Kerala Nature Escape from Kolkata 7D/6N

Experience Love Amidst the Himalayas

Day 1: Cochin Airport / Ernakulam Railway Station → Munnar

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

This trip will start from Cochin Airport or Ernakulam Railway Station. After arrival, our representative will pick you up and assist you with the transfer to Munnar.

The journey to Munnar gives a refreshing start to your Kerala Nature Escape. The route passes through green hills, spice gardens, waterfalls, and beautiful plantation areas. On the way, you can stop at Cheeyappara Waterfalls and Valara Waterfalls for a short break and photos.

After reaching Munnar, check in to your hotel and relax. The evening is free for leisure. You can enjoy the cool weather, peaceful surroundings, and natural beauty of Munnar.

Places Covered:

• Cheeyappara Waterfalls
• Valara Waterfalls
• Spice plantation views
• Tea garden views
• Scenic hill route

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, proceed for a full-day sightseeing tour in Munnar. This day is planned to enjoy the natural beauty of Munnar with tea gardens, hills, lakes, dams, parks, and viewpoints.

Visit Eravikulam National Park and enjoy the beautiful hill views. Later, explore Tea Museum, Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, Kundala Lake, and Blossom Park. You can spend the day enjoying fresh air, green views, and peaceful surroundings.

Places Covered:

• Eravikulam National Park
• Tea Museum
• Mattupetty Dam
• Echo Point
• Kundala Lake
• Blossom Park

After sightseeing, return to the hotel and relax. The evening is free for leisure. You can enjoy the cool weather of Munnar or spend peaceful time at your stay.

Overnight Stay: Munnar

Day 3: Munnar → Thekkady

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

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and start your journey towards Thekkady. The drive offers beautiful views of hills, spice plantations, small towns, and green surroundings.

After reaching Thekkady, check in to your hotel and relax for some time. Later, proceed for local sightseeing and enjoy the natural beauty of Thekkady. You can visit spice plantation areas and explore the local market known for spices, tea, coffee, and handmade products.

Places Covered:

• Spice Plantation
• Periyar Lake area
• Local spice market
• Tea and coffee shops
• Nature views around Thekkady

In the evening, you may enjoy optional activities like Kathakali show, Kalaripayattu show, or elephant activity at your own cost.

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 by road

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and start your journey towards Alleppey. The route takes you from the green spice region of Thekkady to the calm backwater area of Kerala.

After reaching Alleppey, check in to your houseboat and begin your backwater cruise. Enjoy peaceful views of canals, coconut trees, paddy fields, village homes, and local life along the water route.

Places Covered:

• Alleppey Backwaters
• Houseboat cruise
• Village canal views
• Coconut tree views
• Paddy field surroundings

Spend the day relaxing on the houseboat and enjoy freshly prepared meals as per the houseboat plan. In the evening, the houseboat will halt at a safe location for the night.

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 by road

After breakfast, check out from the houseboat and start your journey towards Kovalam. The route takes you from Kerala’s peaceful backwaters to its beautiful coastal side.

After reaching Kovalam, check in to your hotel and relax for some time. Later, you can visit the nearby beaches and enjoy the calm sea views, soft sand, and relaxed beach atmosphere.

Places Covered:

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

Spend the evening at leisure near the beach. You can enjoy a peaceful walk, watch the sunset, or relax at your hotel.

Overnight Stay: Kovalam

Day 6: Kovalam Sightseeing

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

After breakfast, proceed for local sightseeing around Kovalam and nearby Trivandrum. This day is planned to enjoy Kerala’s beachside beauty, city attractions, temples, museums, and peaceful coastal views.

Visit the famous Padmanabhaswamy Temple from outside or as per temple entry rules. Later, explore Napier Museum, Sri Chitra Art Gallery, and nearby local places. You can also spend time at Kovalam Beach and enjoy the relaxed seaside atmosphere.

Places Covered:

• Padmanabhaswamy Temple
• Napier Museum
• Sri Chitra Art Gallery
• Kovalam Beach
• Lighthouse Beach
• Local market area

After sightseeing, return to the hotel and relax. In the evening, you can enjoy a peaceful walk near the beach or spend leisure time at your stay.

Overnight Stay: Kovalam

Day 7: Kovalam → Trivandrum Airport / Railway Station

• Pickup Point: Hotel in Kovalam
• Destination: Trivandrum Airport / Railway Station
• Distance: Approx. 15–20 km
• Travel Time: 30–45 minutes by road

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and get ready for your return journey. If time permits, you can enjoy a short walk near the beach or visit the nearby local market before departure.

Later, our driver will drop you at Trivandrum Airport or Trivandrum Railway Station for your onward journey to Kolkata.

Tour Ends with Happy Memories

Package Highlights

• 7 Days / 6 Nights Kerala Nature Escape from Kolkata
• Stay in Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey Houseboat, and Kovalam
• Pickup from Cochin Airport / Ernakulam Railway Station
• Drop at Trivandrum Airport / Railway Station
• Enjoy Munnar hills, tea gardens, waterfalls, and viewpoints
• Visit Thekkady spice plantations, Periyar Lake area, and local markets
• Experience a peaceful Alleppey houseboat stay with backwater views
• Explore Kovalam beaches and nearby Trivandrum attractions
• Enjoy a good mix of hills, greenery, backwaters, beaches, and city sightseeing
• Suitable for families, couples, friends, and small groups

Package Highlights

• 7 Days / 6 Nights Kerala Nature Escape from Kolkata
• Stay in Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey Houseboat, and Kovalam
• Pickup from Cochin Airport / Ernakulam Railway Station
• Drop at Trivandrum Airport / Railway Station
• Enjoy Munnar hills, tea gardens, waterfalls, and viewpoints
• Visit Thekkady spice plantations, Periyar Lake area, and local markets
• Experience a peaceful Alleppey houseboat stay with backwater views
• Explore Kovalam beaches and nearby Trivandrum attractions
• Enjoy a good mix of hills, greenery, backwaters, beaches, and city sightseeing
• Suitable for families, couples, friends, and small groups

Cost Includes

• Hotel stay in Munnar, Thekkady, and Kovalam with breakfast
• Alleppey houseboat stay with meals as per houseboat plan
• Private vehicle for transfers and sightseeing as per itinerary
• Pickup from Cochin Airport / Ernakulam Railway Station
• Drop at Trivandrum Airport / Railway Station
• Cochin to Munnar transfer by private vehicle
• Munnar local sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary
• Munnar to Thekkady transfer and local sightseeing
• Thekkady to Alleppey transfer and houseboat check-in
• Alleppey to Kovalam transfer by private vehicle
• Kovalam and Trivandrum sightseeing as per itinerary
• Driver allowance, fuel, parking, and toll charges
• Basic travel support during the trip

Cost Excludes

• Flight or train tickets from Kolkata to Kerala and return
• Entry fees at parks, museums, temples, viewpoints, and sightseeing places
• Meals not mentioned in the inclusions
• Boating, elephant activity, Kathakali show, or Kalaripayattu show charges
• Camera charges or special activity fees
• Personal expenses like shopping, laundry, tips, and snacks
• Optional sightseeing or extra vehicle usage
• Travel insurance
• Extra cost due to weather, road blocks, traffic, or delays
• Anything not listed in the cost includes

FAQs – Kerala Nature Escape from Kolkata 7D/6N

Q1. Is this Kerala Nature Escape suitable for families and couples?

Yes, this itinerary is suitable for families, couples, friends, and small groups who want to enjoy hills, backwaters, beaches, and nature in one Kerala trip.

Q2. How does this trip start from Kolkata?

Travelers can reach Kerala from Kolkata by flight or train. This trip will start from Cochin Airport or Ernakulam Railway Station.

Q3. Where does this Kerala tour end?

This tour ends with a drop at Trivandrum Airport or Trivandrum Railway Station.

Q4. Which destinations are covered in this itinerary?

This tour includes Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey Houseboat, Kovalam, and nearby Trivandrum sightseeing spots.

Q5. What is the stay plan for this 7D/6N Kerala tour?

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

Q6. What are the main places covered in Munnar?

Munnar sightseeing includes Eravikulam National Park, Tea Museum, Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, Kundala Lake, Blossom Park, tea gardens, and nearby viewpoints.

Q7. What can travelers enjoy in Thekkady?

Travelers can visit spice plantation areas, Periyar Lake area, local spice markets, tea and coffee shops, and nearby nature spots in Thekkady.

Q8. Is Alleppey houseboat included in this package?

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

Q9. What can travelers enjoy during the Alleppey houseboat stay?

Travelers can enjoy backwater canals, village views, coconut trees, paddy fields, peaceful surroundings, and freshly prepared meals on board.

Q10. What are the main places covered in Kovalam and Trivandrum?

The itinerary covers Kovalam Beach, Lighthouse Beach, Hawa Beach, Samudra Beach, Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Napier Museum, Sri Chitra Art Gallery, and local market areas.

Q11. Are flights or train tickets included in this package?

No, flight or train tickets from Kolkata to Kerala and return are not included unless clearly mentioned in the inclusions.

Q12. Are entry fees and activity charges included?

No, entry fees, boating charges, elephant activity, Kathakali show, Kalaripayattu show, camera charges, and special activity fees are not included unless mentioned in the inclusions.

Q13. What should travelers carry for this Kerala trip?

Travelers should carry comfortable clothes, walking shoes, beachwear, sunscreen, valid ID proof, personal medicines, and basic travel items.

Q14. What is the best time to book this Kerala Nature Escape?

October to March is a good time for pleasant weather. June to September is good for greenery, monsoon views, and a peaceful nature experience.