Duration : 15 Nights / 16 Days
Destinations : Mumbai - Goa - Cochin - Keraleeyam - Cochin - Bangalore - Shravanbelgola - Hassan - Mysore - Bangalore - Mumbai
Romancing the wild, frolicking in the beach, pampering yourself, experiencing traditional art forms of Kerala and Kerala Darsanam (visit to a living Kerala village)- it's all there in Keraleeyam magic.
Day 01: Arrive Mumbai
On arrival at Mumbai, you will be received by our representative and transferred to the hotel. Rooms will be held on ready occupancy basis. After a traditional welcome with garlands and tika, check into the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 02: Mumbai
After breakfast at the hotel you will be taken on a half day tour of Mumbai covering the Gateway of India - The stone archway designed by Wittett in the 16th century and Elephanta Caves - 9kms by sea. These 7th century rock-cut cave temples, dedicated to Lord Shiva are situated on the top of a hill, on an island in the Arabian Sea. The Trimurthy Sadasiva, Ardhanariswara, Nataraja are some of the famous sculptures you will witness. After a hectic day retire to the hotel, have dinner and spend the night at the hotel.
Day 03: Mumbai - Goa
After an early breakfast you will be transferred to the Mumbai airport to board the flight to Goa. On arrival at Goa, check in at the hotel. You have the rest of the day at your leisure and spend it just the way you wish. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 04: Goa
Today morning we will explore the beautiful North Goa also known as Old Goa in a sightseeing tour. Visit the forts and churches that bear testimony of a colonial past. We will explore the Colva and Benaulimn beaches at South Goa in the evening. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 05: Goa
Wake up to a full day of relaxation, sunbathing and swimming on the beautiful and refreshing beaches of Goa. Enjoy Goan cuisine for dinner and stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 06: Goa - Cochin - Keraleeyam
Today morning, we board the flight to Cochin. On arrival at Cochin, get transferred to Keraleeyam- a heritage Kerala village on the backwater front. Check into the resort and relax. Later, we set about canoeing around Keraleeyam, and make a visit to the Keraleeyam town and beach. Stay enjoy traditional Kerala cuisine for dinner and stay overnight at the hotel, dreaming about the day to come.
Day 07: Keraleeyam
Wake up to a full day of fun with the traditional touch. In the morning, enjoy a Backwater motorboat cruise; dress up in traditional Kerala costume and pose for photo session. Cruising along the palm-fringed backwaters in a country boat watch the Kerala villages that dot the canals and waterways and get a feel of what life is like at these place. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 08: Keraleeyam
After breakfast we will take you to a living Kerala village. Watch the architecture of the huts, the interiors furnishings, utensils and dress. The crystal atmosphere and unadulterated air will pamper your lungs. After the village visit you will go for a Kuttanad country boat cruise and some trekking through a farm. Kuttanad, famously known as the Rice Bowl of Kerala is particularly known for its paddy fields below sea level. Have dinner and stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 09 & 10: Keraleeyam
A new day to be spent experiencing the ayurveda magic and pampering your body. Sanjeevanam the simple & complete procedure of rejuvenation and healing therapy practiced in Ayurveda comprises of Pizhichil, Dhara, Avisanam etc. The major techniques involved are:
Herbal oils massage.
Bathing in herb enriched steam.
Intake of herbal medicines and preparations as well.
Sanjeevanam offers the following benefits:
Rejuvenates and restores the energy reserves of the body.
Relieves stress, strain & fatigue.
Relieves body aches.
Slows down the process of aging.
Strengthens immunity.
Improves complexion & skin texture.
Reduces subcutaneous fat and controls obesity.
Day 10: Keraleeyam - Cochin
We fly to Cochin and on reaching Cochin get transferred to the hotel. Enjoy the city atmosphere. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 11: Cochin
Today you explore Cochin city - affectionately called the "Queen Of The Arabian Sea," mainly because of its beautiful natural port. Half the fun of visiting Cochin is getting about on the local ferries. Go on the Backwater Canal Tour, visit the Jewish Synagogue - the 400-year-old synagogue in Cochin is the oldest in the Commonwealth. It was built in 1568. The interiors have exquisite hand painted Chinese tiles and Belgian Chandeliers. St. Francis Church - The first European church in India, Chinese Fishing Nets - huge, elegant Chinese fishing nets, characteristic of Cochin. Cochin is the only place where these nets are to be found outside China. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 12: Cochin - Bangalore
Today is the day to bid farewell to Kerala and enter the territories of Karnataka. Morning transfer to the airport to board the flight to Bangalore. At Bangalore, check into the hotel, change and get refreshed and set about exploring " The Garden City". You will see the Vidhan Saudha, Nandi Temple - one of the oldest temples of Bangalore, popularly known as the Bull Temple, in Basavanagudi, Lal Bagh Botanical garden. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 13: Bangalore - Shravanbelgola - Hassan
After breakfast in the morning, we go to see the splendor of Shravanbelgola. Located 51 kms south-east of Hassan, this is one of most important Jain pilgrim centres in the country. Here is the 17m high monolith of Lord Bahubali - the world's tallest monolithic statue. After lunch we head towards Hassan - the destination that has it all, and check in to the hotel. Stay overnight at the hotel in Hassan.
Day 14: Hassan
Have your breakfast and take an excursion to Belur and Halebid- the ultimate destination for temple architecture. You can experience the spell binding architecture of the Hoysalas. The Chennakeshava Temple is one of the finest examples of Hoysala architecture. The Veeranarayan Temple and the smaller shrines are well worth a visit. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 15: Hassan - Mysore
Today you will be transferred by road to Bangalore. On arrival check into the hotel. Get refreshed and come with us for a sightseeing tour of the Mysore Palace. This palace is one of the largest and best maintained palaces in India. This palace exudes a grandeur that is unmatched. We will also visit the Chamundi hills - Towering over the city, (13 kms from Mysore) Brindavan Gardens - Brindavan gardens is one of the best maintained landscaped gardens in the country and has been the venue for the shooting of many Indian movies. The musical fountains and colorful lights transform this place into a fairyland in the evening. Stay the night at the hotel.
Day 16: Mysore - Bangalore - Mumbai
Drive back to Bangalore to catch the flight to Mumbai, where we will provide you rooms to wash and change till the time for your scheduled flight. Later, enjoy dinner and get transferred to the International Airport for your onward destination or the flight back home.
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