Discover Kerala in 10 unforgettable days—from historic Cochin to the misty tea gardens of Munnar, the wildlife-rich forests of Thekkady, the tranquil backwaters of Kumarakom and Alleppey, and the sun-kissed beaches of Kovalam with a cultural finale in Trivandrum.
This balanced itinerary combines heritage, nature, backwaters, and beaches with optional activities like boating, spice plantation walks, and rafting, ensuring a complete Kerala experience.
Based on the itinerary, the following are typically included and excluded. Final inclusions may vary at booking time.
A curated snapshot of the destinations covered across 10 days.
Follow this 10-day plan spanning Cochin, Munnar, Thekkady, Kumarakom, Alleppey, Kovalam and Trivandrum. Sightseeing options are provided for information; availability and timings may vary.
Upon arrival at Cochin Airport, our representative will welcome you and transfer you to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay in Cochin.
After breakfast, proceed for sightseeing in Cochin, known as the "Queen of Arabian Sea". Visit the Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue, St. Francis Church (the oldest European church in India), and see the famous Chinese Fishing Nets at Fort Cochin beach. Overnight stay in Cochin.
After breakfast, check out and drive to Munnar (140 km – approx. 4 hours). On arrival, check in to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay in Munnar.
After breakfast, sightseeing in Munnar including Mattupetty Dam, Kundale Lake, and Echo Point. Afternoon visit Rajamalai (Eravikulam National Park), home of the endangered Nilgiri Tahr. Overnight stay in Munnar.
After early breakfast, check out and drive to Thekkady (110 km – approx. 3 hours). On arrival, check in to the hotel. Afternoon sightseeing at Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, declared a Tiger Reserve in 1978. Optional activities (extra cost): boating on Periyar Lake, spice plantation visit, bamboo rafting, trekking, elephant ride. Overnight stay in Thekkady.
After breakfast, check out and drive to Kumarakom (170 km – approx. 5 hours). On arrival, check in to the hotel. Afternoon sightseeing in Kumarakom, a backwater hamlet on the banks of Vembanad Lake. Options include canoe, motor boat or houseboat rides. Overnight stay in Kumarakom.
After breakfast, check out and drive to Alleppey (45 km – approx. 1.5 hours). On arrival, board a houseboat. Enjoy a full-day cruise through the scenic backwaters of Vembanad Lake. Overnight stay on the houseboat.
After breakfast, check out from the houseboat and drive to Kovalam. On arrival, check in to the hotel. Evening free for water sports or enjoying sunset at Kovalam Beach. Overnight stay in Kovalam.
After breakfast, proceed for sightseeing in Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram). Visit Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Srichitra Art Gallery, Napier Museum and Zoo. Return for overnight stay in Kovalam.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Trivandrum Airport (15 km) for onward journey.
This itinerary spans central and southern Kerala—from Cochin to Munnar, Thekkady, the backwaters, and the capital city Trivandrum.
