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Arrive at Mumbai (formerly known as Bombay), India's most cosmopolitan city where you are greeted and escorted to your hotel.

Later leave by motor launch & travel across the harbour to the world famous Elephanta caves: 9 km by sea from Gateway of India. From Gateway of India regular ferry service are available. A ferry ride across the harbour takes you to Gharapuri, the local name for Elephanta. These eight-century rock-cut caves were hewn out of the hills and sculpted intricately. Three avenues made from four rows of massive columns cut into the main rock lead to the 18-ft high imposing structure of Maheshmurti - depicting Shiva as the creator, destroyer & Preserver. It has been often erroneously called the Trimurti. Overnight stay. 

Fly for Calicut which is also known as Kozhikode. Enjoy the scenic drive and eye-catching beauty and panoramic views of natural green surroundings. After arriving check into the hotel. Later enjoy a short tour to the Pazhassi Raja museum - ancient mural paintings, antique bronzes, old coins and models of temples and megalithic monuments are seen. Moreover visit Public library, Town hall, Mananchira tank, Kappad beach - This is the historic beach where Vasco da Gama landed on the 27th of May 1498 with 170 men in three vessels and the Beypore beach. Evening will be at leisure. Overnight stay. 

In the morning drive to we set out for Mahe, the cultural hub of Kerala. After reaching check into the hotel. The afternoon is reserved for a tour of the beautiful fort and the mosque in Mahe. In the evening witness the true essence of culture and art of Kerala. Later visit the Kerala traditional dance centre where you will see the “Thayum” and “Kalari Pati” unravel in front of your eyes. Overnight stay. 

After breakfast drive to Wayanad - it is one of the districts in Kerala that has been able to retain its pristine nature. Hidden away in the hills of this land are some of the oldest tribes, as yet untouched by civilization. Wayanad is known for its picturesque mist clad hill stations, sprawling spice plantations, luxuriant forests and rich cultural traditions. Overnight stay.

Today after breakfast, visit other tourist attractions such as Nanjangud, Kalpetta, Edakkal caves. Afternoon take a short excursion to Sultan Battery passing through thick forest of rubber, tea, oranges, coffee estate & other cash crops.Sultan Battahry name was derived by Tipu Sultan, who built a fort here. Later visit Jain temple and Banasura Sagar dam. This is the largest earth dam in India. After sightseeing drive back to Wayanad. Overnight stay.

After breakfast drive to Kochi – it is the only place in the country where you can see St. Francis church, Jewish synagogue, Hindu temples, Dutch palace & Mosque nearly side by side. This evening enjoy a boat Trip along the palm fringed lakes & backwaters of the area. As you will sail along the shady canals,  you will see cantilevered Chinese fishing nets. Later attend the performance of the Kathakali, one of India’s most famous classical dance. Lavish costumes & exotic makeup & masks intensify the beauty of the dancers, intricate moments. Overnight stay. 

After breakfast drive to Munnar. Upon arrival check into the hotel. Munnar is situated at the confluence of three mountains streams – Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni & Kundala. Later visit Mattupetty – 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 varieties of high yielding cattles are reared here. Visit Mattupetty lake & dam 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.

Drive to a tranquil hill retreat of Periyar. Upon arrival check into the hotel. In the evening enjoy Safari cruise with best trained guide in Periyar game sanctuary– the best way to see & enjoy the Wildlife Activities, cruise in the Periyar lake in the cool surroundings and the panorama spreads around tropical jungles, wild elephants & birds of myriad varieties. With an area of 777 sq kms in the hills of western ghats amongst the animals are wild elephants, wild boar, sambar, tiger, leopard, wild dog and monkey which can be seen and photographed at close quarters. Overnight stay. 

After breakfast cruise the backwaters & explore the rural life in & around Alleppey to Kumarakom. Lifetime experience Houseboat - the moving master piece, have been plying the inland waterways of southwest India for untold centuries and originally used as cargo rice boats. The fully furnished and palm covered boats (single & double) bedrooms with attached bath, sit out, kitchen and living room made of traditional wood. In each houseboat, there is 3 men staff (crew), comprising a cook and two well-trained punters throughout the cruise. Punters stand on each end of the boat for punting and directing the boat. Kerosene-lit lamps along will be available for light and mosquito nets will be provided. Traditional vegetarian and non-vegetarian Kerala cuisine is served. 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. You will see lush palm groves and stretches of rice fields. 

After leisurely morning transfer to Thiruvananthapuram airport for onward destination.

The above itinerary can be further customized as per your travel requirements.