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Taj Mahal, a dream etched in milky white
pristine marble is the peerless monument portraying the beauty of
eternal love! A commemoration of the memory of Shahjahan's beloved wife,
Mumtaz. Taj Mahal is indeed India's rich tribute to womanhood. Renowned
for its aesthetic beauty, this extravagant building of timeless beauty
is the outcome of a unique combination of passion and architectural
exuberance.
Duration:
19 Nights -20 Days
Destination Covered:
Mumbai-Trivandrum-Kovalam-Verkala-Kumarakom-Periyar-Kottayam-Allepey - Cochin-
Ooty-Bangalore-Mysore-Mumbai
Detailed Programme ( Tour )
Day 01 - Arrive Mumbai
On arrival in Mumbai transfer to the hotel
where we will be holding the rooms on ready occupancy basis. Overnight
stay at hotel.
Day 02 - Mumbai
Explore the Mumbai, visiting The Juhu beach,
Gateway of India, and Elephanta caves. Overnight at hotel.
Day 03 - Arrive Trivandrum - Kovalam
Transfer to the Airport for flight to
Trivandrum. On arrival in Trivandrum transfer to hotel in Kovalam.
Latter enjoy the day in the sand. At your choice from any of the centres
nearby, you can pamper yourself with a herbal, body- toning massage.
Overnight to be spent at hotel.
Day 04 - Kovalam - Cape Camorin - Kovalam
After refreshing yourself at the beaches,
next morning you will go to Cape Camorin. Visit : Padmanabhapuram Palace
& Archeological museum - In the evening drive back to Kovalam & spend
your night with your high - reaching memories at the hotel.
Day 05 - Kovalam - Varkala
This morning after breakfast we will proceed
towards Varkala : one of the unspoilt beach resorts of India. You also
have an option to go for body therapy over here. Overnight to be spent
at hotel.
Day 06 - Varkala - Kumarakom
Today ride into Kumarakom - the backwater
country - by speedboat or a luxury cruiser from Varkala and then make
yourself at home in its small-town hush. Feel at home!
Day 07 - Kumarakom
Get Set for the moments that will approach
you today with a boat ride into the countryside, you will visit the
Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. If you are adventurous enough, you can indulge
in water sports such as windsailing & water skiing. You can even take a
canoe out into the quiet lakes. Overnight at hotel.
Day 08 - Kumarakom - Periyar
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 into hotel, refresh yourself & be relaxed. Overnight to be
spent at hotel.
Day 09 - Periyar
Tiger! Isn't the word exciting &
horrifying too! Yes, it is. Today you might have an opportunity to meet
the beast. Come! Let's pierce into the Den & go to Periyar Tiger
Reserve. Trekking with a local guide familiarizes you to the rare birds,
trees & flowers that are come across here. You can even set upon a walk
through the plantations filled with the heady fragrance of fresh spice.
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 10 - Periyar - Kottayam - Backwater
In the morning, drive to Kottayam, from
where you will enboard the traditionally decorated houseboats, you will
start a 02 nights back water cruise which will end on day 12th Morning
at Allepey.
Day 12 - Allepey - Cochin
Pick up from the Allepey and transfer to
hotel in Cochin. Afternoon city tour covering Jewish Synagogue, St.
Francis Church, Dutch Palace. In the evening enjoy Kathakali dance show.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 13 - Cochin - Calicut
Morning drive to Calicut. On arrival check
in into hotel. Afternoon half day city tour covering - Pazhassiraja
Museum, The Art Gallery and Krishna Art Museum. Overnight at hotel.
Day 14 - Calicut - Treehouse
Ensconced in Vythiri - 3750ft above sea
leavel, in the Western Ghats among the Wyanad Hills in North Kerala at a
distance of 65 kms from Calicut enroute Ooty - Mysore is the biggest
kept secret of Kerala. The access to the Tree house 86 ft from ground is
by an indigenous cane elevator. Spend your time at the beautiful
accommodation in Tree house.
Day 15 - Treehouse
Day free to explore the area. Overnight at
hotel.
Day 16 - Treehouse - Ooty
Morning drive to Ooty. On arrival check in
into hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 17 - Ooty
Day free to explore the surroundings.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 18 - Ooty - Mysore
Morning drive to Mysore. On arrival check in
into hotel. Afternoon city tour. Overnight at hotel.
Day 19 - Mysore - Bangalore
Morning city tour then drive to Bangalore.
On arrival check in into hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 20 - Bangalore - Mumbai - Departure
Morning city tour of Bangalore, followed by
departure transfer to catch flight to Mumbai. On arrival you will be
taken to hotel where we will be holding a few rooms for wash and change.
Have dinner and be transferred to Airport to catch the International
flight.
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