Thursday, July 14, 2011

Houseboat Cruise in Kerala


Package Overview

Enjoy a cruise at leisure in the Kerala backwaters on our traditional houseboat or 'Kettuvallom', to carry you through the narrow waterways and villages into Vembanad Lake and the magnificent Kerala backwaters. 
Backwaters are an amazing phenomenon of Kerala - a necklace of lagoons lakes, canals and rivers that run through the length of this beautiful land. In fact much of Kerala's uniqueness lies in its backwaters - found nowhere else in the world. The most important attraction for a tourist visiting Kerala is obviously, the inland water-ways, lakes, lagoons etc. All these lakes are navigable and a houseboat or boat house journey through this lake is a memorable experience. One can enjoy the beauty of the greenery on both sides in Kerala with paddy fields and other, feasts for your eyes while on a cruise in the houseboat (Kettuvallam). The Kerala house boats (Kettuvallams) are also made in the traditional Kerala style architecture and a houseboat journey is going to remain in your memory for the rest of your life. 
Dona Holidays, an active Tour Operator and Travel organization in India providing tourism and travel related information and services. Our team consists of qualified professionals who are well versed with the complexities of the travel and tourism Trade. We keep ourselves updated with recent developments and are equipped to cater to all requirements of our guests. We are willing to take up challenges and will be very happy to explore new areas in tourism.

Package Itinerary
   
Day 01 : Alleppey
Arrival at Alleppey , you will be met by our representative and will transferred to Houseboat (2 hrs from airport). Check in at houseboat. Houseboat cruise is the best way to explore the beauty of backwaters Rest of the day at leisure on the House Boat. Sit back and relax while the boat cruises through the narrow serene backwater canals. Lunch, Evening Tea/Coffee with snacks, dinner and enjoy your evening on the sundeck away from polluted cities and maddening crowd. Only disturbance will be twinkle of a shining star or diving of a fish around you to say hello by waving its tail from the lake. Overnight stay in the Houseboat.

Day 02 : Alleppey - Kumarakom
Enjoy the moning breakfast , continue the cruise to kumarakom , through Vembanady lake, visit pathiramanal (sands of midnight), an enchanting island on the lake, you can seavarieties of migratory birds from different parts of the world. A cruise along the Vembanad Lake is the best way to experience the beauty of backwater, Dinner and overnight in Houseboat.
Day 03 : Kumarakom - Alleppy (Departure)
Morning at leisure on House Boat experience the pollution free air and after a good breakfast at 0900 Hrs check out from houseboat at Alleppey.

End of Services

Package Inclusions:



  • Beautiful A/C House Boat Accommodation.
  • All Meals Served on Board.
  • Alleppey to Alleppey (or) Kumarakom to Kumarakom Cruise.
  • All Applicable Taxes.
  • Package Exclusions:
  • Items of personal nature.
  • All other than mentioned above


IMPCheck In : 12.00 Hrs | Checkout : 9.30 Hrs


LUXURY HOUSE BOATS
ONE BED ROOM 
(02 PAX)
TWO BED ROOM 
(04 PAX)
THREE BED ROOM 
(06 PAX)
EXTRA PAX
Alleppey round trip
USD 347
USD 482
USD 617
USD 67
Alleppey - Thottapally
USD 392
USD 527
USD 661
USD 67
Alleppey - Kumarakom
USD 381
USD 516
USD 650
USD 67



 PRICE INFO AND VALIDITY:


  • The above quote is valid From 01th October 2011 to 31th March 2012
  • The above quote is valid for the mentioned paying persons only
  • The above rates are based on presently prevailing taxes and entrances to the monuments. If there is any change, prices will also change accordingly.
  • Given rates are based on present rate of exchange and incase of fluctuation they may change.
  • In case of waitlisted booking we have to hold the alternate, for which we will advise the supplement OR reduction accordingly.
  • Off Season : 01th April 2011 to 30th September 2011 Special 20% Discounts from Published Tariff




Sunday, July 3, 2011

Fascinating Backwaters

Alleppey – Houseboat

Package Overview
Enjoy the mystic sights and sounds of God's own country aboard a floating villa with an unforgettable backwaters experience.
A cruise along the palm-fringed waterways of Kerala in a beautiful houseboat is the most enchanting holiday experience in India today. In this world of simple pleasures, you will skim past ancient Chinese fishing nets, water lilies, lush paddy fields, coir villages, rustic homes, temples and coconut groves.
Traditionally, the houseboat or Kettuvallam - is a boat made by tying together pieces of wood. Unbelievable as it may sound, not a single nail is used in the making of a traditional Kettuvallam. Today these giant 80-foot long crafts have been adapted into luxuriously furnished houseboats. Listed among the 50 must-see places in the world, the backwaters in Kerala are a network of exquisite channels, lakes, lagoons and deltas of approximately 44 rivers emptying into the Arabian Sea.

Package Itinerary
Day 01 : Alleppey
Embark the house boat at 12.00 hrs followed by a welcome drink, and cruise through Kerala’s largest lake Vembanad, crisscrossing rivers, paddy fields, coconut lagoons, narrow canals and coir villages, Kuttanad - Rice Bowl of Kerala, experience traditional fishing in close clusters.




Day 02 : Alleppey
In the morning have a good breakfast along with a wonderful sunrise cruise thereafter disembark the house boat at 9.30 Hrs.


End of Services




Package Inclusions:
  • Beautiful A/C House Boat Accommodation.
  • All Meals Served on Board.
  • Alleppey to Alleppey (or) Kumarakom to Kumarakom Cruise.
  • All Applicable Taxes.
Package Exclusions:
  • Items of personal nature.
  • All other than mentioned above.
IMP:  Check In: 12.00 Hrs | Checkout: 9.30 Hrs


TOUR PRICES:




PREMIUM HOUSE BOATS
ONE BED ROOM 
(02 PAX)
TWO BED ROOM 
(04 PAX)
THREE BED ROOM 
(06 PAX)
EXTRA PAX
Alleppey round trip
USD 213
USD 325
USD 437
USD 34
Alleppey - Thottapally
USD 258
USD 370
USD 482
USD 34
Alleppey - Kumarakom
USD 246
USD 359
USD 471
USD 34

PRICE INFO AND VALIDITY: 
  • The above quote is valid From 01th October 2011 to 31th March 2012
  • The above quote is valid for the mentioned paying persons only
  • The above rates are based on presently prevailing taxes and entrances to the monuments. If there is any change, prices will also change accordingly.
  • Given rates are based on present rate of exchange and incase of fluctuation they may change.
  • In case of waitlisted booking we have to hold the alternate, for which we will advise the supplement OR reduction accordingly.
  • Off Season : 01th April 2011 to 30th September 2011 Special 20% Discounts from Published Tariff