Kerala Highlights Tour from Ernakulam 7D/6N

Daywise Itinerary

Day 1: Ernakulam → Munnar

• Pickup Point: Ernakulam Railway Station / Cochin Airport
• Destination: Munnar
• Distance: Approx. 125–135 km
• Travel Time: 4–5 hours

Your Kerala Highlights Tour starts after pickup from Ernakulam Railway Station or Cochin Airport. Our representative will receive you at the pickup point and assist with your transfer to Munnar.

The drive to Munnar offers a refreshing start with green hills, tea garden views, waterfalls, and peaceful road scenery. Travelers can stop at Cheeyappara Waterfalls and Valara Waterfalls for photos and a short break.

After reaching Munnar, check in to the hotel and relax after the journey. The evening is free to enjoy the cool weather and calm hill surroundings.

Places Covered:

• Cheeyappara Waterfalls
• Valara Waterfalls
• Tea garden views

Overnight Stay: Munnar

Day 2: Munnar Sightseeing

• Pickup Point: Hotel in Munnar
• Destination: Munnar
• Local Travel Distance: 40–60 km approx.
• Travel Time: Full Day Sightseeing

After breakfast, start your Munnar sightseeing tour and visit the popular attractions of this beautiful hill station. Travelers can enjoy tea gardens, green valleys, lakes, dams, parks, and fresh mountain air during the day.

Visit Eravikulam National Park, Tea Museum, Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, Kundala Lake, and Blossom Park. These places offer peaceful views, photo spots, and a relaxed travel experience.

After sightseeing, return to the hotel and relax. The evening is free to enjoy the calm hill atmosphere or explore the nearby local market.

Places Covered:

• Eravikulam National Park
• Tea Museum
• Mattupetty Dam
• Echo Point
• Kundala Lake
• Blossom Park
• Tea garden views
• Munnar local market

Overnight Stay: Munnar

Day 3: Munnar → Thekkady

• Pickup Point: Hotel in Munnar
• Destination: Thekkady
• Distance: Approx. 90–100 km
• Travel Time: 3–4 hours

After breakfast, check out from the hotel in Munnar and start your journey towards Thekkady. The route is peaceful and scenic, with spice garden views, green hills, small towns, and natural surroundings.

After reaching Thekkady, check in to the hotel and relax for some time. Later, visit a spice plantation and explore the local spice market, where travelers can see Kerala’s famous spices and local products.

You can also spend time near the Periyar Lake area and enjoy the calm forest-side atmosphere of Thekkady.

Places Covered:

• Spice Plantation
• Periyar Lake area
• Local spice market
• Thekkady local area

Overnight Stay: Thekkady

Day 4: Thekkady → Alleppey Houseboat

• Pickup Point: Hotel in Thekkady
• Destination: Alleppey
• Distance: Approx. 140–160 km
• Travel Time: 4–5 hours

After breakfast, check out from the hotel in Thekkady and start your journey towards Alleppey. The route takes travelers from spice plantation surroundings to Kerala’s peaceful backwater region.

After reaching Alleppey, check in to your houseboat and begin a calm backwater cruise. Travelers can enjoy quiet canals, coconut trees, village homes, paddy fields, and beautiful water views.

Meals will be served on the houseboat as per the selected plan. In the evening, the houseboat will stop at a safe location for the overnight stay.

Places Covered:

• Alleppey Backwaters
• Houseboat cruise
• Village canal views
• Coconut tree views
• Paddy field views
• Backwater sunset view

Overnight Stay: Alleppey Houseboat

Day 5: Alleppey Houseboat → Kovalam

• Pickup Point: Alleppey Houseboat
• Destination: Kovalam
• Distance: Approx. 160–180 km
• Travel Time: 4.5–5.5 hours

After breakfast, check out from the houseboat and start your journey towards Kovalam. The route takes travelers from the calm backwaters of Alleppey to the beautiful beachside region of South Kerala.

After reaching Kovalam, check in to the hotel and relax for some time. Later, visit the nearby beach areas and enjoy sea views, fresh air, and peaceful coastal surroundings.

In the evening, travelers can spend time at Kovalam Beach, Lighthouse Beach, or Hawa Beach and enjoy a relaxed beach experience.

Places Covered:

• Kovalam Beach
• Lighthouse Beach
• Hawa Beach
• Beachside local market

Overnight Stay: Kovalam

Day 6: Kovalam → Cochin

• Pickup Point: Hotel in Kovalam
• Destination: Cochin
• Distance: Approx. 210–230 km
• Travel Time: 5.5–6.5 hours

After breakfast, check out from the hotel in Kovalam and start your journey towards Cochin. The drive takes travelers from the beachside beauty of Kovalam to the heritage city charm of Cochin.

After reaching Cochin, check in to the hotel and relax for some time. Later, visit famous sightseeing places known for old streets, sea views, historic buildings, and local market areas.

In the evening, return to the hotel and spend your last night in Kerala at leisure.

Places Covered:

• Fort Kochi
• Chinese Fishing Nets
• Mattancherry Palace
• Jewish Synagogue
• St. Francis Church
• Marine Drive
• Local market area

Overnight Stay: Cochin

Day 7: Cochin → Ernakulam Departure

• Pickup Point: Hotel in Cochin
• Drop Point: Ernakulam Railway Station / Cochin Airport
• Distance: Approx. 30–40 km
• Travel Time: 1–1.5 hours

After breakfast, check out from the hotel in Cochin and get ready for your return journey. Travelers can relax at the hotel or visit a nearby local market depending on the departure schedule.

Later, our driver will drop you at Ernakulam Railway Station or Cochin Airport for your onward journey.

Places Covered:

• Nearby local market

Tour Ends with Happy Memories

Package Highlights

• 7 Days / 6 Nights Kerala tour from Ernakulam
• Explore Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey with a houseboat stay, Kovalam, and Cochin.
• Pickup and drop services are available from Cochin Airport or Ernakulam Railway Station.
• Enjoy Munnar sightseeing, including tea plantations, peaceful lakes, scenic dams, and hill viewpoints.
• Thekkady visit with spice plantation and Periyar Lake area
• Alleppey houseboat stay with peaceful backwater cruise
• Kovalam beach stay with sea views and relaxed time
• Cochin sightseeing with heritage places and local markets
• Private cab for transfers and sightseeing
• Suitable for families, couples, friends, and small groups

Cost Includes

• Hotel stay in Munnar, Thekkady, Kovalam, and Cochin with breakfast
• Alleppey houseboat stay with meals as per plan
• Private cab for transfers and sightseeing
• Pickup and drop from Ernakulam Railway Station / Cochin Airport
• Sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary
• Driver allowance, fuel, parking, and toll charges
• Basic travel assistance during the trip

Cost Excludes

• Flight or train tickets to Kerala
• Entry tickets at sightseeing places
• Meals not mentioned in the inclusions
• Personal expenses, shopping, snacks, laundry, and tips
• Boating, cultural shows, guide charges, or optional activities
• Camera fees, special permits, or extra services
• Travel insurance and medical expenses
• Anything not clearly mentioned in the inclusions

FAQs about Kerala Highlights Tour from Ernakulam 7D/6N

Q1. What is included in Kerala Highlights Tour from Ernakulam 7D/6N?

This package includes hotel stays, Alleppey houseboat stay, private cab, sightseeing as per itinerary, pickup, drop, and basic travel assistance.

Q2. From where does this Kerala tour start?

The tour starts from Ernakulam Railway Station or Cochin Airport with a private transfer to Munnar.

Q3. Where does this tour end?

The tour ends with a drop at Ernakulam Railway Station or Cochin Airport.

Q4. Which destinations are covered in this 7-day itinerary?

This itinerary covers Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey Houseboat, Kovalam, and Cochin.

Q5. What is the stay plan for this package?

The stay plan includes 2 nights in Munnar, 1 night in Thekkady, 1 night in Alleppey Houseboat, 1 night in Kovalam, and 1 night in Cochin.

Q6. What sightseeing places are covered in Munnar?

Munnar sightseeing includes Eravikulam National Park, Tea Museum, Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, Kundala Lake, Blossom Park, tea garden views, and local market areas.

Q7. What can travelers enjoy in Thekkady?

Travelers can visit spice plantations, explore the local spice market, spend time near the Periyar Lake area, and enjoy peaceful nature views.

Q8. Is Alleppey houseboat stay included in this tour?

Yes, this package includes 1 night stay in an Alleppey houseboat with meals as per the selected houseboat plan.

Q9. Is Kovalam included in this Kerala tour from Ernakulam?

Yes, Kovalam is included for a beach stay where travelers can enjoy Kovalam Beach, Lighthouse Beach, Hawa Beach, and relaxed coastal time.

Q10. What places are covered in Cochin sightseeing?

Cochin sightseeing includes Fort Kochi, Chinese Fishing Nets, Mattancherry Palace, Jewish Synagogue, St. Francis Church, Marine Drive, and local market areas.

Q11. Is this package suitable for families and couples?

Yes, this package is suitable for families, couples, friends, and small groups looking for a complete Kerala trip with hills, backwaters, beaches, and sightseeing.

Q12. Are entry tickets and activity charges included?

No, entry tickets, boating charges, guide charges, camera fees, and optional activity costs are not included unless mentioned separately.