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EMERALD WATERS OF
SOUTH INDIA
Kerala, a state in southwestern India is the perfect destination
for an Indian Holiday. Known for its beautiful palm-fringed backwaters,
sandy beaches, ayurveda resorts, green hill ranges, some of the
highest tea estates in the world, wildlife sanctuaries and rich
cultural heritage with spectacular temple festivals and thrilling
snake boat races - Kerala offers a lot to a tourist on an Indian
Holiday.
With its evergreen mountains, dense forests stately palms, swift
flowing rivers, extensive backwaters and blue lagoons, it look
like a fairyland. This atmosphere of beauty and peace has natured
religion and art in Kerala and enabled her to become a precious
gem in neckless of India culture & tourism. Indian poets of
eminence have showered their praises for the abundance of its
peppers, the fragrance of its sandal and wealth of its coconuts.
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01 Arrive Cochin
by International Flight Around Midnight |
WELCOME TO INDIA – One Nation,
countless destinations. A land of rich heritage that’s
ancient. The mystique of India, its history of 5000
years, philosophy, religions, fabulous historical
monuments all add to its bewildering diversity to
create a unique and colorful mosaic. This is the wonder
that is India, come, enjoy and experience it.
Reception upon arrival at the International airport
and transfer to HOTEL
Kochi (Cochin) : Now known as Kochi, is one of India’s
largest ports where the misty silhouettes of huge
merchant ships can be seen anchored off the point
of Fort Cochin waiting for a berth in the docks of
Ernakulam or Willingdon island. With its wealth of
historical associations – since the times it
was visited by the Portuguese, the Dutch and British,
this city is a magical blend. Here you can see the
oldest church in India, a 500 years old Portuguese
house, the cantilevered Chinese fishing nets, a Jewish
synagogue and the palace built by the Portuguese.
OVERNIGHT AT THE HOTEL. |
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02 COCHIN |
Breakfast at the hotel.
Morning, proceed for the sightseeing tour of Cochin.
The tour begins from “The Dutch Palace (closed
on Fridays)” also known as Mattancherry Palace,
built by Portugues in 1555, which is famous for its
murals depicting scenes from the Ramayana and the
puranic legends. Adjacent to the palace is the Jewish
Synagogue (closed on Fridays & Saturdays) built
in 1568. Also visit the St. Francis Church (closed
on Sundays), established by the Portuguese Franciscan
friars in 1503. Vasco Da Gama was buried in the courtyard
of this European church built in India. Other attractions
include the traditional fishing hamlets and the fisher
folk in their colorful costumes. The tour also includes
a visit to the seaside where one can still see the,
nearly a century old Chinese fishing nets, which,
are still in use.
Afternoon at leisure.
Evening, witness a Kathakali dance performance at
a local theatre, performed by various artists. Kathakali
is a traditional dance form, depicting Indian epics
(Ramayana and Mahabharata). The dancers are dressed
in very colorful and elaborate costumes. Their faces
are painted to depict various characters of these
epics. This dance has a lot of facial expressions
and brisk, yet articulate body movements.
OVERNIGHT AT THE HOTEL. |
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03 COCHIN-KUMARAKOM |
Breakfast at the hotel.
After breakfast, drive from Cochin to Kumarakom (85
kms/2 hours).
On arrival check-in at: HOTEL
Rest of the day free to relax.
OVERNIGHT AT THE HOTEL. |
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04 KUMARAKOM |
Breakfast at the hotel.
Full day free to relax or spa activities.
OVERNIGHT AT THE HOTEL. |
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05 KUMARAKOM-MARARI |
Breakfast at the hotel.
Proceed to boat jetty to board Boat for back water
cruise
(2 hours) towards Alleppey.
Arrive at Allepey boat jetty and drive to Marari (15
kms).
On arrival check-in at: HOTEL
OVERNIGHT AT THE HOTEL. |
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06 Marari |
Breakfast at the hotel.
Day free to relax on the beach.
OVERNIGHT AT THE HOTEL. |
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07 Marari |
Breakfast at the hotel.
Drive from Marari to Cochin (75 kms/2 hours) airport
in time to board flight for Goa.
Leave: Cochin at 1545
hours by IC-575
Arrive: Goa at
1655 hours
(Flight operates on Mondays
& Fridays as an alternate you can fly to Goa via
Bangalore – as there are daily flights on this
sector).
Reception upon arrival at the airport and transfer
to HOTEL. |
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08 & DAY 09 GOA |
Breakfast at the hotel.
Days free to relax on the beach.
OVERNIGHT AT THE HOTEL. |
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10 GOA-GOKARNA |
Breakfast at the hotel.
Drive from Goa to Gokarna
On arrival check-in at: HOTEL
Rest of the day at leisure.
OVERNIGHT AT THE HOTEL. |
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11 GOKARNA |
Breakfast at the hotel.
Day free for independent activities.
OVERNIGHT AT THE HOTEL. |
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12 GOKARNA-GOA-MUMBAI-ABROAD |
Drive from Gokarna to Goa airport in time to board
flight for Mumbai.
Leave: Goa at 1615 hours by 9W-474
Arrive: Mumbai at 1715 hours
Meeting and assistance upon arrival and transfer from
Domestic to International airport in time to connect
flight for :
Leave Mumbai by International Flight |
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| Kochi (Cochin) : Now known
as Kochi, is one of India’s largest ports
where the misty silhouettes of huge merchant
ships can be seen anchored off the point of
Fort Cochin waiting for a berth in the docks
of Ernakulam or Willingdon island. With its
wealth of historical associations – since
the times it was visited by the Portuguese,
the Dutch and British, this city is a magical
blend. Here you can see the oldest church in
India, a 500 years old Portuguese house, the
cantilevered Chinese fishing nets, a Jewish
synagogue and the palace built by the Portuguese. |
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| Goa: The most comprehensive
beach resort in the country. Inland, 451 years
of Portuguese rule has imbued Goa’s towns
and villages with a unique culture. Panjim,
the capital city and Margao an important town,
have private houses and government buildings
dating back to Portuguese times. Unforgettable
Goa, a heady blend of serenity and excitement
down a 100 km coastline, studded with some of
the world’s most beautiful beaches –
Calangute, Colva, Baga, Dona Paula, Bogmalo.
Idyllic seaside stretches where you create your
own kind of holiday. |
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