Itinerary
- Day 1
Trivandrum to Kovalam
You'll land at Trivandrum airport and get picked up for the drive to your beachfront hotel in Kovalam. After you check in, the rest of the day is yours to relax on the beach or walk around the local area and get a feel for the place.
Optional Activities
- Explore vibrant local surroundings of Kovalam
- Relax on Kovalam Beach
Landmarks/POIs Kovalam Beach - Day 2
Kovalam
Start the morning with breakfast at your hotel, then take a city tour of Trivandrum. You'll stop at Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, check out the Napier Museum and art galleries, drive along the coastal road, and pass by Shankumugham Beach and Kovalam Beach before heading back to your hotel by the shore.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple
- Visit Napier Museum
- Visit Kuthira Malika
- Visit Sri Chitra Art Gallery
- Drive along scenic coastal road
- Visit Shankumugham Beach
- Visit Kovalam Beach
Landmarks/POIs Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple Napier Museum Kuthira Malika Sri Chitra Art Gallery Shankumugham Beach Kovalam Beach - Day 3
Kovalam to Kanyakumari
After breakfast, drive to Kanyakumari and settle in. You'll visit Kanyakumari Temple, Gandhi Mandapam, and Vivekananda Memorial to see the spiritual side of the area. Later, stop at Padmanabhapuram Palace, watch the sunset from India's southernmost point, and have time to shop at local markets.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Kanyakumari Temple
- Visit Gandhi Mandapam
- Visit Vivekananda Memorial
- Watch sunset from Kanyakumari
- Visit Padmanabhapuram Palace
Optional Activities
- Local shopping for seashell crafts
Landmarks/POIs Kanyakumari Temple Gandhi Mandapam Vivekananda Memorial Padmanabhapuram Palace - Day 4
Kanyakumari to Rameshwaram
Following breakfast, travel to Rameshwaram, an island with deep mythological roots. Check in and visit Ramanathaswamy Temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas. Walk through the long corridors and take in the detailed architecture, then have time to unwind and relax.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Ramanathaswamy Temple
- Explore temple corridors and architecture
Landmarks/POIs Ramanathaswamy Temple - Day 5
Rameshwaram to Madurai
Begin the day at Adam's Bridge, the legendary reef chain, then drive to Madurai. After checking in, walk through Meenakshi Sundareshwar Temple with its intricate sculptures, visit Tiruparankundram Murugan Temple and Tirumal Nayak's Palace, then catch the evening Aarti ceremony.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Adam's Bridge
- Visit Meenakshi Sundareshwar Temple
- Visit Tiruparankundram Murugan Temple
- Visit Tirumal Nayak's Palace
- Attend Aarti ceremony at Meenakshi Sundareshwar Temple
Landmarks/POIs Adam's Bridge Meenakshi Sundareshwar Temple Tiruparankundram Murugan Temple Tirumal Nayak's Palace - Day 6
Madurai to Periyar
Have breakfast, then head to Periyar and check into a jungle resort. You'll take a boat on Periyar Lake to look for elephants, gaur, and different birds. After that, visit a spice plantation where you can see and learn about cardamom, cinnamon, pepper, and other aromatic spices.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Boat ride on Periyar Lake
- Wildlife viewing in Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
- Spice plantation tour
Landmarks/POIs Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary Periyar Lake - Day 7
Periyar to Munnar
In the morning, explore Periyar with either a sunrise boat ride or forest trek. Later, drive to Munnar, a hill station nestled in tea country, and check in. Spend the evening around tea estates and rolling hills while you check out Mattupetty dam and Eravikulam National Park.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Sunrise boat ride in Periyar or forest trek
- Visit Mattupetty dam
- Visit Eravikulam National Park
- Tea estate exploration
Landmarks/POIs Mattupetty dam Eravikulam National Park - Day 8
Munnar
After breakfast, go to Pothamedu for wide-open views, then visit Mattupedi Dairy Farm and Echo Point. The day focuses on taking in the scenery and seeing the unique plants and animals that make Munnar special.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Pothamedu for panoramic views
- Visit Mattupedi Dairy Farm
- Visit Echo Point
- Explore Munnar flora and fauna
Landmarks/POIs Pothamedu Mattupedi Dairy Farm Echo Point - Day 9
Munnar to Kumarakom
After breakfast, travel through scenic landscapes to Kumarakom and settle in. Spend the day exploring this quiet village by Vembanad Lake, visit the bird sanctuary, check out the calm backwaters, and relax surrounded by nature.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit bird sanctuary
- Explore backwaters
- Village exploration
Landmarks/POIs Vembanad Lake Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary - Day 10
Kumarakom Backwaters
Board a traditional houseboat for a day on the backwaters. You'll see the tropical countryside, palm-lined waterways, and Chinese fishing nets. In the evening, go fishing and watch the sunset from the sun-deck.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Traditional houseboat journey through backwaters
- Witness tropical countryside and palm-fringed canals
- View Chinese fishing nets
- Evening fishing experience
- Sunset viewing from houseboat
Landmarks/POIs Vembanad Lake Backwaters - Day 11
Alleppey to Cochin
After breakfast, leave the houseboat and head to Cochin. Check in and walk through Fort Cochin's historic spots like St. Frances Church, Jewish Synagogue, and Dutch Palace. Later, watch a Kathakali dance performance in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Explore Fort Cochin
- Visit St. Frances Church
- Visit Jewish Synagogue
- Visit Dutch Palace
- Kathakali Dance performance
Landmarks/POIs Fort Cochin St. Francis Church Jewish Synagogue Dutch Palace - Day 12
Cochin to Airport
Start with a relaxed breakfast before wrapping up your Kerala trip. Depending on your flight time, your team will arrange the transfer to the airport, ending your nature and pilgrimage tour.
- Meals
- Breakfast
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