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INDIA Punnathur Kotta Elephant camp Cochin Munnar Spice `capital' Hill station & walk Kumarakom houseboat Allepey Madurai Sri Meenakshi Temple Periyar NP
Adventure Level
A
Cultural Discovery
Nature & Wildlife
India 15 days Trip Code: FTR
Spicelands & Elephants
Cruise the backwaters on a converted rice barge · Visit ancient Hindu temple cities · Play on beautiful palm-fringed beaches Ideal for...
INDIAN OCE AN
Trivandrum Kovalam Palm-fringed beaches
Your itinerary
Day 1/2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6 Day 7 Day 8 Day 9/10
Fly to Cochin Walking tour of Fort Cochin; evening harbour cruise Guruvayur; visit elephant camp Drive to Munnar; lunch with local family en route & free time Gentle trek in Eravikulam National Park; visit local market Madurai, temple city; witness evening Pooja ceremony Madurai; free day with optional excursions Periyar NP; elephant camp, local market visit, gentle trek
10 yrs+
Day 11/12 Malabar Backwaters houseboat cruise Day 13/14 Kovalam; relax by the beach Day 15
Fly home
Dates & Prices Guide
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2012
24 Mar - 7 Apr 31 Mar - 14 Apr 31 Jul - 14 Aug F 11 Aug - 25 Aug 15 Dec - 29 Dec 22 Dec - 5 Jan 23 Mar - 6 Apr 26 Mar - 9 Apr 30 Jul - 13 Aug F 11 Aug - 25 Aug 14 Dec - 28 Dec 21 Dec - 4 Jan
With flights
Adult Child
Without flights
Adult Child
2013
£1,459 £1,459 £1,779 £1,479 £1,829 £1,959
Adult
£1,299 £1,299 £1,549 £1,329 £1,599 £1,699
Child
£929 £929 £929 £929 £929 £989
Adult
£889 £889 £889 £889 £889 £949
Child
Sri Meenakshi Temple
Trip Highlights
Pooja Ceremony In the ancient city of Madurai, in the state of Tamil Nadu, lies the Sri Meenakshi Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is host to an evening pooja ceremony - a spectacular affair complete with mass chanting, ringing of bells and bashing of drums! Elephant Camp At Punnathur Kotta, the ancient palace of the Punnathur Rajas, you can spend time watching the baby elephants' playful antics, seeing how sick ones are treated in the traditional manner or witness their training taking place at the camp. Periyar National Park In the cool of the Cardamom Hills, Periyar National Park is home to some of the best of southern India's wildlife and a great location for some gentle trekking. There's plenty to see including deer, otter, wild boar, and a rich variety of birdlife. Backwaters & Beaches You'll travel west to the watery wonderland of canals, lagoons and lakes that make up the Malabar Backwaters. Explore this amazing environment from the relaxed comfort of a houseboat. Perfect preparation for a relaxing completion of your journey on the beaches of Kovalam.
Is it suitable for my family?
Minimum age: 7 years. Be prepared for the heat and humidity, especially on the coast, although time in the hills provides a welcome break from the heat of the lowlands. Activities Gentle treks Transport Charter vehicle, houseboat, on foot, train Accommodation Hotels (12nts), houseboat (1nt) The houseboats have 2-4 bedrooms each, with fans. Meals included 13 breakfasts, 2 lunches & 2 dinners Swimming opportunities Some hotels will have a swimming pool
£1,499 £1,499 £1,859 £1,499 £1,899 £2,049
£1,369 £1,369 £1,629 £1,359 £1,679 £1,759
£959 £959 £959 £959 £1,029 £1,029
£929 £929 £929 £929 £999 £999
All elements in the itinerary are included, unless otherwise stated. Prices are per person and subject to change (see Booking Conditions p178). Single room option from £300. For insurance details see p177. Child price applies if under 12 on the outbound travel date. F Festival departure Flights Indirect flights with Emirates from London. Flight schedules and preferred airlines can change.
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Trivandrum Average Daily Max Temp °C 35 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 Average Monthly Rainfall (mm) 350 300 250 200 150 100 50 0 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Average Daily Hours of Sunshine 9 9 8 8 7 5 5 6 6 6 6 7
Responsible Travel
You'll have the opportunity to visit an eco-tourism project based in a village behind the mountains of Periyar Tiger Reserve. The proceeds go directly towards forest conservation and community welfare. For more information on responsible travel see p5
Kovalam
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