Overview

The Essence of Kerala Tour allows you to experience the natural beauty, cultural richness, and serenity of Kerala. From the colonial charm of Kochi to the misty hills of Munnar, the backwaters of Alleppey and Kumarakom, and the tranquil beaches of Kovalam, this tour offers a perfect blend of diverse experiences that showcase the essence of Kerala’s allure.

Trips highlights

Alleppey Backwaters - Houseboat cruises, serene canals, and lush green landscapes.
Munnar - Tea plantations, Eravikulam National Park, and stunning viewpoints.
Kochi - Fort Kochi, Chinese Fishing Nets, Mattancherry Palace, and Kathakali performances.
Thekkady - Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, boat safaris, and spice plantations.
Kovalam - Lighthouse Beach, Hawa Beach, and water sports activities.
Thiruvananthapuram - Napier Museum, Kuthiramalika Palace, and Padmanabhaswamy Temple.
Vivekananda Rock Memorial,Thiruvalluvar Statue Kanyakumari Beach Kanyakumari Sunrise and Sunset Padmanabhapuram Palace Suchindram Temple Gandhi Memorial Tsunami Memorial Park Bhagavathi Amman Temple Vattakottai Fort

Day 1 :

Arrive Cochin/Kochi (By flight/train)

Upon arrival at Cochin Airport/Railway Station, meet by our representative with warm greeting and transfer to your booked hotel. Check in to your hotel and take rest. Overnight stay at Cochin

Day 2 :

Cochin

Starting with your morning buffet breakfast, our guide will assist you from your hotel and proceed for some famous local sightseeing of Cochin. Cochin is a tourist's paradise. The traditions are highly reputed and enchanting that reflects the translucent waters of backwaters, ancient churches, cathedrals and fort. Some attraction are – Kochi fort (where you can see the influence of European architecture), Chinese Fishing Net, Bolgatty Palace, Jewish Synagogue and Jew Town, Marine Drive. After completing your Cochin sightseeing, back to your hotel. Overnight stay at Cochin

Day 3 :

Cochin – Munnar (By road 140kms approx)

Morning, check out from your hotel after breakfast and drive to Munnar. It will take around 4hrs from Cochin. Munnar is a famous destination in the state of Kerala. Also renowned as popular hill stations that is located in Idukki district. The journey will be very enjoyable where you can see tea gardens surroundings. On reaching Munnar check in to your booked hotel. In the second half after lunch, our guide will assist you from your hotel and head to Mattupetti Dam, a popular picnic spot of Munnar. Spend your time boating, horse riding or trekking around the place. After completing your Munnar sightseeing, back to your hotel. Overnight stay at Munnar

Day 4 :

Munnar

Early morning our guide will assist you from your hotel and head to visit the Pothamedu View Point to enjoy gorgeous morning views of perfect hills decked in shimmery sun rays. After that back to hotel and have breakfast with hot tea. Then proceed for other sightseeing of Munnar that includes - Echo Point, Eravikulam National Park, Tea Plantation. After completing your Munnar sightseeing, back to your hotel. Overnight stay at Munnar

Day 5 :

Munnar – Thekkady /Periyar (By road 100kms approx)

Morning, check out from your hotel after breakfast and drive to Periyar. It will take around 3hrs from Munnar. Periyar/Thekkady is popular for nature's splendor and the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary that is situated on the banks of the Periyar Lake. You can find some herds of elephants, sambars, tigers, gaurs, lion tailed macaques and Nilgiri langurs etc. roaming inside the forest. On reaching Periyar check in to your booked hotel. After that our guide will assist you from your booked hotel and proceed for elephant rides, cruises on the lake and treks to Mangaladevi temple. After completing your Periyar sightseeing, back to your hotel. Overnight stay at Periyar

Day 6 :

Periyar – Alleppey (Approx 130kms approx)

Morning, check out from your hotel and drive to Alleppey. It will take around 3-4hrs from Periyar. Alleppey is also known as Alappuzha that is a world renowned backwater tourist destination. It offers a panoramic and enjoyable houseboat cruises to Kollam along the scenic Vembanad Lake. On reaching Alleppey check in to your houseboat and after meal, assisted by our guide you will be taken for the most beautiful journey on backwater. Overnight stay at Houseboat

Day 7 :

Alleppey – Kovalam (By road 170kmsa pprox)

Morning, check out from your hotel after breakfast and drive to Kovalam. It will take around 5hrs from Alleppey. Kovalam offers an excellent diversity with Kovalam beach that are willing for peace and tranquility. On reaching Kovalam check in to your booked hotel/resort. Then our guide will assist you for day sightseeing after some rest and lunch that includes – The Lighthouse Vellayani Lake, Valiyathura Pier, Edakallu, Kovalam Art Gallery, Varkala Beach. Overnight stay at Kovalam

Day 8 :

Kovalam

Today take the day free for leisure and explore Kovalam as you want. Or spend some quality time at beautiful beach. Overnight stay at Kovalam

Day 9 :

Kovalam – Kanyakumari (By road 100kms approx)

Early morning assisted by our guide head to Kanyakumari, most sacred place in India. It will take around 2-3hrs approx. Kanyakumari is famous for its spectacular sunrise and sunset. On reaching Kanyakumari explore the place with sightseeing like - Vivekananda Rock Memorial (boat ride facilities are available to reach the island). Also explore the hidden twin beach, temple and Kanyakumari beach. Aftre completing the tour back to Kovalam. Overnight stay at Kovalam

Day 10 :

Kovalam – Trivandrum (By road 20kms approx) Departure (By flight/train)

Morning check out from your booked hotel and drive to Trivandrum airport/railway station. It will take around 45mins approx. On reaching Trivandrum transfer to the airport/railway station to board flight/train for onward journey.