India · 6 to 8 days
Kerala tour packages
Fort Kochi, the tea hills of Munnar, the spice gardens of Thekkady and a night on an Alleppey houseboat, with a beach to finish.
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- Duration
- 6 to 8 days
- Best time
- September to March; monsoon Ayurveda June to August
- Best for
- Families, couples, visiting family with a holiday attached
- Departs from
- Kochi, Trivandrum, Calicut, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad or Mumbai
- Price
- 3★ hotels from ₹45,000
4★ hotels from ₹57,000
Per person
ATE was founded in Trivandrum in 1976, so Kerala is the journey we know best, with our own offices in Kochi, Trivandrum and Calicut. Start in Fort Kochi, climb into the tea estates of Munnar, walk the spice gardens of Thekkady, then drift through the backwaters on a private houseboat before a final night at Kovalam or Varkala.
We arrange a private car and driver throughout, hand-picked hotels and houseboats, and can add Ayurveda, Wayanad or a family visit.
Highlights
- Fort Kochi, the Chinese fishing nets and a Kathakali performance
- Munnar's tea estates and Eravikulam National Park
- Spice plantations and Periyar Lake, Thekkady
- An overnight private houseboat on the Alleppey backwaters
- Kovalam or Varkala beach
Usually included
- Flights to Kochi or Trivandrum
- Hotels and one night on a private houseboat
- Private air-conditioned car with driver
- Daily breakfast; all meals on the houseboat
- Sightseeing and entry fees
- Airport transfers
Visa
No visa needed for Indian citizens.
Day by day
A 8-day itinerary
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Day 1
Kochi
Arrive in Kochi. Fort Kochi, the Chinese fishing nets and a traditional Kathakali performance.
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Day 2
Munnar
Check out and drive to Munnar, sightseeing on the way.
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Day 3
Munnar
Full day in Munnar: Eravikulam National Park, the tea plantations and scenic viewpoints.
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Day 4
Thekkady
Drive to Thekkady, visiting spice plantations and local sights on the way.
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Day 5
Thekkady
Thekkady sightseeing, with an optional Periyar Lake boat ride (subject to availability), and time at leisure.
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Day 6
Alleppey houseboat
Drive to Alleppey and board a private houseboat for an overnight cruise through the backwaters.
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Day 7
Kovalam
Disembark and drive to Kovalam. Check in and relax on the beach.
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Day 8
Departure
Check out and transfer to Trivandrum airport or railway station.
A typical route: we change the order, the hotels and the number of nights to suit you. Prices are per person and depend on travel dates and hotel availability.
FAQ's
Questions, answered
Everything you might want to know before you get in touch. Can't find it here? Ask us directly.
How many days do I need for Kerala?
Six days covers Kochi, Munnar, Thekkady and a houseboat; eight lets you add a beach or Wayanad.
Can I visit Kerala in the monsoon?
Yes. June to August is green and quiet, hotels are cheaper and it's the traditional season for Ayurveda treatments.
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