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12 Days
Mumbai/Trivandrum/Kovalam/Alleppey/Cochin/Periyar/Kumarakom
DAY 01 - MUMBAI
 On arrival our representative shall meet you at the airport to welcome you and transfer to hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 02 - MUMBAI
Today we shall take you for a full day city tour covering - Juhu Beach, Gateway of India, Prince of Wales Museum and later a half-day excursion to Elephanta caves. Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 03 - MUMBAI - TRIVANDRUM - KOVALAM
Today morning transfer to Airport for flight to Trivandrum. On arrival we shall straightaway drive you to Kovalam. On arrival in Kovalam check in into Ayurvedic Resort - Somatheeram Ayurvedic Resort.
Somatheeram is a perfect hide way, far from mass tourism. The pristine charms of nature in its primordial best wedded to the elegance of a resort - Somatheeram is a fascinating haunt.
Somatheeram has an exclusive Ayurveda centre, where several rejuvenating Therapies based on the Vedic science Ayurveda (5000 years old traditional indigenous body toning practice) are possible. Ayurvedic treatment with herbal preparations directed towards strengthening the immune system, preventing and curing diseases without any side effects.
Somatheeram is also known for its reputed Yoga centre where Yoga and meditation can be learned and practiced under the guidance of a Yoga Guru.
So here you have the package of a resort in which Ayurveda, Yoga centre, where Yoga and meditation can be learned and practiced under the guidance of a Yoga Guru.
So you have here the package of a resort in which Ayurveda, Yoga and beach are neatly wrapped up together. You can actually take a Yoga course here… or undergo a course of treatment in the 5000-year-old, traditional "Ayurveda" style of body and mind culture, under the supervision and guidance of qualified doctors and technicians.
Location
21 Kms from Trivandrum Airport / City and 09 Kms South of Kovalam.
Their Ayurvedic treatment is handled by well qualified, experienced doctors and personnel, is an added attraction of our resort. They have a Yoga and Meditation centre and an experienced Yoga instructor.
Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 04 - SOMATHEERAM AYURVEDIC RESORT
Relax and enjoy the facilities at the resort including private beach, yoga and massage, nature walks. Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 05 - SOMATHEERAM AYURVEDIC RESORT
Relax and enjoy the facilities at the resort including private beach, yoga, and massage, nature walks. Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 06 - KOVALAM - ALLEPPEY - BACKWATERS OF KERALA
From the resort drive to the pier to board a private rice boat from Alleppey and then cruise through the narrow canals and wide lakes enjoying the scenic natural beauty - coconut trees, rice patties, small villages. Meals and overnight stay at houseboat.
DAY 07 - BACKWATERS - ALLEPPEY - COCHIN
Morning relax on houseboat, after lunch drive to Cochin. On arrival in Cochin check in into hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 08 - COCHIN
 Today we shall take you for a full day city tour covering - Jewish Synagogue - Built in 1568, the 400-year-old synagogue in Cochin is the oldest in the Commonwealth. The interiors have exquisite hand painted Chinese tiles and Belgian Chandeliers. St. Francis Church - The first European church in India, Chinese Fishing Nets - The huge, elegant Chinese fishing nets, Dutch Palace - built by the Portuguese in 1557, later occupied by the Dutch and renovated. In the evening we shall take you for the Kathakali Dance show. Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 09 - COCHIN - PERIYAR
Getting to Periyar is as sublime as the destination itself. A scenic journey past mist capped mountains, spice plantations and open grasslands lined with spectacular water falls and delightful trekking trails form the access to your hideaway here. On arrival check into hotel, refresh yourself & be relaxed.
DAY 10 - PERIYAR
Tiger! Isn't the word exciting & horrifying too! Yes, it is. Today you might have an opportunity to meet the beast. Come! Let's pierce into the Den & go to Periyar Tiger Reserve. Trekking with a local guide familiarizes you to the rare birds, trees & flowers that are come across here. You can even set upon a walk through the plantations filled with the heady fragrance of fresh spice. A boat safari on the Periyar Lake extends a lifetime's chance to spot exotic wildlife in its natural habitat - like the eccentric bathing habits of the wild elephants that come down to the lake. Overnight hotel.
DAY 11 - PERIYAR - KUMARAKOM
Today ride into Kumarakom - the backwater country and then make yourself at home in its small-town hush. Feel at home!
DAY 12 - KUMARAKOM - COCHIN - MUMBAI / DEPARTURE
Today we shall drive you back to Cochin for flight to Mumbai for connecting
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