INDIA - Introduction
A country with a rich and colourful history, India is home to some of the world’s most fascinating cultures. India is a country located in South Asia and the capital of India is New Delhi. The Government of India, the Constitutional Republic represents a highly diverse population of thousands of ethnic groups and the many languages spoken in the country.
India is a country that attracts millions of tourists every year and is considered one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. These visitors are attracted to its natural beauty and cultural heritage. It has many historic sites as well like the Taj Mahal, Golden Temple, Red Fort, etc.
ITINERARY
Day 01: Arrival in Cochin
Meet your chauffer upon arrival in Cochin, who will be waiting outside Arrival Terminal with Taj Paging and drive towards hotel to check-in. Rest of the day will be at leisure. (Vehicle for arrival transfer only)
OVERNIGHT STAY IN COCHIN
Day 02: Sightseeing of Cochin
After breakfast, you may enjoy city tour as per suggested itinerary – covering Mattancherry Palace- gifted to the king of Cochin, by Portuguese in 1555, about 500 year old Jewish Synagogue, Chinese fishing nets, local spices market followed by colorful performing art – Kathakali Dance. Later in the evening, return to the hotel for overnight stay. (Vehicle for Sightseeing only)
OVERNIGHT STAY IN COCHIN
Day 03: Drive from Cochin to Munnar (120 km/approx. 4.5 hours)
After breakfast, you will be met by Taj Hotel’s Chauffer who will drive you to Munnar – which derived its name from the confluence of the three rivers around which the town grew. Today, it offers beautiful vistas, cardamom and spice plantations, aromatic oil factories, sights of several endangered species and the purple-blue of the Neelakurinji flowers that bloom every 12 years. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel and spend evening at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel. (Vehicle for Cochin to Munnar transfer only)
OVERNIGHT STAY IN MUNNAR
Day 04: Sightseeing in Munnar
You may explore Munnar as per suggested plan – visit Eravikulam National Park, home to various elusive and endangered species. It is a great place to enjoy trekking and offers mind-blowing views of the tea plantations. Later, you may proceed towards Tea Museum (closed on Monday), which gives an insight to the history of tea plantations of this region. Later visit Mattupetty Dam, Eco Point and Flower Garden. Return to the hotel for overnight stay. (Vehicle for Sightseeing only)
OVERNIGHT STAY IN MUNNAR
Day 05: Munnar – Kumarakom (145 kms / approx. 4.5 hours)
After breakfast, you will met by Taj Hotel’s Chauffer who will drive you to Kumarakom – a charming emerald peninsula jutting into the picturesque Vembanad Lake dotted with innumerable traditional country rafts, boats and canoes. The fresh water of the lake flows into the mainland, making a labyrinth of lagoons, canals and waterways. (Vehicle for Munnar to Kumarakom transfer only)
OVERNIGHT STAY IN KUMARAKOM
Day 06: Kumarakom
After breakfast, entire day will be at leisure to explore places around hotel Or we suggest you to enjoy facilities of the hotel. (No vehicle on disposal provided)
OVERNIGHT STAY IN KUMARAKOM
Day 07: Kumarakom - Kochi Airport (80 kms / approx. 2.5 hours) - Onward
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Cochin airport for flight back home or onward destination.. (Vehicle for Departure transfer only)
…TOUR ENDS…
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