Exotic Kerala Trip – 8 Days / 7 Nights Kerala Holiday Package

Arrive at Cochin International Airport or Ernakulam Railway Station, where our representative will assist with a private transfer to your hotel. After check-in, take time to relax after your journey.

In the evening, you may explore nearby spice markets, handicraft shops, or enjoy a casual walk around the city, soaking in your first impressions of God’s Own Country. Cochin serves as the gateway to most Kerala tour packages and offers a gentle introduction to the state’s culture and pace.

Overnight stay in Cochin.

After breakfast, proceed for a guided sightseeing tour of Cochin (Kochi), one of India’s most historically layered port cities.

Visit Fort Kochi, home to colonial-era landmarks shaped by Portuguese, Dutch, and British rule. Explore the St. Francis Church, the oldest European church in India, followed by the Dutch Palace (Mattancherry Palace), renowned for its beautifully preserved Kerala murals. Walk through Jew Town and visit the historic Paradesi Synagogue, reflecting Cochin’s long-standing Jewish heritage.

Later, view the iconic Chinese Fishing Nets, a centuries-old fishing method unique to this coastline. In the evening, attend a Kathakali dance performance, where expressive gestures and elaborate costumes narrate stories from Indian epics—an essential cultural experience in many Kerala cultural tours.

Overnight stay in Cochin.

(Approx. 126 km / 4–5 hours)

After breakfast, check out from your hotel in Cochin and begin the scenic drive to Munnar, one of Kerala’s most loved hill stations and a core destination in many Munnar tour packages. As you leave the coastal plains behind, the landscape gradually transforms—busy highways give way to winding mountain roads, dense forests, spice plantations, and cascading waterfalls.

En route, you pass through small plantation towns and cardamom-growing regions, offering a glimpse into Kerala’s agrarian life. Occasional photo stops can be made near roadside waterfalls or scenic bends, depending on traffic and weather conditions. The air grows noticeably cooler as you ascend into the Western Ghats, a UNESCO-recognised biodiversity hotspot.

On arrival in Munnar by afternoon, check into your hotel set amid rolling tea-covered hills. The rest of the day is intentionally kept light to allow you to unwind after the drive. You may relax at the property, enjoy views of mist drifting over plantations, or take a short walk around the hotel to acclimatise to the altitude and climate.

Overnight stay in Munnar.

After breakfast, set out for a guided sightseeing tour of Munnar, celebrated for its cool climate, manicured tea estates, and mountain ecosystems—making it a favourite among travellers choosing Kerala hill station tours.

Begin with scenic viewpoints overlooking vast stretches of tea plantations, where neatly trimmed green slopes roll endlessly into the distance. Continue to Mattupetty Dam, a popular spot surrounded by hills and forests, offering serene views and photo opportunities. Nearby valleys and lakes further highlight Munnar’s tranquil mountain setting.

Subject to forest department regulations and seasonal conditions, visit Eravikulam National Park, home to the endangered Nilgiri Tahr. The park’s high-altitude grasslands and panoramic viewpoints also provide sweeping vistas across the Western Ghats. Later, enjoy a guided walk through tea estates, where you learn about tea cultivation, plucking techniques, and processing methods that made Munnar globally renowned.

The rest of the evening is free to relax, enjoy the cool mountain air, or simply sit back with views of mist-covered hills—an ideal pace for nature lovers and slow travellers.

Overnight stay in Munnar.

(Approx. 86 km / 3–4 hours)

After breakfast, check out and drive to Periyar (Thekkady), one of South India’s most prominent wildlife destinations and the gateway to Periyar National Park. The journey descends gradually from Munnar’s hills into dense forest zones, interspersed with spice plantations and small settlements.

On arrival in Thekkady, check into your hotel set amidst forested surroundings. After some rest, visit a spice plantation, where expert guides explain the cultivation of cardamom, pepper, cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, and medicinal herbs—many of which form the foundation of Kerala’s cuisine and Ayurveda traditions.

Later in the afternoon, enjoy a boat ride on Periyar Lake, one of the most relaxing wildlife experiences in Kerala wildlife tours. As the boat glides through calm waters, watch for elephants, deer, wild boar, and a variety of bird species along the forested banks.

Return to your hotel by evening. The remainder of the day is free for rest after sightseeing.

Overnight stay in Periyar.

(Approx. 122 km / 3.5–4 hours)

After breakfast, drive to Kumarakom, a serene backwater destination located along the shores of Vembanad Lake, Kerala’s largest freshwater lake. Compared to Alleppey, Kumarakom offers a quieter and greener backwater experience, making it especially appealing to travellers seeking calm and privacy.

On arrival, check into your backwater resort surrounded by coconut palms, waterways, and lush gardens. The rest of the day is kept free to relax at leisure. You may enjoy views of traditional boats gliding across the lake, take a gentle walk along the waterfront, or simply unwind amid nature.

Kumarakom is also known for its proximity to the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, which attracts migratory birds during the winter months—adding to its appeal for birdwatchers and slow travellers exploring Kerala backwater tours.

Overnight stay in Kumarakom.

(Approx. 32 km / 1 hour)

After breakfast, drive to Alleppey (Alappuzha), often referred to as the “Venice of the East” and the most iconic backwater destination in Kerala. On arrival, board a traditional Kerala houseboat, once used as a rice barge and now transformed into a comfortable floating home.

As the houseboat cruise begins, glide slowly through palm-lined canals, village waterways, and open stretches of Vembanad Lake. Observe everyday life along the banks—fishermen casting nets, women washing clothes at the water’s edge, children commuting by canoe, and farmers tending to paddy fields below sea level.

All meals—including lunch, evening tea, and dinner—are freshly prepared onboard by the houseboat crew. By evening, the houseboat anchors in a peaceful stretch of water as per Kerala regulations, allowing you to enjoy a quiet night surrounded by nature.

This overnight cruise is often considered the highlight of many Alleppey houseboat tours.

Overnight stay on the houseboat in Alleppey.

(Approx. 82 km / 2–2.5 hours)

After breakfast onboard, disembark from the houseboat by late morning and begin your drive back to Cochin Airport or Railway Station for your onward journey. The drive passes through coastal towns, paddy fields, and stretches of highway linking Kerala’s backwater region with its main transport hub.

Your Exotic Kerala Trip concludes with lasting memories of misty hill stations, wildlife encounters, cultural heritage, and tranquil backwaters—bringing together the most defining elements of Kerala in one well-balanced journey.