Cochin → Munnar → Thekkady → Alleppey → Kovalam
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Kerala Tour Package with Kanyakumari
Tour Overview
Explore the gems of Southern India with our Kerala with Kanyakumari tour package. With this package, you get to experience the perfect combination of nature, serenity, and comfort. We prioritize personalized customer experiences and are dedicated to offering the perfect travel experience.
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Top Places to Visit in Kanyakumari and Tamil Nadu
Take a look at the best places to visit in Kanyakumari and Tamil Nadu.
Best Places in Kanyakumari
Vivekananda Rock Memorial
Situated on a small island, Vivekananda Rock Memorial is one of the most popular attractions of Kanyakumari. This statue was built in 1970 on the site where Vivekananda got enlightenment. It comprises Shripad Mandapam, which has a museum and a study hall.
Kanyakumari Beach
Kanyakumari beach is the confluence of three water bodies: the Indian Ocean, the Bay of Bengal, and the Arabian Sea. The beach is not ideal for surfing or swimming as it is rocky. The beach is related to Devi Kanyakumari and has an association with Bhagavathi Amman.
Kanyakumari Bhagavathy Amman Temple
Located on the seashore of Kanyakumari, Kumari Amman Temple is a famous spiritual site. The temple is built in honor of the goddess Devi Kanya Kumari, who can be seen standing with a book in her hand. It is believed to be one of the 51 Shakti Peethas.
Padmanabhapuram Palace
The Padmanabhapuram Palace was built in the sixteenth century, and it houses many unique artefacts and antiques. The unique thing about this palace is that it is made entirely from wood and adorned with wooden carvings. The palace houses many unique articles, such as brass lamps, stone sculpture and weapons.
Kanyakumari Wax Museum
The Kanyakumari Wax Museum offers visitors a chance to explore famous personalities' lifelike wax statues. You can see here a diverse collection of wax sculptures that depict political leaders, historical figures, cultural icons, and celebrities.
Best Places in Kerala
Munnar
With our Kerala with Kanyakumari tour package, you can visit Munnar, a scenic haven known for its lush greenery, tea estates, and viewpoints. This hill station is situated in the Idukki district and is known for the rare Neelakurinji flowers that only bloom once every twelve years, and the endangered Nilgiri Tahr.
Thekkady
Thekkady is a popular tourist attraction known for housing the largest Tiger Reserve in India- Periyar National Park. Here can enjoy bamboo rafting in Mullaperiyar Dam's catchment area. You can also enjoy night treks and go boating on the Periyar Lake.
Alleppey
Alleppey is renowned for its network of lagoons and canals with beautiful backwaters. It is situated in the southern part of Kerala, and its coastline offers some of the best beaches. It also has famous temples like Mullakkal Temple and Chettikulangara Devi Temple.
Kochi
Kochi is a port city lying in the southwest of India on the Malabar Coast. It has upmarket stores, heritage homes, art galleries, and the finest museums, such as the Kerala Folklore Museum and Hill Palace.
Varkala
Varkala is a coastal town renowned for the 15m high 'Northern Cliff' that lies adjacent to the Arabian Sea. It houses the Janardana Swami Temple and the samadhi of Sree Narayana Guru.
How to Reach Kanyakumari
You can reach Kanyakumari in the following ways.
By Rail
Kanyakumari Railway Station is the nearest railway station to Kanyakumari, situated around 4 Km from Kanyakumari City. It is a major junction and receives trains from many Indian cities.
By Air
Trivandrum International Airport is the nearest airport to Kanyakumari, situated at a distance of around 90 Km in Kerala. You can fly to Trivandrum, and then you can travel to Kanyakumari by taking a road trip. The Trivandrum International Airport has good connectivity to the major Indian cities and direct international flights from Singapore, the Middle East, the Maldives, and Sri Lanka.
By Road
Kanyakumari has good connectivity by roads, so travelling by bus or car is very convenient. Kanyakumari is connected by major national highways to the other parts of South India. By driving from your city or taking the deluxe or State local bus, you can reach Kanyakumari. The preferred way to explore Kanyakumari is by private taxi or car.
Travel Tips
Follow these tips for a smooth Kerala Kanyakumari trip.
- Plan a visit to Kerala and Kanyakumari accordingly. The period from October to March is considered to be the best season to visit Kerala and Kanyakumari for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
- When visiting temples and sacred attractions, dress modestly.
- Respect the environment, support local craft, and avoid plastic. In villages, you should opt for community-based tourism initiatives.
Trip Highlights
- Exciting Munnar excursions
- Visit to the Eravikulam National Park
- Visit to Thekkady
- The lovely wildness of Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary will mesmerize you
- Welcome to Alleppey the Venice of the East, its waterways dotted with hundreds of houseboats
- Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of Kovalam and its beach
- A trip to Kanyakumari
- The excellent beach visit
- And have a journey to the Vivekananda Rocks
- Visualize the tip of India from the Rocks
- Trivandrum sightseeing
Tour at a Glance
Duration
8 Days / 7 Nights
Start / End
Cochin / Trivandrum
Tour Style
Private / Customisable
Stay
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Meals
As per confirmed plan
Tour Type
Sightseeing Tour
Transport
Private vehicle
Route
Cochin → Munnar → Thekkady → Alleppey → Kovalam → Kanyakumari → Trivandrum
Best Season
Nov-Feb Peak Mar-Apr Good May-Oct Off Season
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Brief Tour Program
| Day | Tour Program | Distance / Time | Major Highlight / Sightseeing | Meals | Overnight |
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| 01 | Cochin to Munnar | Approx. 115 km / 2.7 hrs | Cochin, Munnar, Munnar tea gardens | Dinner | Munnar |
| 02 | Munnar Sightseeing | Local / 4–8 hrs | Munnar, Munnar tea gardens, Thekkady wildlife and spices | Breakfast & Dinner | Munnar |
| 03 | Munnar to Thekkady | Approx. 70 km / 1.7 hrs | Munnar, Thekkady, Munnar tea gardens | Breakfast & Dinner | Thekkady |
| 04 | Thekkady to Alleppey | Approx. 115 km / 2.2 hrs | Thekkady, Alleppey, Thekkady wildlife and spices | Breakfast & Dinner | Alleppey |
| 05 | Alleppey to Kovalam | Road / transfer time varies | Alleppey, Kovalam, Thekkady wildlife and spices | Breakfast & Dinner | Kovalam |
| 06 | Kovalam to Kanyakumari | Road / transfer time varies | Kovalam, Kanyakumari, Trivandrum | Breakfast & Dinner | Kanyakumari |
| 07 | Kanyakumari Sightseeing | Local / 4–8 hrs | Kanyakumari, Thekkady wildlife and spices, Kovalam and Kanyakumari coast | Breakfast & Dinner | Kanyakumari |
| 08 | Kanyakumari to Trivandrum | Approx. 100 km / 1.9 hrs | Kanyakumari, Trivandrum, Thekkady wildlife and spices | Breakfast | Tour Ends |
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Kochi – Munnar
Top Attractions Kochi, Munnar
Kochi – Munnar
Top Attractions Kochi, Munnar
A warm welcome awaits as you arrive in Kochi. Our Namaste India trip tour guide escorts you to a waiting coach that will take you all the way across 140 kms of glorious green scenery to the cool hills of Munnar. On the way you can admire numerous waterfalls, lakes, streams and paddy fields as well as spice plantations making the air fragrant with the aroma of spices. Arrive in Munnar and check into your hotel room for some rest. Freshen up and set out to explore this town with its winding alleys and its colonial tea culture.
Day 2
Munnar Excursions
Top Attractions Mattupetty Lake, Echo Point
Munnar Excursions
Top Attractions Mattupetty Lake, Echo Point
Munnar town has plenty of attractions but the real charms are all spread out in the neighbourhood. So, after breakfast, you set out to the Mattupetty Lake and the Dam passing by rolling tea gardens. Boating on the natural lake is a wonderful experience and from here we go on to Echo Point to shout and hear your voice coming back at you. Today’s trip also includes a visit to Kundala Lake and to Rajmalai reserve. The afternoon finds you in the midst of the Eravikulam National Park. This Park is a lovely preserve of nature and is home to the Nilgiri Thar, an endangered goat species as well as hundreds of animals, birds, reptiles and amphibians. On the way back we peek into the tea museum and then return to the hotel for some rest. You might want to go out in the evening after sunset to know how people pass the time.
Breakfast
Day 3
Munnar – Thekkady
Top Attractions Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Periyar Lake
Munnar – Thekkady
Top Attractions Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Periyar Lake
Enjoy steaming hot nutritious Malayali breakfast and board the coach for the 110 km 3 hour drive to Thekkady home to the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. Check into your resort lodge and then set out on a unique boat safari on Periyar Lake, the best way to observe elephants, tigers, leopards, amphibians and birds in this wonderful reserve. Periyar is a dense tropical forest and the air echoes with the call of animals and birds as you navigate the waters and capture images on your camera. In the evening you return to your room for an overnight stay plumb in the lap of Nature.
Breakfast
Day 4
Thekkady – Alleppey
Top Attractions Thekkady, Alleppey
Thekkady – Alleppey
Top Attractions Thekkady, Alleppey
Day dawns to the chirps of birds and you sit down to a hearty breakfast after which it is time to leave for Alleppey, a 130 km 3 hour drive over scenic landscape. Alleppey is the Venice of the East, its waterways dotted with hundreds of houseboats. You board one houseboat to experience life first hand. The boat navigates the waters and you can see the waterways bustling with activities. This is a different world and an experience you will not forget in a hurry. Dine on typical Kerala style cuisine and spend the night on the houseboat with the gentle motion of the waters lulling you to sleep.
Breakfast
Day 5
Alleppey – Kovalam
Top Attractions Alleppey, Kovalam
Alleppey – Kovalam
Top Attractions Alleppey, Kovalam
You wish you could stay for a few more days but it is time to depart after breakfast for Kovalam. The 130 km ride takes you across some of the most breathtaking scenery and you arrive in Kovalam check into your room after which you set out for the beach. The beach is one of the busiest in Kerala and also the most popular. Perhaps you will be bold enough to try one of the masseurs waiting to relieve you of stress or simply laze about.
Breakfast
Day 6
Kovalam – Kanyakumari – Kovalam
Top Attractions Kumariamman Temple, Gandhi Memorial
Kovalam – Kanyakumari – Kovalam
Top Attractions Kumariamman Temple, Gandhi Memorial
Breakfast and then set out for Kanyakumari, the southernmost tip of India, where you can watch the sun set into the sea. Kanyakumari is also known for its Vivekananda Rock, named after Swami Vivekananda and the most popular Kumariamman Temple, dedicated to Parvati who, according to legend, waited for Shiva to come and carry her away. You visit in the Thiruvalluvar statue and tour the Gandhi Memorial. Guganathaswamy Temple, dating back 1000 years and a fine example of Chola architecture will leave you spellbound. Lastly there is just time enough to take in the Vattakottai or circular fort built by King Marthanda Varma, before it is time to go to the point where people congregate to watch the sunset. After that you return to Kovalam for the night.
Breakfast
Day 7
Kovalam – Trivandrum
Top Attractions Kuthiramalika Palace, Shangumugham Beach
Kovalam – Trivandrum
Top Attractions Kuthiramalika Palace, Shangumugham Beach
A pleasant breeze wakes you up in time to watch the sunrise after which you sit down to a hearty breakfast. Thereafter it is time to leave for Trivandrum on a short 18 km journey. We take a city tour that gets you to the famous Padmanabha Swamy temple where you pray before the huge idol of Lord Vishnu. The temple with its stone carvings and pillars is simply awesome. We then proceed to the Kuthiramalika Palace and you get a view of the lifestyle of Southern Kings. Visit the Veli tourist village, the museum, art gallery and then spend the evening at Shangumugham Beach. Dine on street food and spend the night in Trivandrum.
Breakfast
Day 8
Trivandrum Departure
Top Attractions Trivandrum Departure
Trivandrum Departure
Top Attractions Trivandrum Departure
Breakfast on local delicacies, buy some banana chips fried in coconut oil and then depart because the tour ends here. The tour ends but memories will last and bewitching Kerala has cast its magic spell, luring you to return to its green folds once again. NamasteIndiaTrip offers still more.
Breakfast
Tour Ends
Inclusions & Exclusions
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Pick-up & Drop-off Assistance Seamless transportation to and from your designated location.
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Transport AC vehicle for the entire route with comfortable options like Sedan, SUV, Van, or Traveller.
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Sightseeing All tourist spots mentioned in the itinerary.
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Transfers Airport, railway station, or bus stand pick-up & drop.
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Driver Experienced and knowledgeable about all routes and destinations.
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Taxes & Allowances Toll taxes, parking, permits, and driver allowance included.
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Accommodation Night stay in your choice of 2-star, 3-star, 4-star, or 5-star hotels.
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Meals Veg breakfast at the hotel.
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Water Bottles Packaged drinking water on board (1 bottle).
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Guided Tours Knowledgeable English-speaking guides in Agra & Jaipur.
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Airfare / Train Fare Domestic and international travel not included.
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VISA Fees Not included.
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Entry Tickets Monuments, museums, darshan, pooja, or activity charges.
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Insurance Medical and travel insurance not included.
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Meals & Drinks Anything beyond the included breakfast.
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Camera Fees Charges for still/video cameras at tourist attractions.
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Others Not Mentioned Anything not listed under inclusions.
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Special Ride Rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk, Old Delhi.
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GST 5% GST applicable on the total billing amount.
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Local Transport Charges Costs for tuk-tuk, auto, rickshaw, cable car, porter, etc. (Our vehicle operates only up to permitted parking/designated points; guests cover beyond that.).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the must-buy items in Kanyakumari?
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The must-buy items in Kanyakumari include jewelry made of shells, local spices, traditional sarees, and handicrafts. Street markets near the temple area and beach have great local treasures.
What type of stay options are available in Kerala and Kanyakumari?
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In Kerala and Kanyakumari, you'll get all types of stay options, including budget, mid-range, and luxurious accommodations.
Can the Kerala with Kanyakumari tour package be customized?
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We allow you to customize the package. This will enable you to choose the hotels you will stay in, the places you will visit, and the activities you want to undertake.
Is the package ideal for families?
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Yes, the tour package is ideal for families as it includes family-friendly accommodations and interesting activities.
Why should you choose the Kerala Kanyakumari pilgrimage tour?
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