Duration
08 Nights / 09 Days
Travel Style
Private Car & Guide
Customization
100% Flexible
Rating
4.9 (15 Reviews)
Tour Overview
Experience the highlights of Kerala's famous waterways, spice valleys, and beach resorts in a beautifully paced 9-day itinerary.
Highlights
Explore vibrant, multicultural Cochin with its historic charm.
Wander through lush tea plantations, visit a tea museum and enjoy hill-station vibes in Munnar.
Experience wildlife sanctuaries, spice gardens and a boat ride in forest-fringed Thekkady.
Relax by lakes and bird-sanctuary zones in Kumarakom.
Cruise the tranquil backwaters and enjoy a unique overnight stay on a houseboat in Alleppey.
Unwind on golden beaches and enjoy coastal retreat at Kovalam.
End your journey with the calm and culture of Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum), blending history, coastal atmosphere and local tradition.
Itinerary
Arrival & Cochin Sightseeing
Arrive in Cochin. Meet your guide/representative and check-in to the hotel. Spend the day exploring — visit historic spots like the old town, local heritage sites and enjoy the multicultural vibe of the city. Overnight stay in Cochin.
Enquire NowCochin - Munnar (125 Kms/4 hrs approx.)
After breakfast, travel to Munnar. Check-in at your stay in Munnar and relax amidst the hills. Overnight stay in Munnar.
Explore Munnar
In the morning: relax or take in the scenic calm. Later: sightseeing — explore tea plantations, visit the Tea Museum, and enjoy views of hills and valleys. Optionally visit natural landmarks around Munnar. Overnight stay in Munnar.
Enquire NowMunnar - Thekkady (90 Kms/ 3 hrs approx.)
Depart after breakfast for Thekkady. On arrival, visit wildlife reserve/spice plantations. Go for a boat ride on the lake inside the sanctuary and immerse in Kerala’s forest-and-spice ambience. Overnight stay in Thekkady.
Thekkady - Kumarakom ( 122 km / 3.5 hrs approx.)
After breakfast, drive to Kumarakom. Check-in at accommodation near backwaters/lakes. Later visit bird sanctuary or enjoy a serene riverside/lakeside setting. Overnight stay in Kumarakom.
Enquire NowKumarakom — Alleppey (32 Kms/ 1 hrs approx)
Post breakfast, head to Alleppey and board a private traditional houseboat. Cruise through the peaceful backwaters of Kerala, watch palm-lined canals, villages, water-life. Dinner and overnight stay on the houseboat.
Alleppey – Kovalam (160Kms/5.5hrs Approx)
After disembarking from houseboat and breakfast, drive to Kovalam. Check into beach-side hotel or resort. The rest of the day is leisure: enjoy beach walk, sunset, chill by the sea. Overnight stay in Kovalam.
Enquire NowRelax / Leisure at Kovalam
Full day at leisure. You may enjoy Ayurvedic massage, beach-side rest, sunbathing, or just soak in the coastal vibe and local seafood. Overnight stay at Kovalam.
Kovalam — Trivandrum (15 kms/ 30 mins approx.)
After breakfast, transfer to Trivandrum. Trip ends here.
Inclusions
- Airport / railway pickup and drop
- Accommodation in twin-sharing / double occupancy basis
- Breakfast (and houseboat meals when on backwater cruise)
- Private air-conditioned car for all transfers and sightseeing
- Local guide assistance
- Houseboat stay at Alleppey for backwater cruise
- Cultural experiences: shows and boat rides in spice/forest/lake/backwater zones
Exclusions
- Air/train fare to Kerala and return
- Monument / entry fees, optional activities or any personal expenses
- Meals (other than specified), drinks, laundry or additional unplanned travel
- Any extra excursions beyond the basic itinerary