9 Days / 8 Nights South-Central Kerala Tour Package

Day 1 – Arrival in Kochi & Drive to Munnar

Approx. 130 km 4–5 Hours

Your Kerala holiday begins with a warm welcome from your Kerala Taxi Cab chauffeur at Kochi Airport or Railway Station. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a quick drive through Kochi before heading up into the hills, past beautiful countryside, tea plantations, waterfalls and spice gardens.

En-Route Sightseeing:

• Cheeyappara Waterfalls
• Valara Waterfalls
• Spice Plantation & Tea Gardens

Overnight Stay: Munnar

Day 2 – Munnar Sightseeing

Spend the day exploring Kerala’s most famous hill station.

Key Attractions:

• Eravikulam National Park (home of the endangered Nilgiri Tahr)
• Tata Tea Museum & Photo Point
• Mattupetty Dam & Kundala Lake
• Rose Garden & Blossom Hydel Park
• Pothamedu View Point

Optional Activities: Jeep Safari, Tea Factory Visit, Boating

Overnight Stay: Munnar

Day 3 – Munnar to Thekkady

Approx. 95 km 3 Hours

Drive through cardamom plantations and winding mountain roads to Thekkady, the spice hub of Kerala.

Key Attractions:

• Periyar Tiger Reserve (boating on Periyar Lake)
• Spice Plantation Tour
• Kathakali Cultural Show & Kalaripayattu Martial Arts Show

Optional Activities: Elephant Camp Program, Jungle Jeep Safari

Overnight Stay: Thekkady

Day 4 – Thekkady to Alleppey Houseboat

Approx. 140 km 4 Hours

Descend to Kerala’s famous backwaters and board a traditional private houseboat.

Houseboat Experience:

• Scenic backwater cruise through narrow canals and coconut lagoons
• Observe local life in Kuttanad and surrounding paddy fields
• Traditional Kerala lunch, evening tea & snacks and dinner served onboard
• Sunset cruise on the lake

Overnight Stay: Deluxe or Premium Houseboat

Day 5 – Alleppey to Varkala

Approx. 120 km 3 Hours

After a delicious breakfast on the houseboat, check out and drive towards the dramatic red cliffs of Varkala Beach.

Key Attractions:

• Varkala Cliff Walk & Sunset Point
• Papanasam Beach
• Janardhana Swamy Temple (2,000-year-old shrine)
• Chic cliff-side beach cafés

Overnight Stay: Varkala

Day 6 – Varkala to Kovalam via Jatayu Earth’s Center

Approx. 90 km 2.5 Hours

Before heading to the beach town of Kovalam, take a short detour to witness the world’s largest bird sculpture.

Key Attractions:

• Jatayu Earth’s Center (cable car ride, giant sculpture and adventure park)
• Check-in at Kovalam hotel
• Kovalam Beach relaxation & sunset view

Overnight Stay: Kovalam

Day 7 – Kovalam Beach Leisure & Local Sightseeing

Enjoy a relaxing day at one of India’s most iconic beach destinations.

Key Attractions:

• Lighthouse Beach & climbing the red-and-white Lighthouse
• Hawa Beach & Samudra Beach
• Vizhinjam Marine Aquarium & Fishing Harbour

Optional Activities: Traditional Ayurvedic Spa & Massage session

Overnight Stay: Kovalam

Day 8 – Trivandrum City Sightseeing

Approx. 20 km from Kovalam

Take a short drive to explore the rich heritage and culture of Kerala’s capital city.

Key Attractions:

• Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple (the richest temple in the world; dress code applies)
• Napier Museum & Sri Chitra Art Gallery
• Kanakakkunnu Palace & Kowdiar Palace (outside view)
• Trivandrum Zoo
• Shangumugham Beach (giant sculpture of Sagarakanyaka – Mermaid)

Overnight Stay: Kovalam (or Trivandrum)

Day 9 – Drop-off & Departure

Enjoy your breakfast and complete checkout formalities. Your chauffeur will ensure a timely transfer to the airport or railway station to catch your departing flight or train.

Drop-Off Options:

• Trivandrum International Airport (TRV)
• Trivandrum Central Railway Station (TVC)