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7 Nights / 8 Days

The Kerala Edit

Travelers wanting to combine Cochin city, misty Munnar, wildlife at Thekkady and tranquil backwaters.

Visual Inspirations

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
Munnar tea plantations & Echo Point
Shikkara boating

The Journey Overview

Our most balanced immersion — heritage Cochin, tea-garden Munnar, Periyar wildlife sanctuary and Vembanad backwaters, all in one unforgettable week.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1Overnight Stay

Arrival at Cochin

Pick up from Cochin Airport / Ernakulam Railway Station. Afternoon sightseeing — Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue, St. Francis Church, Chinese Fishing Nets. Overnight stay in Cochin.

Day 2Overnight Stay

Cochin to Munnar

After breakfast, drive to Munnar (4 hrs). Enjoy waterfalls and scenic spots en route. Check in and relax. Overnight stay at Munnar.

Day 3Overnight Stay

Munnar

Mattupetty Dam, Kundale Lake, Echo Point, and Rajamalai (Nilgiri Tahr). Munnar is 1600 m above sea level. Overnight stay.

Day 4Overnight Stay

Munnar to Thekkady

After breakfast, drive to Thekkady (4 hrs). Check in and relax. Optional spice plantation visit in the evening. Overnight stay.

Day 5Overnight Stay

Thekkady

Sightseeing at Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary (777 sq km, Tiger Reserve since 1978). Optional: Boating, Spice Plantation, Elephant Ride. Overnight stay.

Day 6Overnight Stay

Thekkady to Biki's Palm Villa

After breakfast, drive towards Biki's. Enroute visit Illikkal Kallu and Ilaveezhapoonchira. Check in and enjoy the day at leisure.

Day 7Overnight Stay

Biki's Palm Villa

Vaikom Temple, Shikkara boating from Punnamada Jetty to Vembanad Lake, Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, Marari Beach. Head back by 6:30 PM. Overnight stay.

Day 8Overnight Stay

Biki's Palm Villa to Cochin Departure

After breakfast, Visit Mango Meadows, Ettumanoor Temple, Kottayam, Mannam and Famous Church in Kuravilangad. Departure to Cochin with enchanting memories of Kerala.

What's Included

  • Premium SUV transport
  • Boutique stays with breakfast
  • Guided sanctuary tour

What's Excluded

  • Flights
  • Spa therapies
  • Gratuities
Immersion Summary

Journey Outline

Destinations Covered
CochinMunnarThekkadyKumarakom
Highlights Checklist
  • Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
  • Munnar tea plantations & Echo Point
  • Shikkara boating

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