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Kerala 8-Day Private Tour: Cochin, Munnar, Periyar, Alleppey, Kovalam & Trivandrum
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Kerala 8-Day Private Tour: Cochin, Munnar, Periyar, Alleppey, Kovalam & Trivandrum

by Kerala Tour Package Site

8 days
Kochi
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Monday 26 October 2026
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Overview

This private 8-day tour of Kerala covers the region’s main destinations and natural landscapes, including beaches, hill stations, and backwaters. Starting with a private airport pickup in Kochi, the itinerary includes visits to Cochin, the tea estates and spice plantations in Munnar, the wildlife area in Periyar (Thekkady), the backwaters of Alleppey, and the sandy beaches of Kovalam before concluding in Trivandrum. Accommodations are arranged in premium or luxury hotels with daily breakfast included. Transportation throughout the trip is provided by an exclusive air-conditioned vehicle, including all arrival, departure, and sightseeing transfers. The driver speaks English but no separate guide is provided. The tour lasts about 8 days and includes private transfers both from Kochi airport at the start and to Trivandrum or Kochi airport at the end. State taxes, tolls, driver allowances, fuel, and all applicable taxes are included.

Highlights

Private 8-day tour covering major Kerala destinations
Visits to tea estates and spice plantations in Munnar
Travel by exclusive air-conditioned vehicle throughout
Daily breakfast included at premium or luxury hotels
Private airport pickup and drop-off transfers
Includes state tax, tolls, driver allowances, and fuel charges

What's included

Pickup and transfers to and from airport
07 nights of lodging in rooms with double occupancy
Air-conditioned vehicle for all transfers and sightseeing
Breakfast each morning during hotel stays
Assistance at all pickup and drop-off locations
State tax, toll taxes, driver allowances, and fuel charges included
All applicable taxes included
Daily breakfast provided at all hotels
All arrival, departure, and sightseeing transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle

What's not included

Items not mentioned in the inclusions
Personal expenses such as tips, laundry, phone calls, and drinks
Camera fees and entrance tickets to monuments
Domestic and international airfare or train fare
No separate guide provided; driver speaks English

Itinerary

1

You will be welcomed and assisted at Cochin airport and later transferred to your hotel to check in. Kochi is a vibrant city situated on the south-west coast of the Indian peninsula in the breathtakingly scenic and prosperous state of Kerala, hailed as ‘God’s Own Country’. Its strategic importance over the centuries is underlined by the sobriquet Queen of the Arabian Sea. Informally, Cochin is also referred to as the Gateway to Kerala. Remaining time is at leisure till next morning or if time allows, you may enjoy the 17th century art form (optional tour) i.e. Kathakali Dance at one of the popular cultural centers in Fort Kochi. Kathakali is an ancient classical dance form of Kerala. It is a combination of drama, dance, music and ritual. You may also watch the extensive make-up process and then enjoy a story telling in Kerala style in the performance. Stay overnight at your hotel.

60 min

2

Morning after breakfast, proceed for a tour of Kochi/Cochin. Explore the heritage sites of Fort Kochi. You can shop for antiques and spices. You will start your tour from the St. Francis Church- the oldest church in India and explore the imposing Santa Cruz basilica built by the Portuguese. It will be fun to observe the iconic and still-in-use Chinese fishing nets and even try using them yourself. Stroll past the shops along Jew Street shopping for antiques & spices and also visit the Jewish Synagogue and the Dutch Palace. You will notice that the heritage zone of the city is amazingly well preserved. Later proceed towards Munnar, undoubtedly one among the most famous destinations of Kerala. Enjoy your days in sprawling tea plantations, pristine valleys and mountains of the lofty Western ghats. En-route visit Valara waterfalls. On arrival at Munnar, check-in at your hotel. Remaining time is at leisure till next morning. Stay overnight at your hotel.

180 min

3

After breakfast, spend the day in local sightseeing in Munnar. Munnar drives its name from the confluence of three mountain streams - Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundale. Close by is the Echo Point, which offers you a panoramic view and the thrill of hearing your voice echo. Popular sightseeing spots in Munnar that can be visited also include Poopara, Pothanmedu, Mattupetty Indo Swiss Project, Eravikulam Park. Overnight stay at the resort in Munnar.

420 min

4

After a picturesque drive reach Periyar National Park – one of the best jungles in South India. On arrival, check in at your hotel. Day free to participate in different activities. Stay overnight at your resort.

60 min

5

Morning you will be driven to Alleppey. Alleppey, rightly stakes claim to its nickname 'Venice of the East', with its meandering lagoons, coconut trees, endless rows of paddy fields. On arrival, you will be transferred straightway to your backwaters resort. Alleppey is an ideal base to experience the beaches and backwaters. During the day you will visit Coir factory and Krishna Temple. Stay overnight at your resort.

180 min

6

Breakfast at the resort. After breakfast checkout from your backwaters resort and you will be driven to Kovalam. On arrival, check in at your resort. Day free for your own activities. Optional Activities:- Ayurveda Massage Course. Overnight stay at your resort.

600 min

7

Day at leisure or you may visit Trivandrum city & markets during the day. You may visit Shri Chitra Art Gallery, Veli Tourist village, Aakulam boat club and Shangmugham Beach during the day. Overnight stay at your resort.

180 min

8

At appropriate time checkout and you will be transferred straight to Trivandrum International airport for your flight back home with sweet and unforgettable memories. Tour ends.

600 min

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Wheelchair accessible
Reachable by public transport
Infant seats are available
Wheelchair-accessible transport
Wheelchair-accessible surfaces throughout
Suitable for all fitness levels
Booking confirmation is provided when reserved
Tour requires good weather; cancellations due to weather offer rescheduling or full refund
This is a private tour arranged exclusively for the booked group
Tour price excludes peak season surcharge of 30% from December 20 to January 8
Christmas and New Year’s Eve gala dinner charges are not included
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