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Kerala Houseboat Tour

KERALA HOUSEBOATS

Kerala Backwaters are one of the unique attractions in Kerala, a chain of canals extending about 1500 kms, with a network of 44 rivers, lagoons and lakes. Most of the Kerala backwaters are naturally formed and some of the backwater canals are manmade. Canals are remade for continuous traffic of men and materials. Before the modern transport methods like road and air transport became popular, the main cargo transportation in Kerala was through backwaters by ‘Kettuvalloms’.

The traditional cargoboats are called “KETTUVALLOM” – KETTU means to tie, VALLOM – means boat. So literally translated means boat which are made by wooden planks tied together with coconut ropes and painted with cashew nut oil outside. They are 70 to 100 feet long and 15 to 20 feet wide.

Master craftsmen of these Houseboats of Kerala, is now numbering. Only a few have tremendous knowledge and experience. Without a scale model or drawing, they build these magnificent and beautiful Kettuvalloms. The natural coir fibre once soaked in oil, seal the holes and at the same time yield a little bit on mild impacts saving the boat. The ‘valavara’ the roof of the Kettuvallom is made of split bamboo poles Coir ropes and bamboo mats. The art of roof making is specialty of certain villages in Kerala. You can observe by their deft hands how they make thousands of knots with ropes to make the skeleton and the various decorations.

Backwaters in Kerala form an inherent part of life in Kerala. Newspapers, mail and milk are delivered by boats, members of political party with red flags and Christian missionaries spreading the words of God share the same boats along with fully made up brides and wedding parties.Tour India, a specialist tour operator started with a team of young people about 40 years ago has pioneered the development of backwater tourism by introducing the first Kettuvallam Houseboat (Rice Boat) for comfortable cruising in the canals. This was started in 1991 after several trials and experiments.

These kerala Houseboats are converted ‘kettuvalloms’. They are designed for comfortable cruising and overnight stay.
These kerala Houseboats are known for their unique design use of local and eco-friendly materials like bamboo poles, coconut finer ropes, bamboo mats, carpets etc.These kerala Houseboats invite you to enjoy in a fabulous way to explore the fascinating beauty of backwaters.With their languid grace and quaint design they add another dimension to your cruise in the shimmering blue waters.These kerala Houseboats have single room, double room, triple room configuration with, sun deck and private balcony with comfortable chairs.

The rooms are fully furnished with attached bathrooms with shower, wash basin and flushing WC with tiled floor.
Each Kerala Houseboat has a fully equipped kitchen and an experienced cook to prepare authentic Kerala cuisine with sea food specialties and fresh vegetables. An array of Kerala delicacies are spread for you on a banana leaf and your escort will show you how to eat with fingers.

Here man and nature strike up a balance of co-existing harmoniously beyond the temptations of modernization.

The guest can go for short expedition on cycle or the modified bullock carts which are available to take you higher and higher to enjoy the beauty of village scenarios.
Houseboat cruising includes the visit to the villages, schools, temples, churches, markets, beaches, coir making, tea shops, paddy fields.

Kerala backwater tour is one of the most preferred tour packages for Kerala tours and travel.
Kerala backwaters are one of the unique attractions in Kerala, a chain of canals extending about 1500 kms, with a network of 44 rivers, lagoons and lakes. Most of the Kerala backwaters are naturally formed and some of the backwater canals are manmade. Canals are remade for continuous traffic of men and materials. Before the modern transport methods like road and air transport became popular, the main cargo transportation in Kerala was through backwaters by ‘Kettuvalloms’.

Prime Destination of Backwater Tour Kerala


Kollam Backwaters
Ashtamudi Backwaters
Munrothuruthu Backwaters
Alumkadavu Backwaters
Thottappally Backwaters
Mannar Backwaters
Alleppey Backwaters
Vembanad Backwaters
Kuttanad Backwaters
Kumarakom Backwaters
Fort Kochi ( Cochin) Backwaters

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North India Tour

NORTH INDIA TOUR PACKAGE

The Golden Triangle of North India is one of the most popular and well-received tourist circuits of the country.More detailed information in “Packages Section”. The tour basically covers three of the most vibrant, beautiful and amazing cities of India ¨C Delhi, the country capital over decades, Agra- the seat of power during much of Mughal rule and home to the spectacular Taj Mahal, and Jaipur – the Rajasthani Capital with its traditions of chivalry and valour.

Duration : 5 Nights / 6 Days

Destinations : New Delhi – Agra – Jaipur

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Anyone even slightly acquainted with India would know that she has no one face, no single image. With a full acknowledgement of this reality, the golden triangle tour has been structured in a manner that includes some of her best images and at the same time captures her diversity.

Starting with Delhi, one sees a modern metropolitan that is home to people of different regions, languages, and cultures. Created mainly between the thirteenth and seventeenth centuries, today Delhi is equipped with all the advantages of a modern city, and has the added appeal of having a rich historical and cultural basis that can be seen at every nook and corner in her streets. From the bustling lanes of her old city to the archaic charm of her Lutyens center, to the many monuments that mark the richness of her past, to her shopping arcades and contemporary malls ¨Ceach of these offers a different flavour of the Delhi experience.

From here we move on to Agra where we witness a completely different atmosphere. Agra¡¯s biggest claim to fame is the Taj Mahal that stands as a lasting tribute to love and lovers beyond time. Chosen to be the seat of their power by the mughals, this city began its journey to fame in 1526 with the arrival of the Mughal King Babur. Filled with architectural gems, it also has a rich tradition of handicraft and culture. One of the best things about Agra is that it offers easily accessible and adventurous excursion possibilities like the Bharatpur bird sanctuary, and the Fatehpur Sikri famous for its mystic Sufism.

Then we come to Jaipur. This capital of the state of Rajasthan was actually color washed with pink to create the impression similar to the red standstone of the mughal cities. Like any good tourist spot Jaipur has all the amenities of big city, but its real charm lies only in the inner lanes and streets of her markets. The regal aspect of this desert city is obvious to all who visit her and the atmosphere is infused with the romance, adventure and bravery of an amazingly rich historical tradition. Jaipur is also poplar for its Elephant Festival that is unique to it. Complete with its camels, elephant rides, desert sounds and folk culture, Jaipur is one of the most colourful experiences one can hope to have.
Offering a tour of these 3 completely different but equally riveting cities of India, the Golden Triangle Tour is the best opportunity to imbibe the multifaceted ness and diversity of the sights, sounds, colours, flavours, architecture and all-encompassing beauty of an authentic Indian experience.

DAY 01 ARRIVE DELHI

On arrival at Delhi airport or railway station, our representative will meet you to pick you up and transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day is at your leisure. Stay overnight at the hotel in Delhi.

DAY 02: DELHI

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This morning after breakfast first you will visit old Delhi. The Raj Ghat, Red fort & Jama Masjid are important places to visit, you may also visit Chandni Chowk, spice market etc. Later on proceed to visit the New Delhi. The Qutub Minar, tallest stone tower in India, imposing India Gate and the Rastrapathi Bhawan, Laxmi Narayan Temple, Lotus Temple and, newly built Akshardham temple are of much significance. By evening return to your hotel for overnight stay.

DAY 03: DELHI-AGRA

This morning after breakfast you will drive to Mughal city Agra and check into your hotel. Enroot you may also visit Mathura-the birth place of Lord Krishana. This afternoon visit the Agra fort, built by the great Emperor Akbar, and the famous Taj Mahal-the symbol of love, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. You may also visit Dayal Bagh. By evening return to your hotel for overnight stay.

DAY 04: AGRA-JAIPUR

This morning after breakfast you will drive to the pink city of Jaipur, enroute you will visit the Fatehpur Sikri, the deserted red sandstone city built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar. On arrival check into your hotel and rest of the day is at leisure. Stay overnight at hotel in Jaipur.

DAY 05: JAIPUR CITY TOUR

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This morning after breakfast visit the Amber fort, built in 16th century, enjoy an elephant ride at Amber. Drive past the Hawa Mahal-a Palace of winds. In the afternoon you will visit the city palace and museum, walk to adjacent Jantar Mantar an astronomical observatory. Rest of the evening is at leisure. Stay overnight at hotel in Jaipur.

DAY 06: JAIPUR TO DELHI

Today you will be transferred back to Delhi airport/railway station for your onward journey.

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Wild Life India Tour

Wildlife India Tour Packages

Rajasthan, land of royal kingdoms and beautiful wildlife sancturies.More detailed information in “Packages Section”.

Many of them were reserved as national parks. Some of them are Ranthambore, Sartiska, Keoladeo Ghana, and many other sanctuaries.The wildlife sanctuaries in Rajasthan offer some of the best wildlife tours in India and can be explored either by jeep or on elephant back. For adventure lovers, these wildlife sanctuaries of Rajasthan provide the kind of excitement that really makes the adrenaline flow.The Rajasthan tour packages takes you to explore the majestic wildlife of Ranthambore, India’s one of the largest tiger reserve under Project Tiger. Home to an exotic variety of animals in a 392 sq km area, one can spot sambhar, cheetal, wild boar, leopard, sloth bear, jackal, hyena among others. A wildlife safari in Ranthambore offers the best of flora and fauna of the desert land as well as plain area near the hills.

Duration : 13 Nights / 14 Days

Destinations : New Delhi – Agra – Jaipur

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DAY 01: Arrive Delhi

On arrival at Delhi international airport, our representative will receive you from the airport arrival lounge, after welcome with garland the representative will assist you until your comfortable check in at the hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.

DAY 02:Delhi – Jaipur (259 Kms)

Morning after breakfast drive to Jaipur. On arrival at Jaipur, check in at pre-booked hotel. Rest of the day free for leisure, or you can visit local market in the evening, overnight stay at hotel.

DAY 03: Jaipur

Morning after breakfast we will take you for an excursion to Amber fort, where one can ascend on Elephant back to reach this massive fort. Later in the afternoon sightseeing tour of Jaipur which includes massive City Palace, Natural Observatory & Palace of Winds. We will also explore the colourful market of Jaipur by the evening. Later transfer to the hotel for overnight stay.

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DAY 04: Jaipur – Ranthambore National Park

Morning after breakfast drive to Ranthambore National park, on arrival check in at Wildlife Resort. After lunch we will take afternoon jeep safari into Ranthambore national park. Overnight stay at wildlife resort.

DAY 05: Ranthambore National Park

Today we will enter twice into the National Park on an open jeep to explore the National Park. Overnight stay at wildlife resort.

DAY 06: Ranthambore National Park – Agra (235 Kms)

Morning after breakfast drive to Agra, famous as being home to one of the Seven Wonders of the world – the “TAJ MAHAL”. The architectural splendor of the mausoleums, the fort and the palaces is a vivid reminder of the opulence of the legendary Mughal Empire, of which Agra was the capital in the 16th and early 17th centuries. While its significance as a political center ended with the transfer of the capital to Delhi in 1634 by Shah Jahan, its architectural wealth has secured its place on the international map. A pleasant town with a comparatively slow pace, Agra is known for its superb inlay work on the marble and soapstone by craftsmen who are descendants of those who worked under the Mughals. The city is also famous for its carpets, gold thread embroidery and leather shoes. On arrival check in at the hotel. In the afternoon free at leisure overnight at hotel.

DAY 07: Agra – Umaria (By overnight Train)

Visit Taj Mahal at dawn. Then transfer to the railway station time to board train for Umaria. Overnight on board.

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DAY 08: Arrive Umaria – Bandhavgarh National Park (35 km)

Upon arrival at umaria railway station our representative will receive you and will transfer you to your hotel check in, at Bandhavgarh National Park. After fresh-n-up & lunch In the afternoon we will go on a jungle safari to the national park to encounter with its impressive wildlife. Overnight stay in Bandhavgarh.

DAY 09: Bandhavgarh National Park

We will continue on our scheduled Jeep safari to the National Park for wildlife viewing (for the same we will enter twice to the national park). Overnight stay at resort.

DAY 10: Bandhavgarh National Park – Kanha National Park (250 km)

Day 10: Bandhavgarh National Park – Kanha National Park (250 km)
Today after our morning jeep safari to the national park, we will drive to Kipling’s country, Kanha National Park. En-Route visit to Fossil Park of Ghuguwa. Fossils belonging to 31 genera of 18 plant families have been identified and these fossils represent life as it occurred in this area some 65 million years ago.
Further continue drive to Kanha. On arrival check into the wildlife resort. After lunch we will explore the nearby area on foot. Overnight stay in Kanha.

DAY 11: Kanha National park

Morning & afternoon Jeep safari to the National Park for wildlife viewing. Overnight stay at resort.

DAY 12: Kanha National park

We will continue on our scheduled Jeep safari to the National Park for wildlife viewing. Overnight stay at resort.

DAY 13: Kanha National Park – Nagpur (270 km) – Delhi (By flight)

After enjoying a lavish breakfast, we will drive to Nagpur airport. Upon arrival board the flight for Delhi. Upon arrival at Delhi airport our representative will receive you & transfer you to the hotel. Rest of the time at leisure. Overnight stay at hotel.

DAY 14: Delhi – Departure

Morning sightseeing tour of Delhi, including Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Qutub Minar and Lotus Temple. Later transfer to the International airport on time, to board the flight for onward destination.