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Saturday, August 2, 2008

Yoga Tour in Kerala

Day 01: Arrival Cochin
Arrive Cochin and transfer to Hotel. On arrival at Kochi (Cochin), our assistants will meet you at the airport / railway station and help you in transfer to your hotel. Check in at the hotel. Relax for some time.

Kochi: it is the finest natural harbor made by a flood in AD 1341 due to which an estuary was opened up. Till then, it was a land locked region. It became the first European town-ship in India when the Portuguese settled here in the 15th century AD. Today, there are nearly thirteen communities living in the city.

In the afternoon, visit the Jewish Synagogue, Mattancherry Palace, Chinese Fishing Nets, Vasco Da Gama Square, Santa Cruz Basilica, St. Francis Church, VOC Gate and Bastion Bungalow. Overnight will be at Kochi.

Day 02: Cochin - Munnar
By Road: 150 km in 4 hr

Breakfast will be at hotel. Check out and proceed to Munnar.

Munnar: At an altitude of 1,600 m, Munnar is considered to be most attractive hill station in Kerala. Anamundi, the highest peak in south India rising to a height of 2695 m lies in Munnar. Munnar, which means the 'Three Rivers', lies on the confluence of the three mountain streams, namely, Muthirapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. On arrival at Munnar, check in at the hotel. The rest of the day is free for leisure. Overnight will be at Munnar.

Day 03: Munnar
Breakfast will be at hotel. Proceed for the sightseeing tour. Visit Raja Malai, a top peak of Munnar, Muttuputty Dam and the Indo-Swiss Project. You can also enjoy boating in the Lake. Overnight will be at Munnar.

Day 04: Munnar - Thekkady
By Road: 150 km in 4 hr

Breakfast will be at hotel. Check out and proceed for Thekkady.

Thekkady: A small town lying on the Western Ghats is abundant with high hills, sweet-smelling spice plantations and the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. On arrival at Thekkady, check in at the hotel. In the evening, visit the market at Kumily to buy the best spices. Overnight will be at Thekkady.

Day 05: Thekkady
Breakfast will be at hotel. Proceed for the sightseeing tour of Thekkady.

Visit the Periyar National Park to watch the rare species of plants and animals. In the afternoon, visit Spice Plantations of cardamom, cinnamon and pepper and Coffee and Tea Gardens. On the way back to your hotel, stop at the local market to pick up some fresh and fragrant spices. In the evening, enjoy a boat cruise at the lake watching wild animals and birds.

Overnight will be at Thekkady.

Day 06: Thekkady - Kumarakom
By Road: 175 km in 5 hr

Breakfast will be at hotel. Check out and proceed to Kumarakom.

Kumarakom: It is located on the Vembanad Lake is 10 km from Kottayam. The land at Kumarakom seems to be divided into a series of islands formed due to a comprehensive network of canals and lakes. You will soon realize that there is only one island formed because of the backwaters.

On arrival at Kumarakom, check in to the hotel. In the afternoon, enjoy Ayurveda Massages at the resort. Rest of the day is free at leisure. Overnight will be at Kumarakom.

Day 07: Kumarakom
Breakfast will be at hotel. Enjoy sightseeing tour of Kumarakom. Visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. Enjoy a calm cruise at the backwaters or Vembanad Lake. Attend Yoga Classes in the afternoon. Overnight will be at Kumarakom.

Day 08: Kumarakom - Kovalam
By Road: 120 km in 3 hr

Breakfast will be at hotel. Check out and proceed to Kovalam.

Kovalam: Situated on the Malabar Coast along the shoreline of Kerala, Kovalam stands true to its meaning, a 'Grove of Coconuts'. Dotted by coconut palms, Kovalam has earned the reputation as the most favorite beaches in India.

On arrival at Kovalam, check in at the hotel. Relax for some time. Visit the beach in the evening. Spend some time practicing Meditation or Yoga at the resort. Overnight will be at resort in Kovalam.

Day 09: Kovalam
Breakfast will be at hotel. Participate in the Yoga and Meditation Classes. Evening is free for leisure. Spend the night at Kovalam.

Day 10: Departure Kovalam
Breakfast will be at hotel. Check out and transfer at leisure for train or flight to the next destination or home.

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