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Package Overview

Backwaters are considered as the backbone of tourism in Kerala. The backwaters of Kerala are a chain of canals, 44 rivulets, lagoons and lakes extending up to 1500 kilometers. The 20 day long ‘Beautiful Nest and Backwater Tour’ has been designed to let you explore the backwater heaven of Kerala - Alleppey, Kumarakom and Kottayam. Also included in this itinerary is the visits to wildlife sanctuaries, forts, palaces and churches.

Trip Highlights
Relax on the golden sands of the Kovalam Beach
Visit to the Padmanabhapuram Palace and Archaeological Museum
Sightseeing tour of Cochin- St. Francis Church, Jewish Synagogue and Dutch Palace
Sightseeing tour of Calicut- The Art Gallery, Pazhassiraja Museum and Krishna Art Museum
Backwater Cruise in Alleppey
Bird Watching in Kumarakom

Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Mumbai (Arrival)

  Upon arrival in Mumbai, you will be transferred to the hotel pre-decided for your stay. Stay overnight in the hotel.

  • Themes Sightseeing
• Day 2 : Mumbai (sightseeing)

  Today, embark on a sightseeing tour of Mumbai which include Juhu Beach, Elephanta Caves and Gateway of India. Stay overnight in the hotel.

  • Hotspots Gateway of India, Elephanta Caves, Juhu Beach
  • Themes Caving, Beaches Sightseeing
• Day 3 : Mumbai/Trivandrum (Arrival) - Kovalam

  Today drop to the airport to board the flight for Trivandrum. Upon arrival at the Trivandrum Airport, you will be transferred to the hotel in Kovalam. Thereafter, relax on the golden sands of Kovalam beach. There is also a choice of getting indulged in Ayurvedic herbal massage. Stay overnight in the hotel.

  • Hotspots Kovalam, Kovalam Beach
  • Themes Beaches Sightseeing
• Day 4 : Kovalam - Cape Comorin - Kovalam

  Today, in the morning, leave by road for Cape Comorin. Here you will be visiting Padmanabhapuram Palace & Archaeological Museum. In the evening, return back to the hotel for overnight stay in Kovalam.

  • Hotspots Kovalam
  • Themes Museums
• Day 5 : Kovalam - Varkala

  Post breakfast in the morning, proceed towards Varkala, one of the most scenic beaches of India. Here you have an option to go for an Ayurvedic massage. Overnight stay in the hotel.

  • Themes Beaches Sightseeing
• Day 6 : Varkala - Kumarakom

  Today, drive to Kollam to board a luxury cruiser/speedboat and ride into Kumarakom for a backwater cruise. Overnight stay at the hotel.

  • Themes Boat Cruise
• Day 7 : Kumarakom

  Gliding on the scenic backwaters of Kumarakom, your houseboat will enter into Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. Besides bird watching, you can indulge in adventurous water sports such as water skiing and wind-sailing or board a canoe to sail over the tranquil lakes. Stay overnight in the hotel.

  • Hotspots Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
  • Themes House Boat
• Day 8 : Kumarakom - Periyar

  Today, in the morning, leave by road for Periyar, famous for its spice plantations. It is a scenic journey through mist capped mountains, spice plantations, waterfalls and trekking trails. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel to relax. Stay overnight in the hotel.

  • Themes Sightseeing
• Day 9 : Periyar

  The day 7 is scheduled with a visit to the Periyar Tiger Reserve and if you are lucky enough, you might spot the wild beast prowling in his territory. Enjoy a guided trek in this wildlife sanctuary and spot a variety of rare birds, wild animals and trees & flowers. A boat safari on the Periyar Lake will give you an opportunity the exotic wild species in their natural turf. Stay overnight in the hotel.

  • Themes Boat Safari
• Day 10 : Periyar - Kottayam - Backwater Tour

  In the morning, leave by road for Kottayam, where you will board the traditional houseboat, also known as Kettuvallam, and start you 2 nights backwater cruise that will end on day 12 at Alleppey.

  • Themes House Boat
• Day 11 : Periyar - Kottayam - Backwater Tour

  In the morning, leave by road for Kottayam, where you will board the traditional houseboat, also known as Kettuvallam, and start you 2 nights backwater cruise that will end on day 12 at Alleppey.

  • Themes House Boat
• Day 12 : Alleppey - Cochin

  Today, drive to Cochin from Alleppey and check into the hotel. In the afternoon, embark on a sightseeing tour of Cochin covering St. Francis Church, Jewish Synagogue and Dutch Palace. In the evening, take delight in the Kathakali dance show. Stay overnight in the hotel.

  • Hotspots Jewish Synagogue, St. Francis Church, Kathakali, Dutch Palace
  • Themes Sightseeing
• Day 13 : Cochin - Calicut

  In the morning, leave by road for Calicut. Upon arrival, check into the hotel. In the afternoon, embark on a sightseeing tour of Calicut covering The Art Gallery, Pazhassiraja Museum and Krishna Art Museum. Stay overnight in the hotel.

  • Themes Museums
• Day 14 : Calicut - Treehouse

  Today, leave by road for Vythiri. From here onwards, you will board a cane elevator to reach the Treehouse. Check in at the beautiful accommodation on Tree House to relax.

  • Themes Sightseeing
• Day 15 : Treehouse

  The day is free for you to explore the surrounding region. Stay overnight in the hotel.

  • Themes Sightseeing
• Day 16 : Treehouse - Ooty

  In the morning, drive towards Ooty. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel for overnight stay.

  • Themes Sightseeing
• Day 17 : Ooty

  The day is free to explore the natural surroundings. Stay overnight in the hotel.

  • Themes Sightseeing
• Day 18 : Ooty - Mysore

  In the morning, hit the road to Mysore. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel. In the afternoon, embark on a sightseeing tour of Mysore. Stay overnight in the hotel.

  • Hotspots Mysore
  • Themes Sightseeing
• Day 19 : Mysore - Bangalore

  In the morning, embark on a sightseeing tour of Mysore and then drive to Bangalore. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel for overnight stay.

  • Hotspots Mysore
  • Themes Sightseeing
• Day 20 : Bangalore - Mumbai - Departure

  In the morning, embark on a sightseeing tour of Bangalore and later depart for airport to board flight for Mumbai. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to the international airport in Mumbai to board flight back home.

  • Themes Sightseeing

Inclusions

• CP (Room + Breakfast)

Package Start From

• Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Asia

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