Christmas & New Year Tours from Kochi (Cochin) to Thiruvananthapuram

What our customers ask about Christmas & New Year Tours from Kochi (Cochin) to Thiruvananthapuram

• What's a typical day-by-day itinerary from Kochi to Thiruvananthapuram?

  Most 7-day tours start in Kochi where you'll explore Fort Kochi and see the famous Chinese fishing nets. You'll spend the next two days in Munnar visiting tea plantations, Eravikulam National Park, and Mattupetty Dam. On day 4, you'll head to Thekkady to spot wildlife at Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary and walk through spice plantations. Day 5 is a highlight - you'll sleep on a traditional houseboat in the Alleppey backwaters. The final two days are spent relaxing on Kovalam beach and visiting the impressive Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram before heading home. A TourRadar traveler put it well: "The itinerary was perfect with lots of attention to details. The hotels were excellent, very neat and tidy."

• How long do tours from Kochi to Thiruvananthapuram usually take?

  Most trips take between 7 and 12 days, but 8 days is the sweet spot. You'll typically spend 2 nights in Munnar, 1-2 nights in Thekkady near Periyar, one night on an Alleppey houseboat, and 2-3 nights in Kovalam before reaching Thiruvananthapuram. TourRadar travelers say 8 days gives you enough time to see both cultural sites and natural attractions without feeling rushed.

• What type of places will I stay in during the tour?

  You'll find a mix of 3 to 5-star hotels along the way. In Kochi, you might stay at places like The Dune Hotel or Casino Hotel. The real treat is spending a night on a traditional houseboat in Alleppey - you'll have your own private room on the water. When you reach Kovalam, beachfront properties like Harmonia Beach Resort and Vivanta by Taj are common choices. One TourRadar traveler noted: "The hotels were comfortable, with the one in Marari offering stunning views." Your stay usually includes breakfast every day and all meals during the houseboat portion.

• How far is it from Kochi to Thiruvananthapuram?

  The total journey covers about 550 kilometers (342 miles) when you include all the stops. Breaking it down: it's 130 km (81 miles) from Kochi to Munnar, another 98 km (61 miles) to Thekkady, then 128 km (80 miles) to Alleppey, and finally 159 km (99 miles) to reach Thiruvananthapuram via Kovalam. TourRadar travelers often mention how scenic the drive is, with one saying "the journey itself is scenic with lush greenery and glimpses of the backwaters accompanying you along the way."

• What are the main places I'll visit between Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram?

  Your journey takes you through Kerala's most beautiful spots. You'll start at Fort Kochi with its historic Chinese fishing nets, then head up to Munnar's rolling tea plantations and Eravikulam National Park. Next, you'll visit Thekkady's Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary where you might spot elephants and tigers. One of the highlights is Alleppey, where you'll float through Kerala's famous backwaters on a houseboat. The trip ends at Kovalam's beaches near Thiruvananthapuram. As one TourRadar traveler said: "Kerala with its palm fringed backwaters, picturesque hill stations, abundant wildlife, vibrant culture, and rich heritage is truly God's own Country."