Enjoy your amazing journey from Trivandrum to Kochi, experiencing the best of Kerala’s beaches, wildlife, tea plantations, and backwaters! π
Destinations Covered: Kochi ποΈ β Munnar π β Thekkady π β Alleppey π€ β Kovalam ποΈ β Trivandrum π
π° Price: βΉ23,200/- per person (minimum 4 pax) π§βπ€βπ§π§βπ€βπ§
*7 Nights, 8 Days Kerala Itinerary π΄β¨ (Trivandrum to Kochi)*
Day 01 :
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Day 1: Arrival in Kochi (Cochin)
Destination: Fort Kochi
- βοΈ Arrive at Cochin International Airport
- π¨ Check into a heritage hotel
- ποΈ Explore Fort Kochi β Chinese Fishing Nets, St. Francis Church βͺ
- π¨ Visit art cafes and galleries in Jew Town
- π Return back to the hotel π¦
Overnight: Kochi π
Day 02 :
ποΈ Day 2: Munnar β Tea Gardens & Hills
π Destination: Munnar (Approx. 4-5 hrs drive)
- π Scenic drive through lush green hills πΏ
- π· Stop at Cheeyappara Waterfalls & Valara Falls
- π Visit a tea plantation & factory
- π Sunset at Pothamedu View Point
Overnight: Munnar ποΈ
Day 03 :
π¦ Day 3: Munnar Exploration
- πΈ Eravikulam National Park β spot the endangered Nilgiri Tahr π
- πΌ Flower Garden & Mattupetty Dam
- πΆ Boating at Kundala Lake
- ποΈ Local shopping for spices, chocolates & essential oils
Overnight: Munnar πΏ
Day 04 :
π Day 4: Thekkady β Spice & Wildlife
π Destination: Thekkady (Approx. 3.5 hrs drive)
- πΆοΈ Visit spice plantations
- π Optional elephant ride or interaction
- π€ Boat ride on Periyar Lake β possible wildlife spotting π
- π Attend a Kathakali or Kalaripayattu performance in the evening
Overnight: Thekkady π²
Day 05 :
π£ Day 5: Alleppey β Backwaters Bliss
π Destination: Alleppey (Approx. 4 hrs drive)
- π Check-in to a traditional houseboat β΅
- π² Enjoy delicious onboard Kerala meals
- ποΈ Cruise through palm-lined canals, paddy fields, and village life πΎ
Overnight: Houseboat ποΈπ
Day 06 :
π΄ Day 6: Kumarakom β Relax by the Lake
- π Destination: Kumarakom (short drive from Alleppey)
- π§ββοΈ Relax at a lakeside resort
- π¦ Visit Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
- π Ayurvedic massage or spa therapy
- π Unwind by the Vembanad Lake with a book or drink πΉ
- Overnight: Kumarakom π
Day 07 :
ποΈ Day 7: Kovalam / Varkala β Beach Time!
π Destination: Kovalam or Varkala (Approx. 4.5β5.5 hrs drive)
- ποΈ Chill on the beach, try surfing or sunbathing
- π Explore the lighthouse beach or cliff cafes
- π Catch a stunning Arabian Sea sunset π
Overnight: Kovalam or Varkala π
Day 08 :
βοΈ Day 8: Departure from Trivandrum
- π Drive to Trivandrum (approx. 30-60 min from Kovalam)
- ποΈ Last-minute shopping or quick temple visit (Padmanabhaswamy Temple)
- βοΈ Fly out with memories full of coconut trees, calm backwaters, and spicy food! π΄ππΈ
Includes/Excludes
Includes
- π¨ Accommodation for 7 nights in well-rated hotels/resorts/houseboat
- π Private AC vehicle with driver for all transfers and intercity travel
- π½οΈ Daily breakfast at hotels + all meals on the houseboat
- πΆ 1-night Alleppey houseboat cruise experience
- π§βπΌ English-speaking driver assistance throughout the trip
- π Sightseeing points included (entry tickets not included):
- Fort Kochi: Chinese Fishing Nets, Jew Town, St. Francis Church
- Munnar: Tea plantations, Tea Museum (entry not included), Eravikulam National Park, Mattupetty Dam, Kundala Lake, Pothamedu View Point
- Thekkady: Periyar Lake, spice plantations, cultural shows (optional)
- Alleppey: Backwaters, village views via houseboat
- Kumarakom: Bird Sanctuary, Vembanad Lake
- Kovalam/Varkala: Beaches, lighthouse area, cliff walk
- π All tolls, parking, fuel charges, and driver allowance
- π 24/7 on-call assistance during travel
- π§Ύ All applicable taxes
Excludes
- βοΈ Airfare or train tickets
- π₯ Lunch & dinner (except on houseboat)
- ποΈ Entry tickets to sightseeing attractions
- ποΈ Personal expenses like shopping, tips, laundry, etc.
- π· Beverages (including bottled water, soft drinks, alcohol)
- π§ββοΈ Optional activities like Ayurvedic massage, boat rides not part of itinerary
- πΈ Camera/video charges at monuments
- π‘οΈ Travel insurance
- π Medical/emergency expenses