12-Day Complete Kerala Journey – Kochi, Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey, Marari, Varkala & Trivandrum

Arrive at Kochi Airport, railway station or your confirmed pickup point and meet your private driver. Depending on arrival time, explore selected Fort Kochi and Mattancherry attractions such as the Chinese Fishing Nets, St. Francis Church, Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica, Mattancherry Palace, Jew Town and the historic spice-trading quarter. Return to your hotel and relax after the journey. Overnight: Kochi

After breakfast, depart Kochi for Munnar. Travel through changing lowland and mountain scenery as the route climbs into the Western Ghats. Stop at selected waterfall viewpoints such as Cheeyappara and Valara when weather and access conditions permit. Continue through spice-growing areas and tea plantation landscapes before arriving in Munnar. Check in and enjoy the cooler hill-country atmosphere. Overnight: Munnar

Spend a full day exploring Munnar and its surrounding tea-country landscapes. Selected sightseeing can include Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, Kundala area, tea plantation viewpoints and other local attractions according to opening schedules, traffic and weather. A tea-related experience can also be included when confirmed in advance. Overnight: Munnar

After breakfast, leave Munnar and travel toward Thekkady through mountain roads, plantation areas and spice-growing landscapes. Arrive in the Periyar region and check in to your hotel. Depending on arrival time, an optional spice plantation visit, cultural performance or other local experience can be arranged. Overnight: Thekkady

Enjoy a more relaxed day in Thekkady. Choose from available Periyar-area nature activities, plantation experiences or cultural programs according to the selected package and operating schedules. The additional night allows travelers to experience Thekkady without immediately continuing to the next destination. Overnight: Thekkady

Depart Thekkady after breakfast and travel toward Alleppey, descending from the highlands toward Kerala’s backwater region. On arrival, check in to your confirmed private houseboat, backwater resort or hotel. Enjoy the waterways, coconut-lined canals, paddy landscapes and traditional village scenery according to the selected backwater program. Overnight: Alleppey

Enjoy a relaxed morning around Alleppey before continuing to Marari / Mararikulam on Kerala’s Arabian Sea coast. Check in to your beach accommodation and spend the rest of the day at leisure. Walk along the beach, relax at the resort or enjoy the quieter coastal atmosphere. Overnight: Marari

Enjoy a full leisure day at Marari. This day is intentionally kept less structured after the hill and backwater portion of the journey. Spend time at the beach, relax at your accommodation or add an optional local village, wellness or coastal experience according to your interests. Overnight: Marari

After breakfast, depart Marari and travel south toward Varkala. Arrive at this distinctive coastal destination and check in to your hotel or resort. Spend the evening around Varkala Cliff and the beach, enjoying views over the Arabian Sea. Overnight: Varkala

Enjoy a relaxed day in Varkala. Spend time at the beach and cliff area or explore selected nearby attractions. An Ayurvedic wellness experience, local sightseeing or additional beach time can be arranged according to your preferences. This second night provides a slower coastal experience before continuing to Trivandrum. Overnight: Varkala

After breakfast, travel from Varkala to Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum). Depending on your interests, arrival time and attraction access, enjoy selected city sightseeing before checking in to your hotel. The final evening is kept convenient for travelers preparing for the next day’s departure. Overnight: Trivandrum

After breakfast, check out from your hotel. Your private driver will transfer you to Trivandrum International Airport, railway station or another confirmed departure point according to your onward travel schedule.