Essence of Kerala with Kanyakumari - Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey, Kovalam & Kanyakumari
Kerala Backwater Bliss
This 7-day journey captures the true essence of Kerala and extends to the southern tip of India, Kanyakumari. Begin in the misty tea hills of Munnar, experience a wildlife boat safari in Periyar, cruise the backwaters on a luxury houseboat in Alleppey, relax on the crescent beaches of Kovalam, explore Trivandrum's heritage, and witness the breathtaking confluence of three seas at Kanyakumari.
₹20,500
per person
Best Time to Visit
September to May (Note: Eravikulam National Park closed February–April for Nilgiri Tahr breeding)
Ideal For
Couples, Families, Beach Lovers, Wildlife Enthusiasts, Spiritual Travelers, Heritage Lovers
Duration
7 Days / 6 Nights
Category
Premium
Tour Highlights
- Scenic drive from Kochi to Munnar with Cheeyappara & Valara Waterfalls
- Visit Eravikulam National Park (subject to breeding season closure) & see Nilgiri Tahr
- Tea garden walk, Tea Museum (closed Mondays), and tea tasting session
- Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point & Kundala Lake viewpoints
- Periyar Lake boat safari to spot elephants, wild boars, and sambar deer
- Evening visit to Kumily spice market
- Traditional Kalarippayattu martial arts performance
- Spice plantation tour (Vanilla, Cocoa, Black Pepper, Ashwagandha, etc.)
- Drive through Cardamom Hills
- Overnight stay in a Deluxe Houseboat in Alleppey with village visits and toddy tasting
- Kovalam's crescent-shaped beaches (Lighthouse Beach) with water sports
- Trivandrum sightseeing: Padmanabhapuram Palace (16th century), Napier Museum, Sri Chitra Art Gallery
- Kanyakumari day trip: Bhagavathy Amman Temple, Vivekananda Rock Memorial, Thiruvalluvar Statue (glass bridge), Gandhi Mandapam
- Witness the confluence of Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal & Indian Ocean
Inclusions
- 6 nights accommodation in double/twin sharing basis (2 nights Munnar hotel, 1 night Periyar hotel, 1 night houseboat, 2 nights Kovalam hotel)
- Munnar, Periyar & Kovalam stay: CP basis (Room + Breakfast) with tea/coffee services
- Alleppey stay: Full board basis on Deluxe Houseboat (includes lunch, dinner, breakfast)
- Transportation with English-speaking chauffeur
- For 2-3 Pax: Air-conditioned Deluxe Sedan
- For 4-5 Pax: Air-conditioned Toyota Crysta
- For 6-12 Pax: Air-conditioned 12 Seater Tempo Traveller
- Welcome on arrival
- Visit to Tea plantation in Munnar
- Visit to Eravikulam National Park (Munnar)
- Visit to a Tea manufacturing unit (Munnar)
- Visit to Spice Garden Plantation (Periyar)
- Visit to Periyar National Park by boat
- Evening stroll in the spice market of Kumily (Periyar)
- Boat cruise in backwaters of Vembanad Lake (Alleppey)
- Visit to Vivekananda Rock Memorial, Thiruvalluvar Statue, and Kumari Amman Temple (Kanyakumari)
- Visit to villages, rope factories and coconut fibre weaving during backwater cruise
Detailed Itinerary
Kochi to Munnar – Enroute Waterfalls
Arrive Kochi. Welcome on arrival and drive to Munnar (140 kms). Enroute visit Cheeyappara and Valara Waterfalls. Arrive Munnar, check in to hotel. Overnight stay.
Munnar Sightseeing – National Park, Dam, Tea Gardens & Museum
Morning breakfast. Visit Eravikulam National Park (closed February to April for Nilgiri Tahr breeding). One can encounter the endangered Nilgiri Tahr. Return to hotel. Afternoon visit Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, Kundala Lake, and viewpoints. Walk through tea gardens. Visit Tea Museum (closed Mondays). Tea tasting session. Evening free to explore local market. Overnight.
Munnar to Thekkady (Periyar) – Spice Plantations & Wildlife Safari
Morning breakfast. Drive to Periyar (160 kms), a wildlife sanctuary centered on scenic Periyar Lake. Pass through grassy meadows, tea estates, and misty mountain peaks. Arrive and check in to hotel. Later, drive through thick forests to Periyar Lake and enjoy a relaxing boat safari to see elephants, wild boars, and sambar deer. Evening visit to Kumily spice market for spices, fresh coffee, and tea. Later, watch a traditional Kalarippayattu martial arts performance. Overnight.
Thekkady to Alleppey – Spice Plantation & Overnight Houseboat Cruise
Morning breakfast. Drive to Alleppey. Enroute stop at a spice plantation to see Vanilla, Ashwagandha, Heliconia, Cocoa, Wild Ginger, Indigo, Shatavari, and Black Pepper. Witness the Cardamom Hills. Arrive Alleppey, board a deluxe houseboat (Kettuvalam). Check-in, relax, and enjoy lunch. Cruise the tranquil backwaters, visit a traditional village to see basket weaving and coconut coiling, and meet a toddy tapper. Taste freshly collected Toddy (Palm Wine). Enjoy freshly prepared traditional delicacies. Overnight on the houseboat.
Alleppey to Kovalam – Trivandrum Sightseeing & Beach Relaxation
Morning breakfast. Drive to Kovalam (240 kms), a premier coastal town renowned for its crescent-shaped beaches and Ayurveda treatments. Enroute stop at Trivandrum. Visit the famous ancient Padmanabhapuram Palace (16th century) with its mural paintings, floral carvings, and black granite floor. Visit Napier Museum and Sri Chitra Art Gallery. Continue to Kovalam. Check in to hotel. Evening at leisure to enjoy the peace and tranquility of Kovalam's beaches. Walk along Lighthouse Beach, enjoy water sports like swimming, beach volleyball, or surfing. Overnight.
Kovalam to Kanyakumari Day Trip – Southern Tip & Three Seas Confluence
Morning breakfast. Drive to Kanyakumari, the southernmost tip of India (coastal town in Tamil Nadu). Enjoy green paddy fields, coconut groves, valleys, and plains. Visit Bhagavathy Amman Temple. Take a ferry to visit Vivekananda Rock Memorial. Walk on the 77-meter-long glass bridge connecting the memorial to the nearby Thiruvalluvar Statue. Visit Gandhi Mandapam. Witness the mesmerizing confluence of three seas (Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal, Indian Ocean). Return to Kovalam. Evening free for leisure or independent activities. Overnight.
Kovalam to Trivandrum or Kochi – Departure
Morning breakfast. Drive back and drop at Trivandrum or Kochi Airport / Railway station / Bus stand. Proceed for your next destination.
Exclusions
- Single room supplements
- Domestic flights
- Lunches (except on houseboat)
- Entry fees for Eravikulam National Park & Tata Tea Museum (Munnar)
- Entry fees for popular viewpoints like Top Station and Mattupetty Dam
- Jeep ride in Munnar
- Entry fees for Spice Garden Plantation (Periyar)
- Wildlife Park entry fees / Boat ride fees (Periyar)
- Entry ticket for Kalarippayattu martial arts show (Periyar)
- Entry fees in Trivandrum (Padmanabhapuram Palace, Napier Museum, Sri Chitra Art Gallery)
- Ferry charges / Glass bridge charges (Kanyakumari)
- Assistance of a local English-speaking guide
- Entrance fees to all monuments and activities
- Camera / Videography fees
- Portage of luggage in hotels and tips for porters
- Tips for hotels, restaurants, and driver
- All personal expenses (laundry, calls, insurance, photography, etc.)
- Excess baggage, emergency medical expenses
- GST 5% extra on total billing