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Tree Houses In Kerala

Tree Houses are Most beautiful and very relaxing places to Stay . One of the beautiful Tree house in Kerala is situated near by Athirappilly Water Falls.  Its name is called Hotel Rain Forest.  We can see the waterfalls and see the wild life also..

 

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Kerala Wild Life Packages

 Kerala Wildlife Package 

Our 14 Days Cultural and Wildlife package is a mixture of nature, history and culture. This tour includes air-conditioned transfer, good accommodation and delicious breakfast.

Day 01 Cochin

We will meet you at Cochin International Airport where you will be transferred to you first accommodation in the historic area of Fort Cochin. The first day you can just chill out or if you would like to watch a Kathakali performance at the Kathakali theater. The elaborate costumes and an innovative style of story-telling will keep you intrigued. You will stay at this hotel for 2 nights.

Day 02 Cochin

Cochin is a business hub of Kerala and hence boasts many hang outs that are high on style, something which is missing in the other parts of state. You can wander around the streets of Fort Cochin, buy some interesting curios and visit the Jewish Synagogue and the Dutch Palace. There are art galleries and plenty of coffee shops frequented by art lovers.

Day 03 Cochin /Alappuzha / Houseboat

After you have your breakfast from the hotel, we will drive you down to the pictorial Alappuzha. Known for its natural milieu, lagoons and rustic settings, Alappuzha comes as a breath of fresh air. Most Houseboat Cruises begin from Alappuzha and we can arrange one for you. Enjoy the blend of ethnic and contemporary designs,sample authentic traditional cuisine and appreciate the panoramic view.

Day 04 Houseboat /Kumarakom

You can disembark from the Houseboat at Kumarakom, which is famous for its mangrove forests, coconut groves and paddy fields. You can check into a backwater resort

Day 05 Kumarakom

Spend the day at Kumarakom. You can pay a visit to the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, which extends upto 14 acres. The sanctuary is an abode of migratory birds and a bird watcher's delight. Another tourist attraction is Kuttanadu, which is fondly referred to as 'Rice bowl of Kerala', owing to its high paddy cultivation.

Day 06 Kumarakom /Periyar

After having breakfast from the hotel, we can drive you toThekkady, which is home to a very popular Wildlife Sanctuary. The sanctuary which covers a massive area of 777 Sq Kms plays host to wild elephants. Over night stay at a Hotel

Day 07 Periyar-Thekkady

Apart from visits to the sanctuary, boating trips, trekking expeditions and plantations tours are the other activities you can pursue. A plantation tour is a formal introduction to the various spices that are grown here in abundance.

Day 08 Periyar /Munnar

From Periyar, we will drive you to the mystic Munnar. Frequented by romantic couples, honeymooners and families, Munnar is preferred for its great climate, tall mountains, meandering roads and pollution-free environs. Add to it the tea estates, and you get an amazing holiday destination. Great for long drives, treks or romantic walks, Munnar has ample features that can keep you engaged. Overnight at Hotel

Day 09 Munnar

You can spend the second day in Munnar exploring the Eravikulam National Park. If you are lucky enough, you get to spot Nilgiri Tahr, which is in the throes of extinction. You can also pay a visit to the tea museum to watch the process of tea being made.

Day10 Munnar / Cheruthuruthy

After having breakfast at the hotel, you will be driven to Cheruthuruthy.Check into a hotel

Day 11 Cheruthuruthy/ Kalamandalam/ Cheruthuruthy

You can get an elaborate introduction into the cultural face of Kerala. Participate in the programme called “A day with the master” at the Kerala KalaMandalam. You can also watch the short demonstrations of the various traditional art forms. Have the conventional Kerala lunch served here.

Day12 Cheruthuruthy/ Palakkad / Cheruthuruthy

After breakfast, we will drive you down to Palakkad, which is 40 kms away. You can visit the old granite Fort which was built in 1766 by Hyder Ali of Mysore. This site of great historic importance was later taken over by the British. Currently under the surveillance of Archaeological Survey of India, the fort is of historic significance.

Day13 Cheruthuruthy / Guruvayoor / Cochin

After having breakfast, we can drive you back to Cochin. En route visit the famous pilgrim center, Guruvayoor, where you can worship at the temple dedicated to Lord Krishna. Later Visit Punnathoor Elephant Fort. The fort is home to the largest single group of captive elephants. Overnight at hotel

Day 14 Cochin /Departure

You will be driven back to Cochin International Airport.

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Kerala Honeymoon Packages

Kerala Honeymoon Packages -

Honeymooners have a special package charted out by us. With a high romantic quotient, this package is exclusively designed for the newly weds.

Day 1 - Cochin

We will meet you at Cochin International Airport where you will be transferred to you first accommodation in the historic area of Fort Cochin. The first day you can just chill out or if you would like to watch a Kathakali performance at the Kathakali theater. The elaborate costumes and an innovative style of story-telling will keep you intrigued. You will stay at this hotel for 2 nights.

Day 2 – Cochin

You can spend another day in this cosmopolitan town and experience the rich culture and heritage of Fort Cochin.

Day 3 – Munnar

A few hours drive away is Munnar, a popular tourist spot. Upon arrival check-in to a resort.

Day 4 – Munnar

Munnar is a lovely getaway frequented by the honeymooners and romantic couples. The beautiful landscapes, trekking options, long drives and amazing climate make it an interesting place.

Day 5 – Thekkady

Thekkady, another destination frequented by the tourists is a great place just a short drive away from Munnar.

Day 6 – Thekkady

Thekkady gives you enough scope to explore the wildlife, take up boating trips and embark on short treks.

Day 7– Kumarakom

We will drive you from Thekkady to Kumarakom, a great location for backwater location. Check into  backwater resort

Day 8 – Kumarakom

Spend a leisurely day at Kumarakom and enjoy the quietness and serenity of the countryside.

Day 9 – Houseboat

From Kumarakom, you can take up a Houseboat Cruise and enjoy the placid backwaters. This is also an opportunity to discover the unique features of the backwaters.

Day 10 - Kovalam

Your cruise ends at Alappuzha. We will drive you down to Kovalam and you can check into a beach resort at famous Kovalam Beach.

Day 11 - Kovalam

Spend a day relaxing at the beach.

Day 12 - Kovalam

Free at leisure

Day 13 - Kovalam

Free at leisure

Day 14 - Kovalam

Drive to Trivandrum International airport for onward flights.
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Honeymoon Packages in Kerala

Kerala Honeymoon

Select Kerala as your honeymoon destination for its diverse geography and overwhelming greenery. It is a land much acclaimed for the contemporary nature of its cultural ethos, and much appreciated for the soothing, rejuvenating paradise that it is. Ostrich Holidays offers honeymoon packages with backwater, beaches, ayurveda and wild life tour packages.

Backwaters

The backwaters of Kerala is a unique product of Kerala and is found nowhere else in the world. Backwaters are a network of lakes, canals and estuaries and deltas of forty-four rivers that drain into the Arabian sea. A houseboat gliding along the vast green expanse of the backwaters will prove to be the most amazing moment you must have spend with your soul mate. Take a country boat ride, & you are off to explore the splendid spectacle of the towns on the shores of the enchanting lake.

Beaches

Most of india's finest beaches are in kerala. The palm-lined beaches of kerala are renowned for the gentle surf and azure blue waters. The boundless blue waters of the Arabian Sea and miles of white sands makes these beaches a paradise. The shallow beaches gives a good atmosphere for swimming. A delectable seafood cuisine, a smiling sun and friendly people, all these factors combine to give you an unforgettable holidaying experience.

Ayurveda
Ayurveda, the science of life & health is a unique, indispensable branch of medicine. Kerala's equable climate, natural abundance of forests, and the cool monsoon season are best suited for Ayurveda's curative and restorative packages. Kerala is the only place on earth where it is practiced with absolute authenticity and dedication. Take a visit to some of the ayurvedic rejuvenation centers, and get your body to relax and re-adjust.

Hill Station

Kerela has a long chain of lush, mid-clad hill stations that are home to exotic wildlife. All the hill resorts in Kerela offer the most enchanting experience of nature in all its virgin beauty. Much of kerala's exotic appeal is centred in the highland area of the western ghats. The tropical forests of the ghats house rich flora and fauna. The natural beauty, calmness and mild cold climate throughout the year make these the favorite tourist place for both Indians and foreigners.

Wildlife

Kerala, best known for its wildlife, is a must-see for all visitors to Kerala. The virgin land is veritable paradise for all wildlife lovers. Where else can one view the animals in their natural surroundings while cruising on the Periyar Lake or better still come within a few feet of a herd of wild elephants and still be at ease. A stay at a tree house & a safari through the jungle on the back of an elephant, gives a pleasurable experience.

Heritage Package In Kerala

Kasavu Mundu and Neryathu

are extremely light pure cotton handlooms edged with golden thread. The golden edging is sometimes touched with contrasting bright colours. They are worn as traditional saris or used as dress material. A Malayalee (Keralite) woman wearing the mundu and neryathu, with her long black oiled hair tied loosely and strung with a garland of Jasmine, is the very picture of elegance. The men wear the mundu around the loin and the neryathu around the shoulders.

Murals

Kerala stands next to Rajasthan in having the largest collection of murals based on puranic (ancient Indian mythology) themes. The murals of Kerala bear the stamp of uniqueness in aesthetic composition and techniques. Most of these were painted between 15th and 19th centuries, many even date back to the 8th century AD.The temples and palaces of Kerala are invariable sagas of Hindu gods and goddesses and visual poems of their heroic deeds.

Nettipattom

The Keralites' love for gold is reflected even in the manner they adorn their favorite beast. The elephant, which is an integral part of any celebration here, is turned out in full regal splendor for any pageant or procession. The nettippattom (the glittering ornament that adorns the forehead of the elephant) is crafted in with Three and a half kilograms of copper and three sovereigns (24 gms) of gold by a skilled clan of artisans. Nowhere in India is an elephant decorated so extravagantly.

Thookuvilakku

The most famous bronze craft in India is the ancient statue of Nataraja (Lord Siva in dancing posture). But in Kerala bronze (bell metal or gun metal) popularly known as Odu is used for making small and big vessels, lamps etc. Huge wick lamps in different sizes and shapes like the Nilavilakku, Thookkuvilakku - hanging lamp, etc are widely used in each and every house. A variety of bronze (Vellodu) is often used for making this and it has more alloy content of lead.

Netturpetti

The ethnic jewel box of the Kerala woman was once a mark of the influential families of the land. The casket (petti) originally designed in the Nettur region of Malabar is testimony of the patience and skill of the artisans who make it. The box usually made of rosewood is fully handcrafted. Every joint, every screw and lock is shaped and chiseled by the hand. The wooden box is first varnished and then fixed with brass frames.

Aaranmula mirror

Centuries ago the native craftsmen invented a mirror made of metal. The bronze (odu) workers of Aranmula (Pathanamthitta district) specialize in making the world famous cast metal mirrors with handles known as the Aranmula Kannadi, made from four metal alloys, viz. Copper, Silver, Bronze & Lead. This ornamental mirror is exceedingly rare. Only two master craftmen and their families still make them.

Jewellery

Irrespective of religion or caste, most women in Kerala wear gold ornaments and it forms an inevitable part of most religious and social occasions like marriages. The most outstanding piece of the Christian women's jewellery collection used to be the enormous ring worn on the upper ear lobe. Muslim women also have their distinctive ear rings, necklaces and elaborately designed articles for the waist (Odyanam).The popular traditional ornaments are, gold necklaces like Manonmani, ilakkathali, Poothali, Palaykkamala, Mangamala, Dalamini, Chuttiyum Chelum and Puliyamothiram. Ear studs like Jimikki, Kannuneerthulli, Thoda etc; Bangles like Kappu, stones, pearl and enamel painted bracelets etc. The ornament worn around the waist inside the dress is called Aranjanam which is usually a thin chain but those worn by the Muslim women like a 'belt' over their dress are called Odyanam.

Pavithra Mothiram

The Payyannur Pavithra Mothiram is a uniquely crafted golden ring shaped like a knot and considered to be a sacred ornament. The sole right to make this holy ring was vested in the hands of a particular family at Payyannur in Kannur district. This ring is believed to be a luck and grace to anyone who wears it with devotion.

Nilavilakku

The Nilavilakku is integral to all the rituals and ceremonies in a Malayalee's (Keralite) life. As dusk creeps in, young girls of the family bring the lighted lamps (nilavilakku) to the verandah of the house. In the flickering light of the nilavilakku she is joined by the children and elders of the family, especially the grandparents, in chanting hymns and evening prayers. Lighting the nilavilakku on any occasion is believed to be auspicious.

 
Musical Instruments

The folk field has a variety of instruments like pulluvan veena, pulluvan kudom, udukku, tampattam, sooryappira, ampilivalayam etc, which are selectively used in non-Aryan temple rituals and in religious songs and dances and also in some social ceremonies. The traditional theatrical and ritualistic musical instruments include chenda, chengala, maddalam, thimila, edakka, maram etc. and they assist the ritualistic and festive music of the Aryan temples and traditional dance dramas like koothu, kathakali etc.

Naalukettu

The Nalukettu is the traditional style of architecture of Kerala, wherein a house has a quadrangle in the centre. Originally the abode of the wealthy Brahmin and Nair families, this style of architecture has today become a status symbol among the well to do in Kerala. Nalukettu is evident in the traditional homes of the upper class homestead where customs and rituals were a part of life. The mansion is created using wood and tiles, central open courtyard and wondrous architecture.The interiors of the house are tastefully decorated with a wealth of antiques made from teak, sandalwood, mahogany etc. The Nalukettu is flanked by out houses and utility structures. The ‘Padippura’ (a gabled gateway) serves as the entrance to the walled compound. This pattern of architecture became a standard feature of feudal Kerala. The enclosed courtyard or ‘Ankanam’ is usually sunk, and therefore called Kuzhi (pit) Ankanam.

Astrology

Astrology: or 'jyothisham' occupies a prominent place in the Vedangas, which is the most widely used knowledge base. It involves two parts viz: mathematics and prediction. The former involves astronomy and its calculations leading to the construction of a horoscope, which shows the relative planetary positions in the zodiac for any given time and place. The latter consists of making forecasts using the horoscope. The 'Nirayana' system is followed here. The commencement of the zodiac is at a fixed point which is about 180 degree from the star 'Chittira'. Indians have divided the zodiac into equal parts; each called a 'Rasi'. In another type of division, there are 27 equal parts with the 13 degree 20' called lunar mansions or Asterisms ('Nakshathram' or stars). Astrological interpretations are made on the basis of relative planetary positions resulting from the placement of a planet in a particular division. Natal astrology is the most widely practiced & is concerned largely with the destiny of human beings, and makes predictions on the basis of time and place of birth and the relative positions of planets. At the time when a query is posed to the astrologer, a horoscope is built on the basis of a random mechanism. Predictions are then made on the basis of this horoscope. An important aspect unique to Kerala astrology is the use of the 'Gulikan' in specific astrological

Kerala Wedding Package

Our Services 
Venue Options
Wedding Stage Decoration
Classical Music and Dance Performance
Wedding Theme
Jewellery
Accommodations
Video and Photography
Transportation
Menu Option
Mehendi or Henna Artists
Fireworks
Wedding Cakes
Elephants
Floral Decoration
Priest
Light Decoration

 The wedding package is loaded with the following :

1. Marriage license and certificate

2. Register on call

3. Assistance locally from dedicated wedding coordinator

4. Pre–Honeymoon Ayurveda package with mild aromatic body massage, herbal steam bath, lymph arrange facial and dry heat.

5. Traditional Kerala wedding dress (keep it as yourself) ( any religion)

6. Witness

7. Decorated wedding location

8. Traditional oil lamp decorated with flowers

9. Traditional religious blessings sung by Kerala girls.

10. Free canapés and soft drinks for your guest attending the ceremony.

11. Wedding Album & CD

12. Honeymoon in a royal cottage in any location (Hill resort, Backwater, Beach, Riverside, Ayurvedic or House Boat, Tree Top)

13. Candle lit special 5 course dinner on wedding night.

14. Wedding Cake

15. Bottle of sparkling wine for couple during the ceremony.

16. Elephant ride

17. Legal Requirements - we will send the details on demand.

For enquiry about your  marriage Venue, Menu, Accommodation and any kind of discussion you can feel free to contact us : info@holitravels.com  mob:0091 9446116997

Kerala Art and Culture

Kerala has a rich cultural heritage, which fascinates the tourists a lot. The art and culture of Kerala portrays various dance forms and martial arts performed with the accompaniment of vocal and instrumental music. All these art forms are performed during some celebration or festivity. Culture and heritage are pervasive presence across the state and are kept alive through the state's performing arts.

Theyyam  -  Theyyam is Kerala’s most popular art form which was developed by Hindus and the folk dances depict the Hindu culture. This dance is performed as an offering to the gods. They are performed at sacred groves. Theyyam refers to the shape of the deity. Theyyams are of different types and they are about 450 in number.

Kathakali - Kathakali is one of the oldest theatre forms in the world. It originated in the area of southwestern India now known as the state of Kerala. Kathakali is a group presentation, in which dancers take various roles in performances traditionally based on themes from Hindu mythology, especially the two epics, the Ramayana and the Mahabharata.

 

Mohiniyattam - the feminine classical dance form of Kerala. Literally meaning the  Dance of the Enchantress, it is deeply rooted in femininity,  GRACE (Lasya) and  BEAUTY (Sringara)  forming the quintessence of this dance form.The traditional costume worn in Mohiniyattam is white with a gold border, and gold ornaments are worn. The unique coiffure with hair gathered on the left side of the head reflect it's aesthetic appeal, making it distinct from the other dance forms of India. The regional system of music that Mohiniyattam follows is the  SOPANA  style which in it's lyricism is evocative of the spiritual element.

 

Thiruvathira - Thiruvathira is celebrated on the asterism Thiruvathira in Dhanu, the fifth month of Malayalese calendar (Kolla Varsham). This corresponds to the month of December-January according to Gregorian calendar. Thiruvathira is essentially women's festival. Ladies on this day worship Lord Shiva and pray for conjugal harmony and marital bliss. The other very interesting facet of the festival is the enchanting Thiruvathirakkali dance performed by women on this day.

Kalaripayattu - Kalaripayattu - The Orient's treasure trove, a gift to the modern world and the mother of all martial arts. Legend traces the 3000-year-old art form to Sage Parasurama- the master of all martial art forms and credited to be the re-claimer of Kerala from the Arabian Sea. Kalaripayattu originated in ancient South India. Kung- fu, popularized by the monks of the Shoaling Temple traces its ancestry to Bodhi Dharma - an Indian Buddhist monk and Kalaripayattu master.