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Kerala Backwaters: The Kerala
Backwaters are a chain of brackish lagoons and lakes lying parallel to
the Arabian Sea coast known as the Malabar Coast of Kerala state in
southern India. The network includes five large lakes including
Ashtamudi Kayal and Vembanad Kayal linked by 1500 km of canals, both
manmade and natural, fed by 38 rivers, and extending virtually half the
length of Kerala state. Vembanad lake is the largest of the lakes,
covering an area of 200kms, and bordered by Alleppey - "Venice of the
East". Alleppey has a large network of canals that meander through the
town. The Vallam Kali (the Snake Boat Race) held every year in August is
a major attraction.
Feel completely relaxed as you enter a world of
serenity and natural beauty in Kerala. See the green countryside,
swaying palm trees, emerald rice fields and children waving from the
banks of the backwaters of Kerala, India, as you sail on traditional Ketuvalloms or Houseboats, on a Kerala backwaters.
As you float on a Kerala backwaters, the beauty of the serene waterways
and quaint inlets and creeks along the coast of Kerala will enchant you.
Experience an unforgettable journey, along the tranquil backwaters of
Kerala, India, with Kerala Backwaters.
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GLIMPSE OF KERALA - KERALA BACKWATERS
TOUR ITINERARY: |
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DAY 0 : Singapore - Cochin |
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Depart Singapore to Cochin by Silk
Air in the evening by MI 468 @ 2020, Arrive Cochin at 22:15 hrs.
Meet and Transfer to Hotel . Overnight Stay at Cochin. |
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DAY 1 :
Cochin - Munnar (130kms -4hrs) |
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After Breakfast, Proceed to Munnar,
called the king of the Western Ghats. Enroute you will drive
past Kerala villages that are lush green rainforests, and as we
step uphill you will witness the spice plantations of Rubber,
coffee, Avacado, Cardamon and Pepper and closer to Munnar you
will spot a number of tea estates, the largest of them owned by
the TATA group. Arrive and check-in to your hotel. Evening will
be free for strolling around. Overnight stay at Munnar. |
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DAY 2 :
Munnar |
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After Breakfast, proceed for local
sightseeing covering places, Mattupatti Dam, here optionally you
can take a boat ride on the lake. Then visit to Ervikulam
National Park, Eco point, Eravikulam National Park to view the
endangered Nilgiri Tahr, etc. evening visit to Pallivasal falls.
Overnight stay at Munnar. |
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DAY 3 :
Munnar - Thekkady |
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After Breakfast, proceed to
Thekkady which forms park of Idukki and Kumili Hills range, this
falls on the lower altitude which suits ideally for tea and
spice planations that you will witness enroute in plenty. Upon
arrival, check –in Hotel, Post Lunch visit to spice plantation
and at sunset you will proceed on a boat safari to view the
animals that would come to quench their thirst. Return to Hotel.
Overnight Stay at Thekkady |
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DAY 4 :
Thekkady - Alleppey |
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B/Fast and proceed to Alleppey
called the Venice of East, that has a web of backawater canals
connecting the villages with Vembanad Lake and the Arabian sea.
Most of the Alleppey district are well connected with each other
by backwater canals locally called as Kayals. You will embark on
a houseboat which were originally rice carrying Kettuvallams,
now converted into luxury floating hotels. You will be served a
fresh tender coconut upon embarkation and after a homely local
lunch proceed on cruise in the backwaters travessing narrow
canals, witnessing the village life of backwater kerala. Evening
boat will drop anchor on the Vembanad Lake. Dinner and overnight
on board the houseboat. |
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DAY 5 :
Alleppey - Cohin |
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Morning after breakfast disembark
from the houseboat at the Nehru cup finishing point. Proceed to
Cochin, called as Kochi locally, the city famed as “Queen of the
Arabian Sea”, free for shopping and other activities. Evening
view a performance of Kathakalli dance depicting the ancient
epics. Overnight stay at Kochi. |
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DAY 6 :
Cochin - Singapore |
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After Breakfast, Visit the
Mattancherry Palace that was gifted by the Dutch to the local
king at the time (Closed on Friday), Jewish synagogue (built
1568, Closed on Saturdays) which was revered by the local Jews
who were involved in the spice trade for over 400 years and most
have migrated to Israel towards the formation of their nation
state. In this synagogue the inscriptions of Old Testament in
Hebrew are preserved. Visit Fort Cochin, St. Francis Church
(built 1510), the Dutch Cemetery and view the operation of the
Chinese Fishing Nets. You will then embark on a harbour cruise
to view both sides namely the Kochi and Wellington Island (a man
made island that was created from the materials dredged while
deepening the Cochin Harbour. Drop at airport to connect flight
to Singapore. Overnight flight. |
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DAY 7 :
Singapore |
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Arrive in the morning to Singapore.
Happy tour
ends!!! |
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DAY 8 :
(Wed) Singapore (MOB) |
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Arrive Singapore at 1515 hrs. Happy
tour ends. |
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For more
details and bookings, Email us
at
info@millennium-tours.com |
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Extn. Lakshadweep Islands
DAY 6 :
Cochin - Agatti Island (B/D) |
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After Breakfast, Drop at airport to
connect flight to Agatti Island, On arrival Meet and Transfer to
Agatti Island beach resort, Free for Kayaking or snorkeling
optionally. Overnight Stay.
Agatti island is one of the most remotest Island towns of the
country which forms part of the Lakshadweep archipalego that
extends to Maldives in the south. The unique blend of people who
share both the culture of Kerala and the Arabian Middle east.
This beautiful virgin islands are untouched and finest coral
islands and beaches offers one a most tranquil experience ever. |
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DAY 7 :
Agatti Island (B/L/D) |
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After breakfast, full day excursion
to Bangaram, Tinakara, Pireli I and II.
These four uninhabited islands forms a trough with shallow
lagoon that appears totally transparent and you can walk across
the Tinakara, Pireli islands with water not exceeding your chest
even for children. |
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DAY 8 :
Agatti Island (B/L/D) |
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After Breakfast, full day free on
own, Overnight stay.
You can optionally visit the village or go on an excursion trip
to Kalpitty island or take a glass bottom trip or simply paddle
on kayaks in the lagoon. |
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DAY 9 :
Agatti Island - Cochin - Singapore (B) |
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After Breakfast, free on own till
departure. Drop at airport to connect flight to Cochin. Upon
arrival transfer to city for shopping. Late evening transfer to
International airport. Depart by night flight to Singapore |
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DAY 10 :
Singapore |
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Arrive Singapore with happy
memories of the trip to west coast of India. |
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For more
details and bookings, Email us
at
info@millennium-tours.com |
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