Kerala: Backwaters, Hills & Heritage

Day 1 – Arrival in Cochin

• Meet & greet at Cochin Airport

• Visit Fort Kochi, Mattancherry Palace, and Chinese fishing nets

• Optional: Kathakali show or spice market walk

• Overnight stay in Cochin

Day 2 – Cochin to Munnar

• Drive to Munnar (approx. 4 hrs) via Valara & Cheeyappara waterfalls

• Check-in at hill resort

• Visit Tea Museum & Blossom Park

• Overnight stay in Munnar

Day 3 – Munnar Exploration

• Explore Eravikulam National Park, Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point

• Optional: Sunset at Top Station

• Overnight stay in Munnar

Day 4 – Munnar to Thekkady

• Drive to Thekkady (approx. 3.5 hrs)

• Check-in at jungle resort

• Periyar Lake boat ride, spice plantation tour

• Optional: Elephant ride or tribal dance show

• Overnight stay in Thekkady

Day 5 – Thekkady to Alleppey

• Drive to Alleppey (approx. 4 hrs)

• Check-in to private houseboat

• Cruise through backwaters, enjoy onboard meals

• Overnight stay on houseboat

Day 6 – Alleppey to Kovalam

• Morning cruise & breakfast

• Drive to Kovalam (approx. 4 hrs)

• Relax at Lighthouse Beach or Hawa Beach

• Overnight stay in Kovalam

Day 7 – Kovalam & Kanyakumari Excursion

• Day trip to Kanyakumari (approx. 2.5 hrs)

• Visit Vivekananda Rock, Sunset Point, and Triveni Sangam

• Return to Kovalam for overnight stay

Day 8 – Departure from Trivandrum

• Breakfast & checkout

• Transfer to Trivandrum Airport/Railway Station