Overview
This 7-day Kerala tour offers a delightful journey through the scenic hills, wildlife sanctuaries, serene backwaters, pristine beaches, and cultural landmarks of God’s Own Country. The tour begins with a scenic drive from Kochi to Munnar, exploring Valara and Cheeyapara Waterfalls, Spice Gardens, and optional adventure activities. On day two, enjoy Munnar sightseeing including Rose Garden, Mattupetty Dam boating, Tea Factory, Elephant Park, Echo Point, and a visit to Eravikulam National Park to spot the endangered Nilgiri Tahr. Day three takes you to Thekkady for a boat cruise on Periyar Lake, wildlife spotting, elephant encounters, and evening cultural performances. On day four, cruise through the tranquil backwaters of Alleppey on a deluxe houseboat, witnessing paddy fields, villages, and lagoons. Day five includes a stop at the Jatayu Earth Centre en route to Kovalam for beach exploration and sunset views. Day six features Trivandrum sightseeing, including the Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Kuthira Malika Palace, Napier Museum, and Trivandrum Zoo. The tour concludes on day seven with a comfortable drop at Trivandrum Airport or Railway Station, leaving you with unforgettable Kerala memories.
Duration
06 Nights - 07 Days
Starting Price
20,999/- Per Person (Minimum 4 Pax)
Destination
Munnar - Thekkady - Alleppey - Kovalam
Detailed Itinerary
Day 01 : Kochi to Munnar
Pick up from Railway Station / Airport. Road trip to Munnar (140 km, 4-5 hours). Sightseeing includes Valara and Cheeyapara Waterfalls and the Spice Garden. Optional activities include Adventure Park (Zip line, Giant Swing, Bali Swing, etc.), Handloom & Chocolate Factory. Relax and overnight stay at Munnar Hotel.
Day 02 : Munnar Sightseeing
After breakfast, get ready to explore the city of Munnar. Visit Rose Garden, enjoy boating in Mattupetty Dam, explore Tea Factory/Museum, Photo Point, Elephant Park, and Echo Point. In the afternoon, head towards Eravikulam National Park, where the endangered Nilgiri Tahr is conserved, and enjoy a soft trek. Later, drive back to your hotel/resort for an overnight stay at Munnar.
Day 03 : Munnar to Thekkady
After breakfast, checkout from the hotel/resort and drive towards Thekkady: Gateway to Periyar National Park. Take a boat cruise on Periyar Lake in Periyar Tiger Reserve, offering stunning views of the surrounding forests and the chance to spot wildlife like elephants, deer, and birds. Experience a memorable elephant encounter with rides, bathing, and feeding. End the evening with mesmerizing cultural performances of Kathakali and Kerala’s traditional martial arts. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel/resort.
Day 04 : Thekkady to Alleppey
After breakfast, checkout from the hotel/resort and drive towards Alleppey: The Backwater capital of India. Arriving in Alleppey, check-in into a houseboat and get settled; lunch will be served. Alleppey is known for its mesmerizing beauty and charm, also called the ‘Venice of the East’. Take an exciting backwater cruise and enjoy gliding past ancient Chinese fishing nets, water lilies, lush paddy fields, coir villages, rustic homes, temples, coconut groves, and innumerable lagoons, lakes, canals, and estuaries. Dinner and overnight stay in the houseboat.
(AC Deluxe Sharing Houseboat. AC time 09 PM to 06 AM. Check-in time: 12 PM & Checkout time: 09 AM)Day 05 : Alleppey to Kovalam via Jatayu Earth Centre
After breakfast, checkout from the Houseboat and drive towards Kovalam. Enroute, spend some time at the world’s largest bird statue which is Jatayu Earth Centre. Post that, leave for Kovalam. Check in to the hotel and in the evening you are free to explore the beaches and witness the amazing sunset over the Arabian Sea.
Day 06 : Trivandrum Sightseeing
After breakfast, leave for Trivandrum sightseeing. Visit the world’s richest temple, Padmanabhaswamy Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu (darshan timing 04 AM to 11 AM and 04 PM to 08 PM), along with Kuthira Malika Palace, Napier Museum, Trivandrum Zoo, and more. Overnight stay at the hotel in Kovalam.
Day 06 : Trivandrum Departure
Breakfast at the hotel and check out. Leave for Trivandrum Airport or Railway Station for departure. Tour ends with sweet memories.
Package Details
Inclusions
- 3★ Deluxe / 3★ Luxury Hotels in each location
- 1/2/3/4/5/6 Double Rooms in each location
- Daily breakfast at hotels and all meals on the houseboat
- Transfers and sightseeing by A/C Sedan, Ertiga, or Tempo Traveler
- All tolls, parking charges, driver allowances, and fuel costs included
- Pick up from Kochi and drop at Trivandrum Railway Station / Airport
Exclusions
- 5% GST
- Anything not mentioned in the itinerary
- Monuments Entry Fee & Guide Charges
- Any type of Medical & Personal Expense of any types like Laundry, Telephone Calls, Tips, Mineral Water, Soft & Hard Drinks, Activities, Porter.…etc.
- Water, Soft & Hard Drinks, Activities, …etc
- Room Heater Charges
- 4X4 Vehicle Charges if used anywhere due to Snowfall
- Insurance
- AC will not work in Hills, It will only work in Plain surface
- No refund for short stay and unused
- Any cost arising due to natural calamities like, landslides, road blockage, political disturbances (strikes), etc (to be borne by the client, which is directly payable on the spot).
- Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicles, other than mentioned in the itinerary will be chargeable
