COCHIN, MUNNAR, THEKKADY, ALLEPPEY & KOVALAM TOUR PACKAGE
Overview
Experience the very best of Kerala with this carefully crafted 7 Nights / 8 Days holiday package covering the historic city of Cochin, the misty hills of Munnar, the wildlife-rich forests of Thekkady, the tranquil backwaters of Alleppey, and the sun-kissed beaches of Kovalam. This journey offers the perfect blend of heritage, nature, adventure, relaxation, and cultural exploration.
Your adventure begins in Cochin, Kerala’s vibrant port city known for its colonial charm, historical landmarks, and multicultural heritage. Explore attractions such as Fort Kochi, Chinese Fishing Nets, Mattancherry Palace, St. Francis Church, Marine Drive, and the Jewish Synagogue while experiencing the unique blend of Portuguese, Dutch, and British influences.
Continue to Munnar, Kerala’s most famous hill station, nestled amidst sprawling tea plantations, mist-covered valleys, and breathtaking mountain landscapes. Discover attractions such as Echo Point, Mattupetty Dam, Tata Tea Museum, Eravikulam National Park, Blossom Hydel Park, and the scenic Anaimudi Peak region while enjoying the refreshing climate of the Western Ghats.
The journey then takes you to Thekkady, home to the renowned Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. Experience Kerala’s rich biodiversity through a boat ride on Periyar Lake, explore aromatic spice plantations, and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of this wildlife paradise.
Next, travel to Alleppey, famously known as the “Venice of the East.” Enjoy an unforgettable overnight stay aboard a traditional Kerala houseboat and cruise through serene backwaters lined with coconut palms, lush paddy fields, and charming villages. Witness the authentic lifestyle and hospitality of Kerala’s backwater communities.
Conclude your journey in Kovalam, Kerala’s most popular beach destination. Relax on golden sandy beaches, enjoy water sports and Ayurvedic wellness experiences, and explore nearby attractions in Trivandrum, including the famous Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Napier Museum, Art Gallery, and Zoo.
This tour package perfectly combines Kerala’s cultural heritage, hill stations, wildlife, backwaters, and beaches, making it an ideal choice for honeymooners, families, couples, and leisure travelers.
Highlights
- Explore the historical attractions of Cochin
- Visit Fort Kochi, Chinese Fishing Nets, and Mattancherry Palace
- Scenic drive through the Western Ghats to Munnar
- Visit Cheeyappara and Valara Waterfalls
- Explore Munnar’s tea gardens and panoramic viewpoints
- Visit Echo Point, Mattupetty Dam, Tata Tea Museum, and Eravikulam National Park
- Wildlife experience at Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Thekkady
- Boat ride on Periyar Lake
- Spice plantation and cultural experiences
- Overnight stay in a traditional Alleppey Houseboat
- Cruise through Kerala’s picturesque backwaters
- Relax at the beautiful beaches of Kovalam
- Enjoy water sports, sunbathing, and Ayurvedic therapies
- Trivandrum sightseeing including Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Museum, Zoo, and Art Gallery
- Perfect blend of culture, nature, wildlife, backwaters, and beaches
Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Cochin
Our friendly representative welcomes you at Cochin Airport or Railway Station and transfer to Cochin. Check into hotel / resort. Visit The Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue, St. Francis Church the oldest European church in India, Santa Cruz Basilica etc., and also an array of shops with antiques, fabrics & jewellery. Evening visit Marine drive and return to hotel overnight at Cochin.
Day 2 Drive from Cochin to Munnar (140 km / 4 Hours)
Today morning, after having breakfast, you will be checked-out from the hotel and driven towards the hill station of Munnar. Cossetted by lush greeneries, guarded by captivating hills and mountains, and fringed with never-ending tea plantations, Munnar is also known as the ‘Nature Lover’s Paradise’ and will surely hold you captive throughout your stay. Arriving in this hilly retreat, you will be checked-in into a hotel or a resort; overnight stay in the hotel/resort.
Day 3 Full Day Munnar Excursion
A treasure trove for the nature lovers, honeymooners, leisure seekers and all other classes of travellers, Munnar is an ideal sightseeing destination in Kerala! Today morning, after having breakfast, you can embark on a delightful sightseeing tour and discover all the grandeurs of this gorgeous hill station town. On the list, there will be scenic landmarks like Echo Point, Gundala Lake, Elephant Arrival Point, Cinema Shooting Point, Jungle Honey Bee Nest and several other places. Mattuppetty, Tata Tea Museum, Eravikulam National Park, Blossom Hydel Park, spice plantation and Anaimudi Peak will also be visited during the day. By evening, you will be guided back to the hotel/resort for your overnight stay.
Day 4 Drive from Munnar to Thekkady
Following your lively Munnar excursion on the previous day, today you will be driven towards Thekkady. Home to the wildlife rich Periyar National Park, this tourist town is known for its candid and untouched beauty. Arriving in Thekkady, check-in into a hotel/resort and after relaxing for a while, you will be taken for a rustic tribal tour to a nearby village followed by a plantation tour. Come evening, you can avail a boat ride in the Periyar Lake and enjoy the wilderness of the Periyar National Park. Returning from the ride, you can indulge in local shopping before retiring into the hotel/resort for your overnight stay.
Day 5 Drive from Thekkady to Alleppey
After today’s breakfast, you will be checked-out from the hotel/resort and driven towards Alleppey; the backwater capital of Kerala. Arriving in Alleppey, check-in into a houseboat and get settle down. Also called the ‘Venice of the East’, Alleppey is known for its mesmerising beauty and charm. During your stay, you can enjoy and experience its meticulous grace along with its warm hospitality. Post this, you can take an exciting backwater cruise and discover the lush beauty of Alleppey’s amazing network of canals, evergreen paddy fields, coconut lagoons and coir villages. Overnight stay will be at the houseboat.
Day 6 Drive from Alleppey to Kovalam (160 km / 4 Hours)
From the ‘Backwater Capital’, today you will be driven to Kovalam, the ‘Beach Capital’ of Kerala. The journey will start post breakfast and will take around 4 hours. Arriving in Kovalam, you will be taken to the Kovalam Beach, where you can enjoy several beach activities. Adorned by the playful waves of the Arabian Sea, this sandy retreat is visited by a large number of beach lovers and is ideal for activities like swimming, sunbathing, herbal body massages, water sports and lot more. With the advent of the evening, you will be checked-in into a beach resort for your overnight stay.
Day 7 All day tour at Kovalam
After breakfast proceed to Trivandrum sightseeing, Visit Padmanabha swami Temple, Museum, Zoo, Art Gallery. Overnight at Kovalam
Day 8 Drive from Kovalam to Trivandrum (50 km / 1 Hour)
Today will be the last day of this amazing and enchanting Kerala tour! After breakfast is served, you will be checked-out from the Kovalam beach resort, and driven to Trivandrum. Following your drop at the Trivandrum Airport, this heart- warming tour will come an end.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Meal plans as Breakfast & Dinner
- Houseboat all meal plans
- Accommodation on Twin Sharing Basis
- All Inclusion and sightseeing By Ac Vehicle as per the itinerary from 8.00 AM to 7.00 PM
- All Toll, Parking, Driver Bata & Fuel Cost
- CAR: - 02 PAX : SADAN , 04 PAX - ERTIGA , 06 PAX – INNOVA
- 08-12 PAX - 12 SEAT TEMPO TRAVELLER
Exclusions
- All those which are not mentioned above
- Visa charges
- Travel insurance
- Entry Fees To Monuments And Palaces
- Porterage At Hotels And Airports, Tips, Insurance, Laundry, Liquors, Wine, Etc
- All Items Of Personal Nature
- Any Cost Arising Due To Natural Calamities Like Landslides, Roadblocks, Etc
- Any Increase In Taxes Or Fuel Leading To An Increase In Surface Transport
- Ayurveda Charges
- Only Non Ac Rooms Are Provided In Munnar And Thekkady As They Are Hill Stations
Things to Carry
- Light cotton clothing
- Light jacket for Munnar evenings
- Comfortable footwear
- Sunscreen and sunglasses
- Personal medicines
- Government-issued photo ID
Cancellation Policy
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Cancellation Charges | Applicable as per hotel, airline, cruise, and service provider rules |
| No-show / Early Checkout | Entire booking amount is non-refundable |
| Refund Policy | Refunds, if any, will be processed after applicable deductions as per supplier terms |
Booking Policy
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Booking Confirmation | 30–40% advance payment is required to confirm the booking |
| Balance Payment | Remaining amount must be paid before departure |
| Price Validity | Rates are subject to change without prior notice until booking is confirmed |
General Terms / Conditions
- Package is non - refundable for peak season period (10th Dec to 20th Jan).
- Above rates are NET and non-commissionable.
- Confirmation will be subject to availability @ the time of reservation.
- Rates are subject to change without prior notice.
- GST of 05.00% applicable on the total bill Amount.
- Rates might be changed if traveling dates are changed.
- We shall proceed with the holding/ confirmation after receiving 50% amount and balance 50% required before 07 days of check in date.
- This is only quotation, we did not hold any rooms confirmed for the above details.
- Cancellation after guarantee would attract cancellation charges, No Refund for Last minute cancellations/ unutilized services/ natural calamities/ flight cancellation or postpone/ No show.