Kerala Luxury Tour

Duration: 07 Nights / 08 Days

Destinations Covered: Thiruvananthapuram-Poovar-Kovalam-Alleppey-Kumarakom-Cochin

On arrival at Thiruvananthapuram airport our representative having a placard displaying your name will meet you to pick you up and transfer to Poovar just 45 minutes drive from Thiruvananthapuram airport. Check in at Hotel Poover Island Resort in floating cottage. Poovar Island resort far away from the hustle and bustle of the city, hidden amidst swaying coconut palms, endless golden sands and lush vegetation. It is a place where nature is at her enchanting best; picture-perfect. Swaying coconut palms, endless golden sands, deep blue sea, emerald green backwaters, red-orange sunsets and verdant green vegetation. Nature has used all the colours of her palette to create this dreamscape around the Resort. Poovar Island Resort is a place to lose yourself and to reinvent the finest moments of life. An experience that is truly out of this world. Rest of the day is free at your leisure. In the evening enjoy a sunset cruise. Overnight at hotel Poovar Island Resort.

This Morning after breakfast you will take a full day city tour of Trivandrum. The Padmanabha Swamy Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu known for its mural paintings and stone carvings is among the 108 sacred Vishnu temples in India. Located near the Sree Padmanabha Swamy Temple is Kuthiramalika (Puthenmalika) Palace Museum. This rare specimen of workmanship in the traditional Travancore style of architecture has exquisite wood carvings. The palace museum displays paintings and various priceless collections of the royal family. Another important place to visit is the Napier Museum, built in the 19th century, the Indo - saracenic structure boasts a "natural" air conditioning system and houses a rare collection of archaeological and historic artifacts, bronze idols, ancient ornaments, a temple chariot and ivory carvings. Located near the Napier Museum is the Sree Chithra Art Gallery, this art gallery displays select paintings of Raja Ravi Varma, Svetlova and Nicholas Roerich and exquisite works from the Rajput, Mughal and Tanjore schools of art in India. The collection also includes paintings from China, Japan, Tibet and Bali. You can also visit Shankhumugham Beach: Just 8 km from the city, this is a favourite haunt of sunset watchers. Overnight at hotel Poovar Island Resort.

This Morning after breakfast you will be transferred to Kovalam and check in at hotel The Leela Kempinski Kovalam. Kovalam is known as the 'Paradise of the South'. The beauty and serenity of Kovalam with excellent accommodations, ayurvedic massage parlors, yoga centres and water sport facilities attract thousand of tourist from all over the world. The crescent-shaped beaches of Kovalam can be divided in three parts. The southern most and the most popular beach is the Lighthouse Beach. Further south on the beach you can have a spectacular view of the Vizhinzam mosque. The middle beach is called Hawah. Each morning this beach acts as a base for the local fisherman. The northern most beach, Samudra, is least affected of all by the changing times. It is dotted with few rudimentary wooden fishing vessels. The day at free at your leisure. Overnight stay at hotel The Leela Kempinski Kovalam.

This morning after breakfast indulge yourself in the beauty of the tiny beach. You can go for swimming and bathing at kovalam, it will be an exhilarating experience and if you go for snorkeling, you can get wonderful views of underwater coral reefs. Surfing is another water sport which you can enjoy in Kovalam. When you are in Kovalam do not forget to take an Ayouvedic Massage to refresh your body and soul. Overnight at hotel The Leela Kempinski Kovalam.

This morning after breakfast transfer to Alleppey popularly referred to as 'Venice of the East' and check-in to the traditional houseboat for Back water Cruise, which will be a unique experience in your life. No tourist can go away from Alappuzha without taking a cruise along the backwaters in a traditional houseboat. The houseboats complete with a well furnished bedrooms, a kitchen and a bathroom. There are drivers and a cook on board. On the houseboat you can observe the everyday life of locals, pick up toddy (a mild alcoholic drink made from coconut sap), dig into grilled prawns and indulge in bird watching. Enjoy dinner on board and overnight in the houseboat.

This morning after breakfast check-out from the houseboat and drive to Kumarakom located on the Southern coast of India enjoys a well-balanced tropical climate. Kumarakom is one of the 10 best preferred destinations in India for tourism. The village comprises of cluster of small islands on the famous lake called Vembanad Lake. Kumarakom is an enchanting backwater destination to visit After check in at hotel visit Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, the best time for this is between November and March, when a range of migratory birds from Siberia make it their winter home. Some of the species include the Snake bird Little Cormorant, Crow Pleasant, White-branded water Hen and Tree pie. Occasionally you can catch the native kingfishers setting the waters ablaze in a psychedelic flash of colours. The night herons, the Golden-backed woodpeckers are added delights. At the fourteen-acre bird sanctuary one can glimpse many a rare bird some of which, sadly, may not be around forever. Evening enjoy the sun set cruise thereafter return to hotel for overnight.

Kumarakom to Cochin & Half day City Tour of Kochi (70 Km, Travel time 1 Hrs 30 Minutes)

Today wake up early in the morning for the grandest show on earth. The sun breaks with a smile and stretches its arm across the river to wish you good morning. After breakfast transfer to Cochin. This afternoon take a half day city tour of Kochi. Your sightseeing will include Fort Kochi beach, Jewish Synagogue, Mattancherry Palace or 'Dutch Palace' & the Chinese Fishing Nets. The Chinese fishing nets found here are the only ones of its kind in India. Dutch Palace: The Dutch Palace was originally built by the Portugese. Later, in 17th century, the Dutch modified it and presented to the Raja (King) of Kochi. Coronation of many Kings of Kochi was held here. The place has a fine collection of mural paintings depicting the scenes from the Hindu epics Mahabharatha and Ramayana. Fort Kochi beach: A stroll along the beach, particularly at sunset with the Chinese fishing nets and sailing ships in the background, is a fine experience. Many European style bungalows can be seen along the shoreline. Jewish Synagogue: The synagogue, magnificently decorated by Chinese tiles and Belgian chandeliers, was built in 1568. Giant scrolls of the Old Testament can be found here. It is located near the Dutch Palace. In the evening enthrall yourself with a special presentation of the colorfully costumed Kathakali Dance Drama at a local theatre; thereafter return to hotel for overnight stay.

This Morning after breakfast you will be transferred to Cochin airport to take your onward flight.

Your Tour Includes:

• 02 Nights accommodation in Hotel Poovar Island Beach Resort in a floating cottage.
• 02 Nights accommodation in Hotel The Leela Kempinski Kovalam in a club room.
• 01 Night accommodation in Luxury traditional houseboat Spice Coast Cruise from Casino Group of Hotels with all meals.
• 01 Nights accommodation in Hotel Kumarakom Lake Resort in Meandering Pool Villas.
• 01 Nights accommodation in Hotel Brunton Boat Yard in a Harbour view room.
• Daily buffet breakfast.
• All arrival, departure, sightseeing's as per above itinerary by Luxury air conditioned Innova car with English speaking driver. (Including fuel, parking, road tax, toll tax, state taxes, vehicles insurance and driver's expenses.)
• Sunset cruise in Poovar Kathakali dance show tickets.
• All applicable hotel & transport taxes.
• Government services tax of 21.58%.

Your Tour Does Not Includes:

• Any meals other than those specified.
• Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor etc.
• Entrance fees during sightseeing.
• Any other item not specified.
• International airfare.

Terms & conditions:

• The hotels and services mentioned in the itinerary are subject to confirmation.
• The rates give below may change in case of change in hotels, transport rates or Government taxes.

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