Special Kerala

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Special Kerala

A compact seven-day introduction to Kerala's hills, backwaters and coast.

Duration6 Nights / 7 Days
Best TimeSeptember to March
Starts FromCochin Airport
Group Size24 guests
The destination

The journey, thoughtfully composed

Munnar's tea gardens and Thekkady's traditional performances, Varkala's cliffside beach and Kovalam's temples, ending with a houseboat cruise through Alleppey's backwaters.

Kerala's backwaters
Kerala's backwaters
01Munnar tea gardens & Eravikulam National Park
02Kathakali & Kalaripayattu shows
03Varkala cliffside beach
04Alleppey houseboat backwaters
Day by day

Your proposed itinerary

7 days
Day01

Arrival at Cochin – Munnar

Arrive in Cochin airport/ Railway Station our representative will receive and escort you, a picturesque hill station known for its tea plantations. En route, visit the Cheeyappara waterfalls. Check into hotel in Munnar and relax for a while. In the afternoon, visit the Tea Museum to learn about the history and process of tea production. In evening, you have the option to visit the Blossom International Park.

Meals / Lunch, DinnerStay / Munnar
Kerala's backwaters
Day02

Munnar Sightseeing

After breakfast at hotel, visit the Eravikulam National Park, home to the endangered Nilgiri Tahr. Enjoy a short trek inside the park and witness the breath-taking views of the surrounding hills. Afternoon enjoy a stroll through the tea gardens and visit the Mattupetty Dam and Kundala Lake.

Meals / Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerStay / Munnar
Day03

Munnar to Thekkady

Enroute, visit the spice plantations and learn about the various spices grown in the region. On arrival, check-in at the hotel. In the evening, enjoy a 1-hour Kathakali show. Kathakali is a classical dance-drama of Kerala, famous for its elaborate costumes, vibrant makeup, expressive facial gestures, and storytelling based on Hindu epics. Also enjoy the traditional Kalaripayattu (Martial Arts) show, showcasing Kerala’s ancient martial art form known for its agility, sword fighting, and combat techniques.

Meals / Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerStay / Thekkady
Golden hour
Day04

Thekkady to Varkala

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed towards Varkala. En route, visit the famous Jatayu Earth's Center, home to the world's largest bird sculpture and a popular adventure and heritage destination. Enjoy the breathtaking views from the hilltop and explore the park's attractions. Later, continue your journey to Varkala. Upon arrival, check in to the hotel and spend the evening at leisure near the beautiful cliffside beaches.

Meals / Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerStay / Varkala
Day05

Varkala to Kovalam

After breakfast at hotel, travel to Trivandrum and visit the renowned Padmanabha Swami Temple. Later visit Kuthiramalika Museum and Napier Museum (Monday closed). Explore the city, visit local markets, and savor the flavors of Kerala cuisine. Enjoy the evening at leisure, soaking in the beauty and tranquility of Kovalam.

Meals / Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerStay / Kovalam
Day06

Kovalam to Alleppey

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed towards Alleppey. Upon arrival, board your traditional houseboat and begin cruising through the picturesque backwaters of Kerala. Witness lush green landscapes, coconut groves, village life, and serene waterways.

Meals / Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerStay / Alleppey houseboat
Local colour
Day07

Departure- Alleppey to Cochin

After check out from the houseboat and proceed towards Cochin Airport/Railway Station for your onward journey. Kerala journey comes to an end, take back beautiful memories of serene backwaters, swaying coconut palms, breathtaking sunsets, and the warm hospitality of God's Own Country.

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The details

Everything, clearly arranged

Stay details

Arrangements planned for this journey

  • Planned overnight route: Munnar · Thekkady · Varkala · Kovalam · Alleppey houseboat.
  • Exact hotel names, room category and check-in details are confirmed on the final voucher.

Included in your journey

  • Double/triple sharing, 6 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners
  • AC vehicle for all transfers and sightseeing, professional tour manager
  • Entrance tickets, evening tea/coffee, water bottle per day
  • Kerala Sadhya meal, Jatayu ropeway ride, 1-hour Shikara ride
  • Kathakali and Kalaripayattu shows, Ayurvedic spa, Periyar wildlife experience

Not included

  • 5% GST, airfare/train fare
  • Guide charges, early check-in/late check-out
  • Additional meals or activities
  • Personal expenses; travel insurance not included
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Good to know

Before you travel

The published starting price covers the core itinerary services, including Double/triple sharing, 6 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners, AC vehicle for all transfers and sightseeing, professional tour manager, Entrance tickets, evening tea/coffee, water bottle per day. The final quotation shows every traveller-wise charge, tax and optional upgrade before you confirm.

The planned overnight route includes Munnar, Thekkady, Varkala, Kovalam, Alleppey houseboat. Hotel names, star category, room type and meal plan are verified against your dates and printed on the final itinerary and voucher.

Yes. The 6 Nights / 7 Days plan can be adjusted for your dates, pace, hotel category, departure city, room mix and special requirements before the quotation is approved.

September to March. Weather, local closures and live availability are rechecked for your selected travel dates.

Submit the booking request with traveller details, then a Bandhan travel consultant verifies availability and issues the final quotation. Payment milestones and the applicable cancellation terms are shared before you approve the booking.