6N / 7D
Kerala Explorer: 7 Days Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey and Kovalam Tour
Munnar(2N) → Thekkady(1N) → Alleppey(1N) → Kovalam(2N)
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 Cochin Arrival - Munnar
- Upon your arrival in Cochin, you will proceed to Munnar, a breathtaking haven of peace and tranquility that cannot be captured in a single canvas.
- Situated at 1,600 meters above sea level, Munnar offers an unending expanse of tea plantations, pristine valleys, and mountains.
- You will often find yourself above the clouds, watching veils of mist clinging to the mountaintops.
- Among the exotic flora in the forests and grasslands is the Neelakurinji (Strobilanthes), a flower that blooms once every twelve years and blankets the hills in blue.
- On your way to Munnar, visit the Cheeyappara and Valara waterfalls:
- The Cheeyappara Waterfall cascades down in seven steps.
- Valara features a chain of waterfalls surrounded by thick green forests.
- Overnight stay in Munnar.
Day 2 Munnar Sightseeing
- After breakfast, proceed to Munnar for a full day of sightseeing.
- Visit Mattupetty Dam (ticket price extra), a concrete gravity dam built in the mountains that offers many fascinating sights.
- In addition to the tea plantations and rolling grasslands, the Shola forests in and around Mattupetty are ideal for trekking and are home to various birds.
- Later, visit Kundala Dam (ticket price extra), where the famous Neelakurinji flowers bloom once every twelve years, covering the hills and valleys around Kundala Lake.
- En route, visit Echo Point and Pothamedu View Point.
- Echo Point is surrounded by abundant greenery and always offers a lush, picturesque view.
- Pothamedu View Point is the perfect place to enjoy the beauty of coffee, tea, and cardamom plantations.
- It is an adventurous destination, ideal for nature walks or trekking.
- Overnight stay at Munnar.
Day 3 Munnar - Thekkady
- After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to Thekkady.
- Upon arrival, check into the hotel and enjoy sightseeing in Thekkady.
- Visit a spice plantation.
- Experience a boat ride to Periyar National Park.
- Enjoy the evening free for shopping.
- Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary:
- The sanctuary features a picturesque lake at its heart, formed by the construction of a dam in 1895.
- The reservoir meanders around the wooded hills, providing a permanent water source for local wildlife.
- Though it is a Tiger Reserve, tourists often see Indian elephants playing and bathing in the waters of Periyar Lake.
- Overnight stay in Thekkady.
Day 4 Thekkady - Alleppey
- After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to Alleppey, a destination known for its immense natural beauty, often referred to as the "Venice of the East."
- Alleppey is famous for its backwaters, boat races, houseboat holidays, beaches, and coir products.
- Upon arrival, check into your hotel and enjoy a serene cruise through the backwaters of Alleppey.
- Overnight stay in Alleppey.
Day 5 Alleppey - Kovalam
- After breakfast, check out of the houseboat and proceed to Kovalam, an internationally renowned beach destination in Kerala that has attracted tourists since the 1930s.
- Kovalam comprises three adjacent crescent-shaped beaches:
- The southernmost and most popular beach is Lighthouse Beach.
- The middle beach is known as Hawah Beach.
- Samudra Beach in the north remains the least affected by modernity.
- Kovalam offers accommodations to suit all budgets.
- The boundless blue waters of the Arabian Sea and miles of white sands, washed by the surf at the feet of towering palms and rocky promontories, make this beach a paradise.
- In the afternoon, you can visit:
- Sri Padmanabha Swamy Temple
- The Zoo
- The Museum
- The rest of the day is free to relax and enjoy the beach.
- Overnight stay in Kovalam.
Day 6 Kovalam - Trivandrum- Kovalam
- After breakfast, proceed for sightseeing in Trivandrum, a city named after the Holy Ananth, the cosmic serpent with a thousand heads.
- Start by visiting Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple, which is 260 years old and the city's most religious icon, built by the Travancore Royal family. The deity, Padmanabha, reclines on the sacred serpent Anantha and is made from over 10,000 salagramam (sacred stones) brought from Nepal by elephants.
- Next, visit Puthe Maliga Palace Museum (ticket price extra), a 200-year-old palace featuring carved wooden ceilings, marble sculptures, and imported Belgian glass. The museum showcases Kathakali images, an armory, portraits of maharajas, ornate thrones, and other artifacts.
- Later, visit Veli Tourist Village, a popular picnic spot known for its peaceful serenity, where the lake meets the Arabian Sea. The main attractions are the floating bridge and the floating restaurant, which serves a variety of delicious dishes.
- By evening, proceed to Shankumugham Beach, famous for its breathtaking sunset views. A beautiful mermaid sculpture, over 35 meters long, is a major attraction at this beach.
- Later, return to Kovalam for an overnight stay.
Day 7 Kovalam - Trivandrum Departure
- The dream vacation comes to an end.
- After breakfast, we will drive you to Trivandrum Airport or Railway Station for your onward journey.
Stay & Meal Details
Munnar
2 nights
Munnar - Spice Jungle/Similar
Breakfast Included
Thekkady
1 night
Thekkady - Sandra Palace /Similar
Breakfast Included
Alleppey
1 night
Alleppey - The Lake/ Similar
Breakfast Included
Kovalam
2 nights
Kovalam - Ocean bay / Similar
Breakfast Included
$233
14% off
Package Policies
- Accommodation in one double room
- Breakfast included at all hotels
- AC sedan car for all transfers as per itinerary
- Toll, parking, permits, and all hotel taxes included
- All entrance fees to attractions
- Flight or train tickets
- Meals are not included in the itinerary
- All other personal expenses (room service, tips, laundry, etc.)
- Validity: The rates are valid till 30 Sep 2026 only.
- Hotel Information: Hill station hotels provide non-AC rooms.
- Room Availability: The rooms are subject to availability when booking and the package cost may vary depending on room availability.
Reservation Policy
Confirmation of the tour package requires an advance payment of 25% of the total tour cost. The remaining balance must be paid before the tour commences to ensure all arrangements are secured.
- 30 days before the tour: 10% of the total tour cost will be charged as a cancellation fee.
- 15 days before the tour: 25% of the total tour cost will be charged.
- Less than 15 days before the tour: 50% of the total tour cost will be charged.
- Less than 7 days before the tour: 100% of the total tour cost will be charged.
- No Show: No refunds will be provided for no-shows.
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Kerala Explorer: 7 Days Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey and Kovalam Tour
Munnar(2N) → Thekkady(1N) → Alleppey(1N) → Kovalam(2N)
