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Fascinating KeralaBY PRIVATE CARCochin, Alleppey, Kumarakom& MarariFeaturing: Houseboat Accommodations!7 Days / 6 Nights ❖ Daily ArrivalsArabianSeaCochin• •MarariKumarakom • •Alleppey<strong>India</strong>Bay <strong>of</strong> BengalTOUR INCLUDES• 5 Nights Deluxe & Superior First-Class Hotels• 1 Night in Houseboat (Not air-conditioned)• Breakfast Daily, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner• Sightseeing per Itinerary by air-conditioned Private Car with PrivateEnglish-Speaking Guide• All Transfers upon Arrival & Departure(B) Breakfast (L) Lunch (D) DinnerACCOMMODATIONSCity Nights Silver Plan Gold PlanCochin 2 Le Meridien Vivanta by Taj MalabarAlleppey 1 Houseboat HouseboatKumarakom 1 Vivanta by Taj – Kumarakom Coconut LagoonMarari 2 Marari Beach Resort Marari Beach ResortBlessed with a rich history, peaceful contacts with foreign traders,tropical landscapes <strong>of</strong> expansive backwaters and verdant hills,Kerala is one <strong>of</strong> <strong>India</strong>’s most contrasting states. Soak up the atmosphere<strong>of</strong> its old cities, once thriving centers <strong>of</strong> commerce. Drive throughexpanses dotted with churches and temples. Relax on palm-fringedbeaches and rejuvenate with Ayurveda treatments. Cruise thebackwaters on a traditional wooden barge (kettu vallam) enjoyingrural life and unspoiled nature. Discover unique cultural traditionsincluding the martial-art-influenced Kathakali dance, ancient ritualsand colorful festivals.ITINERARYDAY 1 | Arrive CochinArrive in Cochin; meeting and transfer to hotel.DAY 2 | CochinMorning tour <strong>of</strong> Cochin includes the Dutch Palace (closed Fri),Synagogue (closed Sat), St. Francis Church and Santa Cruz Basilica.After a coastal drive, arrive at Fort Kochi; walk through some <strong>of</strong>its historical buildings. Evening: Traditional Kathakali DancePerformance. (B)DAY 3 | Cochin / AlleppeyMorning transfer to Alleppey. Board a traditional Kerala houseboatfor an overnight cruise along the famed backwaters, viewing wildlifeand water birds. These slow moving boats and barges were once usedfor the transport <strong>of</strong> goods; today, they have been converted intoluxurious houseboats, with all the comforts <strong>of</strong> a good hotel includingmodern amenities, cozy rooms and balconies. Truly a uniqueexperience! (B.L.D)DAY 4 | Alleppey / KumarakomDisembark after breakfast in Kumarakom; transfer to your hotel. Therest <strong>of</strong> the day is at leisure. (B)DAY 5 | Kumarakom / MarariMorning drive to the fishing village <strong>of</strong> Marari, where life goes onmuch as it did a hundred years ago. Time to relax at one <strong>of</strong> the superbsand beaches backed by swaying palms – a relaxing and inspiringexperience. (B)DAY 6 | MarariDay at leisure to enjoy the local charm and traditional hospitality. (B)DAY 7 | Marari / Depart CochinTransfer to the airport; board the flight for your onward destination. (B)Coconut Lagoon Hotel in KeralaLAND PRICES PER PERSON* | IKMValid: Apr 16’11-Sep’12Silver Plan Gold PlanTwin Single Twin SingleApr 16-Sep’11 $825 $1605 $892 $1645Oct-Dec 19’11, Jan 11-Apr 15’12 1325 2555 1545 2905Apr 16-Sep’12 895 1745 975 1785* INTERNATIONAL AIRFARE IS NOT INCLUDED. PLEASE ASK ABOUT OUR INTERNATIONALECONOMY OR BUSINESS CLASS AIRFARE SPECIALS FROM THE U.S.Rates for Dec 20’11-Jan 10’12 upon request.Surcharge applies for Christmas/New Year period; please inquireVISA REQUIRED FOR INDIA (Please see details on page 54)DISCOVERY TOURS31
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