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Calicut, Beypore, Mahe,
Cheruthuruthy, Cochin, Alleppey, Thottapally, Kovalam) |
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Day 1: Arrival at Calicut.
Once the capital of the powerful Zamorins and a prominent trade and
commerce center, Calicut (Kozhikode) was the most important region
of Malabar in the days gone by. It was very well known as a hub of
commerce and trade. Today, lush green countrysides, serene beaches,
historic sites, wildlife sanctuaries, rivers, hills, a unique
culture and a warm, friendly atmosphere make it a favorable
destination to visit. Transfer to Kappad Beach Resort. This beach
has got its name engraved in Indian history as Vasco Da Gama, the
Portuguese explorer, had put his first steps on Indian soil at this
place. Spend overnight at Kappad Beach Resort
Day 2: Visit Beypore
Located about 10 kms south of Kozhikode town at the mouth of the
Chaliyar River, is Beypore.This too was a center of trade and
commerce and also used as a route for these traders of Europe who
visited this place very often. Soon after its prominence as a port
and trade center, Beypore slowly began to flourish as a center for
shipbuilding, which was in great demand by merchants from Western
Asia.They follow a very traditional form of ship building which is
unique.Overnight stay at Kappad Beach Resort.
Day 3: Drive to Mahe.
On arrival transfer to Ayisha Manzil, a heritage bungalow located on
the Arabian Sea. In the afternoon visit to the fort and mosque.
Overnight stay at bungalow.
Day 4: Visit the Kerala
Apart from the wilderness and the beaches and of course the
Ayurvedic treatments ,Kerala is also known for the traditions and
the culture that they practice.So we move towards witnessing this
spectacle of traditional Dance forms and see the 'Thayum' and 'Kalari
Pati'. Overnight stay at bungalow.
Day 5: Wyanad.
Check into Vythiri Resort surrounded by lush green rainforests. This
eco-friendly resort provides the visitors with ample opportunities
for bird watching, trekking and elephant ride.
Day 6: Visit the nearby tribal village, tribal museum.
After lunch take a 4-km trek to an awe-inspiring ancient cave,
providing an insight to the rich Indian civilization. Overnight stay
in Vythiri Resort.
Day 7: Drive to Cheruthuruthy
to visit the school of traditional art and dance - Natya Kala
Mandalam. Visit local potters and weavers. Stay overnight at the
Heritage River Retreat Hotel.
Day 8: Morning drive to Cochin.
Cochin is a more or less a cosmopolitan kind of population and would
rather find the mixture of Portuguese, Dutch, Chinese culture. A
small population of Jews still resides there.
Day 9: Drive to Alleppey
The most important thing that any visitor makes a visit to Kerala
are its boat races and the houseboats that it offers. It’s an unique
kind of creation where you seem to be a paradise lost within
yourself and trying to find your feet back on the ground. Enjoy a
memorable trip on the fantastic houseboats. Travel through the
coconut fringed canals. Relaxing your mind and body as nature
envelops you. You will be guided by professionals who will give you
the right kind of information worth knowing.
Day 10: Arrive in Thottapally.
We start the day with some scrumptious breakfast and move towards
discovering more of Kerala.We drive down to Kovalam.enroute Haripad
Subramanian Snake Temples which house 500 snake statues. Overnight
stay at Kovalam Beach Resort.
Day 11: Relax at Kovalam during the day.
Option of having a body-soothing, relaxing Ayurvedic massage. These
treatments not only sooth your body but also relieve you of your
stress and tensions in the mind.Overnight stay at Kovalam Beach
Resort.
Day 12: Departure.
Transfer to the Trivandrum airport for your onward journey back
home.
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