(Goa + Mumbai + Kerala) Mumbai – Goa – Cochin – Munnar – Thekkady – Kumarakom – Alleppey – Cochin Tour Package

ABOUT DESTINATION

Mumbai – Is the eastern equivalent of New York City and Los Angeles. Mumbai is a financial and entertainment (Bollywood) capital of the country. Places of interest include Haji Ali Dargah situated about 500 yards from the shoreline in the middle of the Arabian Sea. Along with being a religious place, it is a great attraction for tourists; more than ten thousand people of all religions visit the place every day. Gateway of India, The Bandra-Worli Sea Link, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, a humongous architectural stone structure built by the British more than 200 years ago, Downtown Mumbai - reminiscent of the 19th century British architecture. Girgaon Chowpati Beach, Madh island Beach and other Beaches towards the south of Mumbai. Elephanta Caves, carved out of a giant stone on an island are a short ferry away into the Arabian sea. Due to its cosmopolitan nature, Mumbai has proven a popular tourism destination most often visited by Indians.

Goa – The state of Goa, in India, is famous for its beaches and places of worship, and tourism is its primary industry. Tourism is generally focused on the coastal areas of Goa, with decreased tourist activity inland. Foreign tourists, mostly from Europe, arrive in Goa in winter whilst the summer and monsoon seasons see a large number of Indian tourists. Goa presents a somewhat different representation of the country to foreign visitors. Major tourist attractions include Bom Jesus Basilica, Fort Aguada, a wax museum on Indian culture and a heritage museum. The Churches and Convents of Goa have been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Goa's beaches cover about 125 Km of its coastline. These beaches are divided into North and South Goa. North Goa is more commercial and touristy with an abundance of mostly low and medium budget tourist accommodations; whereas South Goa is where most higher–end hotels and private beaches are located. A notable exception in South Goa is Palolem Beach which features basic accommodation and is one of the most visited beaches in Goa. Goa is also famous tourist destination for water sports and adventure activities such as Para-Sailing, Toboggan Ski Biscuit, Yachting, Sport Fishing, Swimming, Snorkeling and Harpoon fishing.

Kochi (also known as Cochin) is a city in southwest India's coastal Kerala state. Kochi also known as the “Queen of the Arabian Sea” was an important spice trading centre on the west coast of India from the 14th century onward. It has been a port since 1341, when a flood carved out its harbor and opened it to Arab, Chinese and European merchants. Sites reflecting those influences include Fort Kochi, a settlement with tiled colonial bungalows and diverse houses of worship. Cantilevered Chinese fishing nets, typical of Kochi, have been in use for centuries.

Munnar is situated at the confluence of three mountain streams – Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala at height of 1,600 Meters above from sea level. Munnar is a town in the Western Ghats mountain range in Idukki district of Kerala state. A hill station and former resort for the British Raj elite, it's surrounded by rolling hills dotted with tea plantations established in the late 19th century. Eravikulam National Park, a habitat for the endangered mountain goat Nilgiri tahr, is home to the Lakkam Waterfalls, hiking trails and 2,695m-tall Anamudi Peak.

Thekkady is the location of the Periyar National Park, which is an important tourist attraction in the Kerala state of India. It is home to herds of Elephants, Sambar, Tigers, Gaur, Lion-Tailed macaques and Nilgiri Langurs. Thekkady is also considered as a heaven for natural spices such as black pepper, cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg, nut mace, ginger and clove.

Kumarakom – Is a village on Vembanad Lake in the backwaters and it is popular tourist destination of Kerala, southern India. It’s laced with canals, where houseboats ply the waters. Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary is home to many species including cuckoos and Siberian storks. Nearby, the Bay Island Driftwood Museum displays wooden sculptures. In the lake, Pathiramanal Island is a haven for rare migratory birds. Ancient Thazhathangady Mosque is east of Kumarakom.

Alleppey or Alappuzha – It’s known as the 'Venice of the East' for its similarity to the Italian city. It is a city on the Laccadive Sea in the southern Indian state of Kerala. It's best known for houseboat cruises along the rustic Kerala backwaters, a network of tranquil canals and lagoons. Alappuzha Beach is the site of the 19th-century Alappuzha Lighthouse. The city's Mullakkal Temple features a traditional design. Punnamada Lake's snake boat races are a well known annual event.

Tour Code : WHHI/GOA/KRL 012

Tour Duration : 10 Nights / 11 Days

Places to visit : Mumbai – Goa – Cochin – Munnar – Thekkady – Kumarakom – Alleppey – Cochin

GOA + MUMBAI + KERALA

Mumbai - Goa - Cochin - Munnar - Thekkady/Periyar - Kumarakom - Alleppey - Cochin

Day 01: Arrival at Mumbai

Arrive at Mumbai, our representative will pick you from Mumbai Airport/Railway station and will transfer to your pre booked hotel. After refresh free for your own activities or visit to ”City of Dream” by your own. Later return back to hotel and overnight stay at Mumbai hotel.

Day 02: Mumbai Sightseeing Tour – Elephanta Caves Tour

After breakfast, proceed for Elephanta sightseeing tour and drive to Gate of India and visit to Gate of India, later take boat (Ferry) from here to visit Elephanta Caves – Elephanta Caves are a network of sculpted caves located on Elephanta Island or Gharapuri in Mumbai Harbour, 10 Km to the east of the city of Mumbai. After sightseeing tour of Elephanta, return back to Mumbai and overnight stay at Mumbai hotel.

Day 03: Mumbai – Goa (Travel by Air)

After breakfast check out from Mumbai hotel and transfer to Mumbai Airport to board the flight to Goa. Arrive at Goa, pick up from Goa Airport and transfer to your pre booked hotel. Goa is famous tourist destination for water sports and adventure activities such as Para-Sailing, Toboggan Ski Biscuit, Yachting, Sport Fishing, Swimming, Snorkeling, Harpoon Fishing and its Churches. After refresh rest of the day is relaxed on the shore of beach. Evening free to enjoy Goan Carnival Theme and join a traditional carnival, which is a part of rich Portuguese Heritage of Goa. After refresh, you can go to Calangute Beach – Calangute beach is known as “Queen of Beaches” as it is the most beautiful beach of Goa. Calangute is a town in North Goa, famous for its beach. The beach is the largest in North Goa and visited by thousands of domestic and international tourists alike. The beach offers water sport activities like parasailing and water skiing, among others. Baga Beach – This beach is famous for fishing. Later the day is free to relax alongside the Anjuna beach. In the evening, you can enjoy tasting a variety of Sea food Bar-Be-Cue on the beach. You can take pleasure of dinning under a light of the shining stars in the sky on succulent lobsters and taste various local sea food delicacies that together forms a part of a delightful Bar-Be-Cue set alongside the lovely stretch of the Goan beach. A local musician captures the magic of the moment on his guitar strings. Later return back to hotel and overnight stay at Goa hotel.

Day 04: North & South Goa Sightseeing Tour

After breakfast, proceed for full day sightseeing tour of North & South Goa and visit to famous tourist attraction of Goa such as Miramar Beach, Basilica of Bom Jesus, Dona Paula, Panjim Church, Palace of Arch Bishop (Drive Pass), Goa Science Center, Kala Academy, Bhagwan Mahavir Garden, Mandovi River (Drive Pass), Panjim Market, Casino Point, Goa State Museum, River Cruise Point, St. Catherine Chappel, ASI Museum, Se Cathedra, Arch of Vice Roy and St. Augustine Tower. In the evening you have an option to go fishing village. Fishing villages are part of rich cultural heritage of Goa. Created on hotel's ground, local Goan fishing village forms an ideal backdrop to make your evening more charming and romantic. In the villages, artists showcase their skills while the village dancers sing their local songs. Later return back to the hotel and overnight stay at Goa hotel.

Day 05: Goa – Cochin (Travel by Air)

After breakfast check out from Goa hotel and transfer to Goa Airport to board the flight to Cochin. On arrival at Cochin, pick up from Cochin Airport and transfer to your pre booked hotel. After refresh free for your own activities or explore local markets of Cochin and overnight stay at Cochin hotel.

Day 06: Cochin Sightseeing Tour – Munnar (130 Km) Travel time 3/4 hours (Approx)

After breakfast check out from Cochin hotel and proceed for sightseeing tour of Cochin and visit to Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue, St. Francis Church and Chinese Fishing Net. Afternoon sightseeing of Cochin, drive to Munnar en route visiting Tea Estates, Spice Plantation, Cheeyapara Water Fall, Valara Falls and Karadippara View Point. On arrival at Munnar, check in to hotel. After refresh free for your own activities and overnight stay at Munnar hotel.

Day 07: Munnar Local Sightseeing Tour

After breakfast, proceed for full day sightseeing tour of Munnar town and visit to Rose Garden, Mattupetty Lake & Dam, Eco Point, Kundala Dam, Munnar Tea Museum, Anamudi Peak. Later back to Munnar hotel, after lunch visit to Eravikulam National Park at Rajamalai – Eravikulam National Park is a 97 km national park located along the Western Ghats in the Idukki district of Kerala in India. Here you can watch the rare specious of Nilgiri Tahr and an exotic flora & fauna. Evening explore local market of Munnar and overnight stay at Munnar hotel.

Day 08: Munnar – Thekkady/Periyar (90 km) Travel time 3 hours (Approx)
After breakfast check out from Munnar hotel and drive to Thekkady. On arrival at Thekkady, check in to hotel. After refresh visit to The Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is spread across 777 Km, of which 360 km is thick evergreen forest. The wildlife sanctuary was declared a tiger reserve in 1978. The splendid artificial lake formed by the Mullaperiyar Dam across the Periyar River adds to the charm of the park. The greatest attractions of Periyar are the herds of wild elephants, deer and bison that come down to drink in the lake. You can also enjoy Boat Cruises on Periyar Lake, also visit plantation of cardamom, black pepper, tea and coffee, Elephant ride (At your own cost). Later come back to hotel and overnight stay at Thekkady hotel.

Day 09: Thekkady – Kumarakom (122 Km) Travel time 3 hours (Approx) 
After breakfast check out from Thekkady hotel and drive to Kumarakom. On arrival at Kumarakom, check in to hotel. After refresh visit to Vembanad Lake – Is at the heart of Kerala Backwaters tourism with hundreds of kettuvallams plied on it and numerous resorts on its banks. The Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary (also known as Vembanad Bird Sanctuary) – Is located on the east coast of the lake. The lake is a major tourist attraction. Set in the Kerala Backwaters the bird sanctuary is a favourite haunt of migratory birds. Later return back to hotel and overnight stay at Kumarakom hotel.

Day 10: Kumarakom – Alleppey/Alappuzha (48 Km) Travel time 1/2 hours (Approx) 
After breakfast check out from Kumarakom hotel and drive to Alleppey also know as Alappuzha. On arrival at Alleppey, check in to hotel/house boat. After refresh, proceed for sightseeing tour of Alleppey and visit to Ambalapura/Ambalappuzha Temple – Is a Hindu temple, dedicated to Lord Krishna. Karumadi Kuttan/Karumadikuttan – Is the statue of Lord Buddha, it is situated 5 km east of Ambalapuzha. Pathiramanal Island – Is a small island in Muhamma Panchayat of Alappuzha district. The name Pathiramanal means 'sands of night'. The scenic beauty of both sides of the lake as well as that of the island is mind blowing (Boat at your own cost). Krishapuram Palace - Is a palace and museum located in Kayamkulam near Alleppey/Alappuzha in Kerala. Alleppey Beach, enjoy sunset Cruise at Vembanadu Lake (At your own cost) and explore local market of Alleppey and overnight stay at Alleppey house boat.

Day 11: Alleppey – Cochin Departure (64 Km) Travel time 2 hours (Approx)

After breakfast check out from Alleppey hotel and drive to Cochin, on arrival at Cochin transfer to Cochin Airport/Railway station to board the flight/train for further journey back to home or onward destination.

 

Tour End...!!!!

But Sweet Memories Always Remain...!!!!

 

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