Duration: 7 Nights / 8 Days
Destinations:
Kottayam - Munnar - Kovalam
Coconut HolidayKerala is Gods Own
Country, with serene beaches fringed by long shorelines. Relax at verdant
hill stations and trail down tranquil stretches of the emerald backwaters in
a "Kettuvallam". See the exotic wildlife, sprawling plantations
and paddy fields. Then, pamper yourselves with the ultimate ayurvedic
massages. A land of magical festivals, historic and cultural monuments and
exotic cuisine, Kerala is sure to steal your heart away on your honeymoon.
Day
1 Cochin On arrival at Cochin International Airport/Railway
Station, you are greeted and escorted to the historic Cochin Fort and hotel,
Brunton Boatyard. In Cochin, explore this ancient harbour, with its rich
colonial past. Explore the old spice market at Mattancherry, the antique
shop on Jews street, the Synagogue, the Dutch palace and of course,
the famous Chinese fishing nets followed by harbour cruise. Overnight at
Brunton Boatyard.
Day 2 Cochin - PeriyarTravel
through winding hill roads with plantations of rubber, spice and tea.
Enroute stopover for lunch at the Plantation House. After checking in at
Spice Village the afternoon is reserved for a boat safari in the Periyar
Sanctuary. Engage in activities like Cooking demonstration and cultural
programme followed by dinner. Overnight at Spice Village.
Day
3 Periyar Early mornings are the best time for sightings and
you can expect to spot herds of elephants, bison, deer and spectacular bird
life. A trip to Periyar is not complete without visiting the spice
plantations. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight at Spice Village.
Day
4 Periyar Kumarakom After your breakfast, drive down the
coast of Kumarakom on the banks of lake Vembanad. Hop on to a boat to
Coconut Lagoon, an eco-friendly resort created from restored heritage homes,
set in a web of canals on the banks of the Kavanar river. In the evening,
take a sun-set cruise on the lake, in a rice boat accompanied by melodious
music from a flute. After the cruise learn to cook some authentic Keralan
dishes in the cooking demonstration class organized by a chef. See some
traditional art forms of Kerala followed by dinner. Overnight at Coconut
Lagoon.
Day 5 KumarakomWake up with the
chirping sound of the birds from the nearby bird sanctuary and take a
rejuvenating yoga session. After breakfast, trek to the bird sanctuary
accompanied by a Naturalist Visit the Village close by. Return to the resort
for lunch. Spend the afternoon at leisure. In the evening engage in yet
another session of cooking demonstration and cultural show. Dinner and
overnight at Coconut Lagoon.
Day
6 Kumarakom - MarariAfter breakfast enjoy another session of Yoga.
Transfer by boat to Marari Beach and check-in to an independent villa there.
The calm and serenity at Marari Beach resort allows you to distress
completely from the bustle of the city life. After lunch in the restaurant,
relax at the Coconut grove. In the evening, listen to good music and take
cooking classes followed by dinner. Overnight at the Marari Beach.
Day
7 MarariAfter breakfast, explore the area and its fishing villages
nearby on a bicycle or take a dip in the sea. Post lunch, spend the
afternoon at leisure. Dinner and overnight at the Marari Beach.
Day
8 Marari Airport After breakfast, drive back to Cochin
International Airport/Railway Station.
Includes
: Rates on full board basis including tax.
All
transfers by A/c superior cars. (Baleno, Lancer.etc)
Welcome
drink at each property.
Special floral decoration in room at
each property.
Only deluxe / private pool rooms at each
property.
Special honeymoon gift from CGH Earth.
Extra night rate on pro-rata basis.
Excludes :
Accommodation in Water Villa Cottage for 2 nights/ 3 days.
Complimentary up gradation to a higher category room (on availability).
Special welcome drink on arrival.
Cookies & fruit
basket in the room on arrival day.
Daily breakfast and dinner.
To and fro transfers to the main land (Lake Palace Jetty).
Speed
boat cruise once during the stay.
10% discount on Ayurvedic
massage.
Use of pool table for half an hour.
Complimentary use of inhouse facilities like health club, swimming
pool, paddle boats, rowing boats, bicycles, games etc.
All taxes
included.