Temples, Backwaters & Beaches 12
DAYS
India - Chennai to Kochi
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Southern India is renowned for its tranquil
backwaters, tropical beaches, rich history and
fascinating culture.We cruise by houseboat on the
Malabar Backwaters - a network of waterways, to
discover how the communities of the region live,
and visit thriving and colourful temple complexes,
before relaxing on the beaches of Kovalam. From
Chennai we drive to the French colonial town of
Pondicherry, with a visit to the Ashram at
Auroville.We explore the temples and palaces of
Tanjore,Trichy and Madurai, including Trichy’s Rock
Fort Temple. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is home to
wild elephants, bison, spotted deer and the elusive
tiger. Kumarakom lies in the heart of the
Backwater Country, and is famous for its beautiful
canals, backwaters and lagoons.We cruise to
Alleppey on a traditional Kerala rice boat, staying
Houseboat
overnight on board.As we watch local life sail by
and experience the fascinating world of rice boats,
we sample the delicious cuisine of Southern India.
Itinerary
Then on to Kovalam with its tropical beaches, and
Day 1 Join Chennai (Madras)
Day 2 Chennai - Kapaleeswarar Temple. Drive via
coconut palms, before ending our tour in Kochi,
Mahabalipuram Temples to Pondicherry.Visit
with its Portuguese influence, and unique Chinese
Auroville Ashram
Day 3 Visit Chidambaram, Gangaikondacholapuram.
Fishing Nets.
Tanjore - Bridadeshwara Temple, Nayakas
Palace. Drive Trichy
Kathakali tradional dance
Day 4 Trichy - Rock Fort Temple, Srinrangam
Temple. Drive Madurai
Day 5 Madurai - Meenakshi Temple,Thirumalai
Nayaka Palace. Free Afternoon. Optional
Evening Indian Prayer Ceremonies
Day 6 Drive Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary - Free
Afternoon, Spice Plantation
Day 7 Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary - Boat Trip on Lake.
Drive Kumarakom - Board Houseboat.
Afternoon - Bird Sanctuary
Day 8 Rice Boat to Alleppey. Overnight Alleppey
Day 9 Drive Kovalam - Beach Stay
Highlights
Day 10 Kovalam - Free Day to Relax on Beaches
Day 11 Drive to Kochi. City Tour - Fort Cochin,
India - Chennai - Kapaleeswarar Temple -
Mattancherry Palace, Jewish Synagogue,
Mahabalipuram Temples - Pondicherry - Auroville Ashram
Chinese Fishing Nets
Chidambaram - Gangaikondacholapuram - Brihadeshwara
Day 12 Tour ends Kochi (Cochin)
Temple - Nayakas Palace - Trichy - Rock Fort Temple - Backwaters
Srinrangam Temple - Madurai - Meenakshi Temple -
Accommodation - Transport
Thirumalai Nayaka Palace - Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary -
• Hotels - 10 Nights, House Boat - 1 Night
Boat Ride Periyar Lake - Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary -
• Private Vehicle, House Boat, Boat, and on Foot
Malabar Backwaters - Rice Boat Cruise - Alleppey -
Kovalam Beaches - Kochi (Cochin) - Fort Cochin - Dutch Grade
Palace - Jewish Synagogue - Chinese Fishing Nets Easy - suitable for anyone with an average level of
fitness and mobility
Maximum Group Size
Departure Dates - REF:ASIN11
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Start Finish 2009 2010
Chennai Kochi 10 Jan 09 21 Jan 09 16 Jan 10 27 Jan 10
2008 07 Feb 09 18 Feb 09 13 Feb 10 24 Feb 10
20 Sep 08 01 Oct 08
What's Included
07 Mar 09 18 Mar 09 13 Mar 10 24 Mar 10
18 Oct 08 29 Oct 08 26 Sep 09 07 Oct 09
• 11 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 3 Dinners
15 Nov 08 26 Nov 08 24 Oct 09 04 Nov 09
• All Activities and Entrance Fees as per Itinerary
13 Dec 08 24 Dec 08 21 Nov 09 02 Dec 09
• Escorted Tour, English Speaking Tour Leader and/or
19 Dec 09 30 Dec 09
Local Guides
Peak Season Supplement applies - see
www.kumuka.com
• Houseboat with Private Facilities and Crew
for details • Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
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