Duration : 14 Nights/ 15 Days
Destinations Covered : Cochin – Marari – Alappuzha – Thekkady – Thattekkad – Nattika - Wayanad - Bekel - Calicut - Mumbai
Day 01 :Arrive Cochin
On your arrival at Cochin airport, meet our representative who will receive you and transfer you to your reserved Hotel. Cochin known as the Queen of the Arabian Sea is the commercial capital of Kerala. It is famous for its beaches, Kathakali dances, churches, museums, backwaters, landscapes and snake boat races. Cochin has been blessed with one of the finest harbour in the world. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 02 : Cochin – Marari (60 Kms / 1 Hr)
This morning after breakfast leave for Cochin sightseeing. Start the tour with Jewish Synagogue –a very old and must to visit sight followed by visit to Kochi Fort and Dutch Palace – which holds many antique pieces of the Portuguese time. Also visit St. Francis Church – one of the oldest church in India. Evening enjoy leisure time at Kochi Beach to watch Chinese fishing net. If time permits visit Wallingdon Island and enjoy the magnificent view. Further drive towards Marari Beach. Arrive Marari and check into the pre booked hotel for overnight stay.
Day 03 : Marari
Marari is endlessly covered with golden shining sand which will entice you to reach the beach as soon as possible. After breakfast take a leisurely walk around the beach. The beach offers a wide range of activities like swimming, surfing and sun bathing. You can also try mouth watering fresh sea food. If you are lucky enough you may get the opportunity to play with dolphins. Enjoy the warmth of the beach to its fullest and also enjoy the scenic beauty during sun set which is very rare and unique at Marari Beach. Overnight in the hotel at Marari.
Day 04 :Marari – Alappuzha (11 Kms / 20 mins.)
Today morning after a relaxed breakfast head for the next destination – Alappuzha. Alappuzha with a great picturesque view is popularly known as ‘Venice of the East’. Alappuzha is also a starting point for your backwater activity. Embark the house boat and be ready for the evelasting experience. Night stay at the house boat.
Day 05 :Alappuzha – Thekkady (145 kms / 04 hrs drive)
Disembark the Houseboat at Alleppey and drive towards Thekkady. The best chances of viewing Wildlife especially that of the herds of elephants are quiet frequent during boat rides on the Periyar Lake. The magnificent view will hypnotize you for long and you will enjoy the pleasant natural settings. Overnight stay in the hotel booked for you.
Day 06 : Thekkady
Early morning after a relaxed and leisurely breakfast, enjoy being in the nature’s lap. Visit the artificial lake which has all the charm to attract tourists towards it. Enjoy the day to its fullest and have a soothing sleep at the hotel in Thekkady.
Day 07 : Thekkady – Thattekkad (150 Kms / 4 Hrs)
After having breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive towards Thattekkad. Arrive Thattekkad and check in the designated hotel for you. Get freshen up and head for the sight seeing of Thattekkad. The most attractive sight in Thattekkad is the Thattekkad Bird Sanctuary that offers a wide range of migratory birds to satisfy the thirst of nature lovers. Overnight stay at hotel in Thattekkad.
Day 08 :Thattekkad – Nattika (100 Kms / 3 Hrs)
On 8th day of your Kerala Beaches and Forests tour move towards the next destination i.e. Nattika. Visit one of the holy place for Hindus that is Shree Rama Temple and the 300 year old Mosque. Nattika beach will offer you a picturesque view with an option of fishing. Explore the local near by area and people. Overnight stay at hotel in Nattika.
Day 09 :Nattika
After breakfast take a short drive to Irinjalakuda to visit the bell metal workshop (subject to permission) and later in the afternoon enjoy a half day visit to Guruvayoor temple (non Hindus are not allowed) and the nearby Punnathoor Kota, where the elephants of Guruvayoor temple are camped. Evening free at leisure. Overnight stay at hotel in Nattika.
Day 10 :Nattika – Wayanad (200 Kms/ 5 Hrs)
After breakfast drive towards Wayanad which is at an altitude of 700 - 2100 m above sea level. Arrive Wayanad and check into your pre booked hotel. Get freshen up and enjoy the natural environment of Wayanad. Wayanad located on the western ghats of Kerala is a lovely hill station and offers a wide range of trekking opportunities, plantation visits and wildlife tours. Enjoy an evening jeep safari to the Wayanad Wild Life Sanctuary. Overnight stay in the hotel at Wayanad.
Day 11 : Wayanad
This morning after breakfast start for the sightseeing of Wayanad which holds the fast-flowing Rivers like Panamaram, Mananthavady and Kalindy, which in turn all together adds to the beauty of Wayanad. Sightseeing attractions in Wayanad include Lakkidi – considered to be the entry point of Wayanad and known to receive the highest rainfall, the next attraction adjacent to Lakkidi is Pookoda Lake – the adventurous destination in Wayanad, Kuruva Dweep Island – a unique picturesque tribal village to experience local life, Edakkal Cave – worth visiting for its pre historic carvings, paintings and wildlife. Overnight stay in hotel at Wayanad.
Day 12 :Wayanad – Bekel (245 Kms / 6 Hrs)
This morning proceed for Bekel which is located 16 kms from Kasaragod in North Kerala. Kasaragod is one of the picturesque district of Kerala, as it is the abode of eleven rivers out of forty four in whole Kerala. It is renowned as the land of Gods, beaches, forts, rivers and hills. On arrival in Bekel, check in hotel and get freshen up. Evening free at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel in Bekel
Day 13 : Bekel
Post-breakfast proceed for local sightseeing of Bekel. Visit Bekel Fort – it is one of the largest and best preserved forts in Kerala, Chandragiri Fort – a magnificent and attractive fort, Malik Deenar Mosque – a popular sight of Bekel, Kodi Cliffs, and Bekel Hole Aqua Park. Evening free for personal activity. Drive back to hotel for overnight stay.
Day 14 :Bekel – Calicut (175 Kms/ 4 Hrs)
After a leisurely breakfast at the beach sight in your hotel, drive towards Calicut. Arrive Calicut and check into your prebooked hotel and get freshen up. Later proceed for the sight seeing tour of Calicut and visit Kappad Beach – Well renowned for its moss-covered rock that extends into the sea. On the rocks nearby, there exists an ancient, 800 year old temple, where lot of devotees offers prayers every year. Next visit Beypore – Worth visiting for its port and beach, Beypore port is the oldest commercial port, Planetarium, CSI Church, Kozhikode Beach – an unexploited and pleasant beach and SM Street. Evening free at leisure and drive back to the hotel for night stay
Day 15 : Calicut – Mumbai & Depart Mumbai
Early morning depart to the airport with the assistance of the Max Holidays Representative to board a flight for Mumbai. On arrival at Mumbai airport you will be transferred to the international airport to board a flight for your onward journey/ Home.
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Basic Inclusions of the package :
- Assisted transfers from airport to hotel and back
- Accommodation in hotels (as per the category selected)
- Daily Breakfast Buffet
- City tour + Drives by private car
- An English / Language speaking well mannered guide during sightseeing trips
- All currently applicable taxes
Exclusions:
- Any meal unless mentioned above, personal expenses like telephone /laundry bills etc.
- Entrance fees and still camera or video camera charges at various monuments and museums.
- Tips and gratuities to drivers, guides, and bellboys at hotels
- Departure taxes or Visa handling fees (A Visa is required to visit India)
- Any International Air fare, Airports tax and travel insurance etc. and other services not specified above.
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions.
Remarks
» All prices quoted per person in INR. on twin sharing basis. Rates subject to change without notice Rates are applicable for a minimum of two (2) persons travelling at one time.
» Rates are applicable for Indian market only.
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