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FASCINATING
Kerala
by Private Car
Cochin, Alleppey,
Kumarakom
& Marari
Featuring: Houseboat Accommodations!
Coconut Lagoon Hotel in Kerala
Blessed with a rich history, peaceful contacts with foreign traders, tropical
India
landscapes of expansive backwaters and verdant hills, Kerala is one of
India’s most diverse states. Soak up the atmosphere of its old cities, once thriving
Arabian
Bay of Bengal
centers of commerce. Drive through expanses dotted with churches and temples.
Sea
Relax on palm-fringed beaches and rejuvenate with Ayurveda treatments. Cruise
Cochin••Marari
the backwaters on a traditional wooden barge (kettu vallam) enjoying rural life
Kumarakom••
and unspoiled nature. Discover unique cultural traditions including the
Alleppey
martial-art-influenced Kathakali dance, ancient rituals and colorful festivals.
7 Days / 6 Nights
ITINERARY
Daily Departures
Day 1: Arrive Cochin
Arrive in Cochin; meeting and
hotel including modern amenities,
transfer to hotel.
cozy rooms and balconies. Truly a
Tour Includes:
unique experience! (B.L.D)
Day 2: Cochin
I 5 Nights Deluxe & Superior Hotels
Morning tour of Cochin includes the
Day 4: Alleppey / Kumarakom
I 1 Night in Houseboat (Not air-conditioned)
Dutch Palace (closed Fri), Synagogue
Disembark after breakfast in
I Breakfast Daily, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
(closed Sat), St. Francis Church and
Kumarakom; transfer to your hotel.
Santa Cruz Basilica. After a coastal
The rest of the day is at leisure. (B)
I Sightseeing per Itinerary by air-conditioned
drive, arrive at Fort Kochi; walk
Private Car with Private English-Speaking Guide
through some of its historical build-
Day 5: Kumarakom / Marari
I All Transfers upon Arrival & Departure
ings. Evening: Traditional Kathakali
Morning drive to the fishing village of
Dance Performance. (B)
Marari, where life goes on much as it
I Hotel Taxes and Service Charges
did a hundred years ago. Time to
I USTOA $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program
Day 3: Cochin / Alleppey
relax at one of the superb sand
Morning transfer to Alleppey.
beaches backed by swaying palms – a
Board a traditional Kerala house-
relaxing and inspiring experience. (B)
Accommodations:
boat for an overnight cruise along
the famed backwaters, viewing
Day 6: Marari
City
Nights Gold Plan
Platinum Plan
wildlife and water birds. These slow
Day at leisure to enjoy the local
Cochin
2
Le Meridien
Taj Malabar
moving boats and barges were
charm and traditional hospitality. (B)
Alleppey
1
Houseboat
Houseboat
once used for the transport of
goods; today, they have been con-
Day 7: Marari / Cochin
Kumarakom 1
Taj Garden
Coconut
verted into luxurious houseboats,
Transfer to the airport; board the
Retreat
Lagoon
with all the comforts of a good
flight for your onward destination. (B)
Marari
2
Marari Beach Marari Beach
Resort
Resort
LAND PRICES PER PERSON
Valid: Oct’09-Apr 15’11
(B) Breakfast
GOLD PLAN
PLATINUM PLAN
TWIN
SINGLE
TWIN
SINGLE
Oct-Dec 19’09, Jan 11-Apr 15’10
$1349
$2619
$1559
$3009
ASK ABOUT
Apr 16-Sep 15’10
829
1609
899
1729
OUR INTERNATIONAL
AIRFARE SPECIALS
Sep 16-Dec 19’10, Jan 11-Apr 15’11
1489
2879
1719
3309
FROM THE U.S.!
Rates for Dec 20’09-Jan 10’10 & Dec 20’10-Jan 10’11 upon request.
Rates for Oct’10-Apr’11 are subject to change upon confirmation.
Surcharge applies for Christmas/New Year period; please inquire.
Orient Flexi-Pax Tours ᭱ (800) 545-5540
* VISA REQUIRED FOR INDIA (Please see details on page 42)
www.orientflexipax.com
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