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Southern Mountains and Wild life

Munnar, Kumarakom, Varkala, Thiruvananthapuram or Trivandrum
Duration

7 Nights / 8 Days

Tour Type

Customized

Tour Category

Domestic Tours, South

Kerala and Tamil Nadu, two vibrant states in southern India, are celebrated for their rich culture, stunning landscapes, and unique traditions. Kerala, known as “God’s Own Country,” is famous for its lush backwaters, tea plantations, and traditional art forms like Kathakali. Its natural beauty, Ayurveda, and festivals like Onam attract visitors from around the world. Neighboring Tamil Nadu is renowned for its ancient Dravidian temples, including the iconic Meenakshi Temple in Madurai, classical dance form Bharatanatyam, and historical hill stations like Ooty. Both states boast a diverse cuisine, tropical beaches, and a warm, welcoming culture that offers travelers an immersive experience of India’s heritage.

Highlights

Munnar, Kumarakom, Varkala, and Trivandrum are some of Kerala's most popular tourist destinations, each offering unique attractions. Munnar is a hill station famed for its lush tea plantations, misty mountains, and scenic landscapes, making it a paradise for nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts. Visitors come for the picturesque views, Eravikulam National Park, and waterfalls like Attukal and Lakkam, which enhance Munnar’s charm. Kumarakom, nestled by the Vembanad Lake, is known for its serene backwaters, houseboat cruises, and rich birdlife at Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, offering a tranquil escape into Kerala’s natural beauty.

Varkala is popular for its stunning cliffs overlooking the Arabian Sea, golden beaches, and vibrant nightlife. Its Papanasam beach is believed to have holy waters that cleanse sins, making it both a spiritual and leisure destination. Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram), the state capital, combines urban attractions with historical sites, such as the Padmanabhaswamy Temple, renowned for its ancient architecture and religious significance. Kovalam Beach nearby draws sunseekers and surfers, while the city’s museums and art galleries showcase Kerala's rich culture. These destinations highlight Kerala's diversity, from lush hills to tranquil lakes, golden beaches, and historic temples.


1st Day: Cochin to Munnar - Arrival & Transfer

Arrival at Cochin airport/ railway station, meet and assistance.Transfer to Munnar . Munnar is 1800 mts above sea level and also the place of South India's highest peak (Anamudi - 2695 mts). On the way visit Valara, On the way, visit Valara and Cheeyappara waterfalls; both of these are seasonal attractions, along with tea plantations. On arrival at Munnar, transfer to the Hotel. Check in at Hotel. Afternoon visit Rajamala (Eravikulam National Park), the best place to see Nilgiri Tahr (Hemitragus Hilarious) - the mountain goat of South India & Tea Museum . Evening have a short visit to Munnar town. You can see the beautiful tea estates like a green paradise.overnight at the hotel.

2nd Day: Munnar - Full Day Sightseeing

Morning after breakfast full day visit to Munnar. Mattupetty dam, Echo Point, Kundala Dam, Pothamedu View Point, Blossom Park etc are some of the highlights of the sightseeing. Shopping & overnight at the hotel in Munnar.

3rd Day: Munnar to Kumarakom - Transfer & Sightseeing

After breakfast checkout from the hotel and drive to Kumarakom, on arrival check in to the hotel. Proceed for local Sightseeing (if time permits) else day at leisure or own activities and overnight stay at Kumarakom. A vibrant backwater hamlet, Kumarakom is a tiny hamlet perched on the western banks of the Vembanad Lake - a stretch of backwater spread over 900 sq. kms. The hamlet clings to tradition and the local population prefers to live adhering to their old ways. Yet every modern amenity is available with a dash of tradition and culture interwoven into the fabric of everyday life and it's truly fascinating to observe as you glide past them in your canoe, motorboat or houseboat, a perfect example of give and take with mother nature. Sightseeing in Kumarakom: Vembanad Lake, Bird Sanctuary.

4th Day: Kumarakom - Full Day Sightseeing

You are at leisure on this day to enjoy the backwater paradise at its best. Enjoy a visit to the nearby bird sanctuary; an ornithologist's paradise is a favorite haunt of migratory birds like the Siberian stork, egret, darter, heron and teal. Overnight stay at Kumarakom.

5th Day: Kumarakom to Varkala - Transfer and Sightseeing

After breakfast, drive to Varkala, Check in at the hotel, evening visit beach/ own activities . Overnight stay at Varkala

6th Day: Varkala - Full Day Sightseeing (Jatayu Rocks Visit)

Varkala - a small, peaceful place just 51 km from Trivandrum international airport and 176 km from Cochin international Airport. Varkala's main beach, Papanasam is long and golden with a stunning backdrop of red laterite cliffs from which healing mineral water springs forth. Varkala is flanked by endless beaches to the north and south. Varkala's Temple Junction is home to the ancient Janardhanaswamy Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu that was largely rebuilt in the 13th century. Sightseeing Places in Varkala : Papanasam Beach And Janardhanaswamy Temple

7th Day: Varkal to Trivandrum - Kanyakumari Day Visit

Day trip to Kanyakumari - Captivating Kanyakumari the southernmost end of Tamilnadu and the lands end of India is one of the most popular tourist spots of the country. The beautiful town on the very tip of the Indian Peninsula is set on the confluence of the Bay of Bengal, the Arabian Sea and the Indian Ocean. The town is at its best during Chaitra Poornima (full moon day in April), when the Sun and Moon are face to face at the same horizon. Other full moon days are also special when you can see the sunset and the moon rise almost simultaneously. Sightseeing in Kanyakumari: Vivekananda Rock, Kanyakumari Devi Temple"

8th Day: Trivandrum - Departure

Check out of the resort and drive to Trivandrum airport. Board the flight to your onward destination, feeling content about a wonderful holiday you spent in “God’s Own Country.” Our services end after you are dropped off at Trivandrum airport.

Munnar

Elysium Garden Hill Resort Or Similar

Kumarakom

Kumarakom Heritage Resort Or Similar

Varkala

Hindustan Beach Retreat Or Similar

Thiruvananthapuram

Biverah Hotel & Suites Or Similar

  • Inclusions

  • Accommodation in the mentioned in the hotel section.
  • Meal Plan As Mentioned In The Hotel Section.
  • Transfers and sightseeing by chosen vehicle As Per Given Itinerary.
  • Driver's bata, toll, parking, driver's night halt, fuel charges. (Applies if the vehicle is included in the package)
  • All transfers and sightseeing by AC Transport as per the itinerary inclusive of toll, parking & driver’s batta ( from garage to garage 8 am – 8 pm)
  • All presently Applicable Govt Taxes. ( until mentioned as it is exclusive )
  • Exclusions

  • Any Airfare / Train Fare Entrances fees / Monument Chargers /Tips and porter charges.
  • Expenses of personal nature such as drinks, telephone, Ayurveda massage and laundry bills etc.
  • Any boating charges (motor boat / pedal boat).
  • Any additional expenses incurred due to any flight delay or cancellation, weather conditions, political closures, technical faults etc
  • Early Check-in / Late Check-out
  • Any additional expenses incurred due to any flight delay or cancellation, weather conditions, political closures, technical faults, natural calamities etc.
  • NOTE: Anything not in inclusions is excluded

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