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india | maldives
kerala & maldives adventure
IMAGE: Villagers fishing in the backwaters near Kerala | Richard I'Anson
maldives dhoni cruise
IMAGE: A traditional dhoni cruise is the best way to explore the turquoise waters of the Maldives
12 DAYS 6 NIGHTS HOTEL 5 NIGHTS DHONI
CRUISE
10 BREAKFASTS, 10 LUNCHES AND 10 DINNERS
6 DAY DHONI CRUISE 1 DAY KAYAKING 2 DAY CYCLE SIGHTSEEING
6 DAYS
5 NIGHTS DHONI
5 BREAKFASTS, 5 LUNCHES AND 5 DINNERS
6 DAY CRUISE
• Succumb to the languid pace of South India life at beach side resorts
• Take in the iconic backwaters of Alleppey by kayak
• Uncover historic Kochi and its colonial architecture
• Unwind with 5 nights aboard an authentic dhoni as you cruise the Maldives
• Explore the rich mangrove ecosystems of Paravur
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Cruise the tranquil waters of the Maldives on an authentic Dhoni Snorkel and explore the marine life beneath the waves
Unwind on some of the most beautiful white sandy beaches in the world Savour delicious meals prepared fresh by your personal chef
ITINERARY | DAY 1 | Join Kochi 2 | Sightseeing in Kochi, then to Marari Beach 3 | Kayaking the tranquil backwaters of Alleppey 4 | Cycle to Paravur (55km) 5 | In Paravur, explore the mangroves by boat 6 | Cycle to Varkala (40km), transfer to Trivandrum 7 | Morning flight to the Male, transfer to Dhoni 8/11 | Cruise the waters of the Maldives, passing numerous islands and atolls 12 | To Male, trip concludes
INCLUSIONS | You’ll love the quality inclusions on this trip. From essential items like most meals, private transportation, accommodation, expert guide, safety equipment and entry fees, there are also a host of ‘additional’ inclusions to enhance your travel experience. View exact inclusions online.
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GRADE | INTRODUCTORY
Kochi Varkala Trivandrum
ITINERARY | DAY 1 | Join Male, transfer to dhoni 2/5 | Cruise the waters of the Maldives, passing numerous islands and atolls with opportunities to visit local fishing villages, swim, snorkel and relax 6 | Return to Male, trip concludes
INCLUSIONS | You’ll love the quality inclusions on this trip. From essential items like most meals, private transportation, accommodation, expert guide, safety equipment and entry fees, there are also a host of ‘additional’ inclusions to enhance your travel experience. View exact inclusions online.
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DISCOVERY AND CRUISING
bike, hike & kayak south india
IMAGE: Visiting local tea plantations enroute to Munnar | Kate Baker
14 DAYS 8 NIGHTS HOTEL 4 NIGHTS HOMESTAY 1 NIGHT HOUSEBOAT
13 BREAKFASTS, 9 LUNCHES AND 4 DINNERS
8 DAY CYCLE 1 DAY KAYAK
Male
WHEN TO GO
Sri Lanka
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Maldives
WHEN TO GO
Sri Lanka
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India
India
Male
J F M A M J J A S O N D TRIP CODE: PIO Speak to our experts for airfares & stopovers
J F M A M J J A S O N D TRIP CODE: MSS Speak to our experts for airfares & stopovers
Relax at overnight moorings amongst the islands
• Cyclebackroadsthroughteaplantations&quainthillsidevillages
• Embark on jeep safaris in search for wild Asiatic Elephants, Bengal
Tigers, Sloth Bears and other wildlife
• TrekthroughrainforesttotheWesternGhats'secondhighestpeak
• Depart on a UNESCO heritage train ride between Coonoor and Ooty
• Experience the delightful backwaters of Kerala
• Explore the historic and culturally rich town of Kochi
• Visit the splendid Mysore Palace
ITINERARY | DAY 1 | Join Bengaluru (Bangalore) 2 | Drive to Mysore 3 | Cycle to Bandipur and Mudumalai (55km) 4 | Cycle to Ooty (33km) 5 | Coonoor UNESCO heritage train, cycle to Mettupalayam (100km) 6 | Cycle (70km), drive to Munnar through tea plantations 7 | Day trek to Meesapulimala (15km) 8 | Cycle the Cardamom Hills (30km), transfer to Periyar National Park 9 | In Periyar 10 | Cycle through Western Ghats to a spice farm (80km) 11 | Cycle (55km) and transfer to Alappuzha (Allepey), kayak through Keralan Backwaters 12 | Backwaters cruise, overnight on houseboat 13 | Cycle to historic Fort Kochi 14 | In Kochi, trip concludes
INCLUSIONS |You’ll love the quality inclusions on this trip which are similar to the trips on this page. View exact inclusions online.
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INTRODUCTORY TO MODERATE
India
Bangalore Ooty
Kochi Alleppey
WHEN TO GO
Munnar Periyar NP
Sri Lanka
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J F M A M J J A S O N D TRIP CODE: SIA
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