Day-wise Itinerary: Kerala Family Delight Package (06N / 07D)
Experience the perfect family vacation with our specially created Kerala Family Delight Package. Travel together across the misty hills of Munnar, venture through the dense green forests of Thekkady, cruise along the beautiful backwaters of Alleppey, and relax on the sunny sands of Kovalam for an unforgettable family getaway.
Day 1: Arrival in Cochin and Transfer to Munnar
Upon arrival at Cochin International Airport or railway station, you will be assisted and transferred towards the beautiful hill station of Munnar. The drive introduces you to Kerala’s green countryside, tea gardens and misty mountain scenery. En route, enjoy photo stops at Cheeyappara Waterfalls and Valara Waterfalls, subject to time and traffic conditions. On arrival in Munnar, check in to your hotel and relax for the evening.
Sightseeing / Activities:
- Assistance on arrival at Cochin Airport / Railway Station
- Scenic drive to Munnar
- Cheeyappara and Valara Waterfalls photo stops (subject to time)
Meal Plan: Breakfast included. Dinner available at additional cost.
Stay: Overnight stay in Munnar. Distance approx. 130 km, travel time approx. 3.5 hours.
Day 2: Full-Day Munnar Local Sightseeing
After breakfast, proceed for a full-day sightseeing tour of Munnar. Visit Mattupetty Dam and Lake, Echo Point, Nursery Garden, Photo Point, Eravikulam National Park, Anamudi Peak view area and the Tea Museum, subject to opening days and local conditions. In the evening, you may enjoy the spice and tea trail atmosphere before returning to the hotel for a comfortable overnight stay.
Sightseeing / Activities:
- Mattupetty Dam and Lake
- Echo Point and Photo Point
- Eravikulam National Park (subject to opening days)
- Tea Museum and Anamudi Peak view area
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Stay: Overnight stay in Munnar.
Day 3: Munnar to Thekkady
After breakfast, check out and proceed to Thekkady, famous for spice plantations, forest landscapes and the Periyar region. The route is scenic with mountain bends, plantation views, waterfalls and green valleys. On arrival, check in to the hotel and relax. Later, guests may explore Kumily spice market or choose optional activities such as Periyar boating, bamboo rafting, nature walk or cultural shows, subject to direct payment and availability.
Sightseeing / Activities:
- Scenic drive to Thekkady
- Kumily spice market
- Optional: Periyar boating, bamboo rafting, nature walk, cultural shows (direct payment)
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Stay: Overnight stay in Thekkady. Distance approx. 94 km, travel time approx. 3 hours.
Day 4: Thekkady to Alleppey
After breakfast, proceed to Alleppey, one of Kerala’s most loved backwater destinations. On arrival, check in to the hotel and enjoy local sightseeing. Alleppey is known for canals, boat races, coir products, backwater life and its relaxed coastal charm. You may visit Alleppey Beach, the old lighthouse area and other local attractions as per time availability.
Sightseeing / Activities:
- Drive to Alleppey
- Alleppey Beach and old lighthouse area
- Local backwater surroundings
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Stay: Overnight stay in Alleppey.
Day 5: Alleppey to Kovalam
After breakfast, check out and drive to Kovalam, a beautiful beach destination known for its calm bay, rocky coastline and relaxed tropical feel. On arrival, check in to the hotel. The rest of the day can be enjoyed at leisure by the beach or at the resort.
Sightseeing / Activities:
- Coastal drive to Kovalam
- Kovalam Beach and leisure time
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Stay: Overnight stay in Kovalam.
Day 6: Kovalam and Trivandrum Local Sightseeing
After breakfast, proceed for Trivandrum sightseeing. Visit the museum area and Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple surroundings, subject to temple rules, dress code and entry regulations. Later, return to Kovalam and spend the evening at leisure by the beach.
Sightseeing / Activities:
- Trivandrum museum area
- Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple surroundings (subject to timings)
- Kovalam Beach evening leisure
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Stay: Overnight stay in Kovalam.
Day 7: Departure from Kovalam to Cochin
After breakfast, check out and proceed towards Cochin Airport or railway station for your onward journey. If time permits, guests may stop for shopping or refreshments en route. Tour ends with beautiful memories of God’s Own Country.
Sightseeing / Activities:
- Breakfast and hotel check-out
- Drive to Cochin Airport / Railway Station
- Optional shopping stops (subject to time)
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Stay: Tour ends with cherished memories.
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Assistance upon arrival at Cochin Airport / railway station.
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Airfare, train fare or any transport not specifically mentioned in inclusions.
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Traditional hotel welcome with tea, coffee, kahwa or welcome drink, wherever provided by the hotel.
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GST at 5% extra as per current applicable taxes.
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02 nights accommodation in Munnar on double sharing basis with breakfast.
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Personal expenses such as laundry, tips, room service, shopping, beverages and telephone charges.
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01 night accommodation in Thekkady on double sharing basis with breakfast.
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Lunch, dinner and extra meals unless specifically included or purchased as add-on.
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01 night accommodation in Alleppey on double sharing basis with breakfast.
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Guide fee, camera fee, monument entrance fee, activity charges and optional tours.
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02 nights accommodation in Kovalam on double sharing basis with breakfast.
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Travel insurance, medical insurance, medicines, oxygen cylinder or emergency medical expenses.
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Return airport / railway transfers and sightseeing by vehicle as per selected category and group size.
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Additional cost due to flight delay, cancellation, road closure, weather, natural calamity or any factor beyond our control.
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Highly skilled driver-cum-guide for the journey.
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Vehicle usage after sightseeing hours, on leisure days or beyond the agreed itinerary.
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Local sightseeing as per itinerary and transfers between destinations.
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Anything not clearly mentioned under Package Inclusions.
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24-hour travel support from India Tours & Travels.
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First-aid kit and doctor-on-call assistance facility wherever available.
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| Destination | Standard | Deluxe | Super Deluxe | Premium | Nights |
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| Munnar | Green Cove/ Similar | Eastend Munnar/ Similar | Aranyaka Resorts/ Similar | Tea County/ Similar | 02 |
| Thekkady | Spice Residency/ Similar | Jungle Park Resorts/ Similar | Peppervine/ Similar | Cardamom Village Beach Resort/ Similar | 01 |
| Alleppey | Ripple Land/ Similar | Alleppey Prince Hotel/ Similar | Vembanad Village Backwater Resort/ Similar | Paloma Backwater Resort/ Similar | 01 |
| Kovalam | Opalo Kailas/ Similar | Sagara Beach Resort/ Similar | Aadisakththi Leisure Resort/ Similar | Uday Samudra Leisure Beach Hotel/ Similar | 02 |
Note: If the mentioned hotel is not available, a similar category hotel will be provided. Houseboat accommodation can be arranged at an additional cost, subject to availability.
| Number of Persons | Standard | Deluxe | Super Deluxe | Premium |
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| 02 Persons | ₹21,500 PP | ₹25,500 PP | ₹29,600 PP | ₹35,500 PP |
| 04 Persons | ₹16,650 PP | ₹20,800 PP | ₹24,950 PP | ₹30,800 PP |
| 06 Persons | ₹14,500 PP | ₹18,500 PP | ₹22,600 PP | ₹28,500 PP |
| 10 Persons | ₹14,300 PP | ₹18,400 PP | ₹22,550 PP | ₹28,450 PP |
| 12 Persons | ₹13,500 PP | ₹17,650 PP | ₹21,800 PP | ₹27,700 PP |
| Extra Person | ₹5,750 PP | ₹8,400 PP | ₹10,450 PP | ₹14,650 PP |
| Child Without Bed (CWNB) | ₹3,600 PP | ₹5,500 PP | ₹6,950 PP | ₹9,350 PP |
Note: Prices are per person in INR, based on double sharing. GST 5% extra as per current applicable taxes. Rates are not applicable during event, festive or peak surcharge periods unless specifically confirmed.
Kerala: God’s Own Country
Kerala, a narrow strip of land on the southwestern coast of India, has long been celebrated as God’s Own Country. Framed by the Arabian Sea on one side and the Western Ghats on the other, it offers an extraordinary diversity of landscapes, from misty tea hills and spice forests to palm-fringed backwaters and quiet beaches. The state is known for its high literacy, rich cultural traditions and warm hospitality.
Munnar: The Colonial Footholds of Tea Plantations
A trip through Munnar highlights its rich history, which dates back to the British colonial era when pioneering planters realised the commercial potential of the Kannan Devan hills. Originally inhabited by the Muthuvan tribal community, this mountain landscape transformed into a thriving agro-industrial hub under the leadership of European companies in the late 19th century. The structured terraced layouts visible today represent a long history of tea processing that has shaped the culture of this hill country.
Thekkady: The Maritime Spice Trade Legacy
Exploring the mountainous tracks of Thekkady brings travellers close to the historical heart of the world spice trade route. For thousands of years, global merchants from Roman, Arab and European empires crossed ocean routes to secure premium Malabar black pepper, cardamom and clove varieties cultivated in these high forest areas. The Periyar landscape reflects a long heritage of spice farming, where local growers still practise traditional methods passed down through generations.
Alleppey: The Geographic Evolution of Canal Networks
The coastal city of Alleppey, often called the Venice of the East, features an intricate network of inland canals built by visionaries like Diwan Raja Kesavadas in the late 18th century. Designed to boost regional trade by linking rural farming areas with maritime port facilities, these canals turned the wetlands into a bustling market hub. Today, these waterways support a unique local lifestyle centred around the scenic Vembanad backwaters, attracting travellers from across the globe.
Kovalam: The Modern Growth of a Beach Sanctuary
The golden crescent beaches of Kovalam rose to international prominence in the 1930s when the Maharani Sethu Lakshmi Bayi of Travancore built the Halcyon Castle here, turning the pristine fishing village into a premium retreat. Later, during the popular overland tourism boom of the 1970s, it transformed from a quiet coastal stretch into a world-famous leisure beach sanctuary. This history has made Kovalam an iconic symbol of coastal leisure and wellness in southern India.
Trivandrum and the Travancore Legacy
Trivandrum, now known as Thiruvananthapuram, was the capital of the erstwhile Travancore kingdom. The city is dominated by the Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple, one of the wealthiest and most sacred Vishnu temples in the world, built in the Dravidian style with a towering gopuram. The Napier Museum, Kuthiramalika Palace and the surrounding heritage precincts reflect the artistic and architectural patronage of the Travancore maharajas, making the city a rich cultural stop on any Kerala tour.
Kerala Cuisine and Ayurveda
Kerala cuisine is distinguished by its use of coconut, curry leaves, mustard seeds and a variety of spices. Signature dishes include appam with stew, puttu with kadala curry, fish molee, avial and the traditional Onam sadya served on a banana leaf. Ayurveda, the ancient Indian system of medicine, is deeply rooted in Kerala and has been practised here for over 3,000 years. Ayurvedic treatments and wellness retreats are a major attraction for visitors seeking relaxation and rejuvenation.
Culture, Festivals and Art Forms
Kerala has a rich cultural heritage expressed through its classical dance forms, martial arts and festivals. Kathakali, with its elaborate costumes and expressive gestures, is the most famous. Mohiniyattam, Theyyam and Kalaripayattu are equally important traditions. Major festivals include Onam, the harvest festival, and Vishu, the Malayali New Year. The state’s temple festivals, with their caparisoned elephants and drum ensembles, offer a vivid experience of Kerala’s living traditions.