Kovalam
was a beautiful place lying in obscurity for a long period of time along
the picturesque coast of Kerala. Then in 1930's, this little village
broke the shackles out of its lethargic slumber. The beauty of the
fabulous silver sands and palm-fringed shores of Kovalam emerged from
darkness. From then onwards, there is no looking back. Earlier Kovalam
was an anglers' paradise, but it gradually developed into a tourist spot
in great demand. From sunbath to swimming, Ayurvedic rejuvenation to
yoga and meditation, herbal body toning massages to special cultural
programmes and catamaran cruising, holidays in Kovalam are really the
memorable ones. The Kovalam lighthouse beach is the most popular one
where most visitors spend their leisure time.
ShoppingExquisite
handicrafts, souvenirs, trinkets jewellery and cloth shops spread along
the waterfront, so just go out for shopping. Enjoy delicious and
delightful seafood including lobsters at the beach-side restaurants of
Kovalam.
The beach is surrounded with low cost lodging houses
and restaurants which offer adequate facilities at affordable prices
which are ideal for a long stay. The light house on the promontory at
the southern end of the beach offers a spectacular view across to the
Vizhinjam mosque. Photography is prohibited here.
Swimming on
the beaches is not always safe as the undertow can be very strong;
therefore it is essential to follow the warnings of the safety flags.
However, days can be spent here just lying on the sands or retreating
under the awnings of the beach cafes. There are numerous craft and
carpet shops (usually of Tibetan, Kashmiri and Rajasthani origin),
clothing stores and general stores, yoga schools, travel agents and
massage parlours lining the beach.
Yoga and health careAt
present Kovalam is developed not only as a beach resort, but also as a
Yoga and health center. One can have Ayurvedic massages and oil baths or
learn in detail the methods of doing Yoga and meditation taught by
experts.
Water SportsKovalam is a natural bay
offering exciting opportunities for adventure loving people, they can
try their hands on kayaking, swimming, catamaran ride, parasailing,
surfing and skiing. Swim in the shallow blue water and enjoy a sunbath
in the exotic tropical sun to get a good suntan.
How to
reach
- Air
Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, is
about 10 kms away from Kovalam.
- Rail
Thiruvananthapuram central, is about 16 kms away
from Kovalam.
- Road
Kovalam can be reached by direct and regular bus
services from Thiruvananthapuram and other major cities of Kerala.
Short Tout to Kovalam - (3 Nights /
4 Days)2 Nights Kovalam + 1 Night Houseboat + 1
Night Kumarakom,1 Night Periyar + 2 Nights Munnar
Tour cost -
Per person
Child
cost ( between 5 and 12 yrs)with Extra bed In parents Room -
40% of adult cost
without Extra bed -25% of Adult Cost
Note
: 25% Surcharge applies between 15 DEC to 10 JAN
The
above cost includes
- Transportation using AC Car (Indica) as per the itinerary below ,
inclusive of fuel, parking Toll Driver allowance.
- Accommodation on Twin Sharing basis
- Daily breakfast
- All applicable Hotel Taxes
Cost does not include :
- Any transportation which is not mentioned in the itinerary ( Rs
6.5 per KM will be charged for additional use of Ac Car- Indica
- Lunch/Dinner at hotels ,Room service , Telephone calls laundry
Any portage at airports and hotels
- Tips,insurance, wine, mineral water, telephone charges, guide
charges, boating charges, entrance fees and all items of personal
nature.
- Any services not specifically mentioned in the inclusions
- Service Tax (4.896 % of total bill ) will be charged additional
Day 01 Kovalam :On arrival at Trivandrum Our
representative will meet you and transfer to Kovalam (190 Kms / 4.5
Hrs). On arrival check into Hotel. Rest of the day at leisure on the
beach at Kovalam. Overnight stay at Hotel, Kovalam.
Day 02
Kovalam-Trivandrum-Kovalam :AM: 0900 Hrs After breakfast we
take you for a Visit of Trivandrum: The Napier Museum, Kuthiramalika
Museum, Sri Padmanabha Temple. Afternoon relax on the famous Kovalam
Beach, Overnight stay at Hotel, Kovala
Day 03 Kovalam :After
breakfast the day is at leisure . enjoy on the beach or go for an
excursion to kanyakumari ( additional cost of Rs 700 per persons)
Day
04 Departure :After breakfast check out and transfer to airport
atTrivandrum .End of Services. And happy tour ending.
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Kovalam
Tour Guide