Inhale the bracing mountain air, relax in peace, stroll down winding paths, marvel at the beautiful views, enjoy the profusion of flowers in bloom. Kerala's exotic appeal is centered in the highland area of the Western Ghats. Rising to an average height of 1520 m, it houses rich flora and fauna. Munnar, Wyanad, Ponmudi, Neliyampathy, Peerimade, Wagamon, are the few of the famous hill stations in kerala.

Ayurkeralam  is an innovative venture by Christe Group to promote Ayurveda & Kerala tourism throughout the globe. Ayurkeralam is a brand owned and managed by Christe Group. The promoters of Christe Group are professionals with rich experience and tradition in ayurveda. Our ancestors where experts in the field of "^^Ig Ayurveda and Marma Chikitsa. Mr. C. T. Lonappan Gurukkal is the head and founder of our Marma Treatment Kendra in Guruvayoor (Agappe Marma Treatment Centre) which was inaugurated on 16th Dec, 1978. This centre has received many award and compliments and earned public reputation. We have a full fledged ayurveda hospital headed by Dr. Mani Jose (BAMS, MD) Director of Mother's grace Ayurvedic hospital under the PVJ Group. This is a fully equipped ayurveda hospital with a 20 beds capacity with both IPD & OPD section.

Kerala is a land of rivers and backwaters. Forty-four rivers (41 west-flowing and 3 east-flowing} crisscross the state physique along with countless runlets. During summer, these monsoon-fed rivers will turn into rivulets especially in the upper parts of Kerala. Kerala is a green strip of land, in the South West corner of Indian peninsula. It has only 1.1 8 per cent of the total area of the country but houses 3.43% of the the country's population.

In 1956, when the states were reorganized, Kerala was formed after tying the princely states of Travancore and Cochin with Malabar, a province under Madras state.

 Kerala has world famous beaches which through galore among the 600 km long Kerala coast. Sum of them have historical significance too. Kodungalore coast near Kochi had been where St. Thomas, the Apostle of Christ and first missionary in Indian coast, landed. Vasco De Gama, the first European voyager, stranded at Kappad near Calicut heralding the European inflow. The rumble of a turbulent sea and billowing tidal waves are used as symbols of an agitated mind. A traipse along coastal hamlets will give a whiff of Kerala's village life. Kerala, with its finest beaches, offers surf and sand unspoilt despite being used by trippers from across the world. Kerala beaches have a unique character. Cool, saline breeze blowing on the coconut groves along the coast would function as a balm to an agitated soul.

Lose your heart to the mesmerizing charm of the tropical beaches such as Kovalam, Varkala, Shangumugham, Vizhinjam, Alappuzha, Kappad, Payyambalam and Bekal.

 Athirappalli and Vazhachal, the two scenic and popular waterfalls on the edge of the Sholayar forest ranges are just 5 km apart. The Athirappalli Falls joins the Chalakkudy river after plummeting down a drop of 80 feet. Vazhachal is part of the Chalakkudy river. Both the waterfalls, their cool, misty waters cascading down in the backdrop of thick green forest and rocky terrain, are a scintillating experience to visitors.

 Feast your eyes on the most exotic of wildlife. And realize that there's much more to life when a deer stops to look at you, when a monkey decides to renew acquaintance, when a blue-winged Parakeet sings for you.

The most renowned destination is the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary at Thekkady, one of India's major sanctuary areas. The drive to Thekkady itself is enchanting as the road winds through tranquil countryside, rich plantations and thick jungles. The sanctuary offers a lovely and comfortable way to see the animals via boat rides on the man-made lake, which the wildlife areas encircle. In addition to the wild life, there are water and land birds galore here, and one can sometimes find dedicated bird watchers setting in for one or two weeks of serious observations. Covering an area of 777 sq. km. of lush green tropical forests, it is the natural habitat of elephant, bison, spotted deer, sambar, bear etc. Colourful variety of birds like the Malabar Grey Hornbill, Grey junglefowl and the Jungle Myna are seen.

 No other state in India has such a rich heritage as Kerala has. It's past is entwined with periods of tumult and tranquil. This green strip, several times, was soaked in blood when forces, domestic and alien, fought for supremacy. Religions, Christianity and Islam made their entry into Indian subcontinent via this coast. On the cultural front, the state had diligently designed several art forms for the country's cultural mosaic. The root-conscious people of the state have preserved their past not only in the form of history books but also in the form of monuments and palaces. Places, palaces and institutions of historic value are being preserved conscientiously. A Kerala tour will leave you to marvel at the exquisite architecture manifested in palatial mansions and monuments. Hanging around the ruins of dilapidated forts, temples would help you splash deep into the rich past of the state.

 Vibrant Kerala 5 Nights & 6 Days

Day: 1  Arrival Cochin
Arrival at Cochin Airport or Ernakulam Railway Station, you will transferred to your hotel. Sight seeing - The Chinese fishing nets, The St. Francis Church, Mattencherry Palace (closed on Friday) and the Jewish Synagogue (closed on all Saturdays and Jewish holidays and any day if announced), the oldest living Synagogue in the world. And a boating in Cochin lake will give you a panoramic view of Cochin city, The rest of the evening is at leisure.

Day: 2  Cochin-Munnar
Morning after breakfast proceed to Munnar, which is 135 km/4 hrs from Cochin, was a popular getaway retreat during the British Raj. Surrounded by lush green tea estates and situated at the confluence of three mountain streams, this picturesque hill station boasts of exotic flora and fauna. On arrival check into your hotel. Evening visit to Munnar town. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day: 3  Munnar
After breakfast Proceed for sightseeing, visit Pothamedu which offers you an excellent view of the tea, coffee and cardamom plantations and famous for the breathtaking scenery it is also an ideal place for trekking and long mountain walks. Also visit Devikulam this tranquil hill station offer you a rare experience with its velvet lawns, with the cool mountain air. You can also visit Rajamala where you can spot Nilgiri Thar (mountain goat), then the Echo point where the nature reproduce your sound. Evening back to hotel and overnight stay.

Day: 4  Munnar-Kumarakom
After breakfast proceed to Kumarakom which is 180 km/4 hrs from Munnar is the idyllic backwaters and an unbelievable paradise of mangroves forests, paddy fields and coconut groves, where you check into your hotel on arrival. The rest of the evening is at leisure.

Day: 5  Kumarakom
After breakfast proceed to the back waters for a boating evening back to hotel overnight stay.

Day: 6  Depart Kumarakom

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions
For the Main Package Booked :  5 nights accommodation in well appointed rooms at mentioned or similar hotels.

• A/c rooms in hotels at Cochin and Alleppey.
• Non A/c rooms in hotels at Munnar and Thekkady.
• A/c Houseboat with all meals.
• Complimentary Breakfast at all the above mentioned Hotels.
• Transfers and sightseeing by Non A/c Indica or similar vehicle as per the itinerary.
• Drivers allowances, Parking charges, Toll for Vehicle.
• All currently applicable taxes.
• Note:- Car blocked for 900 kms only. Extra km payable @ Rs. 9/- per km.
• Houseboat Check-in time is 12:00 noon and Check-out at 9:30 am.
• No cruise after 5:30 pm. For A/c Houseboat A/c will be switched on only after 8:00 pm.

Exclusions

• Airfare/Rail fare.
• Meals other than specified in the inclusions.
• Cost of any other services not specifically mentioned in inclusions.
• Entrance fees to Monuments and Guide charges.
• Expenses of personal nature such as laundry, telephone, beverages, etc. and all such expenses not mentioned in the above price includes.
• Surcharges applicable during Festival, Peak Season & Special Events.
• Any Increase/Changes in the taxes levied by Govt.

Traditional Kerala 6 Nights & 7 Days

Day: 1  Arrival Cochin
Arrival at Cochin Airport or Ernakulam Railway Station. You will transferred to your hotel. Sight seeing - The Chinese fishing nets, the St. Francis Church, Mattencherry Palace (closed on Friday) and the Jewish Synagogue (closed on all Saturdays and Jewish holidays and any day if announced), the oldest living Synagogue in the world. And a boating in Cochin lake will give you a panoramic view of Cochin city, The rest of the evening is at leisure.

Day: 2  Cochin-Munnar
This mornings proceed on a drive through the picturesque countryside of Munnar, which is 135 km/4 hrs from Cochin, was a popular getaway retreat during the British Raj. Surrounded by lush green tea estates and situated at the confluence of three mountain streams, this picturesque hill station boasts of exotic flora and fauna. On arrival check into your hotel. Evening visit to Munnar town. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day: 3  Munnar
Proceed to visit Pothamedu which offers you an excellent view of the tea, coffee and cardamom plantations and Famous for the breathtaking scenery it is also an ideal place for trekking and long mountain walks. Also visit Devikulam this tranquil hill station offer you a rare experience with its velvet lawns, with the cool mountain air. You can also visit Rajamala where you can spot Nilgiri Thar (mountain goat), then the Echo point where the nature reproduce your sound. Evening back to hotel and overnight stay.

Day: 4  Munnar-Thekkady
Check out from the hotel and proceed to Thekkady which is 100 kms/3 hrs from Munnar After a relaxed morning drive from the land of tea plantations into the heart of the spice hills in Thekkady. The rest of the afternoon is free to enjoy a walk through the bustling spice market of Kumili village in Thekkady.

Day: 5   Alleppey-Cochin
Today, go for a early morning boat ride on Lake Periyar which is the best way to locate wildlife in Periyar wild life Sanctuary which is a tiger reserve, (boats can be hired directly). The park has herds of elephants, deer's, and wild dogs, barking deer, Sambhar, gaurs and wild boars. In the afternoon take a picturesque drive to Kumarakom located on the idyllic backwaters and an unbelievable paradise of mangroves forests, paddy fields and coconut groves, where you check into your hotel on arrival. The rest of the evening is at leisure.

Day: 6  Kumarakom
After breakfast proceed to backwaters for cruise, cruising through backwaters you can see pathiramanal island home to many rare varieties of migratory birds from different parts of the world, also the Kumarakom bird sanctuary which is a favorite haunt of migratory birds like the Siberian stork, egret, darter, heron and teal. Evening back to hotel. Overnight stay.

North Kerala 5 Nights & 6 Days

Day: 1  Arrival at Cochin
Arrival at Cochin Airport or Ernakulum Railway Station, you will be transferred to your hotel. Sight seeing-The Chinese fishing nets, The St. Francis Church, Mattencherry Palace (closed on Friday) and the Jewish Synagogue (closed on all Saturdays and Jewish holidays and any day if announced), the oldest living Synagogue in the world. And a boating in Cochin Lake will give you a panoramic view of Cochin City; the rest of the evening is at leisure.

Day: 2   Cochin-Guruvayoor
After breakfast proceed to Guruvayoor which is in Thrissur the cultural capital of Kerala, Thrissur is synonymous with the world famous and spectacular Pooram Festival. Check-in your hotel at Guruvayoor. Overnight at hotel. (Cochin-Guruvayoor: 12 kms/2 hrs)

Day: 3  Guruvayoor-Wayanad
Today go for a morning dharshan at Guruvayoor Temple (Sree Krishnaswamy Temple: Non Hindus are not allowed). After having breakfast visiting Elephant camp in Guruvayoor then proceed to Thrissur, visit Shakthan Thampuran Palace named as Vadakkekara Palace, was reconstructed in Kerala-Dutch style, Archeological & Art Museum. It has a good collection of wood carvings, metal sculptures and ancient jewels. And Thrissur Zoo. Then proceed to Wayanad which is 156 kms/4 hrs, arrival and check-in your hotel overnight at hotel. (Guruvayoor-Wayanad: 156 Km/1 1/2 hr)

Day: 4  Wayanad
Wayanad is known for its picturesque mist clad hill stations, sprawling spice plantations, luxuriant forests and rich cultural traditions. Today after breakfast proceeds for sight seeing of Pookkot Lake a freshwater lake go for a boating and Edakkal cave which is 25 kms from kalpetta, district capital of Wayanad and accessible by jeep. Evening back to hotel.

Day: 5  Wayanad-Calicut (Kozhikode)
After breakfast proceed to Calicut (Kozhikode) which is 65 kms from Wayanad check-in hotel. Sight seeing of Mananchira Square (City sightseeing) Kappad Beach-Vasco da Gama landed here on 27th May 1498 and Beypore - Port city 10 kms south of Calicut-famous for its ancient shipbuilding industry, which constructed uru, the traditional trading vessels of Arabs. Evening back to hotel and overnight at hotel. (Wayanad-Calicut (Kozhikode): 1 hr/15 mins)

Day: 6  Depart Calicut (Kozhikode)
After breakfast proceed to Calicut (Kozhikode) Railway Station/Airport for onward journey.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions
For the Main Package Booked :  5 nights accommodation in well appointed rooms at mentioned hotels or similar.

• A/c rooms at Cochin, Thrissur & Calicut (Kozhikode).
• Non A/c rooms at Wayanad.
• Complimentary Breakfast at all Hotels.
• Transfers and sightseeing by Non A/c Indica or similar vehicle as per the itinerary.
• Drivers allowances, Parking charges, Toll for Vehicle.
• All currently applicable taxes.
• Note:- Car blocked for 1000 kms only. Extra km payable @ Rs. 9/- per km.

Exclusions
For the Main Package Booked :  Airfare/Rail fare.

• Meals other than specified in the inclusions.
• Cost of any other services not specifically mentioned in inclusions.
• Entrance fees to Monuments and Guide charges.
• Expenses of personal nature such as laundry, telephone, beverages, etc. and all such expenses not mentioned in the above price includes.
• Surcharges applicable during Festival, Peak Season & Special Events.
• Any Increase/Changes in the taxes levied by Govt.
  

 Essence of Kerala 9 Nights & 10 Days

Day: 1  Arrival at Cochin
Arrival at Cochin Airport or Ernakulum Railway Station you will transfer to your hotel. Sight seeing-The Chinese fishing nets, The St. Francis Church, Mattencherry Palace (closed on Friday) and the Jewish Synagogue (closed on all Saturdays and Jewish holidays and any day if announced), the oldest living Synagogue in the world. And a boating in Cochin Lake will give you a panoramic view of Cochin City; the rest of the evening is at leisure.

Day: 2  Munnar
This morning proceed on a drive through the picturesque countryside of Munnar, which is 135 km /3 1/2 hrs from Cochin, was a popular getaway retreat during the British Raj. Surrounded by lush green tea estates and situated at the confluence of three mountain streams, this picturesque hill station boasts of exotic flora and fauna. On arrival check into your hotel. Evening visit to Munnar town. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day: 3  Munnar
Proceed to visit Pothamedu which offers you an excellent view of the tea, coffee and cardamom plantations and Famous for the breathtaking scenery it is also an ideal place for trekking and long mountain walks. Also visit Devikulam this tranquil hill station offer you a rare experience with its velvet lawns, with the cool mountain air. You can also visit Rajamala where you can spot Nilgiri Thar (mountain goat), then the Echo point where the nature reproduce your sound. Evening back to hotel and overnight stay.

Day: 4  Munnar-Thekkady
Check out from the hotel and proceed to Thekkady which is 110 km/3 1/2 hrs from Munnar After a relaxed morning drive from the land of tea plantations into the heart of the spice hills in Thekkady. The rest of the afternoon is free to enjoy a walk through the bustling spice market of Kumili village in Thekkady.

Day: 5  Thekkady-Kumarakom
Today, go for a early morning boat ride on Lake Periyar which is the best way to locate wildlife in Periyar wild life Sanctuary which is a tiger reserve, (boats can be hired directly). The park has herds of elephants, deer's, and wild dogs, barking deer, Sambhar, gaurs and wild boars. In the afternoon take a picturesque drive to Kumarkaom located on the idyllic backwaters and an unbelievable paradise of mangroves forests, paddy fields and coconut groves, where you check into your hotel on arrival. The rest of the evening is at leisure.

Day: 6  Kumarakom-Alleppey

Inclusions
For the Main Package Booked :  9 nights Accommodation in well appointed rooms at mentioned or similar hotels.

• A/c rooms in hotels at Cochin, Alleppey, Kanyakumari and Kovalam.
• Non A/c rooms in Hotels at Munnar and Thekkady.
• A/c Houseboat with all meals.
• Complimentary Breakfast at all Hotels.
• Transfers and sightseeing by Non A/c Indica or Similar vehicle as per the itinerary.
• Drivers allowances, Parking charges, Toll for Vehicle.
• All currently applicable taxes.
• Note:- Car blocked for 1400 kms only. Extra km payable @ Rs. 8/- per km.
• Houseboat Check-in 12:00 noon and Check-out at 9:30 am. No cruise after 5:30 pm. For A/c Houseboat A/c will be switched on only after 8:00 pm.

Exclusions
For the Main Package Booked :  Airfare/Rail fare.

• Meals other than specified in the inclusions.
• Cost of any other services not specifically mentioned in inclusions.
• Entrance fees to Monuments and Guide charges.
• Expenses of personal nature such as laundry, telephone, beverages, etc. and all such expenses not mentioned in the above price includes.
• Surcharges applicable during Festival, Peak Season & Special Events.
• Any Increase/Changes in the taxes levied by Govt.

 The term Ayurveda is derived from the two words, "Ayur" means ire and "Veda" means knowledge. The word 'life' reflex at two levels, the existence and longevity of life. There are 8 Branches in Ayurveda arz we specialized in three branches namely : Kaya Chikitsa(Related :: nervous system) Rasayana Chikitsa (Rejuvenative and Regenerate treatment) Vajeekarana Chikitsa (Treatment for Sexual vigour and vitality)

The aim of ayurveda is a healthy body, mind and soul, making a natural way to refresh oneself, elimination of loxic substances from the body and thus regaining resistance and good health. Ayurveda has now become an indespensable branch of medicine not only in Kerala but also all over the world. It has certain prestigious type of treatment methods, done only in Kerala. This application of luke warm herbal oil (Pizhichil) on the body and massaging by a team of twoorfourtrained masseurscontinuouslyforan hourevery dayfora week or two weeks.

 MICE- the new form of business tourism is the fastest growing section of the International tourism market. It caters to various forms of business meetings, International conferences and conventions, events and exhibitions and is slowly but steadily capturing every big hotelier's attention. Being a hot favorite tourist destination, India is also very much into the business. After the hot-spots like Hong Kong, Malaysia and Dubai, Kerala in India is fast gaining its pace in the competition to become an ideal MICE destination. With the advanced technology and facilities, warm hospitality, personalized services coupled with immense natural beauty and rich cultural heritage, the goal seems to be not very far. MICE tourism is the new buzzword in the international tourist market and relates to various business groups and individual travelers.

Highlands scope down from the W0i»h5ii Ghats which i peaks well over 1,800 m in height. This is the area of n and other spices.

Kerala may be divided into three geographical regions 1. High Lands, 2. Midlands and 3. lowlands. The highlands slope down from the western ghats which rise to an average height of 900m, with a number of peaks well over 1,800m in height. This is the area of major plantations like tea, coffee, rubber cardomom and other spices