Specially designed PRIVATE tour with guide -Multi port  offer 05 Tours with minimum 10 Pax +01 travel free

1. TASTE OF CEYLON TEA – INGIRIYA TEA & RUBBER PLANTATION TOUR   WITH PRIVATE GUIDE
2. COLOMBO CITY TOUR WITH PRIVATE GUIDE
3. GLIMPSES OF FORT COCHIN TOUR WITH HARBOUR CRUISE
4. ALLEPPEY BACKWATER CRUISE TOUR WITH LUNCH
5. MUMBAI HERITAGE TOUR

COLOMBO

1. TASTE OF CEYLON TEA – INGIRIYA TEA & RUBBER PLANTATION TOUR   WITH PRIVATE GUIDE   Duration: 6-7 Hours

A visit to the source of the famous Ceylon Tea is a must if you are in Sri Lanka. Discover the whole process of transformation of the humble tea leaves from the fields into the world famous brew when you visit the tea plantation a couple of hours drive away from Colombo. The lush area of Ingiriya boasts of a climate that’s conducive for tea cultivation. You will be picked up from your port and shall drive through some scenic locales on your way to the plantation.

Considered one of the finest teas in the world, Ceylon tea has been produced in Sri Lanka since the crop was first introduced in 1867. Upon arrival at Ingiriya, you’ll receive a special welcome with garlands made out of tea leaves before visiting the tea plantation to watch the tea being hand-picked from the plant. If the conditions permit, you could witness the rubber tapping process as well. Proceeding to the tea factory, you’ll be able to watch the hand-picked tea crop being graded, before going through the various stages involved in quality tea production. No artificial ingredients are added at any stage of the manufacturing process. Lunch and Mineral water will be provided. We shall then proceed to the Elephant village at Bandaragama, where you can see large herds of wild Asiatic elephants that are nursed, bred in captivity. We then drive back to the capital and once you are in Colombo you shall visit the Gangarama Temple before heading back to your ship.

 2. COLOMBO CITY TOUR WITH PRIVATE GUIDE  4-5 Hours

Colombo, Sri Lanka‘s bustling commercial hub, is located on the country’s west coast and with a population of between 800,000 and one million (estimates vary) is by far the country’s biggest city, as well as the most developed. The city is a jarring mix of old and new, with a central cluster of high-rise office blocks and hotels overshadowing red-tiled colonial-era buildings and sprawling street markets which overflow with high-piled fruit and vegetables, colourful silks and cottons, and deliciously fragrant spices. On its crowded streets stand places of worship, symbolic of Sri Lanka‘s multiethnic heritage: graceful Buddhist viharas (temples), for instance, stand close to extravagant temples encrusted with Hindu statuary, along with Muslim mosques with minarets scattered along Colombo’s streets.

COCHIN

3. GLIMPSES OF FORT COCHIN TOUR WITH HARBOUR CRUISE   Duration: 5 Hours

You will be greeted and picked from the Cochin Port by our representative and will be taken to the Old Cochin for Cochin Heritage Tour. Your tour begins with a visit to the Dutch Palace (which will be closed on Fridays) which was built by the Portuguese, but was later renovated by the Dutch, and hence the name. It was presented to the Cochin Raja in 1555 and since then the glory of the Palace has spread owing to its murals instilled in the traditions of Hindu Temple Art. You will next visit the Jewish Synagogue (which will be closed on Friday noon and Saturday). It was built in 1568 A.D and the Synagogue still stands as a testimony for communal harmony. You can also see some of The Great Scrolls of Old Testament and a number of copper plates inscribed in the Hebrew Script still preserved in the Synagogue. Afterwards, we move to visit St. Francis Church. It is believed to be the oldest European Church built by the Portuguese in 1510 A.D. After the death of Vasco-Da-Gama, the Portuguese explorer, he was buried here in this church and fourteen years later, his remains were taken to Portugal. You will also witness the various methods used by the local fishermen to catch fish and you will also be able to see the Chinese fishing nets.

Before you head back to the port enjoy the Cochin Harbour Cruise. Refresh yourself with a cooling drink before you board the motorboat for a cruise through the harbour. Cochin Harbour was once famous for the huge number of foreign traders who had come to seek wealth on the Malabar coast. The motorboat cruise will take you through some of the spectacular views of the islands like Gundu, Bolgatty and Vallarpadam. It will also lets you see some of the major landmarks, churches and the bustling life of the villagers. Your cruise will end at the Boat Jetty which is close to the pier and you will be transferred to your ship at the end of your tour.

4.  ALLEPPEY BACKWATER CRUISE TOUR WITH LUNCH   Duration: 6-7 Hours

Enjoy a serene tour through the twisting backwaters of Alleppey by a cruise in a traditional houseboat, locally known as a Kettuvallam. Alleppey, hailed as the ‘Venice of East,’ is a captivating region with its alluring water bodies that stretch over a thousand kilometres and thick vegetation. Before you begin the cruise, you will be taken to a Coir factory, where you will witness the manufacture of many coir products such as coir mats, rubber mats, rugs, carpets and other textiles. Be awed at the wonderful creations and reserve some of the excitement for the backwater cruise. Enjoy the once in a lifetime opportunity with this tranquil journey and withhold the charming sunset, blooming villages, and delicious meals. Moreover, brace yourself to witness some exquisite birds as you glide through the palm fringed water bodies. Entertain yourself with other activities like fishing, where you will be served with the catch of the day for your lunch. In short, relax and have a fascinating cruise through the backwaters.

PORT OF ARRIVAL: MUMBAI, INDIA 

5. MUMBAI HERITAGE TOUR – Duration: 5.30 Hours

You will be welcomed at the port by a GLOBES TRAVEL representative/guide who will take you for a half day tour of Heritage Mumbai. The tour begins at the Gateway of India, the city’s most famous landmark. Next, you will see the popular Chowpatty beach, Dhobi Ghats & Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (world heritage site). After that Crawford Market which is more than a century old, here you will get to see and buy many Indian spices. Next takes you on to Mani Bhavan, Gandhi’s Bombay residence between 1917 and 1934. You will then visit the Prince of Wales Museum, built in a blend of Gothic and Moorish styles, and crowned by a sparkling white dome. The most impressive features of Bom bay’s cityscape are the Gothic revival buildings built in the last century after its original fortifications were removed. Fine examples include Bombay University, the High Court, and Victoria Terminus, a remarkable railway station enriched with domes, spires, Corinthian columns, and minarets. Return to the port.

Cost for the offer USD 60 per person  x 05 Locations

NOTE –

• This is a PRIVATE tour with GUIDE
• All entry fees Included
• Min 10 Passengers required for this tour 10 Paying pax +01 FOC