Overview
One of the most popular destinations in India, Kerala has been blessed with several natural as well as man-made wonders. Old temples, pristine beaches, scenic backwaters, colonial towns, splendid monuments, varied wildlife, lush hill towns, and aromatic plantations all make Kerala alluring. The Best of Kerala tour offers a visit to all these appealing attractions and destinations during the span of 7 nights and 8 days. The well-planned itinerary takes you to the popular destinations of Kerala, including Cochin, Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey, Kovalam, and Trivandrum.
Highlights
City tour of Cochin including Jewish Synagogue.
Enjoying Kathakali dance performance in Cochin.
Sightseeing in Munnar including Eravikulam National Park.
Overnight houseboat on Alleppey backwater.
Day excursion at Kovalam Beach.
Sightseeing in Thiruvananthapuram including the Padmanabha Swamy Temple.
Itinerary - Best of Kerala
Day 1: Arrival in Cochin
Your Kerala tour begins with the arrival at the Cochin Airport/Railway Station. Meet our tour representative who helps you with an assisted transfer to the hotel. After lunch and some rest, enjoy cruising in the Cochin marine drive, viewing the Chinese fishing nets. Visit Fort Cochin, including St. Francis Church, Dutch Palace, and Jewish Synagogue. In the evening, enjoy a special Kathakali dance performance followed by dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 2: Cochin to Munnar (130 km)
After breakfast, start your road journey to Munnar, filled with mesmerizing views of Cardamom hills and lush tea plantations. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight stay in the hotel.
Day 3: Munnar
Explore popular tourist attractions in Munnar, including Indo-Swiss Farm, Mattupetty Dam, and Eravikulam National Park. Enjoy wildlife safari and glimpse rare species. Visit the Tea Museum and enjoy boating on Kundala Lake. Explore the town market and old Munnar town. Overnight stay in the hotel.
Day 4: Munnar to Thekkady (90 km)
After breakfast, check-out and start your journey to Thekkady, home to Periyar National Park. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. Enjoy a boat ride in Periyar Lake, spotting elephants and enjoying the sunset. Explore Periyar National Park, engaging in activities like hiking and bamboo rafting. Overnight stay in your jungle lodge.
Day 5: Thekkady to Alleppey (130 km)
After breakfast, your Kerala houseboat tour takes you to Alleppey. Check-in at your pre-booked houseboat and sail through the serene backwaters, enjoying the sights of green paddy fields and palm-fringed lakes. Savor some local toddy and enjoy an overnight stay on the houseboat.
Day 6: Alleppey to Kovalam (160 km)
Check-out from the houseboat after breakfast and head to Kovalam, a beautiful beach town. Upon arrival, check-in at your hotel. Spend the day relaxing on the beach, enjoying water sports, and indulging in Ayurvedic treatments. Overnight stay in the hotel.
Day 7: Kovalam – Trivandrum – Kovalam (15 km)
After breakfast, embark on a city tour of Thiruvananthapuram. Visit Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Napier Museum, and the Science & Technology Museum. Explore Shangmugham Beach and Veli Tourist Village. Return to Kovalam for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 8: Departure from Trivandrum
On the last day, check out from the hotel after breakfast. Our tour representative will drop you at the Trivandrum airport/railway station for your onward journey, concluding your memorable trip with UNIT 9 Travels.