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        Fiji Tour Vietnam Tour South India Tour Bali Tour

 

  Tour Date

    24th Jan - 6th Feb, 2009

SOUTH INDIA

 

Our tour begins in Kochin (Cochin) on the south-west coast of India, where you will be met at the airport. From Cherai Beach, we transfer to Alleppey and board our luxury rice boat. Floating through the sleepy backwaters, experience and sketch Indian villages on small islands, water buffalo and floating markets.

 

At Kottayam near Vembanad Lake we participate in a style cooking class.

 

 

Travelling into the high mountain area at the Cardamon Hills, the weather is crisp and fresh and the scenery is stunning. See the rice, spice and tea plantations and the lush tropical vegetation. Here there will be a botanical drawing workshop.

Wild elephants  can be seen at the nearby Periyar Wildlife Sanctury in their natural environment.

The tour heads down to Kochin, where we stay at the Old Fort area, see the famous fishing nets at sunset and enjoy the wonderful local seafood.

For a detailed itinerary and costs,  click here.

Highlights of the South India Tour:

  • Tour begins in Kochin (Cochin)

  • 2 days on modern luxury rice boat

  • Floating markets, water buffalo, Indian villages

  • South Indian cooking class

  • A class in traditional mural techniques

  • Rice, Spice and Tea plantations

  • Botanical drawing workshop

  • Tame elephant ride

  • Local tour guides

  • International artist

  • Separate host and tour co-ordinator

Our experienced Tour Host will be Fiona  Wright, who  will be responsible for the smooth running and organisation of the tour.

The tour pace is relaxed.

Included in the tour cost:

  • Airport transfers               

  • Fully escorted tour with host as well as Leonie, an experienced tutor

  • Local Guides

  • Sightseeing entrance fees

  • All touring transport

  • Comfortable accommodation with western style bathrooms

  • Breakfast

  • Some other meals 

Not Included:

  • International flight to Hanoi

  • Visa arrangement       

  • Travel Insurance

                                            Email:  info@creative-arts-safaris.com


                                  Contact Leonie           leonienorton@iprimus.com.au