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 Kerala Karma Gay Tour, an exceptional Small Luxury Group Tour for gay men to Kerala, India. Travel to Kerala, a state on India's tropical Malabar Coast. It's known for its palm-lined beaches and backwaters, a network of canals, and has nearly 600km of Arabian Sea shoreline. Inland are the Western Ghats, mountains whose slopes support tea, coffee and spice plantations as well as wildlife. National parks like Eravikulam and Periyar, plus Wayanad and other sanctuaries, are home to elephants, langur monkeys and tigers.
India’s sub continental status is well deserved. Hundreds, maybe thousands of cultures, more than a billion magnificently diverse people, and enough Himalaya-to-tropical land area to fit 5000 kilometers of coastline.
Join us on Kerala Karma Gay Men Only Tour, starting the tour from exploring the vibrant Mumbai. Continue to Kochi, vibrant picturesque sea side resort town situated on the south-west coast of the Indian peninsula in the breathtakingly scenic and prosperous state of Kerala, known as 'God's Own Country'. Its strategic importance over the centuries is underlined by the sobriquet Queen of the Arabian Sea. In India, you must concentrate on the details to comprehend the whole—which is why seeing it in the intimacy makes so much difference. Stay in unique lodgings, and discover Mother India—in all her exoticism.
Day 1 -
 Upon arrival in Delhi, you are meet & greet at the airport and transferred to your Hotel. Please note that standard check in time is 12 PM.
We suggest that you are arrive in Mumbai day early to comfortably start the tour next morning. Additional / optional services and accommodation can be arranged on individual request.
Vibrant Mumbai was originally a small group of islands and the transition into one of the greatest cities in the world has been achieved through a continuous struggle against the sea. The city of Mumbai formerly Bombay owes its name to the stone goddess Mumbadevi, worshipped by the Kolis.
Upon arrival, a well groomed and professional Gay Tour Manager joins you and is at your service / disposal for the entire tour. He is at your service to discuss entire tour arrangements, to help you to settle down and answer any queries that you may have.
 Upon arrival, enjoy an in room full body massage by a smart Gay male therapist which will rejuvenate you. (OPTIONAL @USD 76,- Per Person for 1 Hour)
Later, you join us for a private Welcome Dinner at an authentic coastal cuisine restaurant. Enjoy dinner and drinks in a delightful ambience and get to know all the members of our gay group. (Dinner & unlimited and open Bar are included)
Overnight at a luxury gay friendly accommodation in Mumbai, President Hotel Mumbai , or similar
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 -
 After breakfast, we proceed for guided sightseeing of Mumbai, The Prince of Wales Museum of Western India is one of the best-known Museums of the Country. This magnificent heritage building, situated on the famous 'Crescent Site' on the way to the Gateway of India, is a landmark of south Mumbai. Architecturally it is an exquisite example of the Indo-Saracenic style, popular in India during the early part of this century.
We also visit Tower of Silence' or Parsee Bawdi on top of Malabar hills surrounded at about 55 acres which is believed that after death, Body of the parsi people are sent to this Bavdi (Bawdi) a circular big structure like ‘Well’ which is consumed by Birds like Eagles and Vultures. It is a part of their tradition as they Believe that the death body should not spoil the environmental air, water or Soil by cremating in it.
Later we visit Dhobi ghat, world’s biggest open air laundry. A unique feature of Mumbai, the dhobi is a traditional laundryman, who will collect your dirty linen, wash it, and return it neatly pressed to your doorstep. All for a pittance. The "laundries" are called "Ghats": row upon row of concrete wash pens, each fitted with its own flogging stone.
 We also visit Mani Bhavan is a simple old-style, two storied building on Laburnum Road, Mumbai. Whenever Gandhiji was in Mumbai between 1917 to 1934, he stayed here. It is now converted into a museum and research centre. Mani Bhavan has a story to tell as it housed Gandhiji occasionally during the times when he grew in stature and strength.
Followed by Marine Drive Eulogized by Bollywood, Marine Drive caresses the seashore from Nariman Point to the foot of the Malabar Hill. Passing Chowpatty Beach, Marine Drive is also famous as the Queen's Necklace. One of the busiest roads in Mumbai, it is also one of the breeziest due to its proximity to the sea.
Evening is at leisure on your own.
Overnight at a luxury gay friendly accommodation in Mumbai, President Hotel Mumbai, or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 -
 After breakfast, we transfer you to Mumbai airport to board your flight to Kochi. Upon arrival in Kochi, you are meet at the airport and transferred for check in to your Hotel.
Kochi (colonial name Cochin) is a vibrant city situated on the south-west coast of the Indian peninsula in the breathtakingly scenic and prosperous state of Kerala, hailed as “God's Own Country”. Its strategic importance over the centuries is underlined by the sobriquet Queen of the Arabian Sea. Informally, Cochin is also referred to as the Gateway to Kerala. From time immemorial, the Arabs, British, Chinese, Dutch, and Portuguese have left indelible marks on the history and development of Cochin.
Upon arrival, relax with Ayurvedic treatment Shirodhara, (Gradual pouring of warm herbal oil on the forehead) followed by full body Abhyanga (massage) by a gay / gay friendly male therapist & by herbal steam bath. (Up to 100 minutes Approx)
 Enjoy a Kathakali dance performance. Kathakali is the classical dance-drama of Kerala, South India, which dates from the 17th century and is rooted in Hindu mythology. Kathakali has a unique combination of literature, music, painting, acting and dance.
Later, we take you for dinner at a fine Malayalam / South Indian cuisine specialty restaurant. (Dinner & unlimited and open Bar are included)
Overnight at a luxury gay friendly accommodation in Kochi, Trident Cochin Hotel, or similar
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 4 - 
After breakfast, enjoy guided Full day sightseeing of Cochin.
Mattencherry Palace (Dutch Palace), which is built by the Portuguese in 1557 and presented to Raja Veera Kerala Varma of Kochi, the Palace was renovated in 1663 by the Dutch. The palace with a Bhagavathi Temple in the central courtyard is built like the typical Kerala style mansion - the Nalukettu - the home of the aristocracy, nobility and upper classes, with four separate wings opening out to a central courtyard.
Jewish (Paradesi) Synagogue is the oldest active synagogue in the Commonwealth of Nations, Kochi. it is one of seven synagogues of the Cochin Jewish community in the Kingdom of Cochin. Paradesi is a word, the literal meaning of the term is "foreigners", applied to the synagogue because it was built by Spanish-speaking Jews.
Jew street Kochi: Jew Town was constructed in 1568 is the oldest synagogue in the Commonwealth. Destroyed in a shelling during the Portuguese raid in 1662, it was rebuilt two years later by the Dutch. The area around the Synagogue is a centre of spice trade and curio shops.
St. Francis Church, in Fort Kochi, originally built in 1503, is the oldest European church in India and has great historical significance as a mute witness to the European colonial struggle in the subcontinent. The Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama died in Kochi in 1524 when he was on his third visit to India. His body was originally buried in this church, but after fourteen years his remains were removed to Lisbon.
 Fort Kochi is a region in the city of Kochi, Keral. This is part of a handful of water-bound regions toward the south-west of Kochi, and collectively known as Old Kochi. Adjacent to this is Mattancherry. In 1967, these three municipalities, along with a few adjoining areas, were amalgamated to form the Corporation of Cochin.
Chinese fishing nets at Fort Kochi, located in the Kochi city of Kerala; make up a very popular tourist attraction. They are fixed land installations, which are used for a very unique and unusu al method of fishing. Operated from the shore, these nets are set up on bamboo and teak poles and held horizontally by huge mechanisms, which lower them into the sea.
Lord Shiva Temple. This Temple is situated in the heart of Ernakulam City with "Shiva" as deity. Also known as "Ernakulathappan", it was built during Maharaja rule and is presently under Devaswom Board Control. This is one of the rarest Shiva temples where deity is facing sea towards west. Arjuna, the pandava performs a severe penance to propitiate Lord Shiva. Pleased with Arjuna’s devotion Shiva accompanied with his consort Sri Parvathi set out from their abode at Kailash to meet Arjuna.
Evening is at Leisure on the beach.
Overnight at a luxury gay friendly accommodation in Kochi, Trident Cochin Hotel, or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 -
 After breakfast, we drive to Alleppey. Upon arrival transfer you to the houseboat.
Upon arrival you will be taken aboard your floating Traditional Kerala AC Deluxe Houseboat. The backwater cruise in a country boat is the best way to explore the villages and rural life. These AC Deluxe Houseboat are comfortably furnished with an open lounge, a bedroom and a kitchenette, and are extremely ecofriendly, merging smoothly into the panorama. Enjoy a cruise on the backwater through a maze of canals and lagoons and enjoy freshly caught fresh water fish cooked to your taste on board.
Evening, proceed for a traditional way of fishing tour through the backwaters. Laze under the cool shade of some trees with a fishing rod and bait targeted to trap unsuspecting fishes. Interact with local fishermen & participate / observe their daily life.
Overnight on a gay friendly AC Deluxe Houseboat
Meals: All Meals Kerala Cuisine
Day 6 -
 After breakfast, check out from Houseboat, we continue to Munnar. En-route, enjoy a private cooking class to explore both vegetarian & non vegetarian south Indian cuisine at an authentic Kerala home.
This cooking session will introduce you with the typical culinary delights of Southern India. The authentic delicacies cooked with traditional exotic spices will definitely give you a gastronomical bliss. Enjoy traditional Kerala lunch on banana leaf.
Later continue to Munnar. Upon arrival, check in to the hotel.
 Munnar is located at the Idukki district of Kerala State in South India. Munnar's mesmerizing greenery, mountain scenery, calmness and cool refreshing air attracts honeymooners and tourists throughout the year. It is a weekend hideout location for domestic tourists during summer season. Foreign travelers like watching the natural beauty of Kerala while the journey from Thekkady to Munnar. Munnar is at the confluence of three rivers. In Tamil, the word 'munnu' means "three" and 'aar' means "river". Hence "Munnar" is a shortened version of 'Munnu Aar'. The 3 mountain streams joining together here are Madurapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala.
Rest of the day is at leisure to enjoy the calm, mesmerizing greenery & mountain scenery.
Overnight at a luxury gay friendly accommodation in Munnar, Elixir Hills Suites Resort and Spa, or similar
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 7 -
 After breakfast, enjoy a guided tour of Munnar.
Today we visit Mattupetty, which is famous for its highly specialized dairy farm, the Indo-Swiss live stock project. Over 100 varieties of high yielding cattle are reared here. Visitors are allowed into three of the eleven cattle sheds at the farm. The Mattupetty Lake and dam, just a short distance from the farm, is a very beautiful picnic spot. The sprawling Kundala tea plantations and the Kundala Lake are other attractions in the vicinity.
Then proceed to Tata Tea Museum. A very popular tourist attraction in Munnar, Tata Tea Museum is located around 12 km from Munnar in Nallathanni Estate of Tata Tea. The museum showcases various antiquities and the most famous among them is the burial urn excavated from the vicinity of Periakanal Estate, dating back to 2nd century. Curious, old photographs and machinery are also displayed in the museum. For the tourists, to get a glimpse into the history and culture of the region, a video presentation is screened here.
 Later we visit Devikulam. This idyllic hill station with its velvet lawns, exotic flora and fauna and the cool mountain air is a rare experience. Followed by Pallivasal, this is the venue of the first Hydro Electric Project in Kerala and a place of immense scenic beauty.
Also visit Nyayamkadu Waterfalls of Munnar. It is a famous tourist spot frequented all through the year. It is located about 10 km from Munnar town on the way to Rajamalai.Nyayamkadu is a scenic location with beautiful waterfalls surrounded by verdant vegetation. The water cascade at Nyayamkadu runs down from a hill with a height of 1600 m and fall to a pool.
Evening is at leisure on your own.
Overnight at a luxury gay friendly accommodation in Munnar, Elixir Hills Suites Resort and Spa, or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8 -
 After breakfast, we drive to Periyar. Upon arrival transfer you to the hotel.
Experience the mind bowing view of calm crystal clear Periyar Lake. Murmurings of wild animals and Whistles of birds will seduce your mind for romance. Periyar in Kerala State, India’s largest wildlife sanctuary is a dream destination for any tourist visiting India. The Country's sole Tiger reserve, Thekkady, with its bountiful treasures of tropical flora and fauna is the ultimate reservoir of many an endangered species and a rich tribal culture. Thekkady is a pleasant heaven on earth for those who love nature in its wild manifestations.
Evening Enjoy a Boat ride at Periyar lake, a boat ride on the lake will make your Periyar tour absolutely fantastic. Sighting the elephants from the boat is very easy, as they come in herds near the lake to frolic in the water. The lake is also the most ideal place to watch the birds. So take a boat ride and enjoy the picturesque surroundings of the lake.
Overnight at a luxury gay friendly accommodation in Thekkady, The Elephant Court Resort , or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Day 9 -
 Today Early Morning, Guided Bamboo rafting and hiking – Half Day. A dawn to afternoon range hiking and rafting programme through some of the richest forest tracts of Periyar Tiger Reserve, a mosaic of habitats will be traversed before the party gets into rafts made of bamboos. By rafting you will get a panoramic view of forest-clad hills.
We continue with guided jungle walk. Different nature trails traversing diverse habitats form the trekking routes, generally 4 to 5 km. in length. This is an interpretive programme offering excellent opportunity to watch birds, butterflies and other wildlife. The trails often pass through evergreen and moist deciduous forests interspersed with marshy grasslands.
 Later, we enjoy Elephant Safari, which is a good option to view the animal world. In Elephant safari you can discover the wildlife as well as the pug marks. If you want to experience some more fun, encourage the mahout, probably he would take you off the beaten path to more rewarding locations. A journey on the back of pachyderm will take you close to the herds of playful wild elephants, bathing and swimming in the Periyar lake.
Overnight at a luxury gay friendly accommodation in Thekkady, The Elephant Court Resort, or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Day 10 -
 Check out from the hotel, drive towards Kumarakom, enroute visit spice plantation.
Enjoy a guided visit to the Spice Plantation. The spice plantation in Periyar is one of the major spice plantations in Kerala. The spice plantations in Kerala are captivating farms to wander in, since different spices are cultivated in different sections of each plantation.
Upon arrival, check in to the hotel.
Kumarakom, an unbelievably beautiful paradise of mangrove forests, emerald green paddy fields and coconut groves interspersed with enchanting waterways and canals adorned with white lilies. Situated on the Vembanad Lake, in this small water world you'll come across plenty of traditional country crafts, boats and canoes which will take you into the heart of the scenic lake.
 Evening, Enjoy a Boat ride at Vembanad lake. The lake, an enchanting picnic spot and a fast developing backwater tourism destination, provides boating, fishing and sightseeing experiences that are truly exhilaratin. The snake boat races, It is indeed amazing to watch oarsmen, at least a hundred in one boat, slice their way through the waters to the fast rhythm of their own full throated singing. The lake is also the most ideal place to watch the birds. So take a boat ride and enjoy the picturesque surroundings of the lake.
Rest of the day / evening is at leisure on your own.
Overnight at a luxury gay friendly accommodation in Kumarakom, Lemon Tree Vembanad Lake Resort, or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Day 11 -
 After Breakfast, check out from the Hotel and continue to Kovalam, enroute guided visit Trivandrum.
We take you to Sri Padmanabhaswamy temple which covers an area of about 2,400 sq. meters, the temple of Sri Padmanabhaswamy is believed to be around 260 years old. The temple with its gopuram (tower) soaring majestically upwards is believed to be one of the 108 shrines sacred to the Vaishnavites in India. The main entrance to the temple is through the eastern gopuram that towers to over 30 meters and is devised in the Dravidian style.
Then to The Kanakakunnu Palace which is a reflection of magnificent architecture & intricate craftsmanship, the Kanakakunnu Palace stands testimony to the rich heritage of Trivandrum back in the days. Standing tall next to the Napier Museum, the palace was built during the reign of the then Travancore King.
 Followed by the Napier Museum, Established in the year 1855 this art & history museum was named after Lord Napier who was the governor of the then Madras (Chennai) from 1866 - 1872. Designed by Robert Chisholm, this architectural master piece was completed in the year 1880. Its gothic style architecture & minarets along with its Indo-Gothic structures boasts of natural air conditioning.
Upon arrival, transferred to your Kovalam Hotel.
Kovalam offers an excellent diversity with Kovalam beach to suit all desires and occasions. Three curve shaped beaches, alienated by stony outcroppings, from the major attraction of this coastal resort. Backed by precipitously mounting headlands and covered by fertile coconut palms, the beaches, especially the southernmost part of lighthouse beach.
Rest of the day is at Leisure on your own.
Overnight at a luxury gay friendly accommodation in Kovalam, Turtle on the Beach Resort, or similar
Meals: Breakfast
Day 12 -
 Late morning, Enjoy relax with an ayurvedic treatment Pizhichil, massages with bags full of herbs & oil, followed by full body massage (Abhyanga) by a gay / gay friendly male therapist. Later enjoy full body herbal steam (Approx 100 minutes)
Rest of the day is at leisure on the beach. Optional activities available.
Evening, enjoy a Farewell Dinner at a fine Malayalam / South Indian cuisine specialty beach restaurant. (Dinner & drinks are included)
Overnight at a luxury gay friendly accommodation in Kovalam, Turtle on the Beach Resort, or similar
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 13 -
 Check out from the hotel and transfer to Airport to catch your flight to Mumbai.
Upon arrival, check in to the hotel.
Upon arrival, enjoy an in room full body massage by a smart Gay male therapist which will rejuvenate you. (OPTIONAL @USD 76,- Per Person for 1 Hour)
Rest of the evening is at leisure on your own. Optional activities available.
Overnight at a luxury gay friendly accommodation in Mumbai, President Hotel Mumbai, or similar
Meals: Dinner
Day 14 -
Breakfast at hotel.
Today Morning, we transfer to international airport to board flight to your country and taking with you Gay memories of a wonderful trip.
Meals: Breakfast
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