Overview

Kerala, a state on India's tropical Malabar Coast, has nearly 600km of Arabian Sea shoreline. It's known for its palm-lined beaches and backwaters, a network of canals. Inland are the Western Ghats, mountains whose slopes support tea, coffee and spice plantations as well as wildlife. National parks like Eravikulam and Periyar, plus Wayanad and other sanctuaries, are home to elephants, langur monkeys and tigers.

Itinerary

Day 1

Trivandrum to Kovalam

kovalam

Sightseeing

Transfers

Stay

Dinner

Arrive at Trivandrum airport/railway station. Transfer to Kovalam(16km, approx. 30 minutes drive) Visit Kovalam Beach, the Lighthouse Beach, and the Samudra Beach for a relaxing evening. Overnight stay at Kovalam

Day 2

Kovalam (Poovar and Trivandrum Local)

Poovar Trivandrum

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Transfers

Stay

Dinner

Morning trip to Poovar, enjoy the unique meeting point of sea, river, and land. In the afternoon, head back to Trivandrum and explore Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Napier Museum, Kuthiramalika Palace and more. Head back to Kovalam for an overnight stay.

Day 3

Kovalam to Alleppey

Alleppey

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Transfers

Stay

Dinner

Head to Alleppey (160km, around 4-5 hours drive). Check into the houseboat and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure experiencing the beautiful backwaters of Alleppey. Enjoy a full day cruise and overnight stay at the houseboat.

Day 4

Alleppey to Thekkady

Thekkady

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Transfers

Stay

Dinner

Check-out from the houseboat early morning and proceed to Thekkady (140km, approx. 4 hours drive). Visit the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary for a bout of wildlife spotting. Proceed to a local Spice Market in the evening. Overnight stay at Thekkady.

Day 5

Thekkady to Munnar

Munnar

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Transfers

Stay

Dinner

Morning departure to Munnar (96km, approx. 3 hours drive). En route, visit the Cheeyappara Waterfalls and the Valara Waterfalls. On arrival at Munnar, check into the hotel, rest, and explore local tea plantations. Overnight stay at Munnar.

Day 6

Munnar

Munnar Mattupetty Dam

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Transfers

Stay

Dinner

Visit the Eravikulam National Park, Mattupetty Dam, and the Tea Museum.Spend the evening at the local market for shopping/exploring local delicacies.Overnight stay at Munnar.

Day 7

Munnar to Cochin

Departure

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Transfers

Stay

Check out in the morning and proceed to Cochin (130km, approx. 4 hours drive). Visit Santa Cruz Basilica, St. Francis Church, Chinese Fishing Nets, and Dutch Palace.In the evening, head to the local market for quick shopping.Proceed to Cochin airport/railway station for departure.