<ul><li>Arrive in <strong>Cochin</strong> (Kochi International Airport or Ernakulam Railway Station).</li><li>Your trip continues through Munnar → Thekkady → Alleppey → Kovalam and ends in <strong>Cochin or Trivandrum</strong>, depending on your departure choice.</li></ul>

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How Do I Get There?

<div>This 5N/6D Kerala trip covers the best of hills, wildlife, backwaters and beaches in one simple and smooth itinerary. Starting from Cochin and ending in either Cochin or Trivandrum, the journey includes two nights in Munnar, one night in Thekkady, one night in an Alleppey houseboat and one night in Kovalam. The package is designed for travellers who want a standard and comfortable Kerala experience with easy sightseeing, relaxed travel and major attractions covered without any luxury elements.</div>

Overview:

<ul><li><strong>Mixed Nature + Beach Theme</strong> — Hills, forests, backwaters and a calm beach town in one single itinerary.</li><li><strong>Munnar Highlights</strong> — Tea gardens, viewpoints, Eravikulam side, Top Station and local markets.</li><li><strong>Thekkady Experiences</strong> — Spice tour and Periyar wildlife side visit.</li><li><strong>Alleppey Houseboat Stay</strong> — Classic Kerala houseboat with backwater cruising.</li><li><strong>Kovalam Beach Time</strong> — Relaxing shoreline, lighthouse area and sunset views.</li><li><strong>Ideal for families and general travellers</strong> — Simple, comfortable and easy-to-follow plan.</li></ul>

What’s Cool About This?

<div><strong>Route: Cochin → Munnar</strong></div><ul><li>Drive to Munnar through scenic hills and plantations.</li><li>Visit tea gardens and enjoy viewpoints along the way.</li><li>Places you will visit:<ul><li>Cheeyappara Waterfalls (enroute)</li><li>Valara Waterfalls (enroute)</li><li>Tea Gardens Viewpoints</li><li>Munnar Town (local walk)</li></ul></li><li>Arrive in Munnar and check into your 3-star hotel. Enjoy the scenic hills, tea estates and cool climate.</li><li>Overnight stay in Munnar.</li></ul>

Day 1: Cochin → Munnar

<ul><li>Visit Eravikulam National Park (if open) or nearby viewpoints.</li><li>Explore Top Station, tea museum, local market and scenic lakes.</li><li>Enjoy multiple viewpoints and photo stops throughout the day.</li><li>Places you will visit:<ul><li>Eravikulam National Park (if open)</li><li>Top Station Viewpoint</li><li>Echo Point</li><li>Kundala Lake</li><li>Tea Museum</li><li>Blossom Park</li><li>Local Munnar Market</li><li>Full day exploring the main places in Munnar.</li></ul></li><li>Overnight stay in Munnar.</li></ul>

Day 2: Munnar Sightseeing

<div><strong>Route: Munnar → Thekkady</strong></div><ul><li>Drive to Thekkady.</li><li>Visit the spice plantation.</li><li>Explore the Periyar wildlife side area and nearby cultural spots.</li><li>Places you will visit:<ul><li>Spice Plantation Tour</li><li>Thekkady Town Market</li><li>Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary (view from outside areas)</li><li>Optional cultural show (Kathakali / Kalaripayattu)</li></ul></li><li>Overnight stay in Thekkady.</li></ul>

Day 3: Munnar → Thekkady

<div><strong>Route: Thekkady → Alleppey</strong></div><ul><li>Drive to Alleppey.</li><li>Board the standard Kerala houseboat.</li><li>Enjoy backwater cruising, village views and calm landscapes.</li><li><strong>Places you will experience:</strong><ul><li>Full backwater route on houseboat</li><li>Coconut tree shoreline</li><li>Paddy fields</li><li>Local village views</li><li>Narrow canals (if permitted by houseboat route)</li><li>Check into your standard houseboat for an overnight stay with meals.</li></ul></li><li>Overnight stay on the houseboat.</li></ul>

Day 4: Thekkady → Alleppey Houseboat

<div><strong>Route: Alleppey → Kovalam</strong></div><ul><li>Disembark from the houseboat.</li><li>Drive to Kovalam.</li><li>Spend the evening at Kovalam Beach, Lighthouse Beach and nearby areas.</li><li><strong>Places you will visit:</strong><ul><li>Lighthouse Beach</li><li>Hawa Beach</li><li>Samudra Beach</li><li>Kovalam Local Market</li><li>Sunset Viewpoints</li></ul></li><li>Overnight stay in Kovalam.</li></ul>

Day 5: Alleppey → Kovalam

<ul><li>Morning free at the beach.</li><li>Depart to Cochin or Trivandrum based on your travel plan.</li><li><strong>Optional visit before departure:</strong><ul><li>Trivandrum Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple (if timing permits)</li><li>Kovalam sunrise viewpoint</li></ul></li><li>Depart as per your selected airport/railway station.</li><li>Trip ends with wonderful memories.</li></ul>

Day 6: Kovalam → Departure (Cochin or Trivandrum)

<ul><li>Hotel stay: Munnar (2N), Thekkady (1N), Kovalam (1N)</li><li>Houseboat in Alleppey (1N)</li><li>Breakfast at all hotels</li><li>All transfers and sightseeing in a private cab</li><li>Spice plantation visit in Thekkady</li><li>Driver allowance, tolls, parking and taxes</li></ul>

What's Included?

<ul><li>Flights or train tickets</li><li>Lunch and dinner (except houseboat meals)</li><li>Entry tickets to monuments, parks or activities</li><li>Personal expenses and tips</li><li>Anything not mentioned in inclusions</li></ul>

What's Not Included?

This 5N/6D Kerala Standard Tour Package offers a complete experience of Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey and Kovalam with comfortable 3-star stays. Starting from Cochin, the trip covers tea gardens, viewpoints and lakes in Munnar, followed by a spice plantation tour and Periyar wildlife side visit in Thekkady. Enjoy a classic Kerala houseboat stay in Alleppey and end your journey with a relaxing beach evening in Kovalam. This itinerary is ideal for families and general travellers looking for a simple, budget-friendly and well-planned Kerala holiday without luxury elements. All transfers, breakfast and basic sightseeing are included.

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