It is the Kerala backwater where you will be transported to a paradise where sea, land and sky come together in a union of elements. As you meander on the back water of Kerala you will enter into a world of serene natural beauty. With the soothing sound of water rippling along the house boat while sailing down the back water you can see the swaying palm trees, emerald rice field, green country side and children waving from the banks of the backwater of Kerala. The enchanting Kerala enrapture tourists with serene waterways , quaint inlets and creeks along the coast of Kerala.
1. Traditional meet and greet service by garland
2. Experience the exotic destinations of Mumbai
3. Visit beaches of Goa
4. Munnar's mesmerising greenery, mountain scenery, calmness and cool refreshing air
5. Visit Periyar wildlife sanctuary, home to nomadic tribes of wild elephant, boar, deer etc
6. Go for boat cruise in the lake to watch wild animals.
7. Rejuvenate yourself in the Ayurveda treatment in Periyar
8. Boat ride to the nearby village through lagoons, Kumarkom
9. Interesting places in Kovalam
Day
Activity
Place
1.
You are met at the airport and drove straight to the chosen hotel, where we have done a pre check for you.
Mumbai
2.
After breakfast, move out for full day sightseeing of Mumbai.
Mumbai
3.
After a leisurely breakfast, transfer to Mumbai Airport to connect flight for Goa. Evening is free for leisurely activities.
Goa
4.
After breakfast, go for full sightseeing in Goa.
Goa
5.
Day is free for relaxing at beach
Goa
6.
After breakfast, our representative will transfer your luggage into the car which will transfer you to Goa Airport to connect flight for Cochin.
Cochin
7.
After breakfast, move out for sightseeing of Cochin
Cochin
8.
After breakfast, drive to Kumarkom. You can also opt for a relaxing Ayurvedic massage at the hotel.
Kumarkom
9.
Enjoy boat ride to the nearby village through lagoons in Kumarkom
Kumarkom
10.
After breakfast check out from hotel & drive to Alleppey. Overnight in Houesboat.
Alleppey
11.
After breakfast check out from houseboat & drive to Trivendrum. In the afternoon, move out for fight-seeing.
Trivendrum
12.
After breakfast check out from hotel & transfer to Trivendrum Airport to connect flight for Mumbai. From mUmbai, you will connect your flight for onward destination
Mumbai - Onward Destination
The spell-bounding beauty, the mesmerizing wind reminisces of those sweet times spent in the lap of lover. If you want to be engrossed in real beauty of India, you need to go on India trip where you can view the scenic beauty of gardens, fields, motivating and wealthy civilization, superb monuments, picturesque landscapes and many eye catching sights.
Mumbai Arrival
DAY 01
On arrival in early morning at Mumbai International Airport you will be met & transferred to hotel. The seven islands that now form Mumbai were first home to the Koli fisher folk, whose shanties still occupy parts of the city shoreline today. Mumbai is the prime commercial center of India . It is named as "Manchester of India' as many cloth mills are here.Day free for leisure activities.Overnight at hotel.
MEALS PROVIDED : BREAKFAST
Mumbai
DAY 02
After breakfast, move out for full day sightseeing of Mumbai. Today we visit Elephanta caves, one of the most picturesque of the little islands in the harbour. It is famous for the enormous carving in its rock-cut temples. Gateway of India, built as a memorial to the visit of King George -VI and Queen Mary in 1911.Marks a ceremonial spot at Appollo Bunder. Victoria Terminus, It is built on the site from where the first railway line in Asia was inaugurated, on July 12, 1853, another oriental architectural effusion. Overnight at hotel.
MEALS PROVIDED : BREAKFAST
Mumbai Goa ( by Flight )
DAY 03
After breakfast check out from hotel & transfer to Mumbai Airport to connect flight for Goa. A tiny emerald land of 3,702 Sq.Kms. on the west coast of India, with its natural scenic beauty, attractive beaches, churches and temples, famous for its architecture, feasts and festivals and above all hospitable people with a rich cultural milieu. Goa has it all, sun, sand and sea. A unique blend of Latin and Oriental, incredibly rich in monuments and historical sites, dazzling variety of exotic flora and fauna, lush green hinterland, rivers that offer water adventure sports that will thrill you beyond expectation. On arrival in Goa check in at hotel. Overnight at hotel.
MEALS PROVIDED : BREAKFAST
Goa
DAY 04
After breakfast move out for sightseeing of Goa. Today we visit old Goa Churches; Basilica of Boom Jesus, built in 16th century dedicated to Infant Jesus is the most popular & famous of all churches in Goa. The mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier, kept in a silver casket, are enshrined here. Sri Mangueas Temple, surrounded by rolling green hills & dedicated to Lord Shiva, is the most important of all temples in Goa & is located at Priol in Ponda Taluka. Dona Paula, a village named after Dona Paula de Menezes, the wife of a noble man Antonio de Souto Maior, who died as a young woman in 1682. Miramar Beach, an urban beach where the Mandovi River meets the Arabian Sea is a point that offers the best location to watch enchanting sunsets. Overnight at hotel.
MEALS PROVIDED : BREAKFAST
Goa
DAY 05
Day free for relax at beach & you can enjoy various water sports here in Goa.Overnight at hotel.
MEALS PROVIDED : BREAKFAST
Goa Cochin ( By Flight )
DAY 06
After breakfast check out from hotel & transfer to Goa Airport to connect flight for Cochin. Cochin , 'Queen of the Arabian' Sea is the commercial capital of Kerala. Cochin has one of the finest natural harbors in the world. Cochin was once the major center of commerce and trade with the British, Arabs, Chinese, Portuguese, Dutch etc. Later in the afternoon move out for sightseeing of Cochin. Here we visit the St Francis Church, the oldest Church in India, 500 year old Portuguese Houses, Chinese fishing nets, 16th century Synagogue, Jew Town and Mattancherry Palace, built by Portuguese, this Palace contains some of Indias most beautiful murals. Evening is free for leisure activities. Overnight at hotel.
MEALS PROVIDED : BREAKFAST
Cochin
DAY 07
After breakfast move out for sightseeing of Cochin. Today we visit some interesting sites such as : Chinese Fishing Nets : The Chinese fishing nets erected on teak wood and bamboo poles work on the principle of balance. Records say they were first set up here between AD 1350 and 1450. Vasco Da Gama Square, the narrow promenade that parallels the beach, is the best place to watch the nets being lowered and pulled out of the sea.
Jewish Synagogue: The Jewish community traces its history to nearly 2000 years ago. In 1948 the community numbered 2500 and today there are fewer that 30 people. The community is still centered round JEWTOWN where you will visit its crown Jewel, the Paradesi Synagogue. Built in 1568 and reconstructed after a Portugese bombardment in 1662, the synagogue is distinguished by its tile roof and bell tower. The small synagogue is also known for its hand-painted, willow-patterned, blue and white Chinese floor tiles, and the many brass and crystal lamps that hang from the ceiling. Later visit the interesting International Pepper Exchange, also located in Jewtown.
The Vasco Da Gama Square, Santa Cruz Basilica, St. Francis Church, VOC Gate, Bastion Bungalow etc. are also nice for sightseeing. Take a boat ride and visit BOLGATTY PALACE and VYPPIN ISLAND. Evening free for leisure activities.Overnight at hotel.
MEALS PROVIDED : BREAKFAST
Cochin Kumarkom
DAY 08
After breakfast check out from hotel & drive to Kumarkom . Kumarakom is a tourist village in Kottayam district, Kerala, India. It is a cluster of little islands on the Vembanad Lake in Kerala. This beautiful landscape houses rare variety of migratory birds. The land of lakes, canals and paddy fields, Kumarakom transports you to sheer ecstasy. Rest of the day free for leisure. You can also opt for a relaxing Ayurvedic massage at the hotel .Overnight at hotel.
MEALS PROVIDED : BREAKFAST
Kumarkom
DAY 09
Early morning proceed for bird sanctuary .Later come back to hotel & after breakfast visit some neighboring farm houses and optional boat ride to the nearby village through lagoons. Overnight at hotel.
MEALS PROVIDED : BREAKFAST
Kumarkom Alleppey
DAY 10
After breakfast check out from hotel & drive to Alleppey. Alleppey is one of the most important tourist centers in the state, with a large network of inland canals earning it the sobriquet "Venice of the east". These large network of canals provide Alleppey its lifeline. Alleppey was one of the busiest centers of trade in the past with one of the best known ports along the malabar coast. Even today it retains its charm as the centre for Coir carpet industries and prawn farming.
On arrival in Alleppey check in at Houseboat , that will take you through the sleepy backwaters of Kerala. Enjoy nature at its bountiful best as your houseboat passes by charming villages, lush green paddy fields and other scenic delights. Overnight at houseboat.
MEALS PROVIDED : BREAKFAST
Alleppey Trivendrum
DAY 11
After breakfast check out from houseboat & drive to Trivendrum. Trivendrum , also known as Thiruvananthapuram, is a gorgeous sea side city, which is built on seven hills.
On arrival in Trivendrum check in at hotel. Later in the afternoon proceed for sightseeing. Today we visit Sri Ananthapadmanabhaswamy temple, Napier Museum, Sri Chitralaya Art Gallery, National History Museum, Kanakakunnu Palace, Kuthiramallika Palace, Veli lake, Zoological Garden, CVN Kalavari Sangham (Martial Arts), Mahathma Gandhi road. Overnight at hotel.
MEALS PROVIDED : BREAKFAST
Trivendrum Mumbai ( By Flight )
DAY 12
After breakfast check out from hotel & transfer to Trivendrum Airport to connect flight for Mumbai. On arrival at Mumbai Airport you will be met by our representative.
At appropriate time, aboard flight from Mumbai International Airport to connect flight for your onward destination.
MEALS PROVIDED : BREAKFAST
Whats included?
The services of Rajasthan Tour Packages include:
1. Sight-seeing at the mentioned sites.
2. Accommodation including breakfast & taxes,
3. All airport and hotel transfers
4. Private air-conditioned car with driver throughout your trip
5. Expert English/Spanish/Vernacular-speaking local tour leader throughout the tour, and local guides at some sites.
6. 24 hour point of contact.
7. One bottle of mineral water daily.
8. Current government, hotel, road, toll and interstate taxes.
Transport
On foot
Houseboat in Allepey
Flight
Private air car
Accommodation
2 nights in Mumbai
3 night Goa
2 nights Cochin
2 nights Kumarkom
1 night Allepey houseboat
1 night Trivendarum
Meals
12 breakfasts
What is Not Included?
1) Monument fees, (Supplement is given separately)
2) International flights, or train fares
3) Visas, insurance,
4) Other meals including all lunches and dinners, other than specified
5) Excess baggage charges, tips, items of a personal nature and camera fees (some places that we visit charge additional fees if you are entering with a camera or camcorder - your guide will advise on these and they can be paid for locally).
6) Government service tax: 2.58% on invoice
Price information :
Value for money
We believe that value for money is important; we want you to travel with us again. When comparing prices, ensure you are comparing like for like as often there may be a cheaper option, but there may be hidden extras or the quality may not be as good. At Rajasthan Tour packages, comfort, safety and leisure are pillars for providing the value.