The Most Beautiful Classic Kerala Tour with travel packages from Kolkata and elsewhere

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Kerala, often referred to as “God’s Own Country,” with our Classic Kerala Tour. This meticulously crafted tour program from the house of Excursion2India takes you through the diverse landscapes and vibrant culture of Kerala, offering a perfect blend of natural beauty, rich heritage, and serene experiences.

From the historic charm of Kochi to the lush tea gardens of Munnar, the wildlife of Thekkady, the tranquil backwaters of Alleppey, the pristine beaches of Varkala and Kovalam, and the iconic Kanyakumari, this tour showcases the best of Kerala.

Classic Kerala Tour Detailed Program:

Day 1: Arrival in Kochi

Activities:

Jewish Street, Fort Kochi

Arrive at Kochi International Airport. Transfer to the hotel and check-in. Relax and unwind after your journey. Have some food at the hotel.

Afterwards, go on for a sightseeing tour of Kochi. Explore Fort Kochi, including the Chinese Fishing Nets, Mattancherry Palace, Jewish Synagogue, and St. Francis Church.

Return and enjoy a nice dinner.

Overnight: Kochi.

Day 2: Kochi Sightseeing

Activities:

Cherai Beach

Breakfast at the hotel. Go for a trip to Cherai Beach, known for its tranquil waters and scenic beauty.

Visit local villages around Kochi to experience traditional Kerala life, including visits to coir-making units and coconut plantations. If time permits, go and visit the Hill Palace Museum and the Kerala Folklore Museum.

Enjoy a Kathakali dance performance in the evening.

Overnight: Kochi.

Day 3: Kochi to Munnar (130 km, 4 hours)

Activities:

Munnar Tea garden

Breakfast at the hotel and check out after that. Proceed for Munnar, a drive of around 4 hours from Kochi. enjoying scenic views of tea gardens and waterfalls on the route. Check-in at a hotel in Munnar.

Visit the Tea Museum and Pothamedu View Point in the afternoon.

Overnight: Munnar.

Day 4: Munnar Sightseeing

Activities:

Breakfast at the hotel. Full-day sightseeing in Munnar, including Eravikulam National Park, Mattupetty Dam, Anamudi Peak, and Echo Point. Visit the local markets in the evening.

Overnight: Munnar.

Day 5: Munnar to Thekkady (90 km, 3 hours)

Activities:

Boat for Periyar National Park Safari, Thekkadi

Breakfast at the hotel and check out. Head to Thekkady, a drive of around three hours through lush spice plantations. Check-in at the hotel in Thekkady.  Visit a spice plantation in the afternoon. Eenjoy an optional Ayurvedic massage.  Attend a Kalaripayattu (traditional martial art) show in the evening.

Overnight: Thekkady.

Day 6: Thekkady Sightseeing

Activities:

Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a boat ride on Periyar Lake in the morning and explore Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. In the afternoon trek through the Periyar forest or visit a local tribal village.

Overnight: Thekkady.

Day 7: Thekkady to Alleppey (140 km, 4 hours)

Activities:

Houseboat in Alleppey

Check out from the hotel after breakfast. Drive to Alleppey, a drive of around 4 hours. Check-in to a traditional houseboat. In the afternoon cruise through the backwaters witnessing village life and lush landscapes.

Overnight: Houseboat.

Day 8: Alleppey to Varkala (120 km, 3.5 hours)

Activities:

Breakfast on the houseboat. Disembark from the houseboat and drive to Varkala. It takes around 3.5 hours to reach Varkala from Alleppey. Check-in at a hotel in Varkala on arriving there. In the afternoon, visit Varkala Beach and have a relaxing times. You can also choose to visit the Papanasam Beach and Janardanaswamy Temple.

Overnight: Varkala.

Surfing in Varkala

Day 9: Varkala Beach Day

Activities:

Breakfast at the hotel. Full day at leisure to enjoy Varkala’s beaches, Ayurvedic treatments, or explore the nearby cliffs and local markets.

Overnight: Varkala.

Day 10: Varkala to Kovalam, Thiruvananthapuram (50 km, 1.5 hours)

Activities:

Have breakfast at the hotel and check out to proceed for Thiruvananthapuram. This is a drive of around 1.5 hours. Visit Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Napier Museum, and, if time permits, see Thiruvananthapuram Zoo. Drive to Kovalam which is just half an hour drive from main Thiruvananthapuram city.

Kovalam Beach, Thiruvananthapuram

Overnight: Kovalam

Day 11: Kovalam to Kanyakumari (105 km, 3 hours)

Activities:

After breakfast at the hotel, head towards Kanyakumari, the southernmost tip of mainland India. This is a drive of 3 hours. On reaching Kanyakumari, head straight for Vivekananda Rock Memorial, and Thiruvalluvar Statue.

The Rock Memorial has been built in the memory of the famous Hindu Saint Swami Vivekananda.

Afterwards, visit Kanyakumari Beach. Watch sunset at the confluence of three main waterbodies of India – the Indian Ocean, Arabian Sea, and

Kanyakumari

Bay of Bengal.

Return to Kovalam afterwards.

Overnight: Thiruvananthapuram.

Day 12: Kovalam

Activities:

Breakfast at the hotel. Indulge in full day leisure time at Kovalam Beach. You can choose to take part in water sports.

Overnight: Kovalam.

Day 13: Departure from Thiruvananthapuram

Activities:

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Thiruvananthapuram International Airport as per the time of your onward flight.

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