Overview
Embark on a captivating journey through Kerala, starting with Kochi's vibrant blend of history and modernity. Discover Munnar's lush tea gardens and scenic landscapes, then explore Thekkady's rich wildlife in Periyar National Park. Cruise the tranquil backwaters of Alappuzha (Alleppey), relax on Kovalam's beautiful beaches, and conclude at Kanyakumari, where the Indian Ocean, Arabian Sea, and Bay of Bengal meet, offering stunning sunrise and sunset views.
What's Included
Driver/Guide
Bottled water, fruit and snacks
Access to emergency assistance services while traveling
All Fees and Taxes
What's Excluded
Undisclosed charges or extra fees
Tours involving unethical or illegal practices
Poorly reviewed local guides or agencies
Day 1: Cochin Arrival
Arrive at Cochin airport or Ernakulam Railway station, where you will be received by our company representative and transfer to Cochin. Check in to the hotel & relax. After noon you can do the sightseeing tour at Cochin, visiting Jewish Synagogue, Dutch Palace, St. Francis Church, Santa Cruz Basilica and the Chinese Fishing Nets. Evening you can relax at marine drive in Ernakulam, you can do the boating & enjoy beautiful sunset in Arabian Sea. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 2: Cochin – Munnar (140kms/4.5hrs)
Today after breakfast drive to lovely hill station called Munnar filled with tea plantations and misty mountains. The drive to Munnar through the narrow hair pin roads is very scenic with beautiful valleys, tea gardens and small waterfalls On the way to Munnar you can see Valera and Cheeyapara Waterfalls. On reaching Munnar, visit the Tea Factory (subject to permission granted) and then check into the Resort and relax for the day exploring nature on your own and you have the option for nature walk or trekking. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 3: Munnar
Morning start the sightseeing tour visiting Eravikulam National Park and Rajamala Peak, Mattupetty Dam where speed boating can be done, Echo Point, etc. Later free time to visit the tea plantations. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 4: Munnar - Thekkady (130Kms/4 hrs)
Morning after breakfast drive to Periyar (also known as Thekkady) which is famous for its spice plantations and wildlife reserve. On arrival check into the resort and relax. Sightseeing destinations include Periyar wild life sanctuary where if you have luck, you can see wild animals (you can watch all these only while doing boating in the Lake). You can watch martial arts, kathakali and can go for ayurveda massages OR Enjoy guided spice plantation tour followed by 02hrs elephant package which includes 01hr ride and then washing the elephant in the river, watching the timber processing done, etc. (All are optional service if you are interested you can do it on direct payment basis). Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 5: Thekkady – Alleppey (140kms/4hrs)
Morning after breakfast drive to Alleppey which is the most beautiful backwater destination of Kerala. Here you will board your houseboat for your thrilling experience in the backwaters of Kerala. During this cruise, you can visit ancient temples, churches, paddy fields and can watch the day to day activities of the local people who live close to these canals. Your crew will serve delicious Kerala food on board and will take care of you. Overnight stay at the Deluxe Air-conditioned Houseboat (Kindly note that the air-condition in the houseboat will be switched on from 9pm to 6am only).
Day 6: Alleppey –Kovalam (Trivandrum Sightseeing) (180kms/5hrs)
After breakfast you can disembark from the Houseboat at 9.30AM, then proceed to Kovalam. Before check in to the Hotel you can do Trivandrum sightseeing, visit the places in Trivandrum city – Zoological Park, Napier Museum, Sri Chithira Art Gallery, and the famous Padmanabhaswamy Temple; also you can do shopping there. Overnight stay at Beach Resort.
Day 7: Kovalam – Kanyakumari (100kms/2hrs)
Today after breakfast proceed to Kanyakumari. Check in to the hotel & Start the sightseeing tour visiting Kumari Amman temple, Vivekanandar Rock, Gandhi Memorial, Sucheendram Temple, beautiful Sun set etc. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 8: Kanyakumari - Trivandrum Departure (100kms/2hrs)
Today after breakfast proceed to Trivandrum, our driver will drop you at Trivandrum Airport or Railway station as per the train schedule for your onward journey back home with wonderful memories of the tour.