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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.
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