7 Nights / 8 Days Customized Kerala Tour including kanyakumari Itinerary
A 7 Nights / 8 Days (or 9-Day travel frame including arrival/departure days) package is the ultimate grand tour of South India. This customized itinerary takes you down the complete length of Kerala—from colonial Kochi through the mist-laden Western Ghats, into the backwaters, down to the southern beaches, and finally to the southernmost tip of mainland India at Kanyakumari.
🗺️ 7 Nights / 8 Days Grand Customized Itinerary
Arrival in Kochi & Heritage Sightseeing
Arrive at Cochin International Airport or Ernakulam Railway Station. Meet your private driver and transfer to your hotel. Spend the afternoon exploring the historical enclave of Fort Kochi. Visit the iconic Chinese Fishing Nets, St. Francis Church, Santa Cruz Basilica, Mattancherry Palace (Dutch Palace), and the vibrant spice lanes of Jew Town. Overnight stay in Kochi.
Kochi to Munnar: Ascending the Hills
Day 2
Check out after breakfast for a scenic 4-hour uphill drive to the hills. Stop along the way to see the Valara and Cheeyappara waterfalls tumbling down dense green slopes. As you climb higher, the air cools and sprawling tea plantations dominate the landscape. Check into your resort and spend a relaxed evening walking through nearby tea trails. Overnight stay in Munnar.
Munnar: Tea Gardens & Viewpoints Exploration
Day 3
Dedicate the day to exploring the hill station. Start with a morning drive to Eravikulam National Park, the habitat of the endangered Nilgiri Tahr mountain goat. Later, visit the engineering marvel of Mattupetty Dam (optional speedboat ride), the natural acoustics at Echo Point, and the peaceful Kundala Lake. Stop by a local Tea Museum on your return to see how fresh leaves are processed. Overnight stay in Munnar.
Munnar to Thekkady: Spice Estates & Boating
Day 4
Take a winding 3.5-hour drive down to Kerala’s spice capital. Check into your hotel and head out for a guided walk through a spice plantation to learn how cardamom, pepper, and cinnamon grow. In the afternoon, head to Periyar National Park for a peaceful wildlife boat safari on the lake, keeping an eye out for elephants, bison, and exotic birds along the shore. Optional evening viewing of a Kathakali dance or Kalaripayattu martial arts show. Overnight stay in Thekkady.
Thekkady to Alleppey: Private Houseboat Experience
Day 5
Leave the hills after breakfast and descend to the lowlands (a 3.5-hour drive). Arrive at the backwater jetty by 12:00 PM to board your private traditional houseboat (Kettuvallam). Enjoy a welcome drink as you drift past palm-fringed canals and local villages. Savor a freshly cooked traditional Kerala lunch prepared on board by your private chef. The boat anchors safely at 5:30 PM by the riverbank for a quiet night on the water. Overnight stay on the houseboat in Alappuzha.
Alleppey to Kovalam: Coastal Sunsets
Day 6
Wake up to a quiet backwater sunrise. Enjoy a traditional breakfast on board during a brief morning cruise before disembarking at 9:00 AM. Drive 4 hours south along the coast to the famous beach destination. Check into your beachside resort and spend the afternoon relaxing on the crescent-shaped Hawa Beach or Lighthouse Beach. Walk up to the iconic red-and-white striped lighthouse for a panoramic view of the Arabian Sea at sunset. Overnight stay in Kovalam.
Kovalam to Kanyakumari: Land’s End Sunset
Day 7
Check out after breakfast and drive 2.5 to 3 hours further south into Tamil Nadu to reach the tip of mainland India. Check into your hotel. In the afternoon, take a ferry ride to the majestic Vivekananda Rock Memorial and the massive Thiruvalluvak Statue standing in the ocean. In the evening, head to the beach or sunset viewpoint to witness the sun setting over the confluence of the Arabian Sea, the Bay of Bengal, and the Indian Ocean. Overnight stay in Kanniyakumari.
Kanyakumari Sunrise & Departure via Trivandrum
Day 8
Wake up early to catch the sunrise over the ocean meeting point. Return to the hotel for breakfast, check out, and visit the historic Suchindram Temple or Padmanabhapuram Palace on your way back. Your private driver will drop you off at the Trivandrum International Airport (TRV) or Trivandrum Central Railway Station (approx. 2.5 hours away) for your onward journey home.
🚗 Infrastructure & Accommodation Facilities
Customized packages utilize carefully planned vehicle options and lodging tiers to handle the cross-state route smoothly:
🌟 3-Star Comfort Package
- Accommodations: Standard clean, well-rated resorts with essential modern amenities and complimentary breakfast.
- Houseboat Infrastructure: Private Deluxe Houseboat where air conditioning is active in the bedroom only at night (9:00 PM to 6:00 AM).
- Transport: Private AC Sedan (e.g., Toyota Etios or Maruti Dzire) inclusive of fuel, state tolls, border permits, and driver allowance.
💎 4-Star Premium Package
- Accommodations: Superior valley-view rooms in Munnar, plantation resorts in Thekkady, and beachside properties in Kovalam featuring pools and buffets.
- Houseboat Infrastructure: Private Premium Houseboat featuring full-time (24-hour) AC running in the bedroom and enclosed lounge.
- Transport: Private AC SUV (e.g., Toyota Innova Crysta) providing better legroom and smoother suspension over mountain and highway routes.
👑 5-Star Luxury Package
- Accommodations: Top-tier luxury resort chains, private villas, and high-end heritage properties.
- Houseboat Infrastructure: Fully glass-enclosed ultra-luxury houseboat with comprehensive climate control, premium decks, and customized menus.
- Transport: Premium luxury class vehicles with experienced, multilingual tourist drivers.