Trip Overview : Panoramic Kerala
Experience the very best of “God’s Own Country” with this meticulously crafted 7-day itinerary. Your journey begins in the vibrant port city of Kochi, ascending into the emerald-green tea carpets of Munnar and the spice-scented wilderness of Thekkady. Drift through the tranquil backwaters of Alleppey on a private houseboat before heading south to the legendary crescent beaches of Kovalam. With a mix of breathtaking hill stations, serene waters, and royal heritage in Trivandrum, this tour offers a complete and soulful Kerala experience. https://www.incredibleindia.gov.in/en/himachal-pradesh
Trip Highlights
- 🍃 Munnar Tea Trails: Explore vast tea estates and visit the highest points in the Western Ghats.
- 🌊 Majestic Waterfalls: Refreshing en-route stops at Cheeyappara and Valara Falls.
- 🐅 Wildlife & Spices: Enjoy a boat safari in Periyar and walk through aromatic spice plantations in Thekkady.
- 🛶 Backwater Bliss: Experience a night of serenity on a houseboat in Alleppey.
- 🦅 Mythological Marvel: Visit Jatayu Earth’s Center, featuring the world’s largest bird sculpture.
- 🏖️ Beach Relaxation: Unwind at the world-famous Hawa and Lighthouse beaches in Kovalam.
- 👑 Royal Grandeur: Discover the spiritual and regal history of the Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple.
- 🚗 Premium Travel: Enjoy a seamless journey in a dedicated private A/C vehicle from Kochi to Trivandrum.
INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS
✅ What’s Included (Inclusions) | ❌ What’s Not Included (Exclusions) |
🏨 Selected Accommodation: 6 nights stay in handpicked hotels and Houseboat as per your chosen package category. | 🎟️ Activities & Entry Fees: Entrance tickets for National Parks, Museums, and fees for activities like Plantation Tours, Elephant rides, or Boating. |
🍳 Morning Breakfast: Complimentary daily breakfast at all hotels to kickstart your day. | ✈️ Travel Tickets: Airfare or Train tickets to and from Kochi are not part of this package. |
🚢 Houseboat Dining: All meals (Lunch, Evening Snacks, and Dinner) included during your stay on the Alleppey Houseboat. | 🍛 Additional Meals: Any lunch or dinner not specifically mentioned |
🚗 Private AC Vehicle: Dedicated AC Sedan/SUV for all transfers, inter-city travel, and sightseeing as per the itinerary. | 🎭 Optional Sightseeing: Charges for cultural shows (Kathakali/Kalaripayattu) or Ayurvedic massages and treatments. |
⛽ Covered Travel Costs: All fuel charges, road tolls, parking fees, and driver allowances are fully included. | 🛍️ Personal Expenses: Tips, laundry, beverages, telephone calls, and any personal shopping. |
🤝 Meet & Greet: Hassle-free arrival with a professional meet and greet by our experienced driver at Kochi Airport/Railway Station. | 📉 GST 5%: Government Service Tax will be extra on the final package cost. |
ACCOMODATION
LOCATION | HOTEL NAME | ROOM CATEGORY | MEAL PLAN |
MUNNAR (2 Nights) | THE VIEW MUNNAR OR SIMILAR | DELUXE | BREAKFAST |
THEKKADY (1 Night) | THE PATIO OR SIMILAR | DELUXE | BREAKFAST |
ALLEPPEY (1 Night) | DELUXE SHARING HOUSEBOAT OR SIMILAR | DELUXE | ALL MEAL |
KOVALAM (2 Nights) | BYKE PUJA SAMUDRA OR SIMILAR | DELUXE | BREAKFAST |
BEST VALUE
Package Cost: $300/- Per Person (Starting Price)
LOCATION | HOTEL NAME | ROOM CATEGORY | MEAL PLAN |
MUNNAR (2 NIGHTS | BLOSSOM HILL RESORT OR SIMILAR | DELUXE | BREAKFAST |
ThEKKADY (1 NIGHT) | PERIYAR MOUNTAIN PALACE OR SIMILAR | DELUXE | BREAKFAST |
ALLEPPEY (1 NIGHT) | SUPER DELUXE SHARING HOUSEBOAT OR SIMILAR | DELUXE | ALL MEAL |
KOVALAM (2 NIGHTS) | JEEVAN BEACH RESORTOR SIMILAR | DELUXE | BREAKFAST |
MOST POPULAR
Package Cost: $350/- Per Person
LOCATION | HOTEL NAME | ROOM CATEGORY | MEAL PLAN |
MUNNAR (2 NIGHTS) | WOLKENBURG RESORT & SPA OR SIMILAR | SILVER VALLEY | BREAKFAST |
THEKKADY (1 NIGHT) | SERENE HORIZON OR SIMILAR | IMPERIAL DELUXE | BREAKFAST |
ALLEPPEY (1 NIGHT) | PREMIUM SHARING HOUSEBOAT OR SIMILAR | PREMIUM | ALL MEAL |
KOVALAM (2 NIGHTS) | AADISHAKTI AYURVEDA RESORT OR SIMILAR | DELUXE | BREAKFAST |
Package Cost: $450/- Per Person
LOCATION | HOTEL NAME | ROOM CATEGORY | MEAL PLAN |
KOCHI (1 NIGHT) | HOTEL NOVOTEL OR SIMILAR | SUPERIOR | BREAKFAST |
MUNNAR (2 NIGHTS) | THE ELEPHANT PASSAGE OR SIMILAR | COTTAGE | BREAKFAST |
THEKKADY (1 NIGHT) | GREENWOOD RESORT OR SIMILAR | PREMIUM SUITE | BREAKFAST |
ALLEPPEY (1 NIGHT) | PRIVATE HOUSEBOAT OR SIMILAR | DELUXE | ALL MEAL |
KOVALAM (2 NIGHTS) | UDAY SAMUDRA OR SIMILAR | ATRIUM ROOM | BREAKFAST |
ELITE EXPERIENCE
Package Cost: $700/- Per Person
DETAILED DAY-WISE ITINERARY
Upon your arrival at Kochi Airport or Railway Station, our representative will greet you and begin the scenic drive toward Munnar. As you ascend into the High Ranges, we will pause at the spectacular Cheeyappara and Valara Waterfalls for photos and refreshments. Feel the temperature drop and the air freshen as you enter the endless tea plantations. Reach Munnar by evening, check in to your resort, and relax amidst the misty mountains.
- Stay: Munnar
Spend a full day exploring the natural beauty of Munnar. Visit Eravikulam National Park, the sanctuary of the endangered Nilgiri Tahr. Next, explore the Munnar Tea Museum to learn about the history and processing of the region's famous brews. In the afternoon, visit the Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, and Kundala Lake. If time permits, enjoy a panoramic view from Top Station. Return to your resort for a cozy overnight stay.
- Stay: Munnar
After breakfast, drive through winding roads toward Thekkady (Periyar). Upon arrival and check-in, visit a Spice Plantation for a guided sensory tour of cardamom, pepper, and cinnamon gardens. In the late afternoon, head to Periyar Lake for a wildlife boat safari to spot elephants and wild boars. Your evening is free to enjoy a traditional Kathakali or Kalaripayattu show (optional) or shop for authentic spices at the local market.
- Stay: Thekkady
Leave the mountains behind as we descend to the backwater paradise of Alleppey. At noon, check in to your Private Houseboat for an unforgettable experience. As the boat glides through the silent, palm-fringed canals of Vembanad Lake, witness the local village life. Enjoy a traditional Kerala lunch, evening snacks, and a candlelit dinner prepared by your private chef on board.
- Stay: Houseboat (All Meals Included)
Wake up to a beautiful sunrise over the backwaters. After breakfast, check out and drive south toward Kovalam. En route, we visit Jatayu Earth’s Center to see the monumental bird sculpture (cable car ride optional). Later, continue your journey to Kovalam, Kerala’s premier beach destination. Check in to your beach resort and spend the evening watching the waves at the crescent-shaped Hawa Beach.
- Stay: Kovalam
Start your day with a visit to the historic Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Trivandrum (strict dress code applies). Explore the Napier Museum and the Kuthira Malika Palace. In the afternoon, return to Kovalam to visit the Vizhinjam Marine Aquarium and the iconic Lighthouse Beach. Climb the lighthouse for a stunning 360-degree view of the coastline and enjoy a mesmerizing sunset.
- Stay: Kovalam
After a leisurely breakfast by the beach, complete your checkout. Depending on your departure schedule, you can indulge in some final shopping at the Mall of Travancore or visit the local handicraft stores. We will then transfer you to the Trivandrum (TRV) Airport or Railway Station for your journey back home, carrying a treasure trove of Kerala memories. Check our other packages of Kerala : https://inbound.india.sarvaenroute.com/destinations/kerala/
Transfer
DAYS | DESCRIPTION |
DAY 01 | Airport to Munnar Hotel : Private Basis |
DAY 02 | Munnar Sightseeing: Private Basis |
DAY 03 | Munnar to Thekkady Hotel : Private Basis Thekkady Sightseeing : Private Basis |
DAY 04 | Thekkady to Alleppey Houseboat: Private Basis |
DAY 05 | Alleppey Sightseeing : Private Basis Alleppey to Kovalam: Private Basis |
DAY 06 | Kovalam Sightseeing : Private Basis |
DAY 07 | Kovalam to Trivandrum : Private Basis |
MEALS
DAYS | DESCRIPTION |
DAY 02 | BREAKFAST |
DAY 03 | BREAKFAST |
DAY 04 | ALL MEAL |
DAY 05 | BREAKFAST |
DAY 06 | BREAKFAST |
DAY 07 | BREAKFAST |
TERM & CONDITION
📋 GENERAL BOOKING & SIGHTSEEING POLICY
Hotel Selection: As per preference. If sold out at the time of confirmation, a similar category is provided. We are not responsible for standard hotel category amenities (WiFi speed, etc.).
Sightseeing Constraints: Factors like weather, traffic, political events, or distance may lead to schedule changes. We cannot guarantee all spots if time constraints arise.
Timing: Vehicle is available from 08:00 AM to 08:00 PM. Late-night usage may incur extra charges.
Payments: Failure to clear payments as per schedule will lead to service termination. No refunds for Blackout dates/Long weekends.
Physical Needs: Please communicate specific physical concerns in advance.
Check-in/out: Standard 14:00 hrs (In) / 11:00 hrs (Out). No shows considered after 22:00 hrs.
Documentation: Govt ID / Passport / Visa required on arrival.
Amendments: Customizations during or 7 days prior to the trip may incur extra charges.
No Show: Rooms not occupied by 22:00 hrs are considered “No Shows” unless prior notice is given.
Payment Delay : In case of missed payment on the scheduled date, we may impose an extra charge for the same.
Delay up to 3 days or Miss in making payment as per scheduled date may lead to cancellation of booking with zero refund. (You can inform us upfront in case of delay in schedule payment).
Delay upto 3 days or Miss in making payment as per scheduled date may lead to cancellation of booking with zero refund. (You can inform us upfront in case of delay in schedule payment).
💳 CANCELLATION & FLIGHT POLICY
- Non-Refundable: No refunds on blackout dates/long weekends.
- Cancellation Fee : Regardless of reason, cancellations are costly. To offset these costs, the following fees will apply. If you cancel, non-recoverable expenses of Rs. 1500 per person will be charged and over and above that the following will be charged on cancellation of a tour.
- Refundable Amount :
- Cancelled 30 days or more prior to trip start date: 35 % of total package cost.
- Cancelled between 15 – 30 days prior to trip start date: 50 % of total package cost.
- Cancelled between 14 days to 7 days prior to trip start date: 80 % of total package cost.
- Cancellation less than 7 Days prior to trip start date: 100 % of package cost will be charged.
- Postponement: Postponing may incur a rebooking fee. Post-postponement cancellations forfeit all amounts.
- Flight Policy: We act as facilitators. Carrier terms apply. We are not responsible for airline delays.
- Credit Note: A 6-month Credit Note will be provided for the possible refundable amount depending on the Selected Hotels and time period of cancellation .
