Kerala Tour Package: Hills, Backwaters & Beaches – A 6N/7D Journey Through Nature’s Paradise

At the airport or railway station in Cochin, your representative will welcome you with open arms and assist with your pick up to get you to Munnar, widely referred to as the "Tea Garden Hill Station of Kerala." 

While en route, catch glimpses of the scintillating beauty of scenic countryside and pay brief visits at the fascinating Valara and Cheeyappara Waterfalls, besides the gorgeous Blossom Garden.

After arriving at Munnar, check into your hotel and relax in the cool mountain air and the rolling green tea plantations during the evening.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Munnar.

After a yummy breakfast, head out to explore Munnar's scenic charm and natural marvels. Start your day by visiting the Eravikulam National Park (15 km), the home of the threatened Nilgiri Tahr — an unusual mountain goat breed. (Note: The park is closed from 21st January to 15th April for breeding season. For advance booking, contact the Wildlife Division Office, near Panchayat Office, Munnar Town — Ph: 04865 231587, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.)

Proceed your sightseeing with a visit to the Tea Museum (3 km) and surrounding Tea Factory (Closed on Mondays and Good Friday) to know about the history and production of Kerala's famous tea.

Afterwards, visit the peaceful Mattupetty Dam (13 km) and the peaceful Kundala Lake (28 km), where you will get to witness picturesque scenery and maybe a paddle boat ride among misty hills.

Night stay in the hotel at Munnar.

After a heavy breakfast, depart from your hotel and start driving through the picturesque landscape to Thekkady, a nature lover's haven set in the midst of the Western Ghats. Famous for its dense green forests and rich wildlife, Thekkady provides an idyllic escape into the wild side of Kerala.

Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and prepare for a guided spice plantation tour, where you’ll walk through aromatic estates growing a rich variety of spices such as cardamom, pepper, cloves, cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, cumin, tea, and coffee. It’s a sensory delight and a perfect introduction to Kerala’s famed spice culture.

For boating on the Periyar Lake, it's highly advisable to buy your tickets in advance online since it provides an opportunity to view elephants, deer, and various birds on the forest-covered banks.

Night stay at the hotel in Thekkady.

Following breakfast, check out from your hotel and set out for the scenic drive to Alappuzha, known popularly as the "Venice of the East". Famous for its peaceful backwaters, meandering canals, and greenery, Alappuzha provides a special experience of Kerala's calm rural beauty.

This charming town is also a significant business center for the coir industry and black pepper business, testifying to its roots as a traditional commercial center. Arrive and soak up the scenic beauty — from glistening paddy fields and palm-lined backwaters to quiet villages punctuated by coir-weaving artisans.

Relax with an afternoon at leisure either at a comfortable hotel or on a traditional houseboat (optional), where you float along the gentle waters and see the peaceful rhythm of village life.

Overnight stay at hotel or houseboat at Alappuzha.

Post-breakfast, check out of your hotel or houseboat and head towards Kovalam, a scenic beach heaven famous for its breathtaking beaches and calm atmosphere. Stretching on the Malabar Coast, Kovalam is famous for its three gorgeous beaches—Light House Beach, Hawah Beach, and Samudra Beach—that provide the best of relaxation and recreation.

After arrival, visit Light House Beach, renowned for its colossal lighthouse with glorious views of the Arabian Sea, and Hawah Beach, which is a more serene extension perfect for relaxed promenades and serene moments along the beach. The soft waves of Kovalam render it an ideal destination for swimming, sunbathing, and surfing.

Savor the serenity of this tropical paradise, famed for its beauty and serenity.

Hotel overnight stay in Kovalam.

After morning breakfast, set out on a day tour of Trivandrum, the state capital of Kerala, 16 km away from Kovalam. Start your sightseeing by visiting Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, an age-old marvel of the 16th century that's consecrated to Lord Vishnu. This imposing temple, renowned for its sheer grandeur of structure and religiosity, is among the city's most revered landmarks.

Then, visit Trivandrum Zoo, where there are diverse species of wildlife, such as elephants, tigers, and exotic birds. Then go to the Sree Chitra Art Gallery, which houses an extensive collection of Indian art, and the Napier Museum (closed on Mondays, Wednesdays, and public holidays, and opening time between 1:00 PM and 4:45 PM). 

If there is time, you may also visit the Science and Technology Museum, which provides interactive exhibits for all ages (closed on Mondays).

Evening at leisure. Relax and unwind as you watch the sun set over the sea at Kovalam Beach.

Overnight at hotel in Kovalam.

As your fascinating Kerala tour ends, spend a leisure morning and then check-out from your hotel. Our representative will drop you at Trivandrum International Airport or Trivandrum Railway Station for your further journey.

We trust that the images of Kerala's breathtaking scenery, rich culture, and serene atmosphere linger in your memory long after you've departed. May the serenity and loveliness of God's own country inspire and strengthen you in the days ahead.

Travel safely home, and we look forward to seeing you again someday.