Kerala 06D & 05N

Duration

06D / 05N

Temperature

20–32°C

Region

South India

Best Time

Oct – Mar

Currency

INR (Indian Rupee)

Capital

Trivandrum

Language

Malayalam, English

Code

+91

Top Activity

Backwater Houseboat Cruise

Arrival

Kochi

Departure

Trivandrum

Day-Wise Itinerary

Option 1 – Munnar, Thekkady & Alleppey

Day 1 – Kochi → Munnar (Approx. 4–4.5 hrs)

• Pickup from Kochi Airport / Railway Station.
• Drive to Munnar through scenic high-range roads.
• En route sightseeing:
  • Cheeyappara Waterfalls – Seven-step cascading falls.
  • Valara Waterfalls – Surrounded by thick greenery.
  • Karadippara Viewpoint – Stunning panoramic valley views.
  • Optional spice garden stop.
• Arrive Munnar, check in at hotel/resort.
• Evening leisure – stroll in local markets for tea, spices, handmade chocolates.
• Overnight stay in Munnar.

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Day 2 – Munnar Sightseeing

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Full-day tour covering:
  • Eravikulam National Park – Home of the endangered Nilgiri Tahr; rolling tea estates.
  • Tea Museum by Tata – Learn about tea-making with tasting session.
  • Mattupetty Dam – Boating and scenic views.
  • Echo Point – Known for its natural echo phenomenon.
  • Kundala Lake – Peaceful picnic and photo spot.
  • Blossom Park – Garden walks and flower photography (optional).
• Evening leisure or optional Jeep Safari to Kolukkumalai Tea Estate.
• Overnight stay in Munnar.

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Day 3 – Munnar → Thekkady (Approx. 3.5–4 hrs)

• Morning drive to Thekkady, passing spice plantations.
• Check in at hotel/resort.
• Afternoon Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary visit:
  • Boat cruise on Periyar Lake to spot elephants, sambar deer, wild boars, and exotic birds.
• Optional experiences (extra cost):
  • Spice Plantation Tour – Cardamom, pepper, cinnamon, and nutmeg farms.
  • Elephant Ride & Bathing – A unique wildlife interaction.
  • Kathakali Dance or Kalaripayattu Martial Arts cultural shows in the evening.
• Overnight stay in Thekkady.

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Day 4 – Thekkady → Alleppey Houseboat (Approx. 4–4.5 hrs)

• After breakfast, drive to Alleppey.
• Board your traditional Kerala houseboat at noon.
• Cruise through palm-fringed canals, paddy fields, and backwater villages.
• Onboard meals freshly prepared:
  • Welcome drink, lunch, evening tea with snacks, dinner.
• Witness a beautiful backwater sunset.
• Houseboat halts for the night on a peaceful stretch of water.
• Overnight stay on houseboat.

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Day 5 – Alleppey → Kochi (Approx. 1.5 hrs)

• Morning backwater cruise followed by breakfast.
• Disembark and drive to Kochi.
• If time permits, short Kochi sightseeing:
  • Fort Kochi
  • Chinese Fishing Nets
  • Jew Town
  • Mattancherry Palace
• Drop at Kochi Airport / Railway Station for onward journey.

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Option 2 – Munnar & Kovalam (Hill Station + Beach)

Day 1 – Kochi → Munnar (Approx. 4–4.5 hrs)

• Pickup from Kochi Airport / Railway Station.
• Scenic drive to Munnar through lush tea plantations and rolling hills.
• En route attractions:
  • Cheeyappara Waterfalls – Seven-tier falls cascading through dense forest.
  • Valara Waterfalls – Known for its photogenic setting.
  • Karadippara Viewpoint – Panoramic views of the Western Ghats.
  • Optional spice garden visit.
• Arrive Munnar and check in at hotel/resort.
• Evening free for leisure – stroll through local tea shops & spice markets.
• Overnight stay in Munnar.

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Day 2 – Munnar Sightseeing

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Full-day exploration of Munnar’s top attractions:
  • Eravikulam National Park – Home to the endangered Nilgiri Tahr and sprawling tea estates.
  • Tea Museum by Tata – Learn about the tea-making process and enjoy a tasting session.
  • Mattupetty Dam & Lake – Scenic spot for boating and photography.
  • Echo Point – Known for its unique echo phenomenon.
  • Kundala Lake – Calm waters surrounded by forests.
  • Optional: Blossom Hydel Park or Jeep Safari to Kolukkumalai Tea Estate.
• Evening at leisure.
• Overnight stay in Munnar.

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Day 3 – Munnar → Kovalam (Approx. 8–9 hrs via Trivandrum)

• Early breakfast, then drive to Kovalam (long scenic journey through Kerala’s countryside).
• Arrive Kovalam, check in at beach resort.
• Evening leisure at Lighthouse Beach – famous for its sunset views.
• Optional: Try Ayurvedic massage therapy at the resort.
• Overnight stay in Kovalam.

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Day 4 – Kovalam & Poovar Beach Leisure

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Morning visit to Poovar Beach & Backwater Estuary – known for the meeting point of sea, river, lake, and backwaters. Enjoy a motorboat cruise through mangroves and floating restaurants (optional).
• Relaxation time at Hawa Beach or Samudra Beach.
• Evening free for shopping at Kovalam’s beach markets or enjoying seaside cafes.
• Overnight stay in Kovalam.

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Day 5 – Kovalam → Trivandrum / Kochi Drop

• Breakfast and check-out.
• If departing from Trivandrum, short city tour possible:
  • Padmanabhaswamy Temple (dress code applies).
  • Napier Museum & Zoo.
• Drive to Trivandrum/Kochi Airport or Railway Station for onward journey.

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Option 3– Kochi, Munnar & Kumarakom (Heritage + Hills + Backwater Resort)

Day 1 – Arrival at Kochi

• Pickup from Kochi Airport / Railway Station.
• Half-day Kochi city tour:
  • Fort Kochi – Colonial streets and historic churches.
  • Chinese Fishing Nets – Iconic seaside photo spot.
  • Jew Town & Synagogue.
  • Mattancherry Palace (Dutch Palace).
• Check in at hotel in Kochi.
• Evening leisure or explore Marine Drive promenade.
• Overnight stay in Kochi.

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Day 2 – Kochi → Munnar (Approx. 4–4.5 hrs)

• Breakfast, then drive to Munnar through scenic tea plantations.
• En route attractions:
  • Cheeyappara Waterfalls.
  • Valara Waterfalls.
  • Karadippara Viewpoint.
• Arrive Munnar, check in at hotel/resort.
• Evening leisure for market visit or tea shopping.
• Overnight stay in Munnar.

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Day 3 – Munnar Sightseeing

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Visit:
  • Eravikulam National Park – Home to Nilgiri Tahr.
  • Tea Museum by Tata – Tea history & tasting.
  • Mattupetty Dam – Boating & photo opportunities.
  • Echo Point – Natural echo phenomenon.
  • Kundala Lake – Calm picnic spot.
  • Optional: Kolukkumalai Jeep Safari for sunrise views.
• Overnight stay in Munnar.

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Day 4 – Munnar → Kumarakom (Approx. 4.5–5 hrs)

• Breakfast, then drive to Kumarakom — a quiet backwater village.
• Check in at lake-facing backwater resort.
• Afternoon visit to Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary (optional).
• Evening leisure by Vembanad Lake — perfect for sunset views.
• Optional: Sunset motorboat or canoe ride.
• Overnight stay in Kumarakom.

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Day 5 – Kumarakom → Kochi Drop (Approx. 1.5–2 hrs)

• Breakfast and check-out.
• Transfer to Kochi Airport / Railway Station for onward journey.

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Inclusions

• All Sightseeing Tours
• Accommodation
• Daily Breakfast & Dinner
• Arrival & Departure transfer
• Basic English Speaking Driver
• All Tours & Transfers on Private Basis as per the program
• Travel Insurance

Exclusions

• 5% GST
• Any other transport mentioned other than above.
• Any meals except breakfast from the Hotel
• Any services not included in the above itinerary.
• Any Increase in the airfare charged by the airlines.
• 5% TCS
• Any optional tour and all items of personal nature
• Tips and gratis.
• Late checkout Charges if any. Any Gala Dinner.
• Hard Liquor/Beer/ Mineral water, Soft Drinks, Juices, Mini-bar in the rooms,
  Local/STD/ISD telephone call, rooms service, Porterage etc. in rooms are all chargeable
  and would have to be paid at the time of check-out by the clients.
• Please note that anything not explicitly mentioned in the inclusions is excluded from the package.