Kerala, God’s Own Country, is sandwiched between the Western Ghats and the Arabian Sea and is one of the most popular holiday destinations in the world.
This 10-day Kerala tour package takes you from the historic port of Cochin through the backwaters of Alleppey, the tea gardens of Munnar and the spice hills of Thekkady, then on to the great temples of Madurai and Rameshwaram, India’s southern tip at Kanyakumari and the beaches of Kovalam. It is a favourite with school and college groups.
Tour at a glance
- Destinations covered: Cochin, Alleppey, Munnar, Thekkady, Madurai, Rameshwaram, Kanyakumari, Kovalam, Trivandrum
- Duration: 9 nights / 10 days
Itinerary details
Day 1: Arrival in Cochin
Arrive at Cochin airport or railway station, where we meet you and transfer you to the hotel. In the afternoon, explore Cochin, a beautiful seaside city: St. Francis Church, Santa Cruz Basilica, Mattancherry Dutch Palace, the Jewish Synagogue and the Chinese fishing nets. In the evening, enjoy a sunset cruise. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 2: Cochin to Alleppey
After breakfast, drive to Alleppey, the hub of Kerala’s backwaters. Known as the Venice of the East, it is a serene network of lagoons, lakes and canals. Check in and enjoy local sightseeing. Overnight stay at a hotel.
Day 3: Alleppey to Munnar
Drive to Munnar, the Kashmir of South India and one of the country’s most popular hill stations, known for its sprawling tea plantations and winding lanes. After check-in, visit Mattupetty, Echo Point, the Tea Museum and Pothamedu. Evening at leisure. Overnight stay at a hotel.
Day 4: Munnar to Thekkady
Visit Rajamalai (Eravikulam National Park) in the morning, then drive to Thekkady, a land of rolling hills, spice plantations and wildlife including elephants, deer and even tigers. In the evening, take a boat cruise to spot wildlife. Overnight stay at a hotel.
Day 5: Thekkady to Madurai
Drive to Madurai. In the afternoon, visit the magnificent Meenakshi Temple, the Gandhi Museum and the Temple Art Museum. Overnight stay at a hotel in Madurai.
Day 6: Madurai to Rameshwaram
Drive to Rameshwaram and check in. In the afternoon, visit the Ramanathaswamy Temple and Kothandaramaswamy Temple. Evening at leisure. Overnight stay at a hotel.
Day 7: Rameshwaram to Kanyakumari
Drive to Kanyakumari, the southernmost tip of mainland India. Visit the Kumari Amman Temple, Gandhi Memorial and Vivekananda Rock Memorial, and watch the sunset by the beach. Overnight stay at a hotel.
Day 8: Kanyakumari to Kovalam
Drive to Kovalam, a coastal town famous for its golden beaches and coconut palms. Enjoy the day at the beach. Overnight stay at a hotel.
Day 9: Kovalam to Trivandrum
Drive to Trivandrum, Kerala’s capital. Visit the Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Kuthiramalika Palace Museum, Napier Museum, Sree Chitra Art Gallery and the zoo. Overnight stay at a hotel.
Day 10: Departure from Trivandrum
After breakfast, transfer to Trivandrum airport or railway station and bid farewell to South India.
Cost includes
- Train fare for the sector as per the itinerary (for groups)
- Accommodation with all meals on multiple sharing basis in 3-star hotels
- All transfers and tours by 2×2 deluxe coaches
- Entrance charges
- Boat cruises as per the itinerary
- Services of a tour escort throughout the tour
- Meals during the train journey
- All applicable taxes
Cost excludes
- Medical and other expenses of a personal nature
- Cold drinks, mineral water and similar
- Telephone, laundry and porterage
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions