🌴 8 Days Kerala Tour
Embark on an unforgettable 8 Days Kerala Tour with Kanyakumari, blending the lush hills of Munnar, the wildlife of Thekkady, the serene backwaters of Alleppey, beachside bliss in Kovalam, and a soulful trip to the southernmost tip of India—Kanyakumari.
Whether you’re planning a budget tour, luxury tour, or premium tour, this itinerary offers the perfect mix of culture, nature, and relaxation.
🗓️ Tour Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
📍 Places Covered: Cochin – Munnar – Thekkady – Alleppey – Kovalam – Kanyakumari – Trivandrum
🛬 Day 1: Arrival in Cochin – Transfer to Munnar (130 km / 4.5 hrs)
Your Kerala journey begins with a warm welcome at Cochin Airport or Ernakulam Railway Station. Drive through the Western Ghats, filled with tea plantations and waterfalls, to reach Munnar.
En Route Attractions:
- Cheeyappara & Valara Waterfalls
- Tea Gardens & Scenic Viewpoints
Check-in & Overnight Stay in Munnar
- Budget Tour: Hill view guesthouse
- Luxury Tour: Tea estate resort
- Premium Tour: Private villa or spa retreat
🍃 Day 2: Munnar Sightseeing
Explore the natural beauty of Munnar after breakfast.
Places to Visit:
- Eravikulam National Park (home of Nilgiri Tahr)
- Mattupetty Dam & Echo Point
- Kundala Lake (Pedal boating)
- Tea Museum & Factory Visit
- Blossom Hydel Park
Evening: Local shopping or Ayurvedic spa (available in luxury/premium tours)
Overnight Stay in Munnar
🐘 Day 3: Munnar to Thekkady (95 km / 3.5 hrs)
Post breakfast, travel to Thekkady, known for its spice plantations and wildlife.
Activities:
- Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary (Boating)
- Spice Plantation Walk
- Kathakali or Kalaripayattu Cultural Show
- Optional Jungle Jeep Safari or Elephant Ride
Stay in Thekkady
- Budget: Standard hotel near town
- Luxury: Forest-facing resort
- Premium: Jungle lodge or treehouse
🚤 Day 4: Thekkady to Alleppey – Backwater Houseboat (135 km / 4 hrs)
After breakfast, head to Alleppey, the Venice of the East.
Highlights:
- Check into a private houseboat
- Cruise through backwaters, canals, and paddy fields
- Authentic Kerala lunch, tea & dinner served onboard
- Sunset views on Vembanad Lake
Stay on Houseboat
- Budget Tour: Shared houseboat with fixed AC
- Luxury Tour: Private deluxe houseboat
- Premium Tour: Ultra-luxury floating suite with candlelight dinner
🏖️ Day 5: Alleppey to Kovalam (160 km / 4.5 hrs)
Post breakfast, disembark from the houseboat and drive to Kovalam, Kerala’s famous beach destination.
Evening Leisure:
- Lighthouse Beach walk
- Relax at Hawa Beach
- Optional Ayurveda therapy at beachside wellness center
Stay in Kovalam
- Budget: Near-beach guesthouse
- Luxury: Seaview resort with pool
- Premium: Beachside 5-star with private beach
🕌 Day 6: Kovalam – Day Trip to Kanyakumari (90 km / 2.5 hrs one way)
After breakfast, embark on a day trip to Kanyakumari, the southernmost point of India where the Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal, and Indian Ocean meet.
Sightseeing in Kanyakumari:
- Vivekananda Rock Memorial
- Thiruvalluvar Statue
- Kumari Amman Temple
- Gandhi Memorial
- Sunset Viewpoint
Return to Kovalam for Overnight Stay
🏙️ Day 7: Kovalam – Trivandrum Sightseeing
Today, explore Trivandrum, Kerala’s capital city.
Places to Visit:
- Padmanabhaswamy Temple (one of the richest temples in the world)
- Napier Museum & Art Gallery
- Sree Chitra Art Gallery
- Local markets for handicrafts and spices
Return to Kovalam for overnight stay or choose to stay in Trivandrum (based on departure convenience).
✈️ Day 8: Departure from Trivandrum
After breakfast, check out and transfer to Trivandrum Airport or Railway Station. Depart with soulful memories of your Kerala and Kanyakumari tour — a journey through nature, spirituality, and timeless traditions.
🎁 Tour Inclusions
✅ 7 Nights accommodation (hotel/houseboat as per plan)
✅ Daily breakfast (all meals on houseboat)
✅ AC private vehicle with driver
✅ Sightseeing as per itinerary
✅ Entry tickets and cultural shows (based on package)
✅ Taxes & tolls
🧳 Customization Options
- Luxury Tour: 4-star & 5-star stays, private houseboat, premium sedan/SUV
- Budget Tour: Neat and clean hotels, shared AC car
- Premium Tour: Private villa, wellness experiences, guided city tours
