INDIA TOUR
Kovalam
Kerala, Plantation
Cochin
past rice paddies, tea and rubber tree plantations and aromatic gardens of coffee, cardamom and pepper plants, while the Western Ghats mountain range provide a beautiful backdrop to the surrounding rainforests and backwaters.
As the sun goes down we’ll head to a spice plantation where we’ll enjoy a tour. Superb peppers are grown here on the Malabar Coast and as such are referred to as ‘black gold’. SAROVAR PORTICO, THEKKADY (4-STAR)
DAY 5 Thekkady We’re heading into Periyar Game Reserve today. A boat trip will give you the chance to look for elephants, bison and deer on the shoreline as well as all manner of exotic plants that, if you’re very lucky, may be hiding the elusive tiger. SAROVAR PORTICO, THEKKADY (4-STAR)
DAY 6 Alleppey Our drive this morning takes us to Alleppey, where we’ll board one of Kerala’s famous houseboats for an overnight stay with a difference. Your ‘kettuvallom’ – modelled on the area’s traditional rice boats – offers an unforgettable experience for you and your travelling companions. Head on deck for a cruise through the backwaters to see how the locals live, then enjoy a tranquil evening as our boat anchors in a quiet spot. A TRADITIONAL-STYLE HOUSEBOAT, ALLEPPEY
DAY 7 Kumarakom Breakfast served on our houseboat is a great start to the day. We’ll then take to the road and head to Kumarakom, cutting a route through coconut farms and fragrant spice gardens. A village tour and stop for lunch give us a chance to stretch our legs before arrival at our hotel. ABAD WHISPERING PALMS, KUMAROKOM (4-STAR)
DAY 8 Kovalam
The final leg of our journey takes us to the Kovalam beach area today – a stunning location with magnificent beaches on which to relax and soak up the sun. UDAY SAMUDRA, KOVALAM (4-STAR)
DAY 9 Kovalam The day is yours to do as you please. Be sure to head to the beach to see the fishermen pulling in the huge Chinese fishing nets for which this area is famous. Join your fellow travellers this evening for a farewell dinner. UDAY SAMUDRA, KOVALAM (4-STAR)
DAY 10 UK You’ll transfer to the airport for your flight back to the UK.
Please note: This holiday includes walking in areas of rough ground, gradients and steps.
St. Francis church, Cochin DEPARTURE DATES
For all dates, prices and regional fl ight options, see latest price guide. Holiday ref: SLIKER
2017 Heathrow 23 Feb 14 Sep 16 Nov 2018 Heathrow 25 Jan 22 Feb
Flights with Jet Airways, Sri Lankan Airlines or similar scheduled airline to Cochin via Mumbai or another international airport. E-visa from £85 - see page 209. Transfer time is approx. 1 hour. Flight timings and hotels are subject to change and will be confi rmed in your fi nal documents.
Please have passport details ready when booking 177
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