South India Yoga & Meditation Tour
Yoga & Meditation at Backwater cities

11 Days / 10 Nights

Cochin – Munnar – Periyar – Kumarakom – Kovalam Beach

The Oasis state of Kerala & on to the Malabar Coats & Kochi, one of the India’s most colorful cities. This inter, connected series of Islands & shoreline presents a vivacious blend of Cultures & Religions

DAY BY DAY ITINERARY

Day 01 - Arrive Cochin               
 
Arrive Cochin meet and greet at airport transfer to hotel. Kochi is the only place in the country where you can see Portuguese

Day 02 - In Cochin

6AM TO 7AM - Briefing from Yoga instructor
7AM TO 9AM -   Lectures and practice
9.00 TO 9.30AM – Breakfast
Today visit to Churches, a Jewish Synagogue, Hindu Temples, and Dutch Architecture & Mosque nearly side by side. Late afternoon a memorable experience in any journey in Kerala is a Boat Trip along the Palm Fringed Lakes & Backwaters of the Area; we enjoy this extraordinary excursion today. As we sail along the shady canals we see cantilevered Chinese fishing nets. From our launch, we enjoy use of narrow produced –Laden dugouts & the everyday life of families living on narrow spits of land between the waters. This evening we attend the performance of the Kathakali, one of India’s most famous Classical dances. Lavish Costumes & Exotic makeup & Masks intensify the beauty of the dancers, intricate moments. Overnight stay. 

Day 03 - Cochin – Munnar 130 kms / 2 Hrs

7.00AM TO 9.00AM - Yoga Practice
9.00 AM TO 9.30AM – Breakfast
11.30AM. After breakfast drive to Munnar. Upon arrival check in hotel. Munnar – is situated at the confluence of three mountains streams – Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni & Kundala. Munnar is a famous tea plantation, picture book towns, winding lanes and holiday facilities make this a popular hill station. Later visit to Matt petty – 13 kms away from Munnar, situated at a height of 1700m. It is famous for its highly specialized Dairy Farm – the indo Swiss livestock project. Over a hundred verities of high yielding cattle’s are reared here. Visitors are allowed to 3 of the 11 cattle shades at the farm. Overnight stay at the Hotel. (B, L, D)

 Day 04 - In Munnar 

7.00AM TO 9.00AM - Yoga Practice
9.00 AM TO 9.30AM – Breakfast
Visit to Mattupetty Lake & dam which is just a short distance from the farm, is a very beautiful picnic spot. This sprawling Kundala tea plantations and the Kundala Lake are the other attraction in the vicinity. Overnight stay at Munnar. (B, L, D)

Day 05 - Munnar - Periyar 110 kms / 2 Hrs

7.00AM TO 9.00AM - Yoga Practice
9.00 AM TO 9.30AM – Breakfast
10.30 AM. Drive to a tranquil hill retreat, the Spicy Village. Along the way we pass through Tea, Cinnamon, and Clove & Cardamom plantations –beautiful to see & smell! Our hotel is set in a Spicy Garden & has been molded after the Tribal dwellings of the area; each Cottage has thatched roof & a deep, Airy Verandah.
This evening we visit the nearby Periyar Game Sanctuary; Game viewing here is like no other Safari experience. We simply relax in a Motor Launch & sail along as heard of Elephant & Bison come into view. During the dry season Tigers & Panthers come down to the Lake shore for a drink – be sure to have plenty of film on hand. Overnight stay. (B, L, D)

       
Day 06 - Periyar Yoga Classes

7.00AM TO 9.00AM - Yoga Classes
9.00AM TO 9.30 Breakfast
Afternoon is free for own activities. Later another Game viewing in the park
5.00PM TO 7.00PM Yoga classes and lecture. (B, L, D)

Day 07 - Periyar - Kumarakom 124 kms

7.00AM TO 8.AM Yoga classes
8.00AM TO 8.30AM Breakfast
10.00AM Leave After breakfast drive to Kumarakom.

If you have ever wondered how time stands still, you have come to the right place. The Kumarakom is the land of unique characteristic, panoramic backwater stretches. Lush paddy fields, highlands. Enjoy the beauty of back water resort and surrounding on the banks of Vembanad in more than. Stroll through its verdant landscape and you’ll be transported to an era gone by. Where the mystique of the past and the richness of the timeless heritage lives on to this day. (B, L, D)

Day 08 - Back water Cruise

7.00 AM TO 9.00AM Yoga classes
9.00 AM TO 9.30AM Breakfast
11.00 AM.

After breakfast board the to Jetty to meet your way own floating hotel in the famous backwaters. Ketuvallam (An Authentic Kerala Houseboat) - the moving master piece, have been plying the inland waterways of southwest India for untold centuries and originally used as cargo rice. A journey through the backwaters of Kerala which offer one of the world’s truly unforgettable experiences, myriad network of silent lagoons, freshwater river, and hyacinth covered canals that wind their way through colorful corridors of forests, palms and fruit trees. A canoe expedition via an intricate network of canals, through backwater villages where daily continues unaltered, as it has for centuries. You will see lush palm groves and stretches of rice fields. Overnight in House Boat.
Evening Yoga Classes. (B, L, D)
            
DAY 09 - Alleppey - Kovalam 175 kms 4 hrs

9.00 House Boat arrives at Alleppey finishing point jetty. On arrival checkout from house boat after breakfast and transfer to Kovalam.  Kovalam – an uncluttered beach of silvery sands fringed with rows of tall palms, a sheltered bay, and a wide choice of water sports. Kovalam is the perfect place for a seaside holiday. Stroll through the beach side and enjoy the facilities of the resort. Here your stay will be 2 nights. Overnight stay.

DAY 10 - Kovalam

Morning Yoga Classes and Lectures
Day free to enjoy
Evening Yoga Classes and Lectures
After breakfast enjoy the resort facilities spa and Ayurveda, Sauna & Steams. Afternoon Rest & Relax on Beach Resort hotel. Evening Yoga season. Overnight stay. (B, L, D)

Day 11 - Kovalam – Trivandrum 11 kms        

After breakfast Say good-bye to this fascinating Land with sweet and memorable memories transfer to airport to board the flight for onward Destination/ Hometown.

INCLUSION & HIGHLIGHTS

ACCOMMODATION

• 10 Nights Stay in first class hotels / Beach side resort with private bath and shower.
• Inclusive of all Hotel Taxes and service charges

DINNING

• Daily full Buffet Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner at hotel restaurant as suggested By the Instructor.
• Inclusive of Taxes.                                                    

TRANSPORTATION

• All transfers & sightseeing by First class Air conditioned vehicle.
• Services of English Speaking local Guides.
• All State taxes, toll taxes & Parking Charges.
• All monument entry fees wherever applicable.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

• Yoga and Meditation classes under perfect trained coach.
• Traditional Indian Welcome ceremony upon arrival in Cochin.
•  Experience a Safari Cruise in Periyar Game Sanctuary.
•  Boat ride to see the rural life of canal side villages in Cochin.
•  Attend a performance of the Kathakali Classical Dance.
•  Take a lifetime memorable backwater cruise of Kerala.
•  Life time experience to stay in backwater resort in Alleppey

PRICE EXCLUDES

Video & Still Camera, Laundry, Insurance, Tips, Hard drinks, Bear, Telephone Calls and Expenses like Personal Nature. Tips and gratuities, any claim due to natural calamities

Policies & Conditions

We can arrange customize package with your requirement if you are a group of 10 or more.
Required Skill Level   Open to All
Required Equipment Not Applicable

HOLIDAY OVERVIEW

Activities:  Meditation, Yoga
States: Kerala – South India
Country: India
Group Size:At least 10 people
Accommodation: First class Hotels / Beach side Resort
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Insurance: Not Included
Season: November to April