Kerala 05D & 04N

Price Starts at ₹ 12,13,000

Duration

05D / 04N

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 – Kovalam

Day 1: Kochi → Munnar

  • Pickup from Kochi (airport/railway station).
  • Drive to Munnar (approx. 4–5 hours), enjoying the scenic hill roads.
  • En route, visit Cheeyappara & Valara Waterfalls, tea plantations, and viewpoints.
  • Check-in at the hotel/resort in Munnar.
  • Evening free for leisure and exploring the local market.
  • Overnight stay in Munnar.

Day 2: Munnar Sightseeing

  • After breakfast, proceed for a full-day Munnar tour:
    • Eravikulam National Park (home to the endangered Nilgiri Tahr).
    • Tea Museum to learn about tea processing.
    • Mattupetty Dam & boating (optional).
    • Echo Point & Kundala Lake.
    • Blossom Park and photo points along the way.
  • Evening free to relax.
  • Overnight stay in Munnar.

Day 3: Munnar → Thekkady

  • After breakfast, drive to Thekkady (approx. 3–4 hours).
  • Check-in at hotel/resort.
  • Visit Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary and enjoy a boat cruise on Periyar Lake (spot elephants, bison, and bird species).
  • Explore spice plantations and shop for authentic Kerala spices.
  • Optional activities: Kalaripayattu martial arts show or Kathakali dance performance.
  • Overnight stay in Thekkady.

Day 4: Thekkady → Kovalam

  • Early breakfast and drive to Kovalam (approx. 7–8 hours).
  • Check-in at beachside hotel/resort.
  • Evening at leisure to enjoy Kovalam Beach sunset views.
  • Overnight stay in Kovalam.

Day 5: Kovalam Sightseeing

  • After breakfast, visit:
    • Lighthouse Beach, Hawa Beach & Samudra Beach.
    • Optional boat ride at Poovar Backwaters.
  • Relax at the beach or enjoy Ayurvedic massages (optional).
  • Evening free for shopping and leisure.
  • Overnight stay in Kovalam.

Day 6: Kovalam → Trivandrum Departure

  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Depending on departure time, short visit to Padmanabhaswamy Temple or Trivandrum city highlights.
  • Drop-off at Trivandrum Airport/Railway Station.

Option 2 – Munnar, Thekkady & Alleppey

Day 1: Kochi → Munnar

  • Pickup from Kochi Airport/Railway Station.
  • Scenic drive to Munnar (approx. 4–5 hours).
  • En route, stop at Cheeyappara Waterfalls for photos and a short walk.
  • Pass through tea plantations, lush valleys, and winding roads.
  • Check-in at your Munnar hotel/resort.
  • Evening free to relax or stroll around the local market.
  • Overnight stay in Munnar.

Day 2: Munnar Sightseeing

  • After breakfast, explore Munnar’s top attractions:
    • Eravikulam National Park (home to Nilgiri Tahr, panoramic views).
    • Tea Museum to learn the history of tea production.
    • Mattupetty Dam & boating (optional).
    • Echo Point and Kundala Lake for scenic views.
    • Visit photo spots and spice gardens along the way.
  • Return to the hotel for evening leisure.
  • Overnight stay in Munnar.

Day 3: Munnar → Thekkady

  • Breakfast and drive to Thekkady (approx. 3–4 hours).
  • Check-in at hotel/resort.
  • Visit Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary and enjoy a boat ride on Periyar Lake to spot elephants, wild boars, and birdlife.
  • Explore spice plantations and shop for cardamom, pepper, and cinnamon.
  • Optional evening cultural activities: Kathakali dance or Kalaripayattu martial arts show.
  • Overnight stay in Thekkady.

Day 4: Thekkady → Alleppey (Houseboat Cruise)

  • Breakfast and depart for Alleppey (approx. 4–5 hours).
  • Check-in to a traditional Kerala houseboat by noon.
  • Cruise through serene backwaters, paddy fields, and coconut groves.
  • Enjoy freshly prepared Kerala-style lunch and snacks on board.
  • Evening relaxation as the boat anchors for the night.
  • Overnight stay on the houseboat.

Day 5: Alleppey → Kochi Sightseeing

  • Morning cruise followed by breakfast.
  • Disembark from houseboat and drive to Kochi (approx. 1.5–2 hours).
  • Explore Kochi’s heritage spots:
    • Jew Town & Paradesi Synagogue.
    • Fort Kochi colonial architecture.
    • Chinese Fishing Nets by the waterfront.
    • Mattancherry Palace (if time permits).
  • Check-in at your Kochi hotel.
  • Evening free for shopping or leisure.
  • Overnight stay in Kochi.

Day 6: Kochi Departure

  • Breakfast at hotel.
  • Depending on flight/train schedule, enjoy last-minute shopping or short visits nearby.
  • Transfer to Kochi Airport/Railway Station for departure.
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.