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Hill Tours
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Day 1 Cochin
Arrive Cochin International Airport. Meet,
assist at the airport and transfer to your
hotel. The Gateway to God’s own Country
Kerala, Cochin (Kochi) is arguably the ideal
starting point for exploring the
unfathomable diversity and beauty of Kerala,
It is also the Commercial and Industrial
capital of the state of Kerala. Overnight at
Cochin.
Day 2 Cochin
In the morning proceed for a half day city
tour of Cochin or Kochi. Places of interest
are The Dutch Palace (closed on Fridays),
Jewish Synagogue (closed on Saturdays),
St.Francis Church, Dutch Cemetery, the
Chinese fishing nets at the entrance of
Cochin Harbour, and Willingdon Island - a
manmade island made from materials dredged
while deepening Cochin port. In the evening
visit a local auditorium for an enchanting
Kathakali Dance Show - Kathakali has a
unique combination of literature, music,
painting, acting and dance. Dancers take
various roles in performances traditionally
based on themes from Hindu mythology,
especially the two epics, the Ramayana and
the Mahabharata. Overnight at Cochin.
Day 3 Thekkady
In the morning, check out of your hotel and
drive to Thekkady (185kms/5hrs). Arrive and
check into your hotel. Thekkady-777 sq.km of
lush green tropical forests is the natural
habitat of elephant, bison, spotted deer,
sambar, bear and many colorful birds etc.
Overnight at Thekkady.
Day 4 Thekkady
In the morning, (OPTIONAL) boat
cruise in Lake Periyar. Periyar sanctuary,
the main attraction of Thekkady, is one of
the best sanctuaries in India for watching
and photographing elephants at close
quarters. Thereafter proceed for a small
Spice plantation Tour. Overnight in Thekkady. |
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Day 5 Kumarakom
This morning, proceed to Kumarakom
(130kms/4hrs). Arrive Kumarakom by noon and
transfer to your hotel. Kumarakom, a
charming village on the eastern bank of
Vembanadu Lake surrounded by paddy fields,
is an ideal place for a backwater cruise.
It is also called as “The Venice of the
East”. In the afternoon, visit the bird
sanctuary, an ornithologist's paradise and a
favourite haunt of migratory birds like the
siberian stork, egret, darter, heron and
teal. Overnight at Kumarakom.
Day 6 Kovalam
In the morning, drive to Kovalam
(165kms/5hrs) by car. Arrive Kovalam and
check into your hotel. Kovalam is India's
most spectacular beach resort, just 16 km
from Trivandrum. The clear water in Kovalam
is ideal for swimming, surfing and
water-skiing. Facilities like Ayurvedic
massage, yoga, water sports etc are
available here. Remaining day at leisure.
Overnight at Kovalam.
Day 7 Kovalam
In the morning, leave the hotel for a city
tour of Trivandrum which is half an hour
away. Trivandrum, a sprawling 74 sq km city,
is the capital of Kerala. The great variety
of lovely old colonial and traditional
Kerala buildings give Trivandrum a special
ambience. The main attractions are the Govt.
Art Museum, Sri Chitra Art Gallery, The
Zoological Garden, Padmanabhaswamy Temple
(entry restricted), Caudiyar Palace, Museum
and Veli Tourist village. Return to Kovalam
in the evening. Overnight at Kovalam.
Day 8 Overseas
This day, you will be transferred to
Trivandrum International Airport for flight
to your onward destination. |
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HOTELS ENVISAGED:
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City / Category |
A |
B |
C |
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Cochin |
Le Meridien |
Avenue Regent |
Abad Metro |
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Thekkady |
Spice Village
(except 20Dec-10Jan & 01-28Feb) |
Wild Corridor
(except 23Dec-05Jan) |
Carmelia Haven
(except 15Dec-10Jan) |
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Alleppey/Kumarakom |
Coconut Lagoon
(except 20Dec-10Jan & 01-28Feb) |
Eastend Lakesong
(except 20Dec-05Jan) |
Kumarakom Lagoon / Coir Village Alleppey
(except 15Dec-10Jan) |
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Kovalam |
Travancore Heritage
(except 20Dec-15Jan) |
Uday Samudra
(except 20Dec-15Jan) |
Samudra
(except 23Dec-10Jan) |
COST
PER HEAD IN U.S.DOLLARS
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Category |
1 pax |
2 pax |
3 pax |
4 pax |
Child
With bed |
Child
Without Bed |
Sgl Room
Supplement |
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A |
$ 1898 |
$ 996 |
$ 775 |
$ 898 |
$ 339 |
$ 132 |
$ 624 |
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B |
$ 1337 |
$ 697 |
$ 539 |
$ 599 |
$ 231 |
$ 98 |
$ 363 |
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C |
$ 1033 |
$ 547 |
$ 425 |
$ 450 |
$ 188 |
$ 79 |
$ 208 |
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Includes:
1. Accommodation in well appointed standard
rooms including breakfast.
2. Transfers / tours by Air-conditioned
vehicle.
3. Local English speaking guide at Cochin
and Trivandrum including
entrances for the sight seeing as
mentioned in the itinerary.
4. Seat In Boat cruise at Kumarakom.
5. Assistance, Parking, Porterage, Toll and
all Taxes. |
Excludes:
1. International / Domestic airfares,
airport tax.
2. Any items of personal nature viz laundry
charges, telephone bills, drinks, etc.
3. Any compulsory festive & meal
supplements.
4. Any items not mentioned under
Includes
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VALIDITY – 01October 09 till 31March 2010: For
more details contact
Hill Tours
Travel Agents & Tour Consultants
14 A Polo View,Srinagar Kashmir (India) – Tel
:00 91 + 194 2477677
Email :
hilltour@vsnl.com or
hilltour@bsnl.in
Fax : + 2452477
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