‘DISCOVER KERALA’ 08 Days / 07 Nights
ITINERARY IN DETAIL Day01
Arrive Kochi Welcome to your ''Discover Kerala" tour! On arrival at the airport in Kochi or railway station in Ernakulam, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Kochi. Enjoy a half day city tour of Kochi (Private). Later, proceed on a city tour of Kochi visiting places like the St. Francis Church, Mattancherry Palace, The Jewish Synagogue and view the Chinese fishing nets in Fort Kochi area. St Francis Church is one of the oldest churches in India, built by Europeans. Originally built in 1503, the church has witnessed many skirmishes between Indians and the Britishers. St Francis Church was declared a protected monument in 1923. This church is built in the Indo gothic style of architecture. The Mattanchery palace is a Dutch Palace in the state of Kerala and was built in 1555. It served as a gift to the local Raja of Kochi. The palace stands as a testament of the Dutch rule over Cochin and neighboring areas. The palace now exhibits Temple art, portraits and exhibits of the Rajas of Kochi. The Jewish synagogue is also called the Pardesi Synagogue. It is located in the corner of the Jew town in the city of Kochi. The Jewish synagogue is a prayer house or shrine for people from the Jewish faith. Built in 1568, the synagogue has a 500 year old history attached to it. Chinese fishing nets also called Cheena vala are the fishing installations made in Kochi. Each net has a limited area and depth of operation. The fishing nets make for a beautiful backdrop for photography. Pickup
Duration
From Time
Hotel
04:00 hrs
2:00 PM
The rest of the evening is at leisure. Day02
On to Munnar (130 kms / approx. 4 hours drive) After breakfast, proceed to Munnar. Drive through the picturesque countryside of Munnar which is surrounded by lush green tea estates. On arrival, check-in to your hotel in Munnar. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore this quaint hill station.
Day03
In Munnar Embark on a sightseeing tour of Munnar (Private). Today, proceed on sightseeing tour of Munnar including visit to the Rose Garden and the Tata Tea Museum (Closed on Mondays. Timing 1000hrs to 1700hrs). Pickup
Duration
From Time
Hotel
03:00 hrs
9:00 AM
Enjoy a visit to Echo Point & Mattupetty Lake (Private). Post lunch, visit Echo Point and Mattupetty Lake. Near Top station is the echo point. On this point, the valley is acoustically inclined to reverberate the sounds that enter it. The legend goes that if your voice echoes thrice, you will get what you wish for. Mattupetty Lake is flanked by steep hills and woods and has been created by the small hydro-electricity dam. The entire area around it is covered with forests and sightings of wild animals are common. This territory is famous for its elephant sightings. Pickup
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From Time
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Hotel
03:00 hrs
2:00 PM
The rest of the evening is at leisure for independent activities. Day04
On to Thekkady (95 kms / approx. 3 hours drive) Transfer from hotel in Munnar to hotel in Thekkady, en route enjoy Spice Plantation tour (Private). Today, proceed to Thekkady, en route enjoy a Spice Plantation tour. On arrival, check-in to your hotel. Pickup
Duration
From Time
Hotel
NA
8:00 AM
Drive to Periyar Lake (Private). Proceed to enjoy a boat ride on Periyar Lake in Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary (Entry fee and Boat ride on direct payment basis). Note: Please carry a photo-id proof for Periyar boat ride. Pickup
Duration
From Time
Hotel
04:00 hrs
2:00 PM
The rest of the day is at leisure to to walk through the bustling spice market in the Kumily Village. Day05
On to Alleppey (129 kms / approx. 3 and Half hours drive) After breakfast, proceed to the idyllic backwaters of Alleppey. Alleppey is Kerala's Venice of the East, a heartland of lagoons and mangrove fields, inter-linked with hundreds of narrow winding canals. On arrival, check-in to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the scenic surroundings of Alleppey or one can enjoy a backwater cruise (boats can be hired on direct payment basis).
Day06
On to Trivandrum (160 kms / approx. 5 hours drive) Transfer from hotel in Alleppey to hotel in Trivandrum, en route visit Napier Museum, Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple & Kovalam Beach (Private). After breakfast, proceed to Trivandrum. En route visit Napier Museum, Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple & Kovalam Beach.On arrival, check-in to your hotel in Trivandrum. Pickup
Duration
From Time
Hotel
NA
9:00 AM
The rest of the day is at leisure for independent activities. Day07
In Trivandrum Excursion to Kanyakumari (100 Kms / approx.3 hours one way) Embark on an excursion to Kanyakumari, en route visit the Suchindram Temple (Private). After breakfast, proceed on an excursion to Kanyakumari. Kanyakumari lies in southernmost tip of India where the Arabian Sea, the Indian Ocean and the Bay of Bengal meet. Visit Vivekananda Rock Memorial, a popular tourist monument in Vavathurai, Kanyakumari. The memorial stands on one of two rocks located about 500 meters east off mainland of Vavathurai, India's southernmost tip. Later, en route visit the Suchindram temple - one of the best place to understand the rich religious and cultural heritage of India , which is dedicated to a deity representing the combined forces of Siva, Vishnu and Brahma. Pickup
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Hotel
07:00 hrs
9:00 AM
The rest of the day is at leisure. Day08
Depart Trivandrum Today, bid farewell to your ''Discover Kerala'' tour, as you are transferred to the airport / railway station in Trivandrum for your onward journey. Please do give us your valuable suggestions on feedback@coxandkings.com
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INCLUSIONS / EXCLUSIONS Holiday Price Includes Accommodation In The Hotels Listed Or Similar Hotels. Transportation - Entire round trip from Kochi/ Ernakulam to Trivandrum By AC Indigo (02 -03 adults) or AC Innova (04 adults) or Tempo Traveller (06-10 adults) or similar for all category (Economy, Standard & Deluxe) as per the itinerary. The vehicle is as per the itinerary and not at disposal basis. Meals - Daily Buffet Breakfast As Per The Itinerary. Free Installation Of Audio Compass App On Your Smart Phone. Travel Insurance. All currently applicable taxes i.e. Hotel tax & Transportation tax. Note Cox And Kings Terms And Conditions Apply. Shopping Would Be On Your Own Arrangements. Arrival Into Kochi And Departure From Trivandrum Would Be On Your Own Arrangements. Please Contact Our Sales Staff To Give You The Best Flight Deals. Do Carry Comfortable Walking Shoes. All Sightseeing Is Subject To Weather Conditions, Political Conditions At The Destination. Travel Insurance, Included In Our Package Cost Is Valid For Age Group Upto 80 Years Only. For Age Group Beyond 80 Years, Rules, Terms And Conditions Of The Insurance Company Will Apply. The Same Needs To Be Checked On Case To Case Basis With The Insurance Company. All The Prices Are For Indian Nationals Only, Unless Specified. Package Rates Are Not Valid During Long Weekends, Festive Period, Peak Period And Blackout Dates. Mandatory Meal Supplement For Christmas, New Year's Eve Gala Dinner Will Be Charged Extra. The Hotel Confirmed Will Be As Per The Brochure Or An Alternate Hotel Of Similar Category. Supplement Charges Applicable For Long Weekends And Festive Season. It Is Mandatory To Carry A Valid Photo Identity Card (Passport / Driving License / Voter ID Card).
Holiday Price Excludes Any Transport To Kochi / Ernakulam Or From Trivandrum . Your Tour Price Starts Ex Kochi. Air, Train Or Bus Fare From / To Your Originating City Of Stay, Unless Specified. Items of personal nature viz, tips, porterage, room service, laundry, mineral water, alcoholic or non alcoholic beverages, phone calls, additional sightseeing tours & excursions not included in the itinerary, still or video camera fees etc. Any Increase In Fuel Cost, Government Taxes, Entrance Fees, Intra And Interstate Taxes Etc, The Tour Price Will Be Amended In Accordance. Entrance Fees And Guide Charges Wherever Applicable. Any items / services not specifically mentioned in the 'Tour Price Includes' column. Supplement Charges Applicable For Long Weekends And Festivals. Goods And Services Tax Of 5%
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PRICE / DATES Ex - Kochi
Valid From - 16 December, 2017
Valid To - 10 January, 2018
Per Person on Twin Sharing Basis
21449
On Triple Sharing
24099
Child Between (5 - 12 Yrs) with extra bed (or mattress) 8599 Child Between (5 - 12 Yrs) with no bed (or mattress)
4399
On Single Occupancy
33349
Per Person on Twin Sharing Basis
24099
On Triple Sharing
26399
Child Between (5 - 12 Yrs) with extra bed (or mattress) 10299 Child Between (5 - 12 Yrs) with no bed (or mattress)
5149
On Single Occupancy
38699
Deluxe Per Person on Twin Sharing Basis
34999
On Triple Sharing
35399
Child Between (5 - 12 Yrs) with extra bed (or mattress) 15499 Child Between (5 - 12 Yrs) with no bed (or mattress)
7899
On Single Occupancy
60449
Notes : Cox And Kings Terms And Conditions Apply. Shopping Would Be On Your Own Arrangements. Arrival Into Kochi And Departure From Trivandrum Would Be On Your Own Arrangements. Please Contact Our Sales Staff To Give You The Best Flight Deals. Do Carry Comfortable Walking Shoes. All Sightseeing Is Subject To Weather Conditions, Political Conditions At The Destination. Travel Insurance, Included In Our Package Cost Is Valid For Age Group Upto 80 Years Only. For Age Group Beyond 80 Years, Rules, Terms And Conditions Of The Insurance Company Will Apply. The Same Needs To Be Checked On Case To Case Basis With The Insurance Company. All The Prices Are For Indian Nationals Only, Unless Specified. Package Rates Are Not Valid During Long Weekends, Festive Period, Peak Period And Blackout Dates.
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Mandatory Meal Supplement For Christmas, New Year's Eve Gala Dinner Will Be Charged Extra. The Hotel Confirmed Will Be As Per The Brochure Or An Alternate Hotel Of Similar Category. Supplement Charges Applicable For Long Weekends And Festive Season. It Is Mandatory To Carry A Valid Photo Identity Card (Passport / Driving License / Voter ID Card).
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DEPARTURE DATES Kochi 28 Dec 2017
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HOTEL INFO ECONOMY3 City
Hotel Name
No of Nights
Kochi
Abad Fort.
01
Munnar
Mountain Trail Resort
02
Thekkady
Periyar Meadows
01
Alleppey
Haveli Backwater Resort
01
Trivandrum
Windsor Rajdhani
02
City
Hotel Name
No of Nights
Kochi
Radisson Blu
01
Munnar
The Fog Resort
02
Thekkady
Poetree Sarovar Portico
01
Alleppey
Lake Canopy
01
Trivandrum
Hycinth By Sparsa
02
DELUXE
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