Kerala / Destinations

Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh 474002

Kerala Trio Delight

Duration

2 Nights

Hotel

4 Star Hotel

Tour Type

Adventure, Mountain

Location

Kerala

The Best Of Kerala

The “Best of Kerala” is precisely what it is. With so many spots and hidden gems in this beautiful state, making the best out of your week-long vacation can be extra challenging. You want to get the most out of the gorgeous natural landscape in Kovalam but also not miss the rich culture and varying activities Thekkady has to offer. A full-day tour in Munnar is just necessary to experience everything the beautiful city has to offer. We take you through all the must-sees in God’s Own Country, visit historically valuable Portuguese architecture, and enjoy a trip that’ll significantly broaden your view.

Trips Highlights

Hand-picked 6 nights of accommodations in all five places
Daily Breakfast
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner in Alleppey
All transfers and sightseeing tours on a Private Basis
The Neelakurinji/Strobilanthes field (when in season)
Full-day Munnar tour, including the Rajamalai National Park, and Cheeyappara Waterfall
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
Alleppey’s best spots: Coconut Lagoons & Coir Villages
Beaches of Kovalam
Kochi’s top spots: Jewish Synagogue, Santa Cruz Basilica and the Chinese Fishing Nets
All hotel taxes, tool tax, parking & driver’s batá

Tour Amenities

Accepts Credit Cards

Car Parking

Free Coupons

Reservation

Outdoor Seating

Restaurant

Exclusions

Optional enhancements like room or flight upgrades, or local camera or video fees
Additional sightseeing, activities and experiences outside of the itinerary
Early check-in or late check-out from hotels (unless otherwise specified)
Breakfast, lunches, dinners and drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), unless specified in the itinerary
Any international and/or domestic flights, unless explicitly mentioned as an inclusion
Excess baggage charges, and where applicable, baggage not included in your fare
Tips for services and experiences
Read useful information and terms for more on what is included and excluded

Day-wise Itinerary

Day 1:Arrival at Cochin & Proceed to Munnar – (130 Kms – Approx 4 Hrs)

On arrival at Cochin, proceed to Munnar. A breathtakingly beautiful - haven of peace and tranquility which cannot be portrayed in a single canvas. Situated at 1,600m above sea level with unending expanse of tea plantations - pristine valleys and mountains, you’re often up above the clouds watching veils of mist clinging to the mountain tops. Among the exotic flora found in the forests and grasslands here is the Neelakurinji/Strobilanthes. This flower which bathes the hills in blue once in every twelve years, will bloom next in 2018. On the way to Munnar visit Cheeyappara & Valara waterfalls. The Cheeyappara Waterfall cascades down in seven steps. Valara has a chain of waterfalls surrounded by thick green forests. Enroute Spice plantation tour. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Overnight stay at Hues Munnar Resort and Spa
Not Included:Lunch
Not Included:Dinner

Day 2:Munnar Full Day Sightseeing Tour

After breakfast proceed for sightseeing of Munnar. Visit Eravikulam National Park (ticket price extra) Closed for Jan 2025 till March 2025 & Mattupetty Dam (ticket price extra), a storage concrete gravity dam built in the mountains. Mattupetty offers many fascinating sights to relish. Besides the tea plantations & the rolling grasslands, the Shola forests in and around Mattupetty are ideal for trekking and are habitat to a variety of birds.
Later visit Kundala Dam (ticket price extra), the famous Neela Kurunji flowers which bloom once in twelve years, bloom in the hills and valleys around Kundala lake.
Enroute visit Echo Point & Pothamedu View Point. Echo Point always has a greenish look as it is covered with abundant green sceneries. View Point is perfect to enjoy the spectacular beauty of the coffee, tea & cardamom plantations. They are an adventurous destination, which will be a perfect choice for those who love to have a nature walk or trekking. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Overnight stay at Hues Munnar Resort and Spa
Included at Hotel:Breakfast
Not Included:Lunch
Not Included:Dinner

Day 3:Transfer from Munnar to Thekkady - (85 Kms - Approx 3 Hrs)

Thekkady is considered as a heaven for natural spices. The Periyar forests of Thekkady is one of the finest wildlife reserves in India. Periyar encompasses 777 sq km & a 26-sq-km artificial lake.
Check-in at hotel & later head out for sightseeing to visit the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary (ticket price extra), it is home to herds of wild Elephants, Sambar, Tigers, Gaur, Lion-tailed Macaques, Nilgiri Langurs & more. The place can sometimes feel a bit like Disneyland-in-the-Ghats, but its mountain scenery & jungle walks make for an enjoyable visit. Evening enjoy the boat cruise in the lake (at additional cost) to spot wild animals. Overnight stay at Hotel.
- If you wish to enjoy boating at the Periyar Tiger Reserve in Thekkady, tickets can be booked in advance through the official website:
- www.periyartigerreserve.org/Program/60b3aabd4ae36f35bd1f168f?name=Boating.
- Boating Timing slot:
- 7:30 AM
- 9:30 AM
- 11:15 AM
- 1:45 PM (Recommended)
- 3:30 PM (Recommended)
- Based on your arrival timing in Thekkady, it is suggested to opt for the 1:45 PM or 3:30 PM slots to comfortably reach and enjoy the experience. Ensure you book tickets early, as availability may be limited.
- Kathakali & Kalaripayattu (Tickets at extra)
- Show 1: 5:00PM to 6:00 PM [kathakali]
- Show 1: 6:00PM to 7:00 PM [Kalaripayattu]
Overnight stay at Jungle Park Resorts
Included at Hotel:Breakfast
Not Included:Lunch
Not Included:Dinner

Day 4:Transfer from Thekkady to Alleppey - (135 Kms - Approx 4 Hrs)

After breakfast, check out from hotel and proceed to Alleppey which has an immense natural beauty and is also known as the “Venice of the East”. It is famous for backwater cruising and boat race. Check into your hotel/houseboat & cruise (if staying in houseboat) through the Narrow Canal amidst the Paddy Fields, Coconut Lagoons and Coir Villages in Alleppey. Overnight stay in Alleppey.
Overnight stay at Lakelands Cruise
Included at Hotel:Breakfast
Included at Hotel:Lunch
Included at Hotel:Dinner

Day 5:Transfer from Alleppey to Kovalam (160 Kms - Approx 4.5 Hrs)

After breakfast, check out from hotel & proceed to Kovalam. Kovalam is an internationally renowned beach destination with three adjacent crescent beaches & also known as the "Paradise of the South".
On arrival check-in at the hotel & relax for a while amidst the comforts of your room. By evening explore on your own to see how the everlasting sea touches the everlasting sky. Kovalam is the place where one can see the golden sand at the day time & silver sand in the night, with high rock promontory & a calm bay of blue waters, this beach paradise creates a unique aquarelle on moonlight nights. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Overnight stay at Abad Harmonia Kovalam
Included at Hotel:Breakfast
Not Included:Lunch
Not Included:Dinner

Day 6:Kovalam to Kochi & Sightseeing in Kochi

After breakfast proceed to Kochi & transfer to the hotel. Later head out for sightseeing covering the historical towns of Fort Cochin & Mattancherry which consists of wonderfully built atmosphere - thick with the smell of the past.
Jewish Synagogue - a 400-year old synagogue. Enter the synagogue & the large main hall arrests your attention with display of rare antique objects that add to the grandeur of the place.
Secondly, The St. Francis Church well-known for its beautiful architecture & ambience & is believed to be one of the oldest churches built by the Europeans in India.
Santa Cruz Basilica - (at extra cost) one of the eight Basilicas in India, this church is one of the finest & most impressive churches & visited by tourists the whole year round.
Vasco House (built in the Portuguese style of architecture) is believed to be the house where Vasco Da Gama stayed during his visits to Kochi, right until his death in 1524.
Later visit Fort Kochi beach & Chinese Fishing Nets - Nowhere else in India could you find such giant fishing nets from China. Back to the hotel for an overnight stay at Hotel.
Overnight stay at Hotel Airlink Castle
Included at Hotel:Breakfast
Not Included:Lunch
Not Included:Dinner

Day 7:Departure from Kochi

Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel today before we check-out. We have a ride prepared to transfer you to the Kochi Airport for your scheduled departure. We bid you farewell after an unforgettable trip in God’s Own Country.
Included at Hotel:Breakfast
Not Included:Lunch
Not Included:Dinner

Terms and Conditions

Vehicle as mentioned in the booking will be provided. Extra charges will be applicable if additional vehicle or upgraded vehicle is required due to travellers carrying extra or oversized luggage.
Vehicle is available for use only till 8 pm ( as per itinerary); for North East India, Vehicle is available only till 4 pm (as per itinerary). Vehicle being kept till late hours will be subject to night charges as applicable and payable directly on ground.
Please note vehicle is available for use between 7 am to 7 pm which covers the sightseeing and journey time.
If you wish to go out beyond 7 pm, vehicle charges would be extra or you will need to arrange on your own.
Most hotels in Munnar offer only Non AC rooms. Please double check the room category in case you are looking for AC rooms.
In case of road blocks, the vehicle may need to take an alternate route to get you to your destination. This will be subject to additional charges as applicable and payable directly on ground.
Tickets for Periyar Wildlife Reserve are not included in the price and needs to be booked prior before travel.
Most hotels in Thekkady offer only Non AC rooms. Please double check the room category in case you are looking for AC rooms.
In case you are opting for houseboat, please note AC would run only between 9 pm to 6 am in the morning.
At the time of check-in to your hotel, hotel may ask you to make an advance/security deposit (amount depends upon hotel policy). This amount is refunded at the time of check-out, minus the cost of any items taken from the mini-bar or other charges (like late check-out or any damages done to the accommodation).
Any ticket to attractions, museums, train, cable car, ferries, rides, safari, etc. are not included unless explicitly mentioned as an inclusion.
For queries regarding cancellations and refunds, please refer to our Cancellation Policy.
We reserve the right to issue a full refund in case we believe that we are unable to fulfil the services for any technical reasons.