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8 Days / 7 Nights Home Staying Kerala
Day - 01
Cochin :- Arrival at Cochin Airport. Transfer by road to Thani Illam - short form of Thannikkatt Illam( family name) - the original home of a Kerala Brahmin family
The Hosts - Mr.TS Parameswaran & Mrs.S.Saradammal
Cuisine - Kerala vegetarian cuisine and no liquor is allowed
PM - Visit elephant Kraal(training center), Overnight at Thani Illam
Day - 02
Cochin :- Visit to Nagarjuna Ayurvedic Centre.Interaction with the doctors and if interested can opt for an Ayurvedic Massage.Overnight at Thanil Illam
Day - 03
Vagamon :- Transfer by road to Vagamon.Stay at Vanilla County.

Vanilla County Estate bungalow, is over 55 years old and is spacious with its 5000 quare feet interiors. The Estate Bungalow is set amidst 150 acres of rubber and other spices gardens.
The fresh filter coffee and tea served are the offerings of the estate's own plantations. This is also a great opportunity to stay with a Keralan family and enjoy home cooked food, opportunities to see organic spice, fruit and vegetable farms, swim in a series of natural pools, trekking, elephant rides and plantation visits.
Day - 04
Vagamon :- Plantation visits, Trekking, Farmining activities etc. Overnight at Vanilla County.
Day - 05

Alleppey :- Check out after breakfast and Transfer by road to Alleppey. Stay at Emerald Isle

Emerald Isle Heritage Home is situated in an island resplendent with exotic flora, breathtaking flowers, myriad birds and butterflies to make for a memorable holiday. A truly wonderful way to spend your time on the banks of the backwaters of Kerala.Overnight at Emerald Isle
Day - 06

Alleppey :- You have a variety of options to spend the day-Witness traditional paddy harvesting.Marvel at the process of tapping toddy, a local alcoholic drink taken from the coconut trees. At Emerald Isle Heritage Villa you can also enjoy the experience of travelling in Country Boats through the small village canals watching the life of village pass by you.Or you could also visit the ancient Bhagawati temple or the 1000 year-old Saint Mary's Church ……all just a row away.Overnight at Emerald Isle.

Day - 07
Cochin :- Transfer by road to Cochin.Check-in at Gramam.

Gramam, the beautiful home of Byju and Lyma is located on the banks of the backwaters, in Kumbalangi village about 10 Kms on the outskirts of Kochi (Cochin). Set in rustic, sylvan surroundings, the house is well connected to the heritage zone of Fort Kochi and Mattancherry.
Later walk around to see the village life. Educate yourself on Prawn Fishing and Coir making.
Day - 08
AM : City tour of Cochin and later departure transfer to Cochin AirPort.
Tour Cost -US$500 per pax and the same covers for

· Accommodation on Twin Sharing basis.
· Meal Plan -Fullboard.Except at Gramam which is on Bed and breakfast basis.
· All Taxes
· Tours and transfers in 01 Ac Car.
Applicable only for FITs.
For more details mail us at gopucok@marveltour.net or jacobcok@marveltour.net