Tour Code : AKSR0017 Tour Type : Group Tour 1800 233 9008 Natural www.akshartours.com 5 Nights / 6 Days PACKAGE OVERVIEW

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Accomodation Meal

02 Nights Hotel Accommodation at 5 Breakfast

01 Night Hotel Accommodation Thekkady 5 Dinner

02 Nights Hotel Accommodation

Visa & Taxes

Highlights 05% GST EXTRA Accommodation on double sharing Breakfast and dinner at hotel Transfer and sightseeing by pvt vehicle as per program Applicable hotel taxes

SIGHTSEEINGS OVERVIEW

Munnar:- - Tea Museum - Echo Point - Kundala - Muttupetty Dam - Enjoy Boat Ride At Muttupetty Lake - Rajamalai National Park Kumarakom:- - Lake Thekkady:- - Lake With Boat Ride - Spice Plantation - Go for Periyar Jungle Safari

DEPARTURE DATES

Weekly Departure

January to December SIGHTSEEINGS

Tea Museum Munnar Tea has played an integral part in the history of Munnar. The plantations played a huge role in attracting people to the area. Tata Tea established a Tea Museum in 2005 which has photographs and machineries, which chronicle the journey of tea in the area. The museum set up at the Nallathanni Estate of Tata Tea ensures that the legacy of those who worked hard to ensure the tea plantations survived this long is recognised publicly.

Echo Point Munnar Located at an altitude of 600 ft. and at a distance of about 15 kilometres from Munnar, Echo Point is situated right in the lap of a quaint lake and misty hills covered with lush green trees. As the name suggests, this place is well known for its enthralling illustration of the phenomenon of echoing. As you scream, it is fun to hear your voice reverberate around the attraction again and again.

Kundala Lake Munnar Kundala is a picturesque place, about 20 km from Munnar on the way to Top Station. It is Asia's first Arch dam. The boating experience at this dam is a wonderful

Mattupetty Dam Munnar Nestled inside the hills of Munnar and very near to the peak lies Mattupetty, the hill station at a height of 1,700 m.

Rajamalai National Park Munnar is spread over an extensive area of 97 sq km along the crest of Western Ghats in the high ranges of . Located 15 km from Munnar, it is one of most important tourist destinations in Kerala. The national park is managed by the Kerala Department of Forest and Wildlife, Munnar. Vembanad Lake Kumarkom Vembanad is the longest lake in ,and the largest lake in the state of Kerala

YOUR ITINERARY

Day Cochin Munnar (130 kms, 5hrs) Arrive (colonial name Cochin) a vibrant city situated on the south – west coast of the Indian Peninsula in the breathtakingly 1 scenic and prosperous state of Kerala, hailed as ‘God’s Own Country.’ Informally, Cochin is also referred to as the Gateway to Kerala. On arrival, transfer to Munnar. Munnar was the summer resort of the British and now is one of the most popular hill stations in Kerala. Enjoy the stunning view of the Cardamom hills & greenery of the Tea plantations. Arrive and transfer to the hotel. Relax and enjoy the

resort. Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel in Munnar. Dinner Day Munnar This morning after Breakfast, take a full day sightseeing tour of Munnar, Experience the Eravikullam National Park, visit Tea Museum & 2 Tea Gardens, Covering Madupatty Dam & can do boat ride at additional cost, have lunch (on your own). Visit to Echo Point / Kundala Lake, Top Station (optional cost). Return to Munnar city, Evening back to the resort. Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel in Munnar.

Breakfast Dinner Day Munnar Thekkady (110 kms, 4 hrs) Morning after Breakfast, Depart from Munnar to Thekkady. As you wind your way up the road, the wooded terrain clears to reveal a 3 breathtaking plantations, Fill your lungs with fresh mountain air; savour the rich fragrance of cinnamon and cloves. Thekkady is situated 2800 ft above sea level; the climate is pleasantly cool throughout the year. On arrival check into hotel or proceed for an exciting boat ride on the Lake Periyar ’s most popular wildlife sanctuary. This is the only wildlife sanctuary in India that offers the unique opportunity of viewing wild life in their natural habitat at close quarters from the safety of a boat on the lake. Enjoy a boat ride in the lake & tickets to be purchased by queue only at a personal cost and if you are lucky you can watch young elephants drinking at the water’s edge. Later enjoy an elephant ride at elephant junction at additional cost or visit spice plantation where cardamom, nutmeg and pepper are grown. Evening you can enjoy Martial art /Kathakali dance at Mudra Center at additional cost. Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel in Thekkady

Breakfast Dinner Day Thekkady Kumarakom (140 kms , 4hrs) This Morning after Breakfast departs to Kumarakom, popularly known as the ‘Venice of East’, this exotic backwater village consists of a 4 cluster of island villages in and around the Vembanad Lake. Kerala offers some world best Ayurvedic treatments, giving you a complete relaxation of mind, body & soul. You can try the same at the resort at additional cost. On arrival at Kumarkom check into the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure or enjoy resorts facilities. Evening you can enjoy sunset cruise on Vembanad Lake. Dinner and Overnight stay at the hotel in Kumarakom.

Breakfast Dinner Day Kumarakom This day after Breakfast, proceed for a visit to the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, where a significant number of bird species are known to 5 make migratory visits. The park area covers around 15 acres and functions under the aegis of the govt. of Kerala. Birds like the Siberian crane, egret, heron, waterfowl, ducks, moorhens and Kingfisher are commonly found. Afternoon indulge in authentic Kerala Ayurvedic massages at personal cost. Dinner and Overnight stay at the hotel in Kumarakom.

Breakfast Dinner Day Kumarakom Cochin (100 kms , 2 hrs) This day after Breakfast, transfer to Cochin Airport for your flight to your home town. You return back with wonderful memories of God’s 6 Own Country.

Breakfast HOTELS

INCLUSION/EXCLUSION

Inclusion Exclusion

Welcome drink on arrival. Any Air/ train fare. Rooms on twin sharing accommodation. Any pony charges Breakfast + Dinner During the stay. Any gondola cable car charges Chauffer driven Car for pick up, drop and Any expenses for optional activities. sightseeing as per itinerary. Aru and Chandan wari in Pahalgam. Driver Allowances Items of personal nature like porterage, tips, Toll tax and State tax. laundry. All taxes. Any expenses arising out of unforeseen circumstances like flight delay / cancellation / hike in fare, strike or any other natural calamities or any emergency evacuation expenses. Any additional meals. Anything not mentioned in Inclusions.

TRIP COST

Type Price Double Sharing ( Per Person ) 13500/- INR Triple Sharing ( Per Person ) 10000/- INR Child With Bed ( Per Person ) ( above 05 – 10 yrs ) 8500/- INR Child Without Bed ( Per Person ) ( above 02 – 05 yrs ) 6000/- INR

* Note: 5% GST Additional On Total Tour Cost. T&C Apply at time of Booking. * Rates mentioned in the itinerary are based on Standard Rooms, supplement cost is applicable for Sea Facing / Lake Facing / Mountain Facing Rooms