Kerala

Kochi, Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey & Kovalam

The classic Kerala circuit extended to the coast — colonial Fort Kochi, the tea hills of Munnar, Thekkady's wildlife-rich forests, a houseboat night on the Alleppey backwaters, and a beach finish at Kovalam's golden shores. Best travelled September through March, when the monsoon has cleared and the hills, backwaters, and coastline are all at their best.

Kovalam Beach, Kerala
7 – 12Nights, your choice
3Itinerary options
100%Customisable itineraries
24 hrsEnquiry response time
The Journey

One trail, five stops

  1. 1
    Kochi
  2. 2
    Munnar
  3. 3
    Thekkady
  4. 4
    Alleppey
  5. 5
    Kovalam
Signature Experiences

Moments you'll carry home

01

Fort Kochi heritage walk — Chinese fishing nets, Jew Town, and a Kathakali performance

02

Tea garden trails, a spice plantation visit, and a Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary boat safari

03

An overnight houseboat cruise on the Alleppey backwaters, ending in beach time at Kovalam

Choose Your Itinerary

Three ways to take this journey

Every trip is fully customisable — tap an option to open the day-by-day plan.

Itineraries are indicative and can be tailored to your pace, interests and budget.

Good to Know

Inclusions & exclusions

What your journey covers, and what to plan for separately.

What's included

Covered in your package

  • Accommodation as per your chosen itinerary
  • Ground transport as per the itinerary
  • Meals as marked in the plan (Breakfast, Dinner)
  • Sightseeing and experiences listed in the day-by-day plan
  • Planning support from the Viharasetu team before and during your trip

What's not included

Please plan for these separately

  • Flights and train tickets to and from your starting city
  • Meals not marked in the itinerary
  • Personal expenses such as shopping, laundry, tips and phone calls
  • Optional activities and anything marked optional in the plan
  • Travel insurance
  • Extra costs caused by events outside our control, such as weather or road closures

Inclusions and exclusions are indicative. The final list is confirmed in writing in your quote.

Destination Guide

What to see in each stop

Must-visit highlights are marked, so you always know where to begin.

01

Temples & Spiritual Sites

  • Ambalappuzha Sri Krishna Temple Must visit
  • St. Francis Church, Fort Kochi Must visit
  • Santa Cruz Basilica
  • Paradesi Synagogue
  • Mannarasala Nagaraja Temple
  • Vizhinjam Rock-Cut Cave Temple
02

Kochi

  • Chinese Fishing Nets Must visit
  • Fort Kochi Beach
  • Jew Town & Paradesi Synagogue
  • Mattancherry (Dutch) Palace
  • St. Francis Church
  • Kathakali performance
03

Munnar

  • Tea Plantations Must visit
  • Eravikulam National Park (Nilgiri Tahr)
  • Mattupetty Dam
  • Top Station Viewpoint
  • Tea Museum
04

Thekkady

  • Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary Must visit
  • Periyar Lake Boat Safari
  • Spice Plantation Tour
  • Bamboo Rafting
05

Alleppey

  • Backwater Houseboat Cruise Must visit
  • Vembanad Lake
  • Alleppey Beach
  • Kuttanad Village Canoe Tour
06

Kovalam

  • Kovalam Lighthouse Beach Must visit
  • Hawah Beach
  • Samudra Beach
  • Ayurvedic Spa & Wellness
Taste of Kerala

Food & Local Specialties

  • Kerala Sadya — traditional banana-leaf feast Must try
  • Karimeen Pollichathu (pearl spot fish)
  • Appam & Stew
  • Fresh seafood at Kovalam's beachside shacks
Find the Stops

The route on the map

Numbered in the order of the trip. Tap a marker for the place name.

  1. 1
  2. 2
    MunnarTea gardensOpen in Google Maps →
  3. 3
    ThekkadyPeriyar Tiger ReserveOpen in Google Maps →
  4. 4
    AlleppeyBackwatersOpen in Google Maps →
  5. 5

Map positions are approximate. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.

Plan Your Journey

Have questions about this trip?

Reach out to us directly — we'll shape the route, pace and stays around you.