Ayurvedic India Tour
Itinerary Detail
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 Kovalam > Alleppy (170 Kms / 4 Hrs) [B/L/D]
Drive to Alleppey where you will onboard the traditionally decorated houseboats, you will start a 01 night's back water cruise which will end on day 10th 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 10 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 11 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 12 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 13 Munnar [B]
Morning free enjoy the scenic beauty of the Nilgiri Hills & Eravikulam wildlife sanctuary. Overnight at hotel.
Day 14 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 USDpean 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 15 Cochin > Mumbai > Departure (By Flight) [B]
9W 402 Cochin (13:00) / Mumbai (14:40)
Morning after breakfast drive to the airport for your flight to Mumbai. Arrive and chek-in at hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 16 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.
Inclusions :
• Accommodation on double / twin sharing basis
• All road transfers within and between cities based on the itinerary using AC Toyota Innova car
• Driver allowances
• English speaking guide at all places
• Includes breakfast
• Toll Tax and Parking
• Full Board Ayurvedic Vegetarian Food at Somatheeram Beach Resort, Kovalam and all meals at houseboat
• Entrance charges to places of interest & monuments
• Spice Plantation Tour and Safari boat ride at Lake Periyar with Sanctuary visit.
Exclusions :
• Any kind of personal expenses such as tips, laundry, telephone bills and alcoholic beverages.
• Any thing not specified in the itinerary.
• Camera fees (still or movie)
• Insurance Cover
• Unspecified meal etc.
• Any additional expenses due to circumstances, weather, sickness, natural disasters, riots etc.
• Any air fare (Domestic / International)
These trips are priced assuming two travelers. Surcharges for solo travelers and discounts for groups, if any, will be applied. Prices assume itinerary is purchased "as is". Minor changes to hotels or hotel add-ons to the beginning or the end of the existing itinerary can be made at no extra charge.
All prices do not include international airfare, unless otherwise noted.
Prices displayed are based on the lowest season base price and assume double occupancy. Cancellation penalties, blackout dates and other restrictions may apply.
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Legend
B: Breakfast
L: Lunch
D: Dinner
ER: Elephant Ride
CR: Camel Ride
BR: Boat Ride
JS: Jungle Safari
CS: Camel Safari
HS: Horse Safari
VS: Village Safari
GD: Gala Dinner
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