9 Nights 10 days
26
3+
Cochin by international flight.
Duration: 9 Nights / 10 Days
Destinations Covered: Cochin → Munnar → Periyar → Kumarakom → Thothapalli → Kovalam → Trivandrum
Travel Style: Romantic, Cultural & Relaxing
Brand: ChaloTravellers
Begin your new journey together in God’s Own Country with ChaloTravellers. From colonial coastal towns and misty tea-covered mountain peaks to tranquil backwater houseboat cruises and sun-kissed golden beaches, this 10-day honeymoon itinerary offers the perfect blend of romance, heritage, and tropical relaxation.
Cultural Beginnings in Cochin: Private sunset boat cruise, authentic Kathakali dance performance, historic Dutch Palace, Jew Town, and famous Chinese Fishing Nets.
Misty Romance in Munnar: Walk through rolling tea plantations, explore Eravikulam National Park, and spot the endangered Nilgiri Tahr.
Wild Adventures in Periyar: Guided spice garden tours and a morning lake boat safari looking for wild elephants, tigers, and exotic birdlife.
Idyllic Backwater Cruise: Overnight stay on a private traditional Kettuvallam houseboat drifting from Kumarakom to Thothapalli.
Beachside Bliss in Kovalam: Unwind at crescent-shaped beaches with dedicated leisure days for couple massages, watersports, or breathtaking ocean sunsets.
Morning / Afternoon: Arrive at Cochin Airport. Receive a traditional Swagat (welcome) from our ChaloTravellers representative, followed by a smooth transfer and check-in at your hotel.
Late Afternoon: Embark on a scenic sunset boat cruise along Cochin’s historic natural harbor.
Evening: Witness Kerala's legendary classical dance form, Kathakali, during a captivating live performance.
Overnight: Stay at hotel in Cochin.
09:00 AM: Depart for a half-day heritage tour of Cochin—a coastal city influenced by Middle Eastern, Dutch, Portuguese, and British traders.
Sightseeing: Visit St. Francis Church, Dutch Palace (Mattancherry), Jew Town, the historic Jewish Synagogue (built in 1568), aromatic spice markets, and the iconic Chinese Fishing Nets.
Afternoon: Drive toward Munnar (approx. 4 hours). Enjoy scenic mountain roads adorned with roaring waterfalls, tea estates, and low-flying clouds.
Overnight: Stay at resort in Munnar. (B)
Morning: Confluence of three mountain streams (Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni, and Kundala) at 1,600m above sea level, Munnar is South India's premier hill station. Post breakfast, explore sprawling emerald tea estates and visit Eravikulam National Park to spot the rare Nilgiri Tahr (mountain goat). (Note: Park is closed during Jan–Feb).
Afternoon & Evening: Rest of the day at leisure to walk through quaint winding lanes, enjoy local tea tasting, or relax at your resort.
Overnight: Stay at resort in Munnar. (B)
Morning: Enjoy breakfast before driving to Periyar (Thekkady), South India’s most famous wildlife sanctuary located along an attractive lakeside. Upon arrival, check-in to your resort with assistance from our team.
15:00 PM: Take a guided Spice Garden & Plantation Tour to smell, see, and learn about cardamoms, cinnamon, pepper, cloves, and vanilla in their natural element.
Overnight: Stay at resort in Periyar. (B)
06:30 AM: Early morning lake boat safari in Lake Periyar for wildlife viewing—keep an eye out for wild elephants, gaurs (bison), sambar deer, wild boars, and exotic aquatic birds along the shores.
08:30 AM: Return to the hotel for breakfast.
Late Morning: Drive to Kumarakom, located on the banks of the vast Vembanad Lake. Check-in to your lakeside resort and spend the evening relaxing by the backwaters.
Overnight: Stay at resort in Kumarakom. (B)
Morning: Visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, a haven for resident and migratory birds (cormorants, egrets, herons, and seasonal Siberian storks).
12:00 PM: Board your private deluxe Kettuvallam (traditional backwater houseboat). Cruise through tranquil palm-fringed canals from Kumarakom towards Thothapalli while observing local village life.
Overnight: Stay onboard the Houseboat. (B, L, D)
Morning: Enjoy breakfast onboard as the boat docks at Thothapalli. Disembark and drive south toward Kovalam—one of India's most famous beach destinations.
Afternoon: Check-in to your beach resort. Spend the remainder of the day soaking in the coastal charm and golden sunset.
Overnight: Stay at resort in Kovalam. (B)
Full Day: Free day to enjoy Kovalam at your own pace. Relax on the crescent-shaped beaches, try optional water sports, or indulge in an authentic Ayurvedic couple's massage.
Overnight: Stay at resort in Kovalam. (B)
Full Day: Another full day at leisure. Explore local lighthouse views, sample fresh seafood at beachfront cafes, or simply relax by the ocean waves.
Overnight: Stay at resort in Kovalam. (B)
Morning: Enjoy breakfast at the resort.
Transfer: Your ChaloTravellers team ensures a smooth, punctual transfer to Trivandrum Airport or Railway Station for your onward journey home. (B)
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It is a 9N | 10D trip with a 11-day itinerary. The full day-by-day plan is in the Itinerary above, and we can shorten or extend it to fit your dates.
This package includes 09 nights’ hotel accommodation on a twin-sharing basis across all destinations., Daily buffet breakfast at all hotels., All meals (Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner) prepared fresh onboard the Backwater Houseboat., Air-conditioned private vehicle for all airport/station transfers, inter-city drives, and scheduled sightseeing as per the itinerary., and more — see the full Inclusions list above. Flights and visas are quoted separately unless stated.
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