Pickup Kochi Munnar - Local - Thekkady - Alleppey - Kovalam - Thrivendrapuram(E) - Kanyakumari

Check out from your hotel in Kochi head to Munnar — a charming hill station known for its tea plantations, misty hills, and lush valleys.

 

After sightseeing, begin your drive to Munnar. Munnar is approximately 130 km from Kochi, and it would take around 4 hours by road.

 

En route, visit the following attractions:

• Valara Waterfalls – A picturesque waterfall surrounded by dense greenery.
• Cheyyappara Waterfalls – A multi-tiered cascade offering excellent photo opportunities.

 

Upon arrival in Munnar, check in to your hotel and relax. The rest of the day is free for leisure — you may explore the nearby markets or simply enjoy the tranquil surroundings.

For dinner, you can try Saravana Bhavan @ Main Market, a well-known pure vegetarian restaurant serving authentic South Indian cuisine.

After breakfast at the hotel, head out for sightseeing in and around Munnar. Complete any remaining sights from the previous day before starting new activities.

 

Munnar Extended Sightseeing:

• Eravikulam National Park – Famous for Nilgiri Tahr and scenic landscapes, ideal for photography.
• Spice Garden – Explore local spices and plantations.
• Rajamalai (Eravikulam Hills) – Panoramic views and trekking opportunities.

 

Return to the hotel in the evening for overnight stay.

After breakfast, check out from your hotel in Munnar. Complete any remaining sightseeing if not already done. Depart for Thekkady. Munnar is approximately 90 km away from Thekkady, and it would take around 3–4 hours by road.

 

En route, visit the following attractions (optional stops depending on time):

• Spice plantations – Explore Kerala’s aromatic spice gardens and learn about cardamom, pepper, cinnamon, and more.

 

Upon arrival in Thekkady, check in to your hotel and rest briefly. Later, enjoy the following sightseeing and activities in Thekkady:

 

Thekkady Sightseeing & Activities:

• Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary / Periyar National Park – Jungle safari or boat cruise on Periyar Lake to spot elephants, bison, and other wildlife.
• Periyar Lake Boat Cruise – Scenic boat ride inside the sanctuary, spotting animals and birds along the lake.
• Spice Garden Tour – Explore local spice gardens to see cultivation and processing.
• Elephant Rides – Optional elephant-back ride through forest trails.
• Kumily Market – Explore local handicrafts, spices, and souvenirs.
• Cultural Shows – Attend Kathakali or Kalaripayattu performances in the evening (ticketed).

 

Note: Evening can be spent enjoying a leisurely walk around the hotel or local market.

After breakfast, check out from your hotel in Thekkady. Before departing, you may cover any remaining sightseeing or activities — such as visiting the Spice Plantation, Elephant Junction, or enjoying a short boating session at Periyar Lake.

 

Then, begin your scenic drive to Alleppey, which is approximately 140 km away and takes around 4.5 hours by road. Enjoy the changing landscape as you leave the hills behind and enter the tranquil backwaters region of Kerala.

 

Once in Alleppey, check in to your hotel and relax for a while. Later in the day, you can explore the following sights:

• Alleppey Beach – A serene beach perfect for a quiet walk and sunset views (Free Entry)
• Marari Beach – Known for its pristine shoreline and peaceful surroundings (Free Entry)
• Ambalappuzha Sri Krishna Temple – Renowned for its traditional Kerala architecture and sweet offering “Pal Payasam” (Free Entry)
• Alleppey Backwaters – You may opt for a short shikara or canoe ride (Charges apply)

Spend the evening at leisure or stroll around the local markets to shop for coir products, spices, and handicrafts.
Return to your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay in Alleppey

Check out from the hotel and post breakfast, we would head to Kovalam. Kovalam is an evergreen and pleasant climatic beach resort. With high rocks and calm blue water bays, it is a true paradise for tourists. It has various beaches. A few important beaches are Samundra Beach, Hawa Beach, and Light House Beach. Enjoy the beaches at your leisure time.

After breakfast at 9:00 AM, we would start the city tour of Thiruvanthpuram. Important attractions are the followings: Padmanabhaswamy Temple: hindus are allowed in the premise with a special dress code. Kuthiramalika Palace: Entry Fees – INR 40 (Timings: 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM & 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM and closed on Monday) Napier Museum (Timings: 10 AM - 5:00 PM and closed on Monday) Sri Chitra Art Gallery INR 400/- entry fees (Timings: 10:00 AM. to 5:00 PM and Monday Holiday) Attukal Bhagavathy Temple – Free and open all day

After breakfast at 9:00 AM, check out from the hotel. We would travel to Kanyakumari. It would take around 3-4 hours. On arrival check in at the hotel. After lunch at 3:00PM, we would head for Kanyakumari Vivekananda Rock Memorial, Bhagavathi Amman Temple (INR 0 – Max 40 Minutes required), Thiruvalluvar Statue, Kanyakumari Sunset View Point (No Entry Fee, Reach here before 6:00 PM.) Vivekananda Rock Memorial & Thiruvalluvar Statue: It’s located on a small island and hence comes with the backdrop of the Indian ocean which adds to its calm and peaceful vibe. One needs to take a small ferry ride just for Rs.20 to go up to the memorial. Timings: Open on all days from 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Entry Fee: INR 100 for the couple Recommended Duration: 1 Hour