On arrival transfer to hotel for Overnight stay.

Day 4: Periyar
(By Road) Early morning we take boat ride over the Lake Periyar to watch animals in their natural habitat on the water's edge. While cruising on Lake Periyar, you are likely to see animals like Wild Boars, Sambars, Wild Dogs, Langur Monkeys and Wild Elephants. For the lunch we return back to hotel. Late After noon we again visit the park by cruise, as once is not enough to explore it fully.

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Day 5: Periyar - Alleppey - Cochin
After breakfast at hotel depart for Cochin enroute Alleppey -one of best place for nature and backwater lovers. After backwater drive to Cochin. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 6: Cochin
Morning half day tour to visit the Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue , Chinese fishing nets, & St. Francis Church . Afternoon free.

Day 7: Cochin - Ooty
After breakfast at hotel depart for Ooty One of the most popular hill resort of India.. Afternoon free to relax and unwind. Overnight at hotel.

Day 8: Ooty - Bandipur
After breakfast depart for Bandipur National Park.

Day 9: Bandipur
After breakfast drive to Bandipur National Park for wildlife viewing. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 10: Bandipur - Mysore
After breakfast depart for Mysore - famous for its silk and thriving sandalwood. Check in hotel.

Day 11: Mysore
Morning after breakfast proceed for half day city tour visit Mysore Palace, Chamundi Hills and Brindaban Gardens.

Day 12: Mysore - Bangalore
After breakfast depart for Bangalore one of the modern metropolis city of India. Full day free for your independent activities. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 13: Bangalore
After breakfast depart for Afternoon half day guide city tour visiting Vidhan Soudha, Tipu's summer palace, Botanical Gardens and Lallbagh Gardens. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 14: Bangalore (Departure)
Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to airport to connect your onward destination flight.