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Trip Duration :
09 Nights /10 Days
Places Covered :
Cochin - Periyar - Kumarakom - Alleppey - Kollam - Amma Ashram - Kovalam
Day 01 : Arrive Cochin
Yoga South India(Check in time 1200 Hrs) Upon
arrival, you shall met & assisted with your baggages at the airport by Hunnyfly
Holidays executive and transferred to prebooked hotel.
Day 02 : Cochin - Periyar (165 Kms/05 Hrs)
After breakfast check out of the hotel and depart
for the sightseeing of Cochin visiting - 'The Jewish Synagogue' at the heart of
what is locally called the Jew Town, 'The St. Francis Church', the oldest
European Church in India, 'The Santa Cruz Basilica' originally built in 1557 by
the Portuguese, The Dutch Palace, Spice market at the narrow streets. Later
drive towards Periyar. The name Periyar comes after the Dam made here by the
English in 1895. A wild life reserve hence is an ideal place to track down wild
life such as Elephants, Bison, Deer and numerous other varieties of birds. The
landscape here is with very tropical and you will be surrounded by tea, coffee &
other spices. On arrival check into hotel and rest of the day free. Overnight
stay at hotel.
Day 03 : Periyar
Early morning at 06.00am you go on a Guided
Jungle walk at the Periyar tiger Reserve/national Park. This 03hrs walk (not
very hard) is very interesting and gives you the chance to see the wildlife life
at a very close distance. If you are lucky you may even spot the rarely sighted
leopards & tigers. In afternoon leave for a guided plantation tour to the nearby
garden where in various species of spices and other aromatic plants are
cultivated. The guide explains & clarifies your doubts on this tour and later
move for the most popular boat trip at the National Park - the best way to
observe game in wild is by boat. There are many animals to see, including herds
of elephants, bison's and packs of wild boars that roam through the woods and
parade along the shores of the lake just before sunrise and sunset. Return to
hotel and rest. (Overnight at Periyar)
Day 04 : Periyar - Kumarakom (130 Kms/4 Hrs)
Boat Ride After breakfast check out of hotel and
drive to Kumarakom that lies at the shores of the enchanting Vembanad Lake, it's
a small town hush. Redolent of restful peace. A boat ride in the countryside
offers a close look into an engaging rustic life. Skiff-fishermen launching
their cockleshell boats. Large flotillas of ducks waddling down to the water
from thatched houses on the banks. Women, neck-deep in water, with their
waist-length hair heaped in a crown, searching for fish with there feet. And
aimless cattle grazing in lush pastureland, where white lotuses lie here and
there in small, low-lying pools. Sections of the curved roof of wood or plaited
palm open out to provide shade and allow uninterrupted views. On arrival, check
in to hotel. Day leisure for, own activities. (Overnight in hotel at Kumarakom)
Day 05 : Kumarakom
Morning free for own leisure activities and in
the evening enjoy the sunset cruises. (Overnight stay at Kumarakom)
Day 06 : Kumarakom - Alleppey (By Houseboat)
Cruises Alleppey round trip. After breakfast
check out of the hotel and drive towards Alleppey - the land of Backwaters.
Check out from the hotel around 10.30am and drive to Alleppey - the land of
Backwaters w ith the Arabian Sea in the west and a vast network of lakes,
lagoons and fresh water rivers crisscrossing it, Alleppey is a district of
immense natural beauty. Referred to as the 'Venice of the East' this backwater
country is also home to diverse animal and bird life. By virtue of its proximity
to the sea, the town has always enjoyed a unique place in the maritime history
of Kerala. All meals on board. (Overnight on board)
Day 07 : Alleppey To Kollam (185 Kms/4.5 Hrs)
After breakfast check out of the boat and drive
towards Kollam. On arrival check in at the hotel and rest of the day free for
own activities. (Overnight stay at Kollam)
Day 08 : Kollam/Day Excursion Visit Amma Ashram
Yoga Early morning Yoga & Meditation classes.
Breakfast at hotel Visit Amma ashram in Amritapuri in afternoon Visiting hours (
13.00Hrs - 17.00Hrs ) .Return back to Hotel .( Over night stay at hotel ) .
Amma 's Darshan on Wenesday , Thursday, Saturday & Sunday . There is no darshan
on Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays .
Day 09 : Kollam - Kovalam (80 Kms/2 Hrs)
Early morning Yoga & Meditation classes.
Breakfast at hotel
After breakfast check out of the hotel and drive towards Kovalam. On arrival
check in at the hotel and rest of the day free for own activities. (Overnight
stay at Kovalam)
Day 10 : Departure Transfer To Trivandrum Airport
After breakfast check out of the hotel and drive
towards Trivandrum airport for the onward flight. |