Kerala Ayurveda Tour Covered Destination : Cochin - Periyar - Munnar - Kumarakom - Backwaters
- Cochin Duration : 14 Nights / 15 Days Day 1 : Cochin - Periyar
After arrive at Cochin airport, you will received by our executive and
you will be driven to Periyar. Upon arrival check-in at Spice Village
Resort Visit the resident "Vaidya" (Ayurveda Doctor) for consultation.
Overnight will be at resort.
Day 2 - 8 : Ayurvedic Therapy at Spice Village
You will take seven days Ayurvedic Therapy. The resident doctor after consultation plans your programme and will also
suggest your diet and the therapy commences in right earnest. Please remember
that during this period you should not exert yourself and for best result
no alcohol, no tobacco and strict vegetarian diet. The therapy involves
various herbal massages, steam baths and yoga. If you follow all the directions
of the "VAIDYA", we can assure you that you will come out totally
relaxed and a great feeling of wellness. Overnight will be at hotel.
Day 9 : Periyar
The Rejuvenation Therapy is over. But it is best to relax and allow your
body to re-adjust after one week of treatment. Overnight will be at hotel.
Periyar : One
of the well known wildlife sanctuaries in the south, Periyar sanctuary attracts
a large number of nature lovers every year. Also called the Thekkady Wildlife
Sanctuary, this place is ideal for watching the animals in their natural
habitat.
The forest here slopes into the manmade lake at the bottom of the hill.
This lake serves as the waterhole for the animals and they come here to
drink or take a dip. Elephants, Gaur, Sambhar and even tigers can be spotted
here.
There are boat services which takes the visitor around the lake. The best
season to visit the park is between October and June. Spread over 777 sq.km
of the Cardamom Hills of Western Ghats, the Periyar sanctuary is located
137 km from Madurai.
Although an excursion on the splendid artificial lake is the standard way
to experience the sanctuary, you can also walk around with the local guide
in a small group. Wild Elephant herds come to the lake to frolic in the
water.
Other attractions of the sanctuary are the Sambhar, Bison, Spotted Deer,
Tigers, Leopards, Malabar Flying Squirrels, Stripe necked Mongooses, etc.
There are over 260 species of birds here including Nilgiri Wood Pigeons,
blue-winged Parakeets; White bellied Tree Pies, laughing Thrushes and Fly
Catchers.
Day 10 : Periyar
Today after a leisurely breakfast, you will be driven to Munar. On arrival
in Munar, check-in at your pre-booked Deluxe / Luxury Hotel. Rest of the
time will be at leisure. Stay overnight at Hotel.
Munnar sits at the confluence of three mountain
streams -- Mudrapuzha, Nallathani and Kundala. Standing at 1600 metres
above sea level this hill town was once a summer resort for India's British
rulers. Breathtaking tea plantations, a picture postcard townscape and
winding lanes make Munnar an extremely attractive resort town. Among the
exotic flora found in the forests and grasslands here is the Neelakurinji
which drenches the hills in blue every twelve years. They are due to bloom
in 2006. Munnar also has the highest peak in south India -- Anamudi. At
2695 metres its makes for some adventurous trekking.
Day 11: Munnar
Morning after breakfast at hotel, you will proceed for a full day local
tour of Munnar. Visit Pothanmedu for an excellent view of plantation,
Pallivasal , Nyayamakad water falls the visit Top station it is one of
the major attraction of Munnar it is 1700meters above sea level from hear
we get a panoramic view of Kodaikanal later visit Eravikulam - Rajamalai
Wild life sanctuary , Mudapetty Dam etc. In evening return back to hotel
for dinner and over night stay.
Day 12: Kumarakom
After breakfast drive to Kumarakom on the banks of Lake Vembanad and
hop on to a boat to Coconut Lagoon, an eco-friendly resort created out
of Old Keralan Homes called - Tharawad. Experience the demonstration of
"Conquering the Coconut" from plucking, de-husking, breaking,
grating & finally using the grated coconut. Sun set cruise on a Rice
Boat. Overnight will be at the hotel.
God's own country, Kerala, never ceases to thrill.
Come to the backwaters of Kumarakom and see for yourself what an unbelievably
beautiful paradise sits here among mangrove forests, emerald-green paddy
fields and coconut groves, alluring waterways and lily-dotted canals.
Situated on the Vembanad Lake, this is a small water world where you come
across Kerala's traditional country craft, boats and canoes which glide
in and out of the waterways. The resorts here offer comfortable accommodation
and leisure options like the traditional Kerala Ayurvedic massage, yoga,
and meditation, boating, fishing, angling and swimming.
Day 13: Backwater
After breakfast, take a cruise for a farm visit and if lucky, watch the
locals fishing. In mid afternoon, live hands on lessons on preparing few
Kerala Seafood dishes. Overnight will be at the house boat.
Day 14: Cochin
Today after a leisurely breakfast at hotel, you will be driven to Cochin,
on arrival in Cochin check-in at your pre-booked Deluxe / Luxury Hotel.
Stay overnight at Hotel.
Cochin set on a cluster of islands and narrow peninsulas,
the port city of Cochin (Kochi) (Queen of Arabia) reflects the eclecticism
of Kerala perfectly. With a rich past and a bustling present, it has been
the business hub of the region from the very early days after Alleppey
(Alappuzha).
Cochin consists of mainland Ernakulam, the islands of Willington, Bolgatty
and Gundu in the harbour, Fort Cochin and Mattancherry on the southern
peninsula, and Vypeen Island north of Fort Cochin, all was linked by ferry
but now some islands have bridges. The influence of Chinese, Jews, Arabs
and Europeans is evident in Cochin and its people. The oldest church in
India, 500-year-old Portuguese houses, and old tiled houses built in the
Chinese pagoda style, the famous Chinese fishing nets, a Jewish community
whose roots go back to the Diaspora, synagogues and mosques all tell the
fascinating story of this harbor town. The harbor is still at the heart
of the city and pepper, sea food, rubber and coir mats and matting are
exported from here. Despite this, Cochin is an attractive city with serene
creak & lagoons overhung with feathery coconut palms and picturesque
islands. The older parts of Fort Cochin and Mattanchery are an unlikely
blend of medieval Portugal, Holland and an English country village grafted
onto the tropical Malabar coast. Cochin is one of India's largest ports
and a major naval base.
Day 15: Cochin In time you will be transferred to the airport for board flight back
home.
The tour includes:
a) Accommodation in the prescribed category of hotels on twin sharing basis
with breakfast on regular basis.
b) A/c Transport of high standards with soft beverages and mineral water
served during drives with compliments.
c) Entrances at all the monuments and services of an excellent personal
guide at all the destinations.
d) Assistance upon arrival and departure by our skilled representatives
at all destinations.
e) Meals as prescribed
f) All internal flights and Train (1st Ac).
Exclusions:
a) International Flight From Your Country to India and Back.
b) Any tips for the porters, drivers or the tour guides.
c) Any drinks and beverages during the paid meals, if not specified.
