Enchanting Backwaters and Yoga Tours

Duration:

11 Nights / 12 Days

Destination Covered:

Mumbai-Cochin-Alleppey-Gokarna-Mumbai

Reviews

  • India Real Heritage Destinations ! Our tour was well organized and amazing. It was very quick and easy to work with our tour manager Mr. Pragya Chandra. Travel docket was well prepared with all of the details and information we needed, plus recommendations and suggestions. Our driver Anil was excellent, especially in India’s busy streets! He was very pleasant, respectful and always on time. We would love to have him as our driver again. Jodi Parker and Family, United States of America, January 2015
  • A wonderful travel agency! My son and I had a wonderful trip along with a fantastic driver and guide. I appreciate the care and attention you had given us in coming up with our itinerary. Thank you so much for your all positive effort! John, New York, USA, January 2015
  • Rapid Golden Triangle I had a wonderful experience in Golden Triangle Tour of North India! Everything was pre plan according to my itinerary, taken care of and I still felt I had the freedom to do what I wanted. I got to see and do so much more than had I tried to do this trip solo. Excellent recommendations from my tour desirner who made us program adaptable to my wishes and price range. My driver was knowledgeable about each locations and gave great suggestions on activities for me (photography related) Echo Blum, United Kingdom, December 2014
  • Nature and culture of Beyond with Sri Lanka I wanted to thank you for all your help in assisting with planning our India Beyond with Srilanka journey. We had a fantastic time in this tour package and our complaint is that our time in Sri Lanka was too short !!! we really enjoyed our holiday, once again thank you for all your help. Emir Avdic, Australia October 2014
  • The trip was great! Everything worked very well The travel itself was well elaborated, the hotels were very well equilibration, from the more basic ones to the luxury resorts as the Dune or the Taj Malabar in Cochin. A very special experience was the trip on the boat (Spice Coast Cruises) -> simply great!
    Also a very big compliment for Shiva, our driver. He was someone we could fully rely upon
    As a summary we were extremely satisfied with the travel and the organization from Shanti Travel.
    Thank you very much for your support, give her our warm regards. Claudia Reinhardt, German, September 2014
  • Rajasthan Royal Fantastic “Very happy with the trip. Rohit Poddar, our Tour Designer was very efficient and thorough! Accommodation was great and we’d like to travel again with Crocus Travel.” Michael, UK, Rajasthan, August 2014
  • Golden Triangle India “Awesome experience! Everything was taken care of & I still felt I had the freedom to do what I wanted. I got to do so much more than had I tried to do this trip solo. Excellent recommendations always !” Miriam, Spain, July 2014
Tour Description

Overview

‘Enchanting Backwaters and Yoga Tours’ is well designed package which gives you the chance to explore the stunning backwaters of the Kerala, one of the most beautiful state in Southern part of India on the Malabar Coast which blessed with unique geographical features that have made it one of the most sought after tourist destinations in India. Kerala is surrounded by backwaters lies with Palm trees, stunning hill stations, wildlife, rich culture and heritage.  You will visit the colonial charm at Cochin. Along with that you will also visit the major attractions of Mumbai. This tour will give you the complete relaxation, you will enjoy the various sessions of Yoga and meditation at each places along with that you will enjoy 07 days full sessions of Yoga and meditation at Gokarna. It is the tinny temple town situated on the western coast in Karnataka. The place is renowned for Mahabhaleshwara temple, which is devoted to Lord Shiva. The duration of the tour is 11 nights and 12 days, which revive your body, mind and soul.

Itinerary

Day 1: Mumbai (Arrival)

Upon arrival in Mumbai, meet our representative, after welcome proceed to the hotel. Mumbai is one of the 6th largest and populated Megacity of the world which is known as the financial, commercial and entertainment capital of India. The city is renowned for its vibrant lifestyle, which conceded as the city that never sleeps.

Check in to the hotel. Rest day is free at leisure. Enjoy the nightlife of the colourful city, explore the Chowpatty beach and test the mouth-watering street foods. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 2: Mumbai 

Today early morning attend the Yoga session being conducted in the hotel premises. After attending the yoga session take a light breakfast. After breakfast proceed to sightseeing tour of Mumbai. Visit the Prince of Wales Museum, Malabar Hills, and the Hanging Gardens that offers a stunning view of the city. The other major tourist attractions to visit in Mumbai include Juhu Beach, Gateway of India, Victoria Terminus and the Dhobi Ghat. In the evening return to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 3: Mumbai – Cochin (By Flight)

After breakfast, transfer to Mumbai airport to board a flight to Cochin. It is one of the most important city of Kerala which is also known as Cochin. Located on the south-west coast in Kerala which is also known as the Gateway to Kerala, situated on the Arabian Sea. The city was also influenced by British, Dutch, and Portuguese, who has left their indelible marks which is spread over the city through the beautiful architecture, culture and traditions. We can still feel the essence of the cultural diversity.

Upon arrival check in to the hotel. Post lunch, enjoy the boat ride. Later, proceed to visit some major attractions of Cochin such as the oldest Synagogue, Chinese fishing nets, St Francis Church and Mattancherry Palace. Stay overnight at the city hotel.

Day 4: Cochin – Alleppey (By Road-54 kilometres)

Today early morning attend yoga session being conducted at the hotel premises. After the breakfast, proceed to board a houseboat to Alleppey. On the board enjoy the breath-taking scenic beauty of the Kerala backwaters. Enjoy dinner and Overnight stay at house boat.

Day 5: Alleppey – Cochin (By Road-54 kilometres) – Goa (By flight) -Gokarna(By Road-145 Kilometres)

Have an early breakfast, then disembark from houseboat at Alleppey. Drive to Cochin airport to board the morning flight to Goa. On reaching Goa airport, meet our representative and are driven to Gokarna.  It is the tinny temple town situated on the western coast in Karnataka. The place is renowned for Mahabhaleshwara temple, which is devoted to Lord Shiva.

Arrive at Gokarna in the late afternoon and check into your pre-booked resorts. Rest of the day is free at leisure, enjoy the meditation and yoga here. Have your dinner at resort. Overnight stay at the resort.

Day 6: Gokarna

Breakfast at hotel, rest day is free at leisure. Later in the day attend yoga and meditation sessions in small groups where instructor. Enjoy the meditation and revive your body, mind and soul. Have your dinner at resort. Overnight stay at the resort.

Day 7: Gokarna

Today after breakfast at hotel, then proceed to visit Mahabhaleshwara temple(Optional). Later in the day attend yoga and meditation sessions in small groups where instructor. Enjoy the meditation and revive your body, mind and soul. Have your dinner at resort. Overnight stay at the resort.

Day 8: Gokarna

Post breakfast at hotel, morning is free at leisure. Later in the day attend yoga and meditation sessions in small groups where instructor. Enjoy the meditation and revive your body, mind and soul. Have your dinner at resort. Overnight stay at the resort.

Day 9: Gokarna

Breakfast at hotel, rest day is free at leisure. Later in the day attend yoga and meditation sessions in small groups where instructor. Enjoy the meditation and revive your body, mind and soul. Have your dinner at resort. Overnight stay at the resort.

Day 10: Gokarna

Today after breakfast at hotel, rest day is free at leisure. Later in the day attend yoga and meditation sessions in small groups where instructor. Enjoy the meditation and revive your body, mind and soul. Have your dinner at resort. Overnight stay at the resort.

Day 11: Gokarna

Today enjoy a leisurely morning exploring the natural surroundings of the resort. Later in the day attend yoga and meditation sessions in small groups where instructor. Enjoy the meditation and revive your body, mind and soul. Have your dinner at resort. Overnight stay at the resort.

Day 12: Gokarna – Goa (By Road-54 kilometres) – Mumbai (By flight)

Today is the last day of the tour. In the morning after breakfast, check-out form the hotel in the morning and drive to Goa. Upon reaching Goa, transfer to Goa airport to board an afternoon flight to Mumbai. As you reach Mumbai, boarding a flight to your onward destination. We hope you have enjoyed your trip and look forward to organizing your next tour with us.

Tour Highlights

Tour Highlights

Tour Highlights

  1. Enjoy the major tourist attractions of Mumbai including Juhu Beach, Gateway of India, Victoria Terminus and the Dhobi Ghat.
  2. Explore the Prince of Wales Museum, at Mumbai
  3. Visit the major tourist attractions of Cochin including Mattancherry Palace, St. Francis Church and the Jewish Synagogue.
  4. Enjoy the spectacular view of giant Chinese Fishing Nets being lowered on the famous Vasco-da-Gama Square
  5. Explore Kerala backwaters in Alleppey On a houseboat.
  6. Attend yoga and meditation sessions in small groups, at Gokarna

Visit Mahabhaleshwara temple (Optional) In Gokarna

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