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| Cochin – Houseboat – Alleppey - Cochin |
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| Overview : |
A 5 Night 6 days Tour for those seeking discovery with a broad mix of diverse and rich Kerala Experiences. Tour includes: Vibrant Port Town, Cultural Dances, Houseboat Cruise, Beach Resort Stay and a complimentary Ayurveda massage. |
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| Day 01: Cochin |
On arrival to the Cochin International airport you will be met by Indian Voyages representative and transferred to your hotel. A port town since early centuries, Cochin, also known as the spice coast of India, attracted traders and invaders from the world over. Needless to say, Cochin offers you some fascinating snippets of history and culture. Relax and unwind at the hotel. In the evening enjoy a relaxing sunset cruise. Overnight at the hotel. |
| Day 02: Cochin |
Today you can opt to go on a sightseeing exploration tour of the many fascinating highlights of Cochin which include - The Jewish Synagogue in what is locally called the Jew Town, St. Francis Church which is the oldest European Church in India, the Santa Cruz Basilica built in 1557 by the Portuguese, the Dutch Palace, the Spice market and the 15th century Chinese fishing nets believed to have been brought by Chinese traders. In the evening, enjoy the famous dance drama of Kerala, the Kathakali. This dance is characterised by some great story telling, amazing costumes and extensive make-up. Overnight at the Hotel.
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| Day 03: Cochin – Alleppey Houseboat (In and around Alleppey Cruise) |
Morning proceed to the backwater place (02 hrs drive) which has a panoramic backwater stretches, lush paddy fields, highlands. On arrival check into a traditional Houseboat of Kerala Style and cruise through the backwaters. (Traditional Kerala food will be served). The houseboats are giant country Crafts, measuring up to 80 feet length. It looks great skill and meticulousness to construct these giants by tying huge planks of jack wood together, without the use of a single nail. Today these are the most exciting tourism product in India, which usually has one or two bath rooms, an open lounge, deck, kitchenette and crew comprising oarsmen and a cook. Overnight in Houseboat.
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| Day 04: Houseboat – Mararikulam (35kms/1hrs) |
Morning breakfast at houseboat and disembark in the morning after breakfast and drive to the picturesque fishermen's village of Mararikulam. Check into your resort. Tucked away inside quiet and lush coconut groves the resorts here are set by the pristine white sand beaches of the Marari and offer you unparalleled quiet in astoundingly beautiful settings. Marari has been inhabited by fishermen for millennia and here you will find the authenticity and the breathtaking natural surroundings have been preserved carefully. Day at leisure in the beach resort. Overnight at the resort. |
| Day 05: Mararikuklam |
Breakfast at hotel and the day at leisure on the beach. Bicycles can be organised for you so you can go biking along the beautiful coastal back roads of Marari. The area offers breathtaking views and one can bike through the beautiful fishermen's villages right up to the Arthumkal Church which is built by the sea. You could also choose to visit nearby Alleppey town and its bazaars and historical buildings. A visit to the coir factories around the village is also very interesting. Overnight at the resort. |
| Day 06: Mararikulam - Cochin –Departure (95kms/3hrs) |
After breakfast departure transfer to Cochin airport for return flight.
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