This expanded route carries you seamlessly from the mountains down to the far southern coast. You will climb into the cool tea plantations of Munnar, discover the exotic spice forests of Thekkady, drift along the peaceful backwaters of Alleppey on a private houseboat, and finish with a luxurious 2-night beach escape in Kovalam, concluding with an easy departure from nearby Trivandrum.
Kerala Tour Route
Kochi → Munnar → Thekkady → Alleppey → Kovalam → Trivandrum
Day-Wise Route
Day 1: Kochi → Munnar- Land at Cochin Airport or arrive at Ernakulam station. Drive up into the Western Ghats, stopping at the roaring Cheeyappara and Valara Waterfalls. Arrive in Munnar by late afternoon, check into your resort, and relax in the cool mountain climate.
Day 2: Munnar → Munnar Sightseeing- Spend the day visiting Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, and the serene shores of Kundala Lake. In the afternoon, explore the colonial history of tea making at the Tata Tea Museum and stroll through Munnar town.
Day 3: Munnar → Thekkady- Take a scenic 3-hour drive through the Cardamom Hills to Thekkady. Check into your hotel and take a guided walking tour through a lush spice plantation to see pepper and cardamom growing naturally. Watch a live Kalaripayattu martial arts show in the evening.
Day 4: Thekkady → Alleppey- Take an early morning boat safari on Periyar Lake inside the wildlife sanctuary to spot wild elephants. Drive down to Alleppey and board your private luxury houseboat by noon. Drift past rural villages and enjoy fresh Keralan meals prepared onboard.
Day 5: Alleppey → Kovalam- Enjoy breakfast on the water before checking out at 9:00 AM. Take a scenic drive south toward the coast, stopping at the magnificent Jatayu Earth’s Center to see the world's largest bird sculpture. Arrive in Kovalam by late afternoon and check into your beachside resort.
Day 6: Kovalam Sightseeing- Spend a dedicated day relaxing by the Arabian Sea. Visit the iconic red-and-white striped Lighthouse Beach, explore the quiet shores of Hawa Beach, and take a late afternoon excursion to the grand 58-foot Azhimala Shiva Temple perched dramatically on the coastal cliffs.
Day 7: Kovalam → Trivandrum Sightseeing & DepartureCheck out after breakfast and drive 30 minutes into Trivandrum city. Visit the majestic Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple to view its staggering Dravidian architecture and tour the wooden Kuthiramalika Palace. Transfer directly to Trivandrum International Airport (TRV) or the central railway station for your journey home.
