Kerala Backwater Bliss: 7-Day Serene Retreat
₹ 28500/PP
2N Munnar | 1N Thekkady | 1N Alleppey | 2N Kovalam
Return Airport transfers & Sightseeing transfers on Pvt basis
Trip Duration | 7Days & 6Nights |
Meal Plan | Breakfast in Hotel & All Meals in Houseboat |
Transfers | Return Airport transfers & Sightseeing transfers on Pvt basis |
Places Covered | 2N Munnar | 1N Thekkady | 1N Alleppey | 2N Kovalam |
Special Inclusion |
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Itinerary
Day 01: Cochin Arrival – MunnarArrive in Cochin by flight or train, meet our tour executive, and head to Munnar, a serene hill station surrounded by endless tea plantations. On the way, enjoy the stunning Valara and Cheeyappara waterfalls and visit a Spice Garden with various spices, fruits, and medicinal plants. On arrival in Munnar check in to the Hotel & Overnight stay. |
Day 02: Munnar Sightseeing TourNo doubt a perfect place to trek and enjoy beautiful scenery and after taking sumptuous breakfast go for a sightseeing tour of Munnar. See Eravikulam National Park, Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, Kundala Lake, Photo Point, Rose Garden – all in one place. |
Day 03 : Munnar - ThekkadyAfter a delicious breakfast in Munnar, head to Thekkady/Periyar, home to India’s largest wildlife sanctuary and a must-visit in Kerala. Enjoy boating in Periyar (at your own cost), check in, and relax with an overnight stay. |
Day 04: Thekkady – AlleppeyBreak fast and then take your car and proceed to the “Venice of the East”. Savour local serve houseboat lunch and spend a fabulous night into the houseboat. |
Day 05: Alleppey – Kovalam - 180 kmsAfter breakfast, drive to Chadayamangalam to visit Jatayu Nature Park, home to the world’s largest bird sculpture, Jatayu, perched on a rock called Jatayupara and listed in the Guinness World Records. Next, go to Kovalam, a quite and stunning publicity of South Indian sea shore famous for its golden stretched sand beaches, Ayurvedic Clinics, Yoga and meditation centers. Take rest at a hotel or resort and spend the night there. |
Day 06: Kovalam - Trivandrum Day tripFor instance, you can start by visiting Poovar for a boat ride and then take your lunch, then travel to Napier Museum, Sree Chitra Art Gallery and lastly to the glitzy Kadaril Heritage & Padmanabha Swamy Temple. Overnight stay at Kovalam. |
Day 7: Trivendrum DepartureSavor a delightful breakfast, checkout and then mover to Trivandrum with cherish able memories of the tour. |
Tour Information
Inclusion: ● Assistance at all arrival and departure points. ● Accommodation (Twin Sharing basis) at all hotels & Houseboat. ● Breakfast for All days (except on arrival day) & all meals in Houseboat. ● Non-AC rooms only provided in Munnar & Thekkady as hill Stations. ● Sightseeing and all transfers in Private AC Car at Disposal as per the itinerary. ● Service of an English/ hindi/ local language-speaking driver. ● Fuel, Toll, Parking, Driver Allowance & Interstate Permit Charges (If Any). ● Check in time in Hotels is 13.00 hrs & Check out time is 10.30Hrs. ● A/c In Houseboat will Available from 9pm – 6.00 am. ● Check in time in Houseboat is 12.00 noon & Check out time is :9.00am. ● Houseboat Cruising timing From 12.30 pm to 5pm & 7.30am to 8.30am. ● All Applicable Taxes. |
Exclusions: ● Meals not mentioned in the itinerary. ● Entry fees to monuments and places & Boating Charges. ● Anything not mentioned in the package includes. ● Porter age at hotels and airports, tips, insurance, laundry, liquors, wine. ● All items of personal nature. ● Ayurveda Charges. |
Need to Know
Weather KERALA WEATHER |
What to Carry Light Clothing: Kerala being warm all the year around you are advised to pack light and airy clothes with you. Comfortable Footwear: Ideal for getting around on all terrains including sandy shores and steep slopes. Rain Gear: When you are planning your trip during monsoon which is from June to September you should carry a raincoat or an umbrella. Insect Repellent: Useful where there is a lot of vegetation growth. Sun Protection: Do not forget a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen for tropical sun. Swim wear: If you’re jet setting to the shores, or are planning to spend some time at tourist resorts with swimming pools, your swimwear should be packed. Modest Clothing: For religious places wear clothes that cover your shoulders and knees. Light Sweater: The evenings, particularly in places such as Munnar, can be a little chilly – so will require a jacket or a sweater. |
Best Places to Visit 1. Munnar: Explore lush tea plantations. Visit the Eravikulam National Park. Take a boat ride on Mattupetty Dam. 2. Alleppey (Alappuzha): Experience a houseboat cruise in the backwaters. Enjoy the serene Alleppey Beach. 3. Kochi (Cochin): Witness the Chinese Fishing Nets. Explore the historic Fort Kochi. 4. Thekkady: Visit the Periyar National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary. Enjoy a boat ride on Periyar Lake. 5. Kovalam: Relax on the beautiful Kovalam Beach. Explore the Vizhinjam Lighthouse. 6. Wayanad: Discover Edakkal Caves. Explore the lush Banasura Sagar Dam. 7. Kozhikode (Calicut): Visit Beypore for its historic shipbuilding. 8. Varkala: Enjoy the scenic Varkala Beach and its cliffs. 9. Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum): Explore the Napier Museum. Visit the iconic Padmanabhaswamy Temple. 10. Kumarakom: Experience the serene Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. Take a houseboat cruise on Vembanad Lake. |
Description
2N Munnar | 1N Thekkady | 1N Alleppey | 2N Kovalam
Return Airport transfers & Sightseeing transfers on Pvt basis
Trip Duration | 7Days & 6Nights |
Meal Plan | Breakfast in Hotel & All Meals in Houseboat |
Transfers | Return Airport transfers & Sightseeing transfers on Pvt basis |
Places Covered | 2N Munnar | 1N Thekkady | 1N Alleppey | 2N Kovalam |
Special Inclusion |
|
Tour Timeline
Day 01: Cochin Arrival – MunnarArrive in Cochin by flight or train, meet our tour executive, and head to Munnar, a serene hill station surrounded by endless tea plantations. On the way, enjoy the stunning Valara and Cheeyappara waterfalls and visit a Spice Garden with various spices, fruits, and medicinal plants. On arrival in Munnar check in to the Hotel & Overnight stay. |
Day 02: Munnar Sightseeing TourNo doubt a perfect place to trek and enjoy beautiful scenery and after taking sumptuous breakfast go for a sightseeing tour of Munnar. See Eravikulam National Park, Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, Kundala Lake, Photo Point, Rose Garden – all in one place. |
Day 03 : Munnar - ThekkadyAfter a delicious breakfast in Munnar, head to Thekkady/Periyar, home to India’s largest wildlife sanctuary and a must-visit in Kerala. Enjoy boating in Periyar (at your own cost), check in, and relax with an overnight stay. |
Day 04: Thekkady – AlleppeyBreak fast and then take your car and proceed to the “Venice of the East”. Savour local serve houseboat lunch and spend a fabulous night into the houseboat. |
Day 05: Alleppey – Kovalam - 180 kmsAfter breakfast, drive to Chadayamangalam to visit Jatayu Nature Park, home to the world’s largest bird sculpture, Jatayu, perched on a rock called Jatayupara and listed in the Guinness World Records. Next, go to Kovalam, a quite and stunning publicity of South Indian sea shore famous for its golden stretched sand beaches, Ayurvedic Clinics, Yoga and meditation centers. Take rest at a hotel or resort and spend the night there. |
Day 06: Kovalam - Trivandrum Day tripFor instance, you can start by visiting Poovar for a boat ride and then take your lunch, then travel to Napier Museum, Sree Chitra Art Gallery and lastly to the glitzy Kadaril Heritage & Padmanabha Swamy Temple. Overnight stay at Kovalam. |
Day 7: Trivendrum DepartureSavor a delightful breakfast, checkout and then mover to Trivandrum with cherish able memories of the tour. |
Tour Information
Inclusion: ● Assistance at all arrival and departure points. ● Accommodation (Twin Sharing basis) at all hotels & Houseboat. ● Breakfast for All days (except on arrival day) & all meals in Houseboat. ● Non-AC rooms only provided in Munnar & Thekkady as hill Stations. ● Sightseeing and all transfers in Private AC Car at Disposal as per the itinerary. ● Service of an English/ hindi/ local language-speaking driver. ● Fuel, Toll, Parking, Driver Allowance & Interstate Permit Charges (If Any). ● Check in time in Hotels is 13.00 hrs & Check out time is 10.30Hrs. ● A/c In Houseboat will Available from 9pm – 6.00 am. ● Check in time in Houseboat is 12.00 noon & Check out time is :9.00am. ● Houseboat Cruising timing From 12.30 pm to 5pm & 7.30am to 8.30am. ● All Applicable Taxes. |
Exclusions: ● Meals not mentioned in the itinerary. ● Entry fees to monuments and places & Boating Charges. ● Anything not mentioned in the package includes. ● Porter age at hotels and airports, tips, insurance, laundry, liquors, wine. ● All items of personal nature. ● Ayurveda Charges. |
Need to Know
Weather
KERALA WEATHER
What to Carry
Light Clothing: Kerala being warm all the year around you are advised to pack light and airy clothes with you.
Comfortable Footwear: Ideal for getting around on all terrains including sandy shores and steep slopes.
Rain Gear: When you are planning your trip during monsoon which is from June to September you should carry a raincoat or an umbrella.
Insect Repellent: Useful where there is a lot of vegetation growth.
Sun Protection: Do not forget a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen for tropical sun.
Swim wear: If you’re jet setting to the shores, or are planning to spend some time at tourist resorts with swimming pools, your swimwear should be packed.
Modest Clothing: For religious places wear clothes that cover your shoulders and knees.
Light Sweater: The evenings, particularly in places such as Munnar, can be a little chilly – so will require a jacket or a sweater.
Best Places to Visit
1. Munnar:
Explore lush tea plantations.
Visit the Eravikulam National Park.
Take a boat ride on Mattupetty Dam.
2. Alleppey (Alappuzha):
Experience a houseboat cruise in the backwaters.
Enjoy the serene Alleppey Beach.
3. Kochi (Cochin):
Witness the Chinese Fishing Nets.
Explore the historic Fort Kochi.
4. Thekkady:
Visit the Periyar National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary.
Enjoy a boat ride on Periyar Lake.
5. Kovalam:
Relax on the beautiful Kovalam Beach.
Explore the Vizhinjam Lighthouse.
6. Wayanad:
Discover Edakkal Caves.
Explore the lush Banasura Sagar Dam.
7. Kozhikode (Calicut):
Visit Beypore for its historic shipbuilding.
8. Varkala:
Enjoy the scenic Varkala Beach and its cliffs.
9. Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum):
Explore the Napier Museum.
Visit the iconic Padmanabhaswamy Temple.
10. Kumarakom:
Experience the serene Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary.
Take a houseboat cruise on Vembanad Lake.