Kochi / Periyar / Kumarakom / Kollam / Trivandrum
Founder and owner of Delhi’s famous Om Yogashala (Yoga centre), Mini Thapar is one of the most recognised faces of India’s booming wellness industry. Her classes, designed with a holistic approach and creatively structured for all levels of practitioners, are much sought-after amongst the who’s who of the country. Trained in Hatha Yoga, Mini has been teaching and practicing for over 18 years now. Her sessions offer the chance to explore Yoga’s purifying and healing effects. Take this journey with Mini to gain insights on applying India’s ancient healing systems to modern life – from daily Yoga, Pranayama (breathing) and meditation to cleansing Kriyas and even curated diets.
One of India’s Best-Known Celebrity Yoga Experts
From the ancient land of rituals and traditions come two practices which have become popular the world over – Yoga and Ayurveda. These holistic healing and wellbeing methods are still integrated into the daily life and activities of people in several parts of India. Our “Mind, Body & Soul of India” journey offers the opportunity to experience and indulge in these age-old rituals, set amongst the idyllic backdrop of “God’s own Country” Kerala.
Learn the art of Yoga and meditation with our tour expert, Mini Thapar Shastri. Soak in the natural healing of Ayurveda, a wellness practice which dates back over 5,000 years to India’s Vedic era. Cruise through the serene and silent backwaters – a network of stunning lakes, canals and lagoons along the picturesque Malabar Coast. All this while we fully immerse you into the local culture and way of life with a taste of the regional cuisine, dance, art, daily life and much more!
Be welcomed at the first destination of your tour - Kochi. The welcome dinner at the hotel is sure to help you unwind and prepare yourself for the tour ahead. Enjoy an interactive session with the tour expert, Mini Thapar, while she briefs you.
Be welcomed at the first destination of your tour - Kochi. The welcome dinner at the hotel is sure to help you unwind and prepare yourself for the tour ahead. Enjoy an interactive session with the tour expert, Mini Thapar, while she briefs you.
Be welcomed at the first destination of your tour - Kochi. The welcome dinner at the hotel is sure to help you unwind and prepare yourself for the tour ahead. Enjoy an interactive session with the tour expert, Mini Thapar, while she briefs you.
Be welcomed at the first destination of your tour - Kochi. The welcome dinner at the hotel is sure to help you unwind and prepare yourself for the tour ahead. Enjoy an interactive session with the tour expert, Mini Thapar, while she briefs you.
Be welcomed at the first destination of your tour - Kochi. The welcome dinner at the hotel is sure to help you unwind and prepare yourself for the tour ahead. Enjoy an interactive session with the tour expert, Mini Thapar, while she briefs you.
Be welcomed at the first destination of your tour - Kochi. The welcome dinner at the hotel is sure to help you unwind and prepare yourself for the tour ahead. Enjoy an interactive session with the tour expert, Mini Thapar, while she briefs you.
Be welcomed at the first destination of your tour - Kochi. The welcome dinner at the hotel is sure to help you unwind and prepare yourself for the tour ahead. Enjoy an interactive session with the tour expert, Mini Thapar, while she briefs you.
Be welcomed at the first destination of your tour - Kochi. The welcome dinner at the hotel is sure to help you unwind and prepare yourself for the tour ahead. Enjoy an interactive session with the tour expert, Mini Thapar, while she briefs you.
Be welcomed at the first destination of your tour - Kochi. The welcome dinner at the hotel is sure to help you unwind and prepare yourself for the tour ahead. Enjoy an interactive session with the tour expert, Mini Thapar, while she briefs you.
Welcome to the first destination of your tour – Kochi. The welcome dinner at the hotel will help you unwind and prepare for the tour ahead. Enjoy an interactive session with your tour expert, Mini Thapar, while she briefs you on the upcoming journey
Start your day with a cycling tour along the coastal roads of Kochi. Learn the art of traditional Indian cooking and enjoy an authentic Keralan meal at a local’s home. In the evening, watch a traditional Kathakali dance show with an exclusive look at the backstage preparations.
Start your day by taking a tour of the city. Later, drive to Periyar, an approximately 4-hour drive. Unwind and relax with sunset restorative yoga.
Start your day by visiting the famed Periyar sanctuary and spend your afternoon at leisure. In the evening, take a tour of a spice plantation, designed exclusively for you, followed by a relaxing foot massage.
Start your day with a guided pranayama session. Drive down to Alleppey, approximately 3 hours away and enjoy a day cruise with lunch onboard a houseboat from Alleppey to Kumarakom. End the day with a soothing therapy-based yoga session
Drive to Kollam, an approximately 3.5-hour drive. Check in to Fragrant Nature yogic retreat, set amidst the rural backwaters of Kerala with a touch of the rustic local culture. Start with an interactive session, followed by a therapy session with an Ayurveda expert.
Enjoy ayurvedic meals along with a yoga and Ayurveda therapy session, on both days. Relax in the resort while indulging in recreational activities. You can also take a boat ride across the lake on one of the evenings.
Note: Yogic meals are usually vegetarian, but other meals can be served on request and consultation.
In the morning, drive to Trivandrum, an approximately 2-hour drive, and enjoy a half-day tour of the city.
After breakfast, transfer to the airport to board the flight to onward destination.
Journey led by an expert resource, one of the foremost specialist in the world of Yoga and Meditation
Accommodation based on twin / double sharing basis including breakfast for 11 nights & 12 days
Lunch and dinner as per the program
Drinks with the welcome dinner on first night
All transfers, journeys & excursions by appropriate air-conditioned vehicles based on the number of guests
All entrance fees at the places of interest based on the program
Assistance on all arrival, departure & during the journey
Ayurveda therapies
Yoga sessions by experts
Cycle journey of Kochi
Local cultural immersion and performances
Cooking demonstration and dinner with the locals
Spice plantation walk
Walking journey with local lunch
Traditional backwater cruise in a houseboat
Porterage at airport & hotels
All currently applicable taxes
All personal expenses such as beverages, laundry, telephone calls, shopping etc.
Meals not included and mentioned in the program
Personal fees for cameras at the places of visit, depends on size of camera and equipment
Any International airfare or domestic airfare (which is quoted separately).
All flight schedules and airfare are subject to change till the time of final booking
Any Visa fee (all nationalities require an entry visa prior to arrival in Indi
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Check in times at the hotels are 1400 Hrs. / Check out times at the hotels are 1200 noon
Free baggage allowance on domestic flights, as prevails currently (subject to change):Economy Class passengers: 20 kilos per person in check-in bag and 7 kilos in cabin bag.Excess baggage allowance can be purchased online in advance or at the airport while checking in
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The driving times mentioned in the proposal are approximate and as per normal traffic & road conditions
The maximum group size will be 24 guests to ensure a delightful experience
Journey prices are based on current taxes, in case of any change, the same will be levied additionally
BOOKING
1.25 % of Journey cost to be paid at the time of booking
2.Remaining payment to be paid 70 days prior to Journey
3.If booking is made within 70 days of the journey, full payment is required to confirm the Journey
4.Payment can be made by bank transfer or through Creative's online payment gateway
CANCELLATION
1.Upto 70 days prior to Journey - 10% cancellation fee shall be applicable.
2.Between 69 - 50 days prior to Journey - 25% cancellation fee shall be applicable
3.Between 49 - 31 days prior to Journey - 50% cancellation fee shall be applicable
4.Less than 30 days prior to Journey - 100% cancellation fee shall be applicable
NAME CHANGE
1.Accommodation: Free of cost upto 72 hours before arrival
2.Flights: A fee of US$ 55 per person, per sector shall be applicable along with any change in the ticket fare.
3. Trains: A fee of US$ 5 per person, per sector shall be applicable.
The journeys are planned well in advance. We reserve the right to modify itineraries, substitute accommodations, including flights and trains, at any time due to unforeseen circumstances or circumstances beyond our control such as
'force majeure' events - flood, fire, act of God, war or threat of war, riots, civil disturbances, terrorist activities, strikes, airport closure, technical problems with transport, alteration or cancellation of scheduled travel services. Most of the changes will be minor and we will advise you of them at the earliest possible date but occasionally there could be a major change closer to the departure date.
We also reserve the right in any circumstances to cancel your travel arrangements. For example, if the minimum number of guests required for a particular travel arrangement is not reached, we may have to cancel it.
In both conditions of change / cancellation, you will have the choice of either accepting the change of arrangements or cancelling your booked holiday and receiving a full refund deducting the taxes except where the major change/cancellation arises due to reasons of force majeure. In case of force majeure, we will refund you for all unutilised services after deducting taxes.
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