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Kerala Hills, Backwaters & Beaches – 8 Days / 7 Nights

08D/ 07N

2N Munnar | 1N Thekkady | 1N Alleppey Houseboat | 2N Kovalam | 1N Trivandrum

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Accommodation
Inclusions
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Travel Itinerary

Your Journey with World Trip Plan Begins

As your much-awaited Kerala journey with World Trip Plan begins, our representative will welcome you at Cochin Railway Station as per your scheduled arrival time.

Upon arrival, meet our World Trip Plan representative, who will assist you with your transfer towards Munnar, one of Kerala’s most beautiful hill stations.

The journey from Cochin Railway Station to Munnar takes approximately 4–5 hours, covering around 125–135 km, depending on traffic and road conditions.

En route, enjoy the scenic drive through the lush green landscapes of Kerala, with beautiful views of waterfalls, tea plantations and winding mountain roads.

Upon reaching Munnar, complete the hotel check-in formalities and relax after your journey. The remaining time is at leisure to enjoy the peaceful surroundings of Munnar.

Later, enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel and get ready for the exciting Munnar sightseeing experience planned for the next day.

Meal: Dinner

Overnight Stay: Munnar

After breakfast, get ready to explore the beautiful attractions of Munnar.

Today, enjoy a full-day sightseeing tour covering some of the most popular places in and around Munnar. Visit the scenic Mattupetty Dam, enjoy the beautiful views of Mattupetty Lake, and explore the famous Echo Point surrounded by lush green hills.

Continue your sightseeing towards Kundala Lake, known for its peaceful surroundings and beautiful landscapes. You may also visit nearby tea plantations and viewpoints depending on the day's sightseeing schedule.

Spend the day enjoying Munnar’s cool climate, rolling hills and picturesque tea gardens.

Return to the hotel in the evening and relax.

Meal: Breakfast & Dinner

Overnight Stay: Munnar

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed towards Thekkady, the gateway to the famous Periyar region.

The journey from Munnar to Thekkady takes approximately 3–4 hours, covering around 90–100 km, depending on road and traffic conditions.

On the way, enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery, spice plantations and lush green landscapes of Kerala.

Upon arrival in Thekkady, complete the hotel check-in formalities and relax.

Later, you may explore the local market and spice shops. Optional activities such as Periyar Lake boating, Kathakali show, Kalaripayattu performance or spice plantation visit can be enjoyed at an additional cost, subject to availability.

Return to the hotel for a comfortable overnight stay.

Meal: Breakfast & Dinner

Overnight Stay: Thekkady

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed towards Alleppey, popularly known as the Venice of the East and famous for its beautiful backwaters.

The journey from Thekkady to Alleppey takes approximately 4–5 hours, covering around 140–150 km, depending on traffic and road conditions.

Upon arrival, proceed for your Houseboat check-in.

Enjoy a memorable houseboat experience as you cruise through the peaceful backwaters of Kerala, surrounded by coconut palms, paddy fields, village life and beautiful waterways.

Relax on board and enjoy the tranquil atmosphere of the Kerala backwaters.

Enjoy dinner on the houseboat followed by an overnight stay.

Meal: Breakfast & Dinner

Overnight Stay: Alleppey Houseboat

After breakfast, check out from the houseboat and proceed towards Kovalam, one of Kerala’s most popular beach destinations.

The journey from Alleppey to Kovalam takes approximately 3–4 hours, covering around 160 km, depending on traffic and road conditions.

Upon arrival in Kovalam, complete the hotel check-in formalities.

The rest of the day is at leisure. Relax at the hotel or spend some time enjoying the beautiful beaches of Kovalam.

You may visit Lighthouse Beach, Hawa Beach and Samudra Beach depending on the sightseeing schedule and available time.

Later, return to the hotel and enjoy a comfortable overnight stay.

Meal: Breakfast & Dinner

Overnight Stay: Kovalam

After breakfast, proceed for a day excursion to Varkala, a beautiful coastal destination famous for its dramatic cliffs and Arabian Sea views.

Visit the famous Varkala Cliff and enjoy the panoramic views of the sea. You may also explore the Papanasam Beach and the surrounding local market and temple area.

Spend some relaxing time by the beach and enjoy the unique coastal atmosphere of Varkala.

After sightseeing, proceed back to Kovalam.

Upon arrival, relax at the hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure.

Meal: Breakfast & Dinner

Overnight Stay: Kovalam

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed towards Trivandrum, the capital city of Kerala.

The journey from Kovalam to Trivandrum takes approximately 30–45 minutes, depending on traffic.

Upon arrival, proceed for Trivandrum sightseeing. Visit popular attractions such as the Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Napier Museum, Kuthiramalika Palace and other important city attractions, subject to sightseeing schedule and operational timings.

After sightseeing, proceed to the hotel and complete the check-in formalities.

Spend the evening at leisure and relax after the day's sightseeing.

Meal: Breakfast & Dinner

Overnight Stay: Trivandrum

After breakfast, check out from the hotel as per the hotel's check-out timings.

Our representative will assist you with your transfer from Trivandrum to Cochin Railway Station as per your scheduled train departure time.

The journey from Trivandrum to Cochin takes approximately 5–6 hours, covering around 200 km, depending on traffic and road conditions.

With this, your memorable Kerala Classic Escape with World Trip Plan comes to an end.

We hope you return home with beautiful memories of Kerala, its lush green landscapes, peaceful backwaters, scenic hill stations and beautiful beaches.

Meal: Breakfast

Tour Ends with Wonderful Memories of Kerala

Accommodation Details

City - Country	Night	Hotel
Munnar - India	02	Westwood Riverside or Similar
Thekkady - India	01	Hotel Elephant Route or Similar
Alleppey Houseboat - India	01	Premium House Boat
Kovalam - India	02	Jeevan Beach Resort or Similar
Trivandrum - India	01	Townhouse Oak Thiruvallam Lakeview or Similar

Tour Inclusions

Pickup from Cochin Railway Station and drop at Trivandrum Railway Station as per itinerary.
Accommodation in selected hotels / resorts on double or triple or Quad sharing basis.
1 Night Houseboat stay in Alleppey as per package.
Daily Breakfast & Dinner at the hotel/houseboat as mentioned in the itinerary.
All transfers and sightseeing by private air-conditioned vehicle as per the itinerary.
Vehicle will be provided according to the group size.
Driver allowance, fuel charges, parking charges and applicable toll taxes.
All sightseeing and transfers mentioned in the itinerary.
Assistance by World Trip Plan representative during arrival and departure.
Applicable hotel and transportation taxes.
All applicable government taxes as mentioned in the package.

Note: Optional activities such as boating, Kathakali, Kalaripayattu, adventure activities and other personal activities will be at additional cost, unless specifically mentioned as included in the package.

Tour Exclusion

Train tickets / airfare to Cochin Railway Station and from Trivandrum Railway Station.
Any meals other than those specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
Lunches during the tour.
Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, room service, shopping, tips and beverages.
Entry fees to monuments, museums, parks, attractions and sightseeing places unless specifically mentioned as included.
Optional activities such as boating, Kathakali show, Kalaripayattu, adventure activities and other experiences.
Camera/video charges at sightseeing places, wherever applicable.
Early check-in or late check-out charges.
Expenses arising due to flight/train delays, cancellations, roadblocks, weather conditions or other circumstances beyond the company's control.
Any additional transportation not mentioned in the itinerary.
Medical expenses, travel insurance and emergency expenses.
Any increase in government taxes, fuel prices, transportation costs or other charges after booking.
Anything not specifically mentioned under Tour Inclusions.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Policy
	Domestic Tours	International Tour
Number of days before departure from the date of receipt of your cancellation request	Amount of cancellation charges in % on total tour price must be paid by the Guest/s	Amount of cancellation charges in % on total tour price must be paid by the Guest/s
On Tour	100%	100%
on the day of departure	100%	100%
01 to 20 days	100%	100%
20 to 40 days	80%	80%
40 to 60 days	60%	60%
60 to 80 days	40%	40%
80 to 100 days	Registration Amount or 20% of tour cost whichever is higher	Registration Amount or 20% of tour cost whichever is higher
More than 100 days	Registration Amount or 20% of tour cost whichever is higher	Registration Amount or 20% of tour cost whichever is higher
Cancellation charges on additional service/deviation will be extra, GST will be applicable on cancellation charges. This is currently a non-refundable amount as per the components attached. In case of component change/amendment, the policy will change accordingly. Please note, TCS once collected is non-refundable in case of any cancellation/amendment. You can claim the TCS amount as an adjustment against income tax payable while filing income tax return. The cancellation charges shown are not inclusive of all taxes and applicable taxes will be added. The terms of the cancellation policy will not apply to any Indian festivals like Diwali, Holi, New Year, Krishna Janmashtami etc.

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Train Details – Jaipur to Ernakulam Jn (Kochi)
Details	Information
Boarding Point	Jaipur Railway Station
Destination	Ernakulam Jn Kochi
Train Name & No.	12978 Maru Sagar Exp
Departure	12:15 PM, Friday, Jaipur Junction
Arrival	5:45 AM, Sunday Ernakulam Jn Kochi
Journey Duration	41h 30m
Train Fare	SL Rs. 1,005/- pax.

Train Details – Jaipur to Ernakulam Jn (Kochi)
Details	Information
Boarding Point	Ernakulam Jn (Kochi)
Destination	Jaipur Railway Station
Train Name & No.	12977 Marusagar Sf Exp
Departure	06:50 PM, Sunday, Ernakulam Jn (Kochi)
Arrival	12:55 PM, Tuesday, Jaipur Junction
Journey Duration	42h 05m
Train Fare	SL Rs. 1,005/- pax.

Package Overview

Experience the diverse beauty of Kerala with our Kerala Hills, Backwaters & Beaches – 8 Days / 7 Nights tour. This carefully designed journey takes you through Kerala’s scenic hill stations, lush tea plantations, wildlife-rich landscapes, peaceful backwaters and beautiful beaches.

The tour begins with Cochin Railway Station pickup and covers Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey, Kovalam, Varkala and Trivandrum, before concluding with a comfortable drop at Cochin Railway Station.

Enjoy the breathtaking landscapes of Munnar, the natural beauty of Thekkady, a memorable Alleppey Houseboat experience, relaxing beach time in Kovalam and Varkala, and sightseeing in Trivandrum. With comfortable accommodation, meals, private transfers and sightseeing included as per the itinerary, this package offers a complete Kerala holiday experience for families, couples and groups.

Pickup: Cochin Railway Station
Drop: Cochin Railway Station
Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Route: Cochin - Munnar - Thekkady - Alleppey - Kovalam - Varkala - Trivandrum - Cochin

Tour Highlights

Scenic journey through the beautiful landscapes of Kerala
Explore the lush green tea plantations and hill stations of Munnar
Visit Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point and Kundala Lake
Experience the natural beauty and spice plantations of Thekkady
Enjoy a memorable Alleppey Houseboat stay
Cruise through Kerala's peaceful backwaters
Relax and explore the beautiful beaches of Kovalam
Day excursion to the scenic Varkala Cliff and Papanasam Beach
Explore the cultural and historical attractions of Trivandrum
Comfortable private AC vehicle for transfers and sightseeing
Convenient Cochin Railway Station pickup and drop
Daily Breakfast & Dinner as per the itinerary
7 Nights accommodation including a houseboat stay in Alleppey

Best Time to Visit

Kerala can be visited throughout the year, but the best time for this 8 Days / 7 Nights itinerary is October to March, when the weather is generally pleasant for sightseeing, hill-station visits, backwater experiences and beach activities.

October to March: Ideal for sightseeing, Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey, Kovalam and Varkala.
April to May: Warm weather; suitable for travellers looking for comparatively lower-season travel.
June to September: Monsoon season, offering lush green landscapes and a different Kerala experience, though rainfall can affect outdoor sightseeing and road travel.

Recommended Travel Season: October to March

How to Reach
By Air:	Guests travelling by flight can arrive at Cochin International Airport (COK). Airport-to-railway-station or direct transfer to Munnar can be arranged as per the package requirements.
By Train:	The tour starts with pickup from Cochin Railway Station (Ernakulam). Guests can reach Cochin by train from major cities across India. Our representative will meet you at the railway station and assist with the onward transfer to Munnar.
By Road	Cochin is well connected by road with major cities of Kerala and neighbouring states. Guests can also reach Kochi by bus or private vehicle and join the tour from the designated pickup point.
For Jaipur Joining Guests:	Guests who have selected Jaipur as their joining point must report at Jaipur Railway Station at the designated reporting time for the scheduled group departure.
Tour Pickup & Drop	Pickup: Cochin Railway Station, Drop: Cochin Railway Station
Note: Guests arriving by air or from a different location should coordinate their arrival details with World Trip Plan in advance for transfer arrangements.

Why Choose World Trip Plan?

Complete Travel Planning: Carefully planned itineraries covering Kerala's major attractions and experiences.
Comfortable Transfers: Private AC vehicle for transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary.
Handpicked Stays: Comfortable hotels and a memorable Alleppey Houseboat experience.
Transparent Inclusions: Clear details of inclusions and exclusions before booking.
Personalised Assistance: Support from our travel team before and during your journey.
Flexible Travel Options: Packages can be customised according to your travel dates, hotel category and requirements.
Local Experience: Explore Kerala's hill stations, backwaters, beaches and cultural attractions in one well-planned journey.
End-to-End Support: From Cochin Railway Station pickup to Cochin Railway Station drop, we coordinate your journey as per the itinerary.
Travel with Confidence: Our team stays connected with you throughout the tour for a smooth travel experience.

Frequently Asked Questions
1. How many days are enough for this Kerala tour?	This package is designed for 8 Days / 7 Nights, covering Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey, Kovalam, Varkala and Trivandrum.
2. Where does the Kerala tour start and end?	The tour starts and ends at Cochin Railway Station.
3. What is the pickup and drop point?	Pickup: Cochin Railway Station, Drop: Cochin Railway Station
4. Which destinations are covered in this package?	The tour covers Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey, Kovalam, Varkala and Trivandrum.
5. Is a houseboat stay included?	Yes. The package includes 1 Night stay in an Alleppey Houseboat, as mentioned in the itinerary.
6. What meals are included?	Breakfast and Dinner are included as mentioned in the itinerary. Lunch is not included unless specifically mentioned.
7. Is transportation included?	Yes. Transfers and sightseeing are provided by a private AC vehicle as per the itinerary.
8. Can the package be customised?	Yes. The itinerary, hotel category, travel dates and other requirements can be customised according to your preferences.
9. Are sightseeing entry tickets included?	Entry fees for monuments, museums, parks and other attractions are generally not included unless specifically mentioned under the package inclusions.
10. Are activities like boating and Kathakali included?	Optional activities such as boating, Kathakali, Kalaripayattu and other experiences are generally at an additional cost unless specifically mentioned as included.
11. What is the best time to visit Kerala?	October to March is generally considered a suitable period for this itinerary due to pleasant weather for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
12. Can guests join the tour from another location?	Yes. Guests can request an alternate joining point or airport pickup, subject to availability and additional transfer charges.
13. What happens if my train arrives early or departs late?	Guests should share their train details with World Trip Plan in advance. Any additional transfer, waiting, early check-in or late check-out requirements may be chargeable depending on the arrangements.
14. Is travel insurance included?	Travel insurance is not included unless specifically mentioned in the package.
15. What documents should I carry?	Guests should carry valid government-issued photo identification and their confirmed travel documents throughout the tour.