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The trip begins with a night
in Cochin, 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. After sightseeing in Cochin guests are transferred
by air conditioned coach from the Trident Hilton Hotel to Vembanad
Lake Jetty, where the three night cruise begins. Winding slowly
through lush tropical scenery on a network of tranquil waterways,
Vrinda returns to Lake Vembanad at sunset for dinner and an evening
of entertainment - the slow, graceful classical dance, Mohiniattam.
After a night at anchor, Vrinda enters the waterways of the Pamba
river through the Allepey canal, passing through one of the few
areas in the world where farming is done below sea level. The vessel
anchors at Kanjippadam where guests are transferred to a traditional
rice boat which meanders through the backwaters past villages, paddy
fields and ancient temples to experience a way of life unique to
this region.
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Deluxe Cabins The Oberoi
Motor Vessel Vrinda is an exclusive Backwater Vessel with eight
tastefully appointed Deluxe Cabins, all with king size beds and
large picture windows overlooking the lake. Wake up to the backwaters
almost at level with your view and feel the calmness while the world
floats by. The Cabins are elegantly designed with timber flooring.
Each has its own private and well-appointed bathroom with shower.
Each cabin is also provided with comfortable furniture, TV and DVD
player and an electronic safe for guests’ peace of mind.
Dining The upper deck houses
a lounge and bar with panoramic views of the backwaters. The breakfast
served at the restaurant at sunrise creates a magical ambience of
peace and serenity. Enjoy a cup of traditional cardamom tea sitting
on cushions or wicker chairs watching the tropical world float by.
Motor Vessel Vrinda can proudly boast of her International and South
Indian cuisine. At each meal, the well-trained crew works with you
to create a unique menu. The area is rich with coconuts, bananas,
rice, local freshwater fish like pearlspot and small red prawns
called Chemmen, which make for innovative recipes like Meen Moily
and Malabar fish curry. Indulge in this boat's other signature dishes
like Crab and orange salad, Masala prawns and Espresso cheese mouse.
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| Validity |
Price
per night in Indian Rupees for single or double occupancy |
| 2
Nights |
3
Nights |
| 1st
October, 2013 to 30th April, 2014 |
46,500 |
41,000 |
| 1st
October, 2014 to 30th April, 2015 |
50,000 |
44,500 |
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Rates
are same for a single or a double occupancy.
Rates
include
- Accommodation
in Deluxe Cabin.
- Sightseeing
excursion with a guide and evening entertainment.
- Breakfast,
lunch and dinner each day on board Vrinda.
- Transportation
from Cochin airport to the Vembanad Lake jetty and back.
- All
applicable taxes.
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Terms
and Conditions
- A
maximum of two persons can be accommodated in a Deluxe Cabin
on board Motor Vessel Vrinda.
- Children
below 12 years are not allowed. Separate cabins will be required
for accompanying children over 12 years old.
- 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 noticee.
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Accommodation is subject to availability
- Two
Nights Itinerary The itinerary on Motor Vessel Vrinda cruiser
includes accommodation, all meals on board, sightseeing excursion
with a guide, evening entertainment, transfers to and from Cochin
airport to Vembanad Lake jetty and all applicable taxes.
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| Day
One |
Arrival
Once all guests are on board, Vrinda sets sail along the main waterway
on Vembanad Lake and enters the Alleppey canal. Guest could actively
participate with the local fishermen and understand the life cycle
of “karimeen” also called as “pearl spot”. 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. |
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Two |
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On
board Vrinda, with a rice boat excursion
Motor
Vessel Vrinda will sail from the Vembanad Lake jetty and head south,
towards Alleppey. Breakfast will be served on board. 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. 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 return to Vembanad Lake,
where guests can enjoy Vrinda Vadiyam a musical fusion of classical
instruments. Motor Vessel Vrinda will anchor for the night at the
Vembanad Lake jetty. Dinner on board
OR
On board Vrinda, with a rice boat excursion
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.
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Three |
| Departure
Motor Vessel Vrinda will sail North along the main waterway channel
on the Vembanad Lake and head South, past Pallathurathy. Breakfast
will be served on board; following which guests will check out at
10 am and will be transported by air-conditioned vehicle back to Cochin.
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nights and 4 day packages |
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Day
1
Arrival
Once all guests are on board, Vrinda sets sail along the main waterway
on Vembanad Lake and enters the Alleppey canal. Guest could actively
participate with the local fisherman and understand the life cycle
of “karimeen” also called as “pearl spot”. 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
2
On
board Vrinda, with a rice boat excursion Motor Vessel Vrinda will
sail from the Vembanad Lake jetty and head south, towards Alleppey.
Breakfast will be served on board. 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. 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. 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 return to Vembanad
Lake, where guests can enjoy Vrinda Vadiyam a musical fusion of
classical instruments. Motor Vessel Vrinda will anchor for the night
at the Vembanad Lake jetty. Dinner on board.
Day
3
On
board Vrinda, with a rice boat excursion 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
4
Departure
Motor Vessel Vrinda will sail North along the main waterway channel
on the Vembanad Lake and head South, past Pallathurathy. Breakfast
will be served on board; following which guests will check out at
10 am and will be transported by air-conditioned vehicle back to
Cochin..
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