Beach Paradise Vacation in India

Overview
Beach Paradise Vacation in India, as its name suggests is a wonderful trip to explore the most popular beaches of Kerala. On this 14 Day tour package you also get a chance to visit Kumarakom Backwaters, Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Munnar Hills and old city of Cochin which is home to a number of old palaces, churches and the famous Chines Fishing Nets. Your tour begins from India's commercial capital, Mumbai where you will visit the city's land mark Gateway of India and Elephanta Island to see the 7th century rock - cut Shiva temples. Apart from plenty of sightseeing, on this tour package you can go for rejuvenating body-toning massage at any centre of your choice. From Cochin, we board a flight back to Mumbai where your tour commemorates. So, stay with us, book this tour and explore the God's Own Country, Kerala on your own.

Inclusions
Accommodation, Meal, Transport, Services of guides for sightseeing tours, Backwater cruise at Kumarakom, Massage therapy at hotels, Economy class airfare as per itinerary.

Exclusions
Shopping and other meals apart from breakfast.

Detailed Itinerary
Namaste - We welcome you with folded hands

Day 1 : Arrive Mumbai
Arrival to Mumbai airport. On arrival, you will be met by our representative and transferred to hotel, where we will be holding the rooms on ready occupancy basis. After traditional welcome check into hotel.

Overnight : At hotel in Mumbai.

Day 2 : Sightseeing tour of Mumbai
Morning enjoy a half day tour of Mumbai city. Visit the Gateway of India, the stone archway designed by Wittett in the 16th century's Gujarat architectural style. Next take a boat ride to the Elephanta Caves, situated 9kms by sea. Here you will see 7th century rock - cut temples dedicated to Lord Shiva.

Overnight : At hotel in Mumbai.

Day 3 : Mumbai - Trivandrum - Kovalam
Today morning you will be transferred to Mumbai airport to connect flight to Trivandrum. On arrival to Trivandrum airport you will be transferred to hotel at Kovalam. After check in formalities enjoy your day on the Kovalam Beach. At your choice from any of the centres nearby, you can pamper yourself with a herbal, body- toning message.

Overnight : At hotel in Kovalam.

Day 4 : Kovalam - Cape Camorin - Kovalam
On day 4 after breakfast you will go for a same day return trip to Cape Camorin. Visit, Padmanabhapuram Palace and Archaeological museum. By late evening drive back to Kovalam.

Overnight : At hotel in Kovalam.

Day 5 : Kovalam - Varkala
Morning after breakfast we will proceed towards Varkala Beach. Considered as the most unspoilt beach resorts of India at Varkala Beach you also have an option to go for body therapy.

Overnight : At hotel in Varkala.

Day 6 : 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!

Overnight : At hotel in Kumarakom.

Day 7: Kumarakom
Get Set for the moments that will approach you today with a boat ride into the countryside. First visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary which is home to a variety of domestic and migratory birds. If you are adventurous enough, you can indulge in water sports such as Wind Sailing and Water Skiing. You can even take a canoe out into the quiet lakes.

Overnight : At hotel in Kumarakom.

Day 8 : Kumarakom - 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 hide way here. On arrival check into hotel, refresh yourself and be relaxed.

Overnight : At hotel in Thekkady.

Day 9 : Thekkady (Periyar Tiger Reserve)
Tiger! Isn't the word exciting and horrifying too! Today you might have an opportunity to meet the beast. Come! Let's pierce into the Den and go to Periyar Tiger Reserve. Trekking with a local guide familiarizes you to the rare birds, trees and 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 in Thekkady.

Day 10 : Thekkady - Munnar
In the morning, head towards Munnar which is called as "nature lover's paradise". Sprawling tea and spice plantations make Munnar a Picture book's town. Here winding lanes are filled with the heady fragrance of fresh tea, all 1,800m above the sea level. After arriving there, check into hotel.

Overnight : At hotel in Munnar.

Day 11 : Sightseeing tour of Munnar
Munnar has the highest peak in South India - Anamudi - which towers over 2,695m. An assortment of wild life such as the Nilgiri Tahr, Nilgiri Langur, Sambar, Gaur and the lion tailed Macaque are found in the rich tropical forests around. Devikulam - This serene hill township is a nature lover's retreat. Trout fishing on the Devikulam lake is a major attraction. Eravikulam National park - It is the best place to see Nilgiri tahr, the mountain goat of South India.

Overnight : At hotel in Munnar.

Day 12 : Munnar - Cochin
On day 12 in the morning drive to Cochin. On arrival to Cochin,"Queen Of The Arabian Sea" check into hotel. Afternoon is free to relax. In the evening enjoy Kathakali dance show. Kerala is renowned through out the world for its harmonious blending of poetry, music, costumes and gestures to narrate stories from Indian Epics.

Overnight : At hotel in Cochin.

Day 13 : Sightseeing tour of Cochin
Following breakfast proceed on sightseeing tour of Cochin. Visit the Jewish Synagogue, built in 1568 it is the oldest synagogue in the commonwealth countries. It is adorned by hundreds of exquisite hand - painted Chinese tiles in blue and white. St. Francis church originally, built out of wood in 1503 and thus earning fame as the oldest European 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. Roam about in the cobbled streets, you will love it.

Overnight : At hotel in Cochin.

Day 14 : Cochin - Mumbai Departure
Transfer to Cochin airport to board a flight back to Mumbai. On arrival we will transfer to hotel where we will be holding a few rooms for wash and change. After wash and change and dinner transfer to International Airport for flight back home.

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