South Hills to Backwaters
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South Hills to Backwaters

Explore Kerala's waterfalls, hill stations, wildlife, backwaters, and beaches on an unforgettable 10 Nights / 11 Days journey through God's Own Country.

Duration10N/11D
DestinationThiruvananthapuram
CountryIndia
Starts from
₹28,000₹30,000

per person · twin sharing

Duration10N/11D
DestinationThiruvananthapuram
Site seeingThekkadyVagamonHouseboat
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Overview

What this package feels like

Embark on an unforgettable 10 Nights / 11 Days journey across Kerala's most spectacular destinations. Discover the colonial heritage of Cochin, witness the majestic Athirapally Waterfalls, explore the misty tea gardens of Munnar, and experience the wildlife of Thekkady. Relax amidst the rolling hills of Vagamon before enjoying an overnight cruise through the tranquil backwaters of Alleppey aboard a traditional houseboat. Complete your holiday on the golden beaches of Kovalam with breathtaking sunsets and rejuvenating Ayurvedic experiences. Combining nature, adventure, heritage, wildlife, beaches, and authentic Kerala hospitality, this package offers the ultimate Kerala vacation for every traveler.

Route

Thiruvananthapuram

Region

Kochi, Kerala, India

Pace

10N/11D

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Site seeingThekkadyVagamonHouseboat
Accommodation
Accommodation in properties with specified rooming and meal plans.
Transportation
Transfers and sightseeing in specified vehicle with a Hindi | English speaking friendly driver cum guide.
Highlights

Moments planned into the journey

01

Fort Kochi

02

Athirapally Falls

03

Munnar

04

Thekkady

05

Vagamon

06

Houseboat

07

Kovalam

What's covered

Included & excluded at a glance

Included
  • Accommodation with selected room category and meal plan
  • Airport pickup
  • Airport drop
  • Railway Station pickup
  • Railway Station drop
  • Bus Stand pickup
  • Bus Stand drop
  • Air-conditioned vehicle for transfers and sightseeing
  • Hindi speaking driver cum guide
  • English speaking driver cum guide
  • Toll charges
  • Parking charges
  • Driver allowance
  • Fuel charges
Not included
  • Flight tickets
  • Train tickets
  • Bus tickets
  • Entry fees
  • Camera charges
  • Guide charges
  • Porterage
  • Tips
  • Travel insurance
  • Mineral water
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Non-alcoholic beverages
  • Telephone charges
  • Personal expenses
  • Additional vehicle usage
  • Expenses due to natural calamities
  • Political protests
  • Unforeseen expenses
  • Additional taxes or fuel surcharge
  • Anything not mentioned in inclusions
Itinerary

South Hills to Backwaters

10 Nights / 11 Days

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11Days
37Plans
8Bases

Day 1 - Arrival in Cochin to Day 11 - Departure from Kovalam

  1. Explore the colonial charm and heritage attractions of Cochin.

    1. Transfer

      Arrival & Hotel Transfer

      Pickup from Cochin Airport or Railway Station and transfer to the hotel.

    2. Heritage

      Fort Kochi

      Explore Fort Kochi and its colonial heritage.

    3. Monument

      Chinese Fishing Nets

      Visit Cochin's iconic Chinese Fishing Nets.

    4. Palace

      Mattancherry Palace

      Explore the historic Dutch Palace.

    5. Heritage

      Paradesi Synagogue & Jew Town

      Walk through Jew Town and visit the historic synagogue.

    6. Experience

      Marine Drive

      Enjoy a beautiful sunset at Marine Drive.

  2. Discover Cochin's churches, museums and traditional performing arts.

    1. Church

      St. Francis Church

      Visit the oldest European church in India.

    2. Museum

      Kerala Folklore Museum

      Explore Kerala's traditional art, culture and artifacts.

    3. Heritage

      Fort Kochi Walk

      Walk through the historic colonial streets.

    4. Experience

      Kathakali Performance

      Optional traditional Kathakali dance performance.

  3. Experience Kerala's magnificent waterfalls surrounded by lush forests.

    1. Transfer

      Drive to Athirapally

      Travel from Cochin to Athirapally.

    2. Waterfall

      Athirapally Falls

      Visit the spectacular Niagara of India.

    3. Waterfall

      Vazhachal Waterfalls

      Explore the nearby scenic waterfalls.

  4. Travel through scenic tea plantations to Kerala's hill paradise.

    1. Transfer

      Drive to Munnar

      Enjoy a picturesque drive through hills and plantations.

    2. Nature

      Tea Gardens

      Walk through lush tea plantations.

    3. Hotel

      Hotel Check-in

      Relax amidst Munnar's cool mountain climate.

  5. Explore Munnar's national parks, lakes and tea estates.

    1. Wildlife

      Eravikulam National Park

      Visit the home of the endangered Nilgiri Tahr.

    2. Lake

      Mattupetty Dam

      Enjoy boating and scenic mountain views.

    3. Nature

      Echo Point

      Experience the famous echo phenomenon.

    4. Lake

      Kundala Lake

      Relax amidst picturesque surroundings.

    5. Museum

      Tea Museum

      Learn about Munnar's tea heritage.

  6. Discover wildlife, forests and Kerala's famous spice plantations.

    1. Transfer

      Drive to Thekkady

      Travel through the Western Ghats to Thekkady.

    2. Wildlife

      Periyar Lake Boat Safari

      Enjoy wildlife spotting on Periyar Lake.

    3. Experience

      Spice Plantation Tour

      Learn about Kerala's world-famous spices.

  7. Relax amidst the peaceful hills, meadows and pine forests of Vagamon.

    1. Transfer

      Drive to Vagamon

      Proceed to the scenic hill station of Vagamon.

    2. Nature

      Vagamon Meadows

      Explore rolling meadows, tea gardens and pine forests.

    3. Adventure

      Optional Activities

      Enjoy optional trekking and paragliding.

  8. Enjoy an unforgettable overnight cruise through Kerala's backwaters.

    1. Transfer

      Drive to Alleppey

      Travel from Vagamon to Alleppey.

    2. Cruise

      Houseboat Cruise

      Cruise through canals, villages and coconut groves.

    3. Experience

      Traditional Kerala Meals

      Enjoy freshly prepared meals onboard.

  9. Relax on Kerala's famous golden beaches.

    1. Transfer

      Drive to Kovalam

      Travel to Kerala's popular beach destination.

    2. Beach

      Lighthouse Beach

      Relax and enjoy the beautiful Arabian Sea coastline.

  10. Enjoy a relaxing beach holiday with optional wellness experiences.

    1. Beach

      Kovalam Beach

      Spend the day enjoying the beach and sea.

    2. Aquarium

      Vizhinjam Marine Aquarium

      Optional visit to the aquarium.

    3. Wellness

      Ayurvedic Massage

      Optional rejuvenating Ayurvedic therapy.

  11. Transfer to Trivandrum Airport or Railway Station for your onward journey.

    1. Hotel

      Hotel Check-out

      Check out after breakfast.

    2. Transfer

      Departure Transfer

      Transfer to Trivandrum International Airport or Railway Station.

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