With over 4000 km of coast line, India has some of the loveliest Golden Beaches, Blue Skies and Beach Resorts in this part of the Globe.

Some of the most popular beaches in India are:

   A long coast line of over 100 km with fine golden beaches, sunshine and blue skies make Goa THE MOST POPULAR BEACH DESTINATION IN INDIA. Candolim, Calangute, Colva, Baga, Vagator Miaramar and Anjuna are some of the popular beaches. Dotted with International and small Resorts, Goa is land of of Fun, Frolic, Music, and exotic food of international quality. Portugese architecture can be seen all around. An amalgamation of religious architecture, built in the 16th century, it was a city with awe inspiring Cathedrals. The Basilica of Bom Jesus, the Church of Our Lady of Rosary, the St. Cathedral with its fourteen splendid altars, and the Convent of St. Francis of Assisi are the magnificent sites to visit.

   The Goan people are friendly, fun-loving with music and dance as their second nature. The Goa Carnival in February turns the entire community into a fun filled land, with colorful costumes, dancers and sounds of music filling the air.

   Some of the best International cusines and wines, Goa is a connoisseur's paradise. With mouth watering local and International dishes, one can not but help indulging in food, wine and all that goes with it.

   Lakshadweep, off the coast of Kerala, scattered in Arabian Sea, is one of the Union Territories of India. Of the 36 islands in Lakshadweep, only 10 are inhabited. Four of the ten islands are permitted to be visited to the Indian Nationals while only one island - Bangaram is open for the foreign tourists. The island has a hotels and small resorts to suit all budgets. The island offers sea sports like Deep Sea Fishing, Snorkeling, Sailing/Rowing Boats and Scuba Diving. A cool place dotted with palm trees, Lakswadeep offers peace, calm and serenity to those wanting to get away from the hectic city life.

    Ten of the twenty seven scattered islands of Lakshadweep are inhabited. A three to four day's stay will ensure you leave your cares behind, while you seep in the warmth of this tropical climate in summer or winter.

     Connected with Cochin by air with Agatti airport and by boat for one and a half hour brings the tourists to the Bangaram Island. Surrounded by a coral reef, uninhabited and virgin, the Island of Bangaram, one of the most beautiful palm-fringed coral islands in the Arabian Sea. The shallow lagoons are magnificent, natural aquariums for marine life and ornamental fish, threaded by an almost continuous line of silver sand beaches and fringed by dense rows of coconut palms. The lagoons around the islands are beautifül and clear, offering excellent opportunities for swimming, snorkelling and sun bathing.For dedicated anglers, tuna fishing and deep see fishing and for marine life lovers there are glassbottom boats available. The waters are crystal clear and immensely rich in a variety of sea life including corals.These could well be the last of the undiscovered islands, unexploited by modern civilization.

A famous Resort on the Island consists of thirty huts with walls of bamboo and thatched with palm fronds. It has a restaurant, a bar and a lounge.

DAY 1 Arrive Lakshwadeep

Catamarans take you on a thrilling journey into the sea. The ayurvedic centres add to the relaxation with special massages and other soothing remedies. The spectacular

DAY 1 Arrive Varkala

CHENNAI - COVELONG (43 KMS) Arrive Chennai. Proceed to Covelong beach by car and stay at a beach resort.

   Just 24 kms. from Bombay's International airport, is The Retreat a 160 room, five-star hotel at Erangal Beach, Marve - a unique beach haven with the flavour of an international resort.

   Much of the landscape on either side, as one nears Erangal, is effusively emerald, with splashes of red and yellow flowers, paddy fields. Beyond the lion coloured sands of Erangal beach, The Retreat is geared for the idyllic pursuit of happiness. Its 8000 sq. ft. pool area has no equal in India. All rooms and suites are well appointed with modern amenities and breathtaking vistas of blue waters and palms.

BOMBAY-ERANGAL (24 KMS) Arrive Bombay. Proceed to Erangal beach and stay at a beach resort.

DAY 4 Depart Erangal