Kerala 06D & 05N

Price Starts at ₹ 12,13,000

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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