Itinerary

11 nights / 12 days covering;

Exclusions:

Expenses of personal nature such as hard/soft drinks, still/video camera fees at monu-ments, laundry, phone/fax, tips & gratuities and travel insurance. Flight tickets. Any increase in fuel costs. Any other item not mentioned in the above clause “inclusions”. X’mas and New Year eve supplement

Day 1: Kochi

Make a head-start to your week long Kerala tour right at the ‘Queen of the Arabian Sea’, Kochi. There is hardly any better place than the No: 1 city in Kerala as your destination of arrival. You will be well-received by our executives who will let you to comfortably check in to the hotel at Kochi. After a brief settling down, set out for a city sightseeing tour. Kochi is a place that effectively combines its modern luxuries together with the medieval colonial charm. You will justify this fact after experiencing both - right from the main city center, to suburban locations like Mattancherry and Fort Kochi. The Chinese fishing nets, St. Francis Church and Anglo Indian Bungalows at Fort Kochi and, the Dutch Palace, Jewish Street & Synagogue at Mattancherry bring back memories of the stylish colonial era… while the busy M G Road and Marine Drive thrive ahead in modernity. After a thorough city tour, return to your hotel and relax. Overnight stay at Kochi.

Package Highlights:

Inclusions:

Meet and greet assistance with welcome gift on arrival. 11 nights’ accommodation in double room on twin sharing basis on half board basis.Overnight Houseboat cruise with all meals.All transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary in A/c vehicle.Toddy tapping demo visit.Crab farm visit. Elephant ride. Kalarippayattu performance. One day Ayurvedic treatment. Service of German guide wherever applicable. One time normal boating at Periyar Lake. Entrance charges, Kathakali ticket. Arrival & departure assistance. Cochin – Goa Flight ticket Cost.

All currently applicable taxes (any Govt. or State taxes subsequently introduced will be extra.)

Day 2: Kochi - Munnar

Today take a drive to Munnar - the ‘Numero Uno Hill Station in Kerala’. As the journey progresses through the steep roads, you can have occasional halts to enjoy some splendid waterfalls on the way side… first, ‘Cheeyappara waterfall’ (a refreshing seven stepped water cascade) and then, the ‘Valara waterfall’ (a cascade about 1000 meters high, neighbored by lush jungles). Continue your thrilling high range ride with such eye-feasts… On reaching Munnar, check in to your Hotel / Resort and get tuned to the new chilling atmosphere. Later on, subject to time & availability, you can pay a visit to the famous ‘Tea Museum’ in Munnar Town - the only Museum of its kind; which illustrates the timeworn method of Tea production! Then opt for a little shopping at own convenience. Finally get back to your lodgings for overnight stay.

Day 3: Munnar

This day is devoted to sightseeing in & around the mesmeric Munnar. Start with a visit to the Eravikulam national park (Rajamala National Park), which is located about 15 km away from Munnar. This park is home to ‘Nilgiri Tahr’ (endangered mountain goat) and ‘Atlas Moth’ (one of the world’s biggest moths) plus, plenty of exotic plants. Go trekking inside the park and rekindle your adventurous self. After charging up the self, visit the pleasant Dam Reservoir area at Mattupetty. Here you may avail boating facilities too. Later, visit ‘Eco Point’ - a spot where, as its name implies, you can hear multiple echoes of your won sound. This is also an ideal location for nature walks. After enjoying Echo Point, go to ‘Kundala’ - the location of an artificial dam & catchment area; set in a fantasy filmy style. As night falls, return to your lodgings at Munnar and stay overnight.

Day 4: Munnar - Thekkady

This morning, depart from Munnar to another natural beauty spot, Thekkady - abode of Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, a major wildlife reserve in the country. After arriving at the destina-tion, soon set out to visit that wild hub. Enriched with variety flora & fauna, Periyar Sanctuary attracts a large number of nature lovers every year as it is ideal for watching animals in their natural habitat. Here you can either opt for a boating in the beautiful lake, or engage in other exciting activities like soft trekking, spice plantation visit, shopping spice items ... Overnight stay at the hotel in Thekkady.

Day 5: Thekkady - Kumarakom

Breakfast, check out and check in at a backwater resort. Rest of the day at leisure in the resort. Enjoy an ayurvedic massage at the hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 6: KumarakomBreakfast, Visit to Kumarakom bird sanctuary. Rest of the day at leisure in the resort. Overnight at hotel.

Day 7 Kumarakom - Alappuzha

Now it’s time to experience the typical Kerala specialty - the backwater cruise. With plenty of waterways, canals & backwater lagoons, Alappuzha is rightfully dubbed in the world tourism map as ‘the Venice of the East’ - also the hub of Kerala’s backwater tourism.

Day 8 Alleppey - Kochi - Goa

Breakfast, check out and ontime transfer to Cochin International Aiport for your onward travel to Goa. Upon arrival our representative will meet and greet you and transfer to Beach resort. Rest of the day at leisure on beach. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 10 and 11 Goa

Breakfast, rest of the day at leisure on the beach. Overnight at hotel.

Day 12 Goa - Airport.

Farewell day to the the ‘Pearl of the East’. This morning check out from the beach resort in drive to Airport.

Day 9 GoaBreakfast. Set out for a sightseeing of Goa. Referred to as the ‘Pearl of the East’, Goa, with its natural scenic beauty, attractive beaches, churches & temples, feasts & festivals and above all hospitable population, has got an ideal tourist profile and a timeless charm. The captivating combination of the sun, sand and the sea makes Goa the picture perfect spot for rejuvenation & beach holiday.Overnight at Hotel.

By afternoon check in to a houseboat at Alappuzha. As the overnight cruise begins, settle down in this floating luxury and get immersed in the gentle rhymes of backwaters. Watch the green paddies dotted with coconut trees, groups of ducks enjoying the waters, village folks engaged in their age-old routines… grasp the spirit of rural Kerala that still thrives unaltered in these regions. Spice up your cruise with delicious Kerala cuisines along the way. Overnight stay in the houseboat comforts.

Package Highlights:

Itinerary:

Inclusions:

Exclusions:

Kindly note that the packages have been designed and quoted based on Elatrip Deluxe Hotels ( 4*) and Elatrip Premium Hotels (5 *). considering the availability of rooms , Elatrip reserves the right to change the hotel based on the purchased category.

Day 1 Kochi Make a head-start to your week long Kerala tour right at the ‘Queen of the Arabian Sea’, Kochi. There is hardly any better place than the No: 1 city in Kerala as your destination of arrival. You will be well-received by our executives who will let you to comfortably check in to the hotel at Kochi. After a brief settling down, set out for a city sightseeing tour. Kochi is a place that effectively combines its modern luxuries together with the medieval colonial charm. You will justify this fact after experiencing both - right from the main city center, to suburban locations like Mattancherry and Fort Kochi. The Chinese fishing nets, St. Francis Church and Anglo Indian Bungalows at Fort Kochi and, the Dutch Palace, Jewish Street & Synagogue at Mattancherry bring back memories of the stylish colonial era… while the busy M G Road and Marine Drive thrives ahead in modernity. After a thorough city tour, return to your hotel and relax. Overnight stay at Kochi.

Day 2 Kochi - Munnar Today take a drive to Munnar - the ‘Numero Uno Hill Station in Kerala’. As the journey progress through the steep roads, you can have occasional halts to enjoy some splendid waterfalls on the way side… first, ‘Cheeyappara waterfall’ (a refreshing seven stepped water cascade) and then, the ‘Valara waterfall’ (a cascade about 1000 meters high, neighbored by lush jungles).Continue your thrilling high range ride with such eye-feasts… On reaching Munnar, check in to your Hotel / Resort and get tuned to the new chilling atmosphere. Later on, subject to time & availability,

Meet and greet assistance at airport with Welcome gift. 11 nights’ accommodation in double room on twin sharing basis on half board plan. Overnight Houseboat cruise with all meals. All transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary in A/c Cab. Service of German speaking guide wherever applicable. Toddy Tapping demo. Kalarippayattu demonstration. One day Ayurvedic treatment at Kovalam. One time normal boating at Periyar Lake. Entrance charges, Kathakali ticket. Arrival & departure assistance. All currently applicable taxes (any Govt. or State taxes subsequently introduced will be extra.)

Expenses of personal nature such as hard/soft drinks, still/video camera fees at monuments, laundry, phone/fax, tips gratuities and travel insurance. Flight tickets. Any increase in fuel costs. Any other item not mentioned in the above clause “inclusions”. X’mas and New Year eve supplementSupplement cost for Lunch : EUR 20 : Supplement cost for wine/ Bottle : EUR 20

10N/ 11D covering

you can pay a visit to the famous ‘Tea Museum’ in Munnar Town - the only Museum of its kind; which illustrates the timeworn method of Tea production! Then opt for a little shopping at own convenience. Finally get back to your lodgings for overnight stay.

Day 3 Munnar This day is devoted to sightseeing in & around the mesmeric Munnar. Start with a visit to the Eravikulam national park (Rajamala National Park), which is located about 15 km away from Munnar. This park is home to ‘Nilgiri Tahr’ (endangered mountain goat) and ‘Atlas Moth’ (one of the world’s biggest moths) plus, plenty of exotic plants. Go trekking inside the park and rekindle your adventurous self. After charging up the self, visit the pleasant Dam Reservoir area at Mattupetty. Here you may avail boating facilities too. Later, visit ‘Eco Point’ - a spot where, as its name implies, you can hear multiple echoes of your won sound. This is also an ideal location for nature walks. After enjoying Echo Point, go to ‘Kundala’ - the location of an artificial dam & catchment area; set in a fantasy filmy style. As night falls, return to your lodgings at Munnar and stay overnight.

Day 4 Munnar - Thekkady This morning, depart from Munnar to another natural beauty spot, Thekkady - abode of Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, a major wildlife reserve in the country. After arriving at the destina-tion, soon set out to visit that wild hub. Enriched with variety flora & fauna, Periyar Sanctuary attracts a large number of nature lovers every year as it is ideal for watching animals in their natural habitat. Here you can either opt for a boating in the beautiful lake, or engage in other exciting activities like soft trekking, spice plantation visit, shopping spice items ... Overnight stay at the hotel in Thekkady.

Day 5 and 6 Thekkady - Alappuzha - Kumarakom Now it’s time to experience the typical Kerala specialty - the backwater cruise. Proceed to Alappuzha from Thekkady. With plenty of waterways, canals & backwater lagoons, Alappu-zha is rightfully dubbed in the world tourism map as ‘the Venice of the East’ - also the hub of Kerala’s backwater tourism. By afternoon check in to a houseboat at Alappuzha. As the overnight cruise begins, settle down in this floating luxury and get immersed in the gentle rhymes of backwaters. Watch the green paddies dotted with coconut trees, groups of ducks enjoying the waters, village folks engaged in their age-old routines… grasp the spirit of rural Kerala that still thrives unaltered in these regions. Spice up your cruise with delicious Kerala cuisines along the way. Overnight stay in the houseboat comforts.

Day 7 Alappuzha - Kumarakom Breakfast, check out and check in at a backwater resort. Rest of the day at leisure inside the resort. Overnight at resort.

Day 9 and 10 Kovalam Breakfast, rest of the day at leisure on the beach. Overnight at hotel.

Day 11 Kovalam - Trivandrum Airport The final day of your leisure tour… Say good bye to Kovalam beach and drive to the nearby Trivandrum city, where your departure is arranged. If time permits, you can make a quick visit-cum-shopping in the city. Then depart with fond memories

Day 8 Kumarakom - Kovalam After the backwater glories, now it’s the turn of Kerala’s splendid seashores. Today proceed to one of the finest beach havens in the world - Kovalam. Check in to your hotel / resort at Kovalam on arrival and get ready for a beach day. Kovalam is blessed with three lovely crescent-shaped seashores, namely ‘Samudra Beach’ (which is the main beach), ‘Howah Beach’ and ‘Lighthouse Beach’. Spent the entire day engaged in various beach activities - sunbathing, swimming, enjoying the big splashes in the rejuvenat-ing sea breeze… After a satisfying beach stint, return to your hotel / resort for overnight stay.

Package Highlights:

Itinerary:

Inclusions:

Exclusions:

Day 1 Kochi Make a head-start to your week long Kerala tour right at the ‘Queen of the Arabian Sea’, Kochi. There is hardly any better place than the No: 1 city in Kerala as your destination of arrival. You will be well-received by our executives who will let you to comfortably check in to the hotel at Kochi. After a brief settling down, set out for a city sightseeing tour. Kochi is a place that effectively combines its modern luxuries together with the medieval colonial charm. You will justify this fact after experiencing both - right from the main city center, to suburban locations like Mattancherry and Fort Kochi. The Chinese fishing nets, St. Francis Church and Anglo Indian Bungalows at Fort Kochi and, the Dutch Palace, Jewish Street & Synagogue at Mattancherry bring back memories of the stylish colonial era… while the busy M G Road and Marine Drive thrive ahead in modernity. After a thorough city tour, return to your hotel and relax. Overnight stay at Kochi.

Day 2 Kochi - Munnar Today take a drive to Munnar - the ‘Numero Uno Hill Station in Kerala’. As the journey progress through the steep roads, you can have occasional halts to enjoy some splendid waterfalls on the way side… first, ‘Cheeyappara waterfall’ (a refreshing seven stepped water cascade) and then, the ‘Valara waterfall’ (a cascade about 1000 meters high, neighbored by lush jungles).Continue your thrilling high range ride with such eye-feasts… On reaching Munnar, check in to your Hotel / Resort and get tuned to the new chilling atmosphere. Later on, subject to time & availability,

Meet and Greet assistance with Welcome gift on arrival. 06 nights’ accommodation in double room on twin sharing basis on full board basis. Overnight Houseboat cruise with all meals. All transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary in A/c Vehicle.Elephant ride at Thekkady. Tuk Tuk ride at Cochin. Ayurvedic program at Alleppey. Service of German Speaking guide wherever applicable.Kitchen demo with dinner at CochinTrekking at MunnarOvernight stay at Campsite. One time normal boating at Periyar Lake.Kalarippayattu Perfomance. Entrance charges, Kathakali ticket. Arrival & departure assistance. All currently applicable taxes (any Govt. or State taxes subsequently introduced will be extra.)

Expenses of personal nature such as hard/soft drinks, still/video camera fees at monuments, laundry, phone/fax, tips & gratuities and travel insurance. Flight tickets. Any increase in fuel costs. Any other item not mentioned in the above clause “inclusions”. X’mas and New Year eve supplement

6 nights / 7 days covering;

you can pay a visit to the famous ‘Tea Museum’ in Munnar Town - the only Museum of its kind; which illustrates the timeworn method of Tea production! Then opt for a little shopping at own convenience. Finally get back to your lodgings for overnight stay.

Day 3 Munnar This day is devoted to sightseeing in & around the mesmeric Munnar. Start with a visit to the Eravikulam national park (Rajamala National Park), which is located about 15 km away from Munnar. This park is home to ‘Nilgiri Tahr’ (endangered mountain goat) and ‘Atlas Moth’ (one of the world’s biggest moths) plus, plenty of exotic plants. Go trekking inside the park and rekindle your adventurous self. After charging up the self, visit the pleasant Dam Reservoir area at Mattupetty. Here you may avail boating facilities too. Later, visit ‘Eco Point’ - a spot where, as its name implies, you can hear multiple echoes of won sound. This is also an ideal location for nature walks. After enjoying Echo Point, go to ‘Kundala’ - the location of an artificial dam & catchment area; set in a fantasy filmy style. As night falls, return to your lodgings at Munnar and stay overnight.

Day 4 Munnar - Thekkady This morning, depart from Munnar to another natural beauty spot, Thekkady - abode of Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, a major wildlife reserve in the country. After arriving at the destina-tion, soon set out to visit that wild hub. Enriched with variety flora & fauna, Periyar Sanctuary attracts a large number of nature lovers every year as it is ideal for watching animals in their natural habitat. Here you can either opt for a boating in the beautiful lake, or engage in other exciting activities like soft trekking, spice plantation visit, shopping spice items ... Overnight stay at the hotel in Thekkady.

Day 5 Thekkady AlappuzhaNow it’s time to experience the typical Kerala specialty - the backwater cruise. Proceed to Alappuzha from Thekkady. With plenty of waterways, canals & backwater lagoons, Alappu-zha is rightfully dubbed in the world tourism map as ‘the Venice of the East’ - also the hub of Kerala’s backwater tourism. By afternoon check in to a houseboat at Alappuzha. As the overnight cruise begins, settle down in this floating luxury and get immersed in the gentle rhymes of backwaters. Watch the green paddies dotted with coconut trees, groups of ducks enjoying the waters, village folks engaged in their age-old routines… grasp the spirit of rural Kerala that still thrives unaltered in these regions. Spice up your cruise with delicious Kerala cuisines along the way. Overnight stay in the houseboat comforts.

Day 6 Alappuzha - Marari After relishing the charm of backwaters, now it’s time to feel the thrill of Kerala’s seashore. In the morning, check out form the houseboat and drive to ‘Marari’ - a calm & pleasant beach location in the neighborhood of Alappuzha. Spend this day all along at the gentle beach… get immersed in the thrills of sunbathing / swimming. After the day’s beach relaxation, stay overnight at the hotel/resort in Marari.

Day 7 Departure Today is the climax day… Time to bid farewell to Kerala and your couple of weeks’ tour. Leave Marari and drive to Kochi Airport / Railway Station, as per the departure schedule. A farewell with full of excitements!

General Terms and Conditions

Important Information

Usually the general Conditions can vary depending on the hotels envisaged, period and room requirement

The Above prices are valid up to 30 September 2012 only

Explore the South

Highlight of Kerala

Jungle & Backwaters

Kindly note that the packages have been designed and quoted based on Elatrip Deluxe Hotels ( 4*) and Elatrip Premium Hotels (5 *). considering the availability of rooms , Elatrip reserves the right to change the hotel based on the purchased category.

Our offer is based on usage of base category rooms (unless specified otherwise) and if this category of rooms is not available we shall try to confirm accommodation in next available higher category of rooms and shall advise supplementary cost involved while conveying the status if any.

Payment Policy: 25% of the total cost payable at confirmation. 25% of the total costs after completion of Site inspection trip if require. Otherwise this 25% should be paid at the time of confirmation. Balance 50% 60 days prior to the commencement of the first tour.

Reduction Policy Reduction up to 15% of the total number of rooms booked would not attract any retention up to 60 days prior to the arrival of the group.

Price Guarantee: The prices given are based in Euros (€). Hence, the prices are guaranteed except the elements such as change in the tax structure levied on accommodation/meals/beverages, fuel hike, etc. In an unlikely event of this change we would be passing these additional costs to you.

Payment options: Effect a swift transfer into our US Dollar / Euro / GB Pound / Indian Rupees account through your bank. .

Insurance: Our tour includes insurance cover for travel within India. However, it has a limited liability cover as per the Indian insurance company. Hence, we would recommend that the guests take a health & travel insurance, which would cover as per the European norms.

Inclusions: All the inclusions are indicated in the cost proposal. There could be changes due to higher category hotels/rooms or any alteration in the itinerary. These changes would be indicated at the time of confirmation/reservation. insurance, which would cover as per the European norms.

Exclusions: All the things not part of the inclusions. All personal expenses such as telephone calls, drinks, tipping, laundry, visa fees, International flight tickets and International insurance policy.confirmation/reservation. insurance, which would cover as per the European norms.

Visas and Passport You will need a passport (with a minimum of six months before expiration) and appropriate visas to enter in India. To obtain your own visa we will furnish you with the necessary forms, which you may process directly at the Consulate closest to you. Visa processing takes about 10 days time.

Medical Information No compulsory inoculations are required if you are arriving from the United States, Canada or Europe. If you are entering from Africa or parts of Latin America, certification of Yellow Fever inoculation is required. General recommendations for travelers to India are: Anti-malarial medications,Tetanus, Gamma-Globulin, and Viral Meningitis inoculations.

Reduction up to 15% of the total number of rooms booked would attract 75% of the total cost received less than 60 days prior to the arrival of the group. Reduction over and above 15% of the total number of rooms booked would attract 50% of the total cost received up to 60 days prior to the arrival of the group. Reduction over and above 15% of the total number of rooms booked would attract 75% of the total cost received less than 60 days prior to the arrival of the group.

Cancellation Policy (Each group would be considered as separate entity): Up to 90 days prior to the arrival of the group no cancellation would be levied except 25% of the cost paid will be forfeited. Should cancellation be received less than 90 days prior to the arrival of the group, 75% of the total cost would be levied as cancellation charges (except for the Special theme evenings, beverages, entrances to the monument, guide and transportation cost). Cancellation received less than 60 days prior would attract 100% cancellation charges (except for the Special theme evenings, beverages, entrances to the monument, guide and transportation cost). Last minute cancellation (less than 7 days) or NO SHOW - Full Retention would be charged. In regard to Airfare please note there will be a cancellation charge of USD 50 per person for any last minute cancellations. This policy is subject to change by the airlines without any prior notice. This cancellation policy is as of now and may change in near future. You are requested to please make a note of same accordingly.

11N/ 12D

DurationPackage Deluxe Premium

10N/ 11D

€ 1,210

€ 950

06N/ 7D € 830

€ 1,360

€ 1,080

€ 895

Preparing for your trip

Baggage Allowance On your international flight between Europe and India you are allowed two pieces of checked baggage, neither bag exceeding 62 inches or 70 lbs. In addition to the above, one piece totaling not more than 45 inches may be carried on board, provided it fits beneath the seat. We are not respon-sible for any excess baggage penalties, which will be charged at the listed rates directly by the airlines.

ATM’s There are ATM’s at branches of all major banks, but they will give you cash in Rupees only. To get cash in Dollars you will have to go to American Express in Delhi or Bombay only. The local staff will help. Internet access

Internet access This is easily available now all over India, though not always high speed lines. The hotel business centers are the best bet, and all the hotels can set up the connection in your room for laptops.

Health Precautions One should drink bottled water only and as much as possible to avoid dehydration. No ice. Eat cooked meals, avoid green salads. Do not buy food at street stalls. Eat fruit that you can peel yourself. Avoid seafood except in coastal areas. Local beer, wine, and soda are safe. If an unexpected medical problem should arise, contact your hotel doctor.

Electric Voltage in India is 220V/50 cycles. You will need to take a transformer and special plugs for American gadgets. In regards to the adapters, only round pin plugs are used in India. You can purchase them at any airport.

Business Hours Shops and offices are generally open from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm with a break for lunch between 1:00 pm and 2:00 pm Monday through Saturday.

Gratuities With regards to gratuities we have outlined a suggested guideline based on 2 persons traveling together. For exemplary service please tip at your discretion, keeping in mind that the amounts listed are minimums. Our local representatives can handle this for you if you wish. Porters: Airports & railway stations: Rs 50 per bag. Drivers: Rs 250-500 per day. Bell Boys: Rs 50 per bag. Restaurants: 10-15% Guide: Rs 1000 per day for local and approx Rs.1500 for accompanying escort.

Communications Please note: This is included in your airline ticket. We are certain that you would find the program and prices appropriate for your travel within India. However, if incase you would like to make any changes in the program or would like to use different category hotels for their stay, do let us know, so that we can give you revised program and costs accordingly. We await your acceptance in order to make the travel arrangements for your visit to India.

Communications We will provide you with a list of hotel telephone and fax numbers related to your itinerary. India is 5 1/2 hours ahead of Europe time except during the summer time change, when it is 4 1/2 hours ahead. Country Code prefix for India: 91 City Code Kochi: 484 Dialing interstate in India: 0 + City Code + Number

While you are in India

Currency Exchange It is not necessary to purchase local currency at the airport. You can change money at hotels in all major cities at the Government fixed rate of exchange. Major credit cards are accepted at city hotels and most shops. The Visa / MasterCard are more popular than American Express. Small places and bazaars will accept Rupees cash only. Purchase small denominations for tips etc. A general rule of thumb is to treat Rs 65.00 as Đ1.00, Rs 10.00 as 15 cents.. Keep cash money in these denominations handy. The Indian notes are well thumbed and worn, and when getting cash you will often get a pack of 100 bills stapled together. Ask for help in detaching these as they are a source of great frustration.

Travel Insurance We strongly recommend that you purchase travel insurance, in the event that you have to cancel your trip. Insurance should be purchased directly from a licensed vendor. All queries related to travel insurance should be directed to the company concerned.

Clothing Dress informally while on tour. Carry lightweight clothes that can be laundered easily. For evening dinners and events, a normal dress for men and appropriate evening wear for the ladies. Women should remember that the Indian Subcontinent is conservative. Avoid short shorts, mini-skirts, and Lu-c backed sun dresses in public, particularly in the smaller towns. Pants and Bermuda length shorts are perfectly acceptable.

Useful items to take on your trip Personal toiletries Prescription medications with their generic names Flashlight Insect repellent Face towels (smaller places may not be adequately supplied). Packets of moist towelettes A small insulated flask for hot & cold drinks. Plastic cups and straws Facial tissue and extra roll of toilet paper Swimsuit, hat, sunglasses, sun block Comfortable walking shoes. Slipper socks — the kind the airlines hand out— you will need them at all the temples.

Do not accept torn bills when changing money; some shopkeepers might refuse it.