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Hideaways @ Kerala
7 Nights / 8 Days Holiday Package

Having presented luxurious comforts set in the brilliance of heritage on the very lap of nature, Kumarakom Lake Resort would now like to present the many and most scenic destinations of Kerala to every discerning traveler. Understanding the expectations of the astute vacationer we have put together exclusive tailor- made packages that take you through the most beautiful that Kerala has to offer, giving to you the most lush and premium hideaways at each of these exotic destinations, ensuring that your entire holiday is filled with memorable experiences of sights seen and destinations enjoyed.

Day 1

On arrival at Cochin International Airport, you are greeted and whisked away to Hotel Forte Kochi at the quaint beach town of Kerala, Fort Cochin.

Choose to spend the rest of the day at leisure at the hotel or set off on an exploration spree and take a walking tour of the ancient harbor of Cochin, with its rich majestic past. Also known as Kochi, Cochin has one of the finest natural harbors in the world and its 'Chinese fishing nets', introduced by early traders from the court of Kublai Khan, are a landmark of the Malabar Coast. The St. Francis church the oldest European-built church in India and where Vasco da Gama, the famous explorer and discoverer of India had once been buried until his remains were taken back to Portugal and the Santa Cruz Basilica, the second oldest basilica in India, are just around the corner from your hotel as well.

Or choose to take a guided tour* to the Mattancherry Palace or Dutch Palace built in 1653. Stroll down the old spice market at Mattancherry, shop at the famed antique stores on Jew Street, and visit the ancient Jew Synagogue, one of the few remnants of a community that had once thrived greatly in this small town. In the evening choose to relax and experience the rare laidback charm of Cochin on a lazy harbor cruise** or enjoy a traditional Kathakali performance***.

Overnight at the Hotel Forte Kochi

* Optional - Guided tour to the Mattancherry Palace or Dutch Palace.

** Optional - Evening Harbour Cruise at Fort Cochin.

*** Optional - Kathakali performance at Fort Cochin.

Day 2

After breakfast, depart from the coastal plain, traveling winding hill roads consistently wrapped on either side with lush plantations of rubber, spice and tea. En-route take a break for lunch at the Plantation House and then continue to eventually arrive at Thekkady, the entrance to the Periyar National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary. Check in at the hotel and spend the rest of day in leisure and enjoy various in-house activities of the hotel including exclusive cooking demonstrations and cultural programs followed by dinner.

Overnight at Shalimar Spice Gardens, Thekkady.

Day 3

After breakfast take a guided walking tour through a spice plantation and enjoy a personal experience of the nurturing of many spices that add immense flavor to life, such as cardamom, pepper, vanilla and coffee. Choose to take a short trek in the forests that surround the lake or take an early evening cruise on Lake Periyar and look out for a glimpse of innumerable, even rare species of wild animals that inhabit this wildlife sanctuary, out for a drink at the lake.

This amazingly beautiful national park owes its existence to a dam constructed on the river Periyar in 1895. The resulting reservoir measures 55 square kilometers and the Park itself measures 777 square kilometers. It is one of 18 Parks in India that make up Project Tiger and whilst it boasts a healthy population of these big cats, due to its topography, the chances of a sighting are quite rare. However, you are sure to see wild elephants, monkeys, wild boar, antelopes, darters, cormorants, ospreys, kingfishers, drongos, fish owls, kites, hornbills, hill mynahs, herons, white egrets and orioles.

Overnight at Shalimar Spice Gardens, Thekkady.

Day 4

After breakfast descend once more to sea level and head to Kerala's famous 'backwaters', a complex network of lakes, canals and rivers that support a beautiful, fragile eco-system, all at Kumarakom, a quiet village tucked away on the banks of the picturesque Vembanad Lake.

Kumarakom Lake Resort, the renowned luxury heritage resort, acclaimed several times over as India's leading resort, will be your home for the next two days. Relax and enjoy the brilliance of abundant nature amidst exotic heritage set in the lap of plush luxury at this resort created from restored authentic ancient homes and nestled right on the banks of one of the widest lakes of Asia.

Evening finds you on a sunset cruise on the lake, in a converted rice boat adrift to a flute accompaniment. Return to the resort and settle down to enjoy a rare cultural performance of authentic Kerala arts followed by dinner.(B)

Overnight at Kumarakom Lake Resort.

Day 5

Awaken to the call of birdsong and take an early morning guided visit to the bird sanctuary where a Naturalist will assist in helping you sight several rare species of birds including various migratory birds.

Choose an afternoon walk or cycle down to the quaint village of Kumarakom for a firsthand experience of Indian village life or opt to relax at the resort trying out some of the various in-house activities including clay pottery making, weaving, fishing etc.

Relax to the strains of the flute while the sun sets around you once more, as you enjoy the sunset cruise. Complete the day with another rare cultural performance of Kerala.

Overnight at Kumarakom Lake Resort.

Day 6

After breakfast, check-in on the resort's traditionally styled luxury houseboat, where you are cared for by an immaculate crew and a personal chef. Settle down to enjoy the serene charm of the famous Vembanad Lake with a breezy cruise from Kumarakom to Alleppey on a Houseboat (Kettuvallam), a popular and unique attribute of Kerala. Enjoy a romantic candle-lit dinner on the houseboat right in the middle of the lake and experience the thrills of mooring for the night right on the glistening lake!

The backwaters are the finest jewels in Kerala's crown. An intricate system of lakes, rivers and small canals that supports an incredible variety of wildlife, particularly birds, and where you will see traditional village life as it has been lived for centuries. A holiday in Kerala is incomplete without a houseboat cruise!

Overnight stay on Kumarakom Lake Resort's Houseboat.

Day 7

Return to disembark at Kumarakom Lake Resort and check in back to your room, which will be ready for you on arrival.

Choose to take a guided tour to Kottayam* and visit its array of ancient churches and temples or opt just to relax with a long dip in the pool.

Spend the entire day at leisure as you reach the tail-end of your holiday.

Overnight at Kumarakom Lake Resort.

Day 8

Check-out from hotel and transfer to Cochin International Airport for your onward flight.

(In Summary - One Night at Cochin, Two Nights at Thekady, Three nights at Kumarakom & One night on the H ouseboat)

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RESERVATIONS, DEPOSITS & FINAL PAYMENTS

The carefully selected programs featured in this itinerary tend to sell out fast. As such, early reservations are essential to ensure availability of rooms. A deposit of $500 per person is due at the time of reservation. (A higher deposit may be required for some tours). If deposit is not received at our offices within 7 days from the date of reservations, bookings are subject to cancellation. After receipt of deposit by us, any changes made to the reservation will incur a processing fee of US$ 25 per change (see also cancellation clause). Final payment is due to Hideaways@Kerala 60 days prior to departure date (Some Tours may require final payment 90 Days prior). If the reservation is made within the last 60 days of departure, the entire tour price must be paid at the time of reservation.

PRICES, RATES & FARES

Unless otherwise indicated, all price rates shown are in Indian Rupees and are per couple sharing a double-bedded hotel room. Quoted tour prices in any other currency are based on current rates of exchange, tariffs and taxes as of print date above. H@K reserves the right to increase tour prices to cover increased costs of tariffs, taxes, park fees and fluctuations in foreign exchange markets. Due to constant fluctuation in fuel surcharges and taxes H@K is unable to publish airfares. Excellent fares, matching the tour, are available upon request at the time of booking.

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS

All participants must be in possession of a passport valid for 6 months beyond the re-entry date into your home country. Please check your visa requirements at time of booking. It is the passenger's responsibility to ensure that all his or her visa and passport requirements are met.

TOUR INFORMATION

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CANCELLATIONS & CHANGES

Due to the special nature of the programs featured, suppliers impose rigid cancellation fees; please be aware that H@K has no control over such fees and cannot make any exceptions to these charges.

Note: All cancellations must be received by H@K in writing; cancellations will be effective when the written notice is received at H@K's offices. If a cancellation is received after H@K is in possession of the initial deposit, but more than 60 days prior to departure (or 90 days if applicable), the cancellation fee incurred will be $250 per person (a higher cancellation fee may apply to some tours). If cancellation is received between 59 and 45 days (or 89 - 45 days) prior to departure the fee incurred will be 25% of the entire tour price. If final payment has been received before 60 days (or 90 days) prior to departure, and cancellation occurs, the fee incurred will be 25% of the entire tour price. Cancellation/s received between 44 days and 30 days prior to departure will be charged a fee of 50% of the entire tour price. NO REFUNDS whatsoever will be made for cancellations received within the last 30 days prior to departure.

UNUSED TOUR ITEMS

No refund will be made for any unused accommodations, missed meals, transportation segments, cruise portions, sightseeing tours or any other service. Such unused items are neither refundable nor exchangeable (no exceptions).

YOUR TOUR PRICE INCLUDES ACCOMMODATIONS

Accommodations on a double occupancy basis, will be provided at the property specified or similar. Rooms will be assigned as specified in the itinerary.

MEALS

Meals for each tour are included as stated on itinerary.

SIGHTSEEING & LAND TOUR SERVICES

The following services are included in your tour price: transportation between the airports and hotels.

Sightseeing will be via private car and other modes of transportation (air conditioned where necessary and available), as determined by the nature of the terrain and as outlined in the itinerary.

LUGGAGE

Arrangements include transportation and transfer of two standard sized suitcases per person.

TOUR PRICE EXCLUSIONS

Your tour price does not include: All items of a personal nature including alcoholic beverages (except on certain occasions): meals not specified, tips to tour guides; excess baggage charges; cancellation, health, accident and baggage insurance; and any items not specifically listed as included.

PHOTOGRAPHY

H@K reserves the right to take photographs during the operation of any program and to use resulting photographs for promotional purposes. Any passengers who prefer that their images not be used are asked to notify their tour escort at the beginning of the program.

RESPONSIBILITY-LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

H@K acts only in the capacity as an agent for the hotels and contractors providing accommodations, transportation or other services to the client. The client is advised that H@K purchases such transportation, hotel accommodations, restaurant and other services from various independent suppliers who are not affiliated with H@K. H@K makes every effort to select the best suppliers of the aforementioned services. However, H@K does not control the operations of these agents and as a result, CANNOT BE HELD LIABLE FOR ANY PERSONAL INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE OR OTHER CLAIM which may occur as the result of any and or all of the following: (1) the wrongful, negligent or arbitrary acts or omissions on the part of the independent supplier, agent, its employees or others who are not under the direct control or supervision of H@K; (2) defects or failures of any vehicle or other instrumentality which is under the control of an independent supplier; or (3) loss, injury or damage to person, property or otherwise, resulting directly or indirectly from any Acts of God, dangers, incidents at sea, fire, breakdown in machinery or equipment, or wars (whether declared or not), hostilities, civil disturbances, strikes, riots, thefts, pilferage, medical epidemics, quarantines, or customs regulations, defaults, delays or cancellations or alterations in itinerary due to schedule changes, or from any causes beyond H@K's control. Further, H@K is not liable for any loss or damage resulting from insufficient or improperly issued passports, visas or other legal documents. All coupons, exchange orders, receipts, contracts and tickets issued by H@K are issued subject to any and all tariffs, terms, and conditions under which any services are provided by such hotels, owners or contractors or by their person in employ.

RESERVATION OF RIGHTS

H@K (when deemed necessary) reserves the right to: (1) cancel any itinerary or any part of it; (2) make any alterations to the itinerary (including, but not limited to, alterations to substitution of hotels); and (3) decline to accept or to retain any person as a tour passenger should such person's health, mental or physical condition, in the sole opinion of H@K, impede the operation of the tour of the other passengers. Tour members are held responsible for being in sufficient good health to undertake the tour. If a passenger is asked to leave while the tour is in progress, that person will be responsible for charges incurred on account of such departure from the tour and or their return to their home country. In such a case, H@K will refund any monies that can be recovered for the unused portion of the tour, taking into account additional charges incurred by H@K. Other than to refund such sum, H@K will accept no further liability or obligation toward that person or third party.

DISCLAIMER

H@K is not responsible for any errors, omissions or misquotes contained in this brochure or any other accompanying promotional documentation. The contents of said brochure or promotional documentation may be changed at any time (including, but not limited to, rates and itinerary) without notice and at H@K's sole discretion.

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For Reservation:
+91 8069 111111
reservationklr@thepaul.in
Address:
Kumarakom Lake Resort,
Kumarakom North Post - Kottayam
686 563, Kerala, India
Phone:
+91 481 2524900, Fax: +91 481 2524987.
E-MAIL:
reservationklr@thepaul.in

If you would prefer to have your travel arrangements made for you by your travel professionals, they will be familiar with the Global Distribution System (GDS) which routes your enquiry directly to the global reservation system. Our codes are:

Apollo/Galileo: YX I0727

Sabre: YX 64238

Worldspan:YX COKKL

Amadeus:YX COKKLR



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KUMARAKOM LAKE RESORT

Step away from the mundane and come discover a timeless realm of extraordinary experiences...

Infinity Swimming Pool

The large, tranquil pool at Kumarakom Lake Resort presents the vivid illusion of being a part of the shimmering lake. In the freshness of the mornings or the cool breezy evenings the poolside offers the perfect antidote for tired limbs after a hectic day of leisure.

Fitness Centre

At Kumarakom Lake Resort, work out with the assistance and guidance of professional instructors. Our Fitness Centre offers a whole gamut of ultra modern branded fitness equipment etc.

Fun Activities

While at the resort guests can try a hand at fishing, learn pottery, so go on, take your pick!

Vembanad - Coastal Cuisine Specialty Restaurant

Discover a wide array of rare coastal choices including Coorg and Kerala specialties. Come treat yourself to an exotic and memorable culinary journey.