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OBEROI MS VRINDA
KERALA BACKWATER LUXURY CRUISE
The picturesque backwaters of Kerala are one of India’s most enchanting destinations. The cruise on
M.V.Vrinda begins with a night in Cochin (Not included in package cost) once the centre of the thriving
spice trade and now the principal port on the Malabar coast. Cochin’s rich trading past is reflected in
the Portuguese, Dutch and British influences evident in its architecture. M.V.Vrinda sets sail from
Vembanad Lake jetty, located 55 kms from Cochin city. The one hour journey from Cochin to the
Vrinda jetty is done by air-conditioned vehicle.

03 Nights / 04 Days - Vembanand Lake & Surroundings

DAY 01

COCHIN - M/v VRINDA MOTOR VESSEL

Arrival Vembanand Lake jetty by 1 p.m., once all guests are on board, Vrinda sets sail along the main waterway
on Vembanad Lake and enters the Alleppey canal. Lunch will be served on board. The cruiser sails along the
scenic waterways for four hours and returns to the Vembanad Lake in time to watch the sunset. Later in the evening,
guests enjoy a performance of the highly ritualized “Kathakali” dance which tells stories from the ancient Hindu epics
- Ramayana and Mahabarata. Performances begin with the application of elaborate makeup which is based in
traditional Ayurvedic principles.The vessel will anchor for the night at the Vembanad Lake jetty. Dinner on board.

DAY 02

M/v VRINDA MOTOR VESSEL

MorningAt 7 a.m., Motor Vessel Vrinda will sail from the Vembanad Lake jetty and head South, towards Alleppey.
Breakfast will be served on board. The vessel will enter the waterways of the Pamba river through the Alleppey canal.
Sailing through scenic backwaters, guests can observe life along these “water highways” while passing through one
of the few areas in the world where farming is done below sea level. The vessel will anchor near Kanjippadam and
guests will be transferred to a traditional rice boat to navigate through the narrower sections of the backwaters. For
the next few hours, guests will observe and experience a way of life unique to this region, accompanied by a guide.
This section of the cruise includes a visit to the half-statue of Lord Buddha at Karumadi and a traditional Kerala
tharavad (family residence). Later in the day, guests return to Motor Vessel Vrinda where lunch will be served as
the boat passes through picturesque stretches of the backwaters on the way back to Alleppey, known as the
“Venice of the East” Motor Vessel Vrinda will anchor for the night at the Vembanad Lake jetty. Dinner on board.

DAY 03

ON BOARD M/v VRINDA

At 7 a.m. Motor Vessel Vrinda will sail from the Vembanad Lake jetty and head South, past Kanjippadam. Vrinda
will anchor near Chambakulam where guests will transfer onto the rice boat once again for a pre-lunch sightseeing
excursion. Guests will visit St. Mary’s Church, established by St. Thomas in 1721 and Sree Bhagavathy Kshetram
– a 100-year old Hindu temple to Mother Goddess - at Nedumudy. Guests can also explore the Chambakulam snake
boat yard, which displays one of the traditional long snake boats used in races. To further the understanding and
appreciation of this experience, a qualified guide will be present on board for the full day. After cruising through
the backwaters in the afternoon, Motor Vessel Vrinda will return to Vembanad Lake, where guests can enjoy a
“Mohiniattam” recital on board. This classical dance form, distinctive to Kerala, is also called the 'Dance of the
Enchantress'. Dancers attired in beautiful traditional costumes perform with slow, graceful movements and
highly emotive expressions. Dinner on board.

DAY 04

ON BOARD MV VRINDA > COCHIN

At 8 a.m. Motor Vessel Vrinda will sail North along the main waterway channel on the Vembanad Lake.
Breakfast will be served on board following which the vessel will return to the Vembanad Lake jetty. Guests
will check out at 10.00 hours and will be transported by air-conditioned vehicle back to Cochin.

END OF OUR SERVICES

October thru April

CRUISE PACKAGE RATE IN US Dollars & INRupees
October 2006 to April 2007

ACCOMMODATION	TYPE	COST USDollars	COST INRupees
Single Occupancy	CABIN	1750	70,000
Double Occupancy	CABIN	2000	80,000

Include

03 Nights Accommodation on twin sharing basis on board Vrinda Motor Vessel on Cabin + All Meals basis

Sightseeing & excursions while on board motor vessel, as mentioned in the program

Transportation from Cochin airport to the Vembanad Lake jetty and back

Guide and evening entertainment on board on Day 2 & 3

All surface, transfers, using airconditioned vehicle

All presently applicable taxes.
COST VALIDITY - 30th April 2007
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NOTES: 1. A maximum of two persons can be accommodated in a cabin on board Motor Vessel Vrinda
2. Children below 12 years are not allowed. Separate cabins will be required for accompanying children over 12 years old
3. Due to unavoidable circumstances, if any itinerary has to be omitted or any change is required, this will not entitle guests to any claim
The itinerary, schedule and timings of the cruise to change without prior notice. Accommodation is subject to availability
4. Cochin hotel accomodation is NOT INCLUDED in the package cost.

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