The Ultimate Kerala Experience offers a seamless 10-night journey through Kerala’s diverse landscapes, from colonial Kochi’s charm to misty Munnar tea estates, wildlife-rich Thekkady, serene Kumarakom backwaters, and Kovalam’s beaches—perfect for families or couples seeking nature, culture, and relaxation.
Included/Exclude
Cost Includes
- Airport transfers on arrival and departure.
- Accommodation in family-friendly hotels/resorts (Cochin, Munnar, Thekkady, Kumarakom, Kovalam, Houseboat).
- Daily breakfast at all hotels and meals on the houseboat.
- Private transfers for all destinations and sightseeing in an air-conditioned vehicle.
- Guided sightseeing tour of Cochin, including visits to Fort Cochin, Mattancherry Palace, St. Francis Church, and the Chinese fishing nets.
- Entry to Eravikulam National Park in Munnar for spotting Nilgiri Tahr.
- Boat safari in Periyar Lake (Thekkady) to watch wildlife.
- Spice plantation tour in Thekkady with a guide.
- Overnight stay on a traditional houseboat with a cruise through the backwaters.
- Day trip to Trivandrum, including a visit to Padmanabhaswami Temple.
Cost Excludes
- Airfare to and from Kerala.
- Travel insurance.
- Entry fees to monuments and attractions not specifically included in the itinerary.
- Personal expenses such as laundry, phone calls, and tips.
- Additional meals and drinks not mentioned in the inclusions.
- Optional activities such as horse riding in Munnar.
- Ayurvedic massage or other spa treatments in Kovalam.
- Adventure activities like kayaking, snorkeling, or surfing.
- Camera/video charges at monuments and national parks.
- Early check-in or late check-out at hotels.
Trip Info
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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Private Houseboat
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Guided
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English , Hindi
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Breakfast
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Available
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Available
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Available
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Parking, Toll, Driver's Batta, and Fuel Costs
Why Go?
Kerala packs tea plantations, tiger reserves, houseboat cruises, and Ayurvedic wellness into one route with short, scenic drives (3-4 hours max between stops). This itinerary balances adventure and leisure, ideal year-round but best October-March for mild weather. It showcases “God’s Own Country” contrasts without rushing.
Tour Highlights
- Kochi: Fort Kochi's Chinese fishing nets, Jewish Synagogue, and Mattancherry Palace for history and seafood.
- Munnar: Eravikulam National Park (Nilgiri Tahr spotting), Tea Museum, Mattupetty Dam, and Echo Point amid rolling tea gardens.
- Thekkady: Periyar Tiger Reserve boat safari, spice plantation walks, and Kalaripayattu martial arts show.
- Kumarakom: Houseboat overnight on Vembanad Lake backwaters, birdwatching at Kumarakom sanctuary.
- Kovalam: Lighthouse Beach relaxation, lighthouse views, and optional Ayurvedic spa sessions.
