Holiday, Vacation and Tourism in Kerala, India

Originally posted 2009-11-05 13:13:27. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

Enjoy a relaxing and fun filled trip to Kerala, vibrant with natural beauty and rich in culture. Visit the laid back and serene town of Fort Cochin facing the beach front or watch the fishermen at work using the ancient Chinese Fishing Nets or stroll into the scented oil shops and saunter in the old Jew Town. Equally mesmerising are Munnar’s meandering roads and mist covered valleys and Kumarakom’s hypnotic backwaters bordering the beautiful country life. Come and experience the holiday bliss in God’s Own Country.

DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN COCHIN
Check into hotel and spend the evening at leisure. Overnight stay at hotel in Cochin.

DAY 2: COCHIN – MUNNAR (140 KMS/ 4 HOURS)
After breakfast, go on a sightseeing tour of Cochin that includes a visit to Fort Cochin, Santa Cruz Basilica, Dutch Palace at Mattancherry and the Chinese Fishing Nets. Proceed to Munnar after that. This hill station of Kerala is famous for its tea gardens and estates. Take a transfer to the hotel on arrival. Spend the evening at leisure and enjoy the picturesque landscapes. Overnight stay at hotel in Munnar.

DAY 3: MUNNAR
After breakfast, go on a sightseeing tour in and around Munnar. Enjoy panoramic views of Anaimudi, the highest peak of South India at 2695 metres from Munnar. Visit the Christ Church and go to the Eravikulam National Park (16 km) to spot wildlife. Continue to Rajamala Hills lying adjacent to the Park and stop by at Madupetty Dam, a famous picnic spot offering boating and horse riding facilities (on your own). Overnight stay at hotel in Munnar.

DAY 4: MUNNAR – KUMARAKOM (205 KMS / 5 – 6 HOURS)
After breakfast, drive to Kumarakom to enjoy the scenic backwaters of Kerala. Spend the evening at leisure and enjoy walks in the jade environs of the backwaters. Overnight stay at hotel in Kumarakom.

DAY 5: KUMARAKOM
Spend the day doing leisurely things. Enjoy a boat ride into the countryside, a visit to the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary and indulge in adventurous activities like water sports – water skiing or canoeing at the lake (on your own). Overnight stay at hotel in Kumarakom.

DAY 6: KUMARAKOM – COCHIN (105 KMS/ 3 HOURS)
After breakfast, take a transfer to Cochin to go to the airport and board the connecting flight for return journey.

Originally posted 2010-07-10 12:21:53. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

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La Exotica Homestay is situated at the most happening place of Varkala beach called “North Cliff”

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For Rates and Offers call:
Ambu Raja. RS
La Exotica Homestay
Helipad, North Cliff
Varkala Beach, Trivandrum
Kerala, India
Mob: 0091-9946042340 (Ambu Raja)
Ph: 0470-2608866 / 3294099 / 2603704

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Dreamplanet Travel & Tours Private Limited
1st Floor, Pallath Business Center,
Kurishupally Road, Ravipuram, Cochin – 682 015,
Kerala, India.

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For Booking Please contact
Mobile: +91 9539040906 (24 Hours)
Phone: +91 484 3927788 (10 am to 5 pm)
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Kerala Monsoon Offer @ Rs. 19,750/- Per Couple from Dreamplanet

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Tour Itinerary

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Day 1: Cochin (Queen of Arabian Sea).

Arrive Cochin – You are greeted on arrival in Cochin Airport / Railway Station by our representative and then transfer to Hotel / Resort for fresh up, after refreshing proceed for Cochin Sightseeing Visiting:

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Cochin Sightseeing

The Gateway to Kerala  an important spice-trading route on Arabian Sea where Vasco D Gama landed in 1498 and boasted that he had come for soul and spices. Cochin is virtually the spice capital of world from where Portuguese were exporting 10,000 kilo of spices to east-indies and other countries and has derived it name from Calico-the famous fabric manufactured in this town. Cochin also forms the part of emerald isle of India.

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Harbour Cruise of Cochin is very much popular. With one of the finest natural harbours in the world,  Cochin  was a major centre for commerce and trade with the British, Arabs, Chinese, Portuguese, and Dutch etc.

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Visiting the Dutch Palace – The place has a fine collection of mural paintings depicting the scenes from the Hindu epics Mahabharata & Ramayana, Jewish Synagogue – the oldest synagogue in the world is magnificently decorated by Chinese tiles and Belgian chandeliers, was built in 1568.

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St. Francis Church - is the oldest church built by Europeans in India & Huge, elegant Chinese fishing nets that line the tip of Fort Cochin .

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            Overnight stay at Cochin

Day 2: Cochin – Munnar -  (Tea Garden & Hill station). (approx 140 km/ 4 hours).

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0930 Hrs : Drive to Munnar – a beautiful hill station full of tea plantations and misty clouds on the way you come across Pothameadu View Point & Cheeyappara Waterfalls. Upon arrival in Munnar, check into the Hotel / Resort 

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1500 Hrs : Visit the tea plantations and explore the hill station in your own way.

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Overnight stay at Munnar

Day 3: Munnar

0930 hrs :  Morning  sightseeing tour of Munnar visiting Eravikulam National Park and Rajamala – home to endangered species of Nilgiri Thar (mountain goats), tea factory, Mattupetty dam (where speed boating can be done) and Echo – Point.

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                                                                                             Overnight stay at Munnar

Day 4: Munnar – Alleppey (Backwaters). (approx 200 kms/ 5 1/2 hours)

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0930 Hrs : Drive to Alleppey – a beautiful backwater destination, This is a perfect place to relax overlooking the calm and serene backwater.

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1230 hrs : Embark houseboat – The Kettuvallam – the typical House Boats. Houseboats are traditional country boats, which used to carry tons of cargo in the backwater region in ancient times, have now been converted with one or two bed rooms with attached bath, kitchenette and a sitting area. While your backwater cruising, you would enjoy the Chinese fishing nets, water lilies, lush paddy fields, coir villages, rustic homes, temples and coconut groves.                                                    

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                                                                                           Overnight stay at House Boat

(Kindly note the air-condition in the houseboat will be switched on from 9pm to 7am only)

Day 5 :  Cochin

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Next morning after breakfast checkout from the Houseboat. Time for a bit of shopping, then proceed to Cochin airport/ railway station for onward journey.

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Sapphire Holidays
Lekshmi Nivas Building,
Opposite Technopark Phase 3,
Thiruvananthapuram,
Kerala – 695 583 (INDIA)
Phone: +91 9037723700, +91 9745178600
Office : +91 471 3269520
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INDONESIA : +62 361 774973 / +62 361 7462122
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FINLAND : +358-44-0404060 , +358-44-2136607

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Sapphire Holidays is a Travel Management organization based in the capital city of Kerala, Trivandrum. Located in the capital city the company provides you with excellent opportunities and facilities to explore the majestic land of India.

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The company is supported by a wide network of associate offices throughout the world with its marketing teams at, Germany (Nordrhein – Westfalen), London, Indonesia (Bali) and Dubai.

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Taj Malabar, Cochin
Willingdon Island
Cochin – 682 009
Kerala, India
Tel: (91- 484) 6643000
Fax: (91- 484) 6643182

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Situated on Willingdon Island with a magnificent view of Cochin harbour, the Taj Malabar combines old-world elegance with modern day convenience. In its heritage wing, built in 1935, graceful Victorian interiors aptly reflect the inherent beauty of Cochin. Its tower wing houses newly renovated guestroom suites, each a delicate mix of the classic with the contemporary.

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Rooms and Suites at Taj Malabar

All guestrooms at Taj Malabar offer distinctive elegance and comfort

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Guest Amenities in all rooms
Include Wireless Internet connectivity, international direct dialing facility, electronic safe, mini bar, hair dryer and television with satellite programs. All rooms also offer mineral water, tea/coffee maker, and a fruit platter.

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Tower Wing Rooms
Inspired by local architecture, but infused with European elegance, these rooms offer breathtaking views of the waterfront with Chinese fishing nets or the harbour. Well equipped with all the above guest amenities.

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Heritage Wing Rooms
Have graceful Victorian interiors with arched pillars evoke understated luxury. Well equipped with all the above guest amenities.

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Executive Suite
These renovated suites incorporate a separate living room and bedroom with traditional carved ceiling. Luxuries include a grand 4-poster bed, marble-clad bathroom, a breakfast table in the balcony and a breathtaking view of the waters and the islands beyond.

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Deluxe Suite
Graceful Victorian interiors and generous spaces appointed with ethnic artifacts create a warm atmosphere. Includes a separate living room and bedroom, large king size bed, study area, dressing room, spacious bathroom, and a private terrace garden with a balcony overlooking the backwaters.

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