10 Nights / 11 Days Multi-Destination Tour Package Itinerary- covering Goa -Banglore- Kerala -kanyakumari
Here is a detailed guide for a 10 Nights / 11 Days Multi-Destination Tour Package covering Goa, Bengaluru, Kochi, Munnar, Thekkady, Alappuzha (Alleppey), Marari beach, Kovalam, and Kanniyakumari.
Estimated Total Package Cost (For 1 Couple)
Cost includes 10 Nights Accommodation (3-star / 4-star hotels & 1 Night Private Houseboat with all meals), Private Sedan AC Car for land transfers and sightseeing, tolls, parking, and driver allowances.
Budget / Standard Package (3-Star): ₹55,000 – ₹70,000 Total for Couple
Deluxe / Premium Package (4-Star): ₹85,000 – ₹1,15,000 Total for Couple
Luxury Package (5-Star / Resorts): ₹1,40,000 – ₹2,10,000+ Total for Couple
(Note: Flight/train tickets between Goa, Bengaluru, and Kochi are not included, as pricing varies by booking time and transit preference).
Master Itinerary (Route: Goa → Bengaluru → Kochi → Hill Stations → Backwaters → Beaches → Kanyakumari)
Day 1: Arrive in Goa — Check-in, relax at North Goa beaches (Baga/Calangute) and enjoy local seafood shacks.
Day 2: Goa Sightseeing & Flight to Bengaluru — Visit Aguada Fort and Old Goa churches. Fly to Bengaluru in the evening. Night stay in Bengaluru.
Day 3: Bengaluru City Sightseeing & Transit to Kochi — Visit Lalbagh Botanical Garden and Bangalore Palace. Take an evening flight or overnight train/flight to Kochi.
Day 4: Kochi Sightseeing & Drive to Munnar — Morning tour of Fort Kochi (Chinese Fishing Nets, Mattancherry). Scenic 4-hour drive to Munnar past Cheeyappara Waterfalls.
Day 5: Munnar Tea Plantation & Nature Tour — Visit Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, Tea Museum, and Eravikulam National Park (Nilgiri Tahr).
Day 6: Munnar to Thekkady (Spice & Wildlife) — Drive to Thekkady (3 hours). Enjoy a boat safari at Periyar Lake and explore a spice plantation.
Day 7: Thekkady to Alappuzha (Alleppey Houseboat) — Drive to Alleppey (3.5 hours). Check-in to a private AC Deluxe/Luxury Houseboat by 12:00 PM. Cruise through backwater canals with traditional Goan/Kerala meals on board.
Day 8: Alappuzha to Marari beach Relaxation — Check out of the houseboat at 9:00 AM. Short drive to Marari beach. Day at leisure on the secluded beach.
Day 9: Marari beach to Kovalam Beach Resort — Drive south along the coast to Kovalam (4 hours). Visit Lighthouse Beach and enjoy a beachside dinner.
Day 10: Kovalam to Kanniyakumari Day Excursion — Day trip to Kanniyakumari (2 hours drive). Visit Vivekananda Rock Memorial, Thiruvalluvar Statue, and view the sunset at Triveni Sangam. Return to Kovalam for night stay.
Day 11: Departure from Trivandrum (TRV) — Morning leisure and transfer to Trivandrum Airport / Railway Station for departure.
10 Alternate Itinerary Framing Angles
Depending on couple preferences, the 10 nights can be restructured into different focal themes:
Classic Grand Circuit: Balanced allocation across all cities, hill stations, and beaches (as outlined in the Master Itinerary above).
Beach & Coastal Heavy Focus: Extra night in Marari beach and Kovalam with quick 1-night stops in hill stations.
Honeymoon & Relaxation Special: Focused on private pool villas in Munnar and luxury houseboat upgrades in Alappuzha.
Heritage & Cultural Trail: Deeper exploration of Old Goa, Bangalore Palace, Fort Kochi arts, and Kanyakumari temples.
Nature & Wildlife Explorer: Includes Periyar Tiger Reserve trekking in Thekkady and bird watching in Kumarakom/Alleppey.
Express Transit City Hopper: Focuses on quick urban experiences in Goa & Bengaluru followed by leisurely Southern Kerala coasting.
South-to-North Reverse Route: Starting at Kanniyakumari / Kovalam and finishing in Goa.
Culinary & Spice Route: Highlights spice plantation dining in Thekkady, traditional Sadya in Kochi, and seafood in Goa.
Culinary & Spice Route: Highlights spice plantation dining in Thekkady, traditional Sadya in Kochi, and seafood in Goa.
Backwater & Wellness Route: Includes Ayurvedic spa packages in Marari beach / Kovalam and extended backwater cruising.
Photography & Scenic Route: Prioritizes golden-hour views at Chapora Fort (Goa, tea gap roads (Munnar, and Triveni Sangam (Kanniyakumari.
Infrastructure & Facilities
Private Vehicle: Dedicated AC Sedan (Dzire/Etios) with driver provided for all ground transfers, interstate tolls, and sightseeing.
Houseboat Facilities: 1-Bedroom Private AC Houseboat in Alappuzha featuring an attached bathroom, living area, sun deck, dedicated chef, and captain. Includes Welcome Drinks, Lunch, Evening Snacks, Dinner, and Breakfast.
Transit Infra: Well-connected via major airports: Dabolim/Mopa (Goa, Kempegowda (Bengaluru, Cochin International (COK), and Trivandrum (TRV). Highway connectivity via NH 66 across Kerala.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Are inter-state permit charges included for visiting Kanniyakumari?
A: Yes, traveling from Kerala into Kanniyakumari (Tamil Nadu) requires a commercial border permit fee, which is included in standard private vehicle allowances.
Q: How does Air Conditioning work on the Houseboat?
A: For Standard/Deluxe houseboats, AC runs in the bed chamber overnight (9:00 PM to 6:00 AM). For Premium/Full-Time AC boats, air conditioning runs 24/7 across the room and lounge.
Q: Is it better to end the tour in Trivandrum or Kochi?
A: Ending at Trivandrum International Airport (TRV) is recommended, as Kovalam and Kanniyakumari are much closer to Trivandrum than returning all the way to Kochi.