Kerala Highlights
★★★★★ (60 reviews)
A refined 7-day journey through Kerala, combining the historic charm of Cochin, the lush tea plantations of Munnar, the wildlife experiences of Thekkady, and the serene backwaters of Alleppey.
This well-balanced itinerary blends cultural discovery, scenic hill landscapes, and nature encounters, from colonial heritage and tea-covered hills to spice plantations, wildlife reserves, and a traditional houseboat cruise, offering a complete and immersive experience of Kerala.
Travel in comfort with private chauffeur-driven transport and carefully selected hotels, along with a traditional houseboat stay, ensuring a seamless, authentic, and enriching journey through southern India.
Kerala Highlights : A 7 day Kerala Escape
Day 1 – Cochin:
Arrival at Cochin International Airport. Welcome by our local representative at the airport followed by a transfer to the hotel.
Rest at the hotel or an initial discovery of the city depending on the arrival time.
Day 2 – Cochin
Morning: After breakfast, guided city tour including the Dutch Palace (Mattancherry Palace) and the Paradesi Synagogue.
Afternoon: Visit St. Francis Church and continue exploring Fort Kochi’s colonial streets and heritage buildings.
Evening: Optional Kathakali dance performance. Overnight in Cochin.
Day 3 – Cochin / Munnar :
Morning: After breakfast, drive to Munnar through scenic landscapes.
Afternoon: En route, stop to admire waterfalls and spice plantations. Arrival and check-in at the hotel.
Evening: Leisure time to enjoy the cool climate and plantation surroundings. Overnight in Munnar.
Day 4 – Munnar
Morning: After breakfast, drive to Thekkady.
Afternoon: Arrival and check-in at hotel. Visit a spice plantation.
Evening: Optional Kalaripayattu performance. Overnight in Thekkady.
Day 5 – Munnar / Thekkady
Morning: After breakfast, drive to Alleppey.
Afternoon: Arrival and boarding of your private houseboat. Begin cruising through the backwaters.
Evening: Continue cruising or anchor in a quiet location surrounded by nature. Overnight on houseboat.
Day 6 – Thekkady / Alleppey (Houseboat)
Morning: After breakfast, optional boat safari on Periyar Lake (subject to availability). Drive to Alleppey.
Afternoon: Board your private houseboat and cruise through the backwaters.
Evening: Anchor in a peaceful location. Overnight on houseboat.
Day 7 – Alleppey / Cochin (Approx. 1.5 hrs) – Departure
Morning: After breakfast, disembark and drive to Cochin.
Afternoon: Transfer to Cochin International Airport.
Evening: End of our services.
End of our services.
Best time to visit Kerala : from October till March
The best time to visit Kerala is from October to March, when the climate is pleasant, with moderate temperatures and low humidity, making it ideal for exploring backwaters, hill stations, wildlife reserves, and beaches. This period offers clear skies and comfortable conditions for sightseeing and outdoor activities, particularly in destinations such as Munnar, Alleppey, and Mararikulam. The monsoon season, from June to September, transforms the region into a lush green landscape and is especially recommended for Ayurveda and wellness retreats, although travel conditions can be more humid and subject to rainfall. April and May are warmer months, better suited for hill areas like Munnar where the climate remains relatively cooler.
