Backwater Serenity (5  Nights)

Code: IMP485
Package Options:
MunnarAlleppeyKovalam
Away from the sky soaring concrete buildings or honking cars or traffic jams, you come in a world of lush greenery, aromatic spice gardens and tea estates, elephant sanctuaries, enticing wildlife reserves, tranquil backwaters and exotic beaches. The beauty you find in Kerala cannot be described in words. Visit here to feel the magic yourself. In this tour, you’ll see the famous hill station Munnar, backwaters at Alleppey respectively and unspoilt beaches of Kovalam!
Inclusions
  • 2 Nights accommodation in Munnar (Munnar Summer Castle / Similar*)
  • 1 Night accommodation at AC Deluxe Houseboat in Alleppey (with All Meals)
  • 2 Nights accommodation in Kovalam (Hawah Beach Resort / Similar*)
  • Daily Buffet Breakfast at Hotel
  • Airport transfers
  • City tour & Sightseeing tours (as mentioned in Itinerary)
  • All Tours & Transfers by Air conditioned vehicle
  • Driver's Allowance, Toll, Parking, Permit, etc.
  • All presently applicable taxes
Exclusions
  • Airfare or Train tickets
  • Entrance fee, Camera fee, Guide charges, Boating charges, etc. to be paid directly by the Guest (at different Sightseeing locations)
  • Tip and Porter charges
  • Items of personal nature like laundry, telephone calls, room service charges, soft drinks and hard drink charges, etc.
  • Any Service not mentioned in Inclusions
  • Surcharges Extra (if applicable) on Long Weekends & Holidays
Package Options:
Day 1: Arrive Cochin - Drive to Munnar

On your arrival at Cochin Airport, our driver will meet you near the exit area. He will drive you to Munnar that takes about 4 hours.

Munnar, as the name signifies is located at the confluence of three rivers. Munnar is a popular hill resort with its sprawling tea plantations and picturesque landscapes. It is often called as “Nature Lovers’ Paradise”. En route, enjoy the beautiful sights of lush greenery and majestic waterfalls.

On arriving Munnar, Check in to the hotel and relax. Evening is free for your own leisure.

Stay overnight at hotel in Munnar.

 

Day 2: Munnar (Local Sightseeing)

Rise to a beautiful fresh morning and breathe in the pure unpolluted air. Enjoy your morning breakfast. Today we spend the day for local sightseeing. Situated at the confluence of three mountain streams - Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundale, Munnar is 1600 meters above sea level. Earlier Munnar was the summer resort of British government in South India. On our sightseeing tour, we visit Mattupetty Dam, Kundale Lake and Echo point.

In the afternoon we proceed to Rajamalai. There is a possibility for you to spot ‘Nilgiri Thars’ here, the rarest species of mountain goat. Enjoy your evening in the romantic surroundings.

Stay overnight at hotel in Munnar. (B)

 

Day 3: Munnar to Alleppey (Houseboat)

Enjoy a lazy morning, go for a healthy morning breakfast, revive the spirits and pack your bags. Today we check out from the hotel and drive to Alleppey.

One of the major attractions of Kerala that pulls innumerous tourists to the destination, Alleppey is a unique attraction. Check in to your houseboat on arrival. Relax over the gentle ripples of calm waters and sights of palm groves swaying in the cool breeze, away from the city dust and screeching honks; a silent charm that makes it no less than a paradise. Relish freshly prepared lunch on the houseboat.

The day is at your own to accustom with the place. Spend a beautiful night by the dim moonlight, by the hushing waters and cool breeze. After having dinner onboard, enjoy ultimate intimacy with nature and oneself.

Stay overnight at the houseboat. (B + L + D)

 

Day 4: Alleppey to Kovalam

Rise to a wavy morning in the houseboat over the backwaters. Enjoy morning breakfast sitting by the passing coconut trees and sparkling backwaters. Later check out from the houseboat and transfer to Kovalam. Check in at Hotel and relax.

Kovalam is an evergreen and pleasant climatic beach resort. With high rocks and calm blue water bays, it is a true paradise for tourists. Well developed, warm and clean atmosphere along with white sand beaches and coconut trees are perfect for relaxing holidays with sea breeze gently playing with the waves. Check in at the hotel and relax. Rest of the day is free for your own leisure.

Stay overnight at hotel in Kovalam. (B)

 

Day 5: Kovalam - Kanyakumari (90 kms) - Kovalam

Have morning breakfast and proceed for full day trip to Kanyakumari.

Best described as the southern-most end of India in Tamil Nadu, Kanyakumari or the Cape Comorin is one of the most popular tourist spots of India. This is the point where the three seas meet i.e. Bay of Bengal, Arabian Sea and the Indian Ocean. The most beautiful and spectacular attraction is its unique sunrise and sunset. Enjoy the spectacular evening sunset from the Vivekananda Rock. Drive back to Kovalam.

Stay overnight at hotel in Kovalam. (B)

 

Day 6: Kovalam - Departure

Rise to return. Have your morning breakfast and pack your bags. Today we check out from the hotel and proceed to Trivandrum Airport to catch your departing flight.

Hope you had a great trip. (B)

 

Tentative Itinerary

Note: Above Itinerary is just indicative. Do not consider it as a Final Schedule. Date & Time of Tours can be changed by Local Agent / Tour Operator.

 

Package Options:
Online Booking Procedure
  • To book online, you need to make payment as per the minimum booking amount specified in “Book Online” section of this package OR Rs. 10,000/- per person.
  • As soon as you make an online booking, you will receive a booking voucher in your email.
  • You will receive a call from our support staff about your booking status.
  • We will start the process at our end while you sit back at home and dream about your holiday.
  • The balance payment would be collected as per the case mentioned below:
  • If you are booking within 10 days of date of travel,
    • You will need to make payment of 100%  of the tour package cost/ tour components costs at time of booking process is undertaken.
    • Any amendment or cancelation made by traveler would be chargeable as per cancellation policy. 
  • If you are booking within 10 – 20 days of date of travel,
    • You will need to make payment of 75% of the tour package cost / tour components costs at the time of booking process is undertaken.
    • Any amendment or cancelation made by traveler would be chargeable as per cancellation policy.
    • Balance payment will be required to be paid at the time of confirmation of booking. 
  • If you are booking within more than 20 days of date of travel,
    • You will need to make payment of booking amount of Rs. 20,000/- per pax at the time of booking process is undertaken.
    • Any amendment or cancelation made by traveler would be chargeable as per cancellation policy.
    • Balance payment will be required to be paid at the time of confirmation of booking. 
  • If your booking is having tour components which needs guaranteed booking as per stipulated condition,
    • You will need to make payment of 100%  of the tour package cost/ tour components costs at time of booking process is undertaken..
    • No cancellation will be allowed once booking is made even if by some reason short payment has been made. The tourist will have to make entire payment whether he or she travels or not.
  • You will be kept informed at every step of the process like:
    • When your visa is successfully done.
    • Your hotel rooms are booked.
    • Your Flights are confirmed.
    • Any other inclusion in the package.
  • Once the entire package formalities are completed at our end, our representative will deliver the package to your door steps.

 

Standard Booking Procedure (in case of Offline Bookings)

  • If you are booking within 10 days of date of travel,
    • You will need to make payment of 100%  of the tour package cost/ tour components costs at time of booking process is undertaken.
    • Any amendment or cancelation made by traveler would be chargeable as per cancellation policy. 
  • If you are booking within 10 – 20 days of date of travel,
    • You will need to make payment of 75% of the tour package cost / tour components costs at the time of booking process is undertaken.
    • Any amendment or cancelation made by traveler would be chargeable as per cancellation policy.
    • Balance payment will be required to be paid at the time of confirmation of booking. 
  • If you are booking within more than 20 days of date of travel,
    • You will need to make payment of booking amount of Rs. 20,000/- per pax at the time of booking process is undertaken.
    • Any amendment or cancelation made by traveler would be chargeable as per cancellation policy.
    • Balance payment will be required to be paid at the time of confirmation of booking. 
  • If your booking is having tour components which needs guaranteed booking as per stipulated condition,
    • You will need to make payment of 100%  of the tour package cost/ tour components costs at time of booking process is undertaken..
    • No cancellation will be allowed once booking is made even if by some reason short payment has been made. The tourist will have to make entire payment whether he or she travels or not.

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Important Information

  • Per person cost is calculated on the basis of Minimum 02 adults travelling together and sharing one double room.
  • Extra adult is the 3rd person who shares the same double room and is provided with an extra bed or roll away mattress.
  • Mostly the hotels allow 03 adults in one double room with an extra bed or 02 adults and 02 children below 12 years of age with one extra bed.
  • All the guests (husband, wife & adult children) are requested to carry their photo identity proof in original & a photocopy to be produced & handed over at the time of Check In at the resort. This is mandatory.
  • AC rooms not available in Munnar Hotels.

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Terms & Conditions

  • Complimentary Arrival / departure transfers & sightseeing tours shall be provided as per schedule fixed by the hotel. However this may require you to wait at the airport for short duration until all the guests arriving at that time exit the airport.
  • Transfers and Sightseeing tours are on SIC (seat in coach) / shared basis.
  • All Tours & Transfers are outsourced facility and the hotel has no control on the profile and behavior of fellow passengers on board, moreover the hotel is not responsible for the safety and security of the in-house guests availing the same.
  • To avail the arrival transfers please check the hotel representative holding the placard of your name / hotel name.
  • In hotels for an extra Adult / Child either Rollaway bed or mattress shall be provided.
  • The request for an adjacent or an adjoining room will be on subject to availability.
  • It is mandatory to carry the age proof of children (02 to 11 yrs) and infant (below 02yrs) along with other travel documents. Child above than 11 yrs shall be considered for an adult cost.
  • Room allocation (Twin bed / Double bed) is at the discretion of the hotel. The check in and check out time of the hotel is 12 to 12 noon. Numbers of meals are always corresponding to the number of nights booked. Breakfast is not provided on the day of arrival.
  • For early check in and late check out the payment is to be settled directly by the guest.
  • Hotel has the right to claim the damages incurred by any of the guest.
  • The guests are requested to take care of their personal belongings carefully and avoid leaving them unattended.
  • Cost of additional services availed by the guest which are not part of our package inclusions are to be settled directly at the hotel.
  • Mini bar facility available in the hotels is on chargeable basis.
  • Buffet meal will be provided at fixed venue decided by the hotel.
    Timings: Breakfast: 0800 - 1000 hrs
    Lunch: 1300 - 1500 hrs
    Dinner: 1930 - 2200 hrs
    These are the standard buffet timings observed by the hotels. Still you are kindly requested to check the perfect buffet timings at the time of check in at the hotel. Once the buffet time is over the hotel might ask you to pay for your meals.
  • This hotel is suggested on the basis of the feedback taken from our customers. Still we request you that before finalizing the tour with us kindly go through the website of the hotels and read the reviews.

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Cancellation Policy

  • If cancellation is made any time not less than 45 days prior to departure, Rs. 5,000/- (per person) shall be deducted.
  • If cancellation is made 45 to 30 days prior to departure, 50% of the tour cost shall be deducted.
  • If cancellation is made 30 to 15 days prior to departure, 75% of the tour cost shall be deducted.
  • If cancellation is made within 15 days prior to departure, 100% of the tour cost shall be deducted.

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