DAY 01:
You will be met and greeted on arrival and transferred to your hotel..

DAY 02:
During the morning excursion to Elephanta Caves, across the harbour you will see the world famous Elephanta Caves - 1200 years old and dedicated to Lord Shiva. The famous sculpture signifying the Trinity of the Creator, the Preserver and the Destroyer is situated here. The city’s long association with the British is reflected in the old world charm of its buildings made in the Indo-Saracen style. Some of the well-known landmarks are the Gateway of India at Apollo Bunder overlooking the harbour. Half day city tour of Mumbai will include a visit to the Prince of Wales Museum, Marine drive, Mani Bhawan (Gandhi House), Flora Fountain, Kamla Nehru Park and finally to the Hanging gardens.

DAY 03:
In the morning transfer to airport for flight to Cochin, assistance on arrival and transfer to your beach resort. Later in the evening witness a live performance of Kathakali dance drama, at the Kathkali center. Overnight stay.

DAY 04:
Explore Cochin, a port city with a rich past and bustling present. Kochi is an attractive city with serene backwaters, golden sunsets and lagoons-which are overhung with feathery coconut palms. It also has picturesque Islands-Vypeen, Willingdon, Ramanthuruth, Vallarpadam and Bolghatty - all of which contribute to its beautiful cityscape. The interesting Jewish Synagogue - the oldest in India and the Mattancherry Palace of the former maharajas form part of this picturesque city. Also visit Chinese fishing nets on their cantilevered stands. The technique came from Kubla Khans court and till date serves the purpose.

DAY 05:
In the morning proceed by surface to Alleppey or Alappuzha, with its labyrinth of canals, bridges and a long silver beach, makes for a memorable holiday. On arrival check-in at Deluxe House Boat along Kerala scenic Backwaters - a unique web of lakes, lagoons, canals and rivers - are an integral part of Kerala. The houseboat takes a fascinating cruise at a leisurely and relaxing pace. Overnight stay at the Deluxe House Boat

DAY 06:
In the morning, check-out from the house boat and transfer to your resort hotel. The day is at leisure to enjoy delicacies of Kerala. Kumarakom slumbers on the banks of the famous Vembanad Lake, which is a part of Kuttanad (''granary'' of Kerala). The Vembanad Lake with its majestic canals, streams and distributaries along its banks weave an intricate and enchantingly beautiful web. The gorgeous green of the fringed palms ripple in the blue waters and blend into wavelets. On the southern bank of Kavanar river, is a small bird sanctuary where numerous species of birds, including Darters, Bitterns, Brahminy kites, Marsh Harries, Teals and several varieties of Herons roost. An ideal place for an avid bird watcher.

DAY 07:
After breakfast proceed by surface to Periyar (110 km / 3 hrs), best known for its wildlife, is a must-see for all visitors to Kerala, on arrival check-in at the hotel, afternoon Boat cruise in The Periyar Lake which lies at the heart of the sanctuary which is a veritable paradise for all wildlife lovers. One can view the animals in their natural surroundings while cruising on the lake, or better still come within a few feet of a herd of wild elephants. The majestic gaur, deer, wild boar and the distinctive Nilgiri langur are often spotted along the lake, as also water birds.
Periyars wildlife variety includes the tiger, sambar, barking deer, mouse deer, the nilgiri tahr, wild dog, porcupine, lion tailed macaque, Malabar squirrel and the sloth bear. The reserve has also attractions for the bird watcher as varieties of birds like the hornbill, blue winged parakeet, whistling thrush, flycatcher and water birds are to be seen here.

Day 08:
In the morning drive to Cochin airport (185 km / 5 hrs) to catch your flight to Mumbai, assistance on arrival and transfer to international airport for your flight to onward destination.