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Travel across southern India from the misty hills of Munnar to the tropical coast of Kovalam. Begin with tea plantations, scenic dams and high viewpoints before heading into Periyar's spice country and tiger reserve. A traditional houseboat cruise through the quiet canals of Alleppey brings you into the heart of Kerala's backwaters.
End your journey by the sea in Kovalam. Relax along sandy crescent beaches and cross into Tamil Nadu for a day trip to Kanyakumari, visiting ocean monuments at the southern tip of mainland India before departing from Trivandrum.
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MunnarDay 1 · Munnar
Meet your driver upon arrival at Kochi airport or railway station and begin the drive up into the hills toward Munnar. Take in the changing scenery and winding roads as you climb into tea country. On arrival, check in to your hotel and unwind after your journey. Spend the rest of the evening at your own pace, resting ahead of your mountain sightseeing. Overnight in Munnar.
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MunnarDay 2 · Munnar
Have breakfast before heading out to explore Munnar. Visit Mattupetty Lake and Dam, where boat rides are available at your own cost. Continue to Echo Point to hear your voice rebound off the misty hills, then tour the local Tea Factory and Tea Museum to discover the heritage of the region's plantations. Note that the Tea Museum is closed on Mondays. Return to your hotel for an evening at leisure. Overnight in Munnar.
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ThekkadyDay 3 · Thekkady
Enjoy breakfast, check out of Munnar and drive through the Western Ghats to Thekkady. Visit Periyar National Park and Tiger Reserve, where you can join an optional boat safari or bamboo rafting at extra cost, subject to availability and fitness rules. Check in to your hotel, then tour a working spice plantation to see cardamom, pepper and cinnamon growing. Browse the local spice market before an evening at leisure, with any purchases being separate. Overnight in Thekkady.
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AlleppeyDay 4 · Alleppey
After breakfast, drive down from the hills to the backwaters of Alleppey. Board your deluxe sharing houseboat in time for lunch. Cruise through tranquil canals, past green paddy fields, water birds and quiet village settlements. Dinner is served on board as the boat moors for the evening. Cabin air conditioning operates from 21:00 to 06:00, with daytime usage available at an extra charge. Overnight on the houseboat.
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KovalamDay 5 · Kovalam
Start the day with bed tea and breakfast as morning light spreads over the water. Disembark your houseboat and drive south along the coast to Kovalam. Check in to your hotel, then spend the afternoon exploring the sweeping sands of Lighthouse Beach, Hawa Beach and Kovalam Beach. Lighthouse climbs and water sports are optional at your own cost, or you can book an Ayurvedic massage. Overnight in Kovalam.
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KovalamDay 6 · Kovalam
After breakfast, depart on a day excursion across the border into Tamil Nadu to Kanyakumari. Board a local ferry to the Vivekananda Rock Memorial, view the majestic 133-foot Thiruvalluvar Statue and visit the historic Kumari Amman Temple. Take in views where the three oceans meet and watch the coastal sunset, weather permitting. Ferry rides and monument visits depend on sea conditions. Return to Kovalam for the night.
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KovalamDay 7 · Kovalam
Have breakfast, check out of the Kovalam hotel and drive to Trivandrum, where you can fit in brief city exploration if your flight or train schedule permits. Transfer directly to Trivandrum airport or the railway station for your onward journey, bringing your Kerala and Kanyakumari holiday to a close.
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per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and hotel stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: houseboat or cruise, sightseeing vehicle, entry tickets and permits.
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7 days and 6 nights, across 4 destinations.
Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey, Kovalam. The day-by-day plan on this page shows exactly how the nights are split and how you travel between them.
Tea Museum; Echo Point; Mattupetty Lake and Dam; Periyar National Park; Alleppey houseboat; Tea Factory.
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From ₹12,700 per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and hotel stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: houseboat or cruise, sightseeing vehicle, entry tickets and permits.. This is a starting price. Choose Customise this holiday to enter your dates and travellers, compare available options in your draft and review the updated total before checkout.
5 nights in 3-star hotels: Munnar 2, Thekkady 1, Kovalam 2, and 1 night in a sharing deluxe houseboat in Alleppey, with breakfast at hotels and all meals on the houseboat; A vehicle as per itinerary (Sedan / Innova / Tempo Traveller) including toll taxes, parking, fuel charges, and driver allowances; All Inner line Permits; Sightseeing as per itinerary. These describe the sample holiday. Review the inclusions of your chosen flights, stays and activities in the draft before booking.
Personal Expenses like Entry charges, Telephone, Fax, Internet, Laundry, etc.; Any Extra Meals.; Any extra excursions or sightseeing apart from the tour itinerary.; Boating and other activities; Any entry fees for the museum, park, Jeep Safari or anything else.; Room Heater Charges.; Insurance.; Anything which is not included in the inclusion..
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