Ayurvedic and Wellness South India Tour
Itinerary Detail
Day 1 Arrive Mumbai
Arrive at Mumbai International airport, on arrival you will be met and transfer to the hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 2 Mumbai >Trivandrum (By Flight) [B]
IC 167 Dep 11:55 / Arr 13:50
Today morning after breakfast, transfer to Mumbai airport for flight to Trivandrum. Arrive Trivandrum and drive to Kovalam (20 kms). Arrive and check-in at the hotel. Overnight at Kovalam.
Day 3 to Day 8 Kovalam [B, L, D]
Enjoy the Ayurvedic treatment at the Somatheeram Resort. Also enjoy the beach. During this period you shall be served a special vegetarian meal.
Note: We shall be doing the Rejuvenation package.
Day 9 Kovalam > Varkala (60 Kms / 1.5 Hrs) [B]
Today morning after breakfast drive to Varkala. Arrive and check-in at hotel. Evening enjoy the beaches. Overnight at hotel.
Day 10 Varkala > Alleppey (110 Kms / 2.5 Hrs) [B/L/D]
After breakfast drive to Alleppey for the backwaters. Check-in in the houseboat. Overnight on Houseboat.
About Houseboat:
The spectacular beauty of Kerala's backwaters needs no introduction. The backwaters is an elaborate chain of lagoons, lakes & rivers, spread like a necklace through central Kerala and found nowhere else in the world. So the cruise offers excellent opportunity to see the lifestyles of local people living along the large sections of the backwaters of Kerala.
The Kettuvallam (House Boat in Kerala) is a large floating structure with high loading carrying capacity was a part of Kerala's culture and heritage over the past years. Houseboats could sail harnessing wild energy. A journey through the lagoon is interesting, passing through sleepy villages, busy boat jetties and vibrant celebrations. The boat glides across the shimmering blue waters with gorgeous green and fringed edges.
Day 11 Alleppey > Thekkady (170 Kms/ 4 Hrs) [B]
Today morning after breakfast drive to Thekkady. Arrive and check-in at the hotel.
Day 12 Thekkady [B]
Day for the local sight seeing and visit to Periyar Sanctuary and spice plantation market.
Day 13 Thekkady > Cochin (190 Kms/ 5 Hrs) [B]
Morning for the local sight seeing and afternoon drive to Cochin. Arrive and check-in at the hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 14 Cochin > Lakshadweep (By Flight) [B, L, D]
IC 502 Cochin (09:15) / Lakshdweep (10.50)
Transfer to the airport for the flight to Lakshadweep. Arrive and transfer to the hotel in a boat (8 kms from airport). Arrive and check-in at Bangaran Island Resort.
About Lakshadweep:
Lakshadweep is one of the world’s most spectacular tropical island systems. Thirty- two sq. km of land spread over 36 islands surrounded by 4200 sq. km of lagoon rich in marine wealth.
Location: 8° and 12° North Latitude and 71° and 74° East Longitude. It is 220 to 440 km off the Malabar Coast in Kerala, India.
Climate: Tropical. 27° C - 32° C
About Bangaram Island:
Living in an uninhabited Island! The very idea unfurls several romantic thoughts. Bangaram is an island that does justice to all that romantic imaginations. This teardrop shaped piece of land is encircled by creamy sand. Even in the hottest part of the day, you won’t feel the heat as luxuriant coconut trees shade you from Sun’s rays. For a perfect outing, there are three uninhabited islands in the same atoll, Tinnakara, Parali-I and Parali-II. The deep, warm, clear waters of Indian Ocean with its myriad flora and fauna are an irresistible invitation to the scuba diving fraternity of the world. The exquisite coral formation including the black coral formations, the variety and number of coral fishes - the angel, the clown, the butterfly etc.
Day 15 to Day 20 Lakshdweep [B, L, D]
Day at leisure and enjoy activities at the hotel.
Day 21 Lakshdweep > Cochin > Mumbai (By Flight) [B]
IT 2454 Agatti (14.40) > Cochin (16.00)
G8 452 Cochin (19.25) > Mumbai (21.10)
Morning transfer to the airport for the flight to Cochin. We take onward flight to Mumbai. Arrive Mumbai and transfer to your hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 22 Mumbai [B]
Day for local sight seeing including Gateway of India, Hanging Garden, Victoria Terminus. Evening transfer to the airport for the international flight.
Inclusions :
• Accommodation on double / twin sharing basis
• All road transfers within and between cities based on the itinerary using AC Toyota Innova car
• Driver allowances
• Includes breakfast
• Toll Tax and Parking
• Special Ayurvedic meals at Somatheeram Resort, all meals at houseboat and Bangaram Island Resort
• Only arrival & departure transfers at Kovalam & Lakshadweep
• Spice Plantation Tour and Safari Boat ride at Lake Periyar with Sanctuary visit
Exclusions :
• Any kind of personal expenses such as tips, laundry, telephone bills and alcoholic beverages.
• Any thing not specified in the itinerary.
• Camera fees (still or movie)
• Entrance / administrative fees
• Insurance Cover
• Unspecified meal etc.
• Any additional expenses due to circumstances, weather, sickness, natural disasters, riots etc.
• Any air fare (Domestic / International)
These trips are priced assuming two travelers. Surcharges for solo travelers and discounts for groups, if any, will be applied. Prices assume itinerary is purchased "as is". Minor changes to hotels or hotel add-ons to the beginning or the end of the existing itinerary can be made at no extra charge.
All prices do not include international airfare, unless otherwise noted.
Prices displayed are based on the lowest season base price and assume double occupancy. Cancellation penalties, blackout dates and other restrictions may apply.
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Legend
B: Breakfast
L: Lunch
D: Dinner
ER: Elephant Ride
CR: Camel Ride
BR: Boat Ride
JS: Jungle Safari
CS: Camel Safari
HS: Horse Safari
VS: Village Safari
GD: Gala Dinner
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