Classic Kerala

The Classic Kerala Tour is the absolute best and most peaceful tour in all India. That is a fact. Starting from Howrah, this 7-day trip takes you to four amazing places: Cochin, Munnar, Thekkady, and Alleppey. People call Kerala “God’s Own Country” for a simple reason: its perfect nature, green forests, tea farms, and calm backwaters (special rivers and lakes).

Your journey starts in Cochin, a beautiful city by the sea. You must see the old churches, the Chinese fishing nets, and the spice markets. The city shows you the real history from the Portuguese, Dutch, and British. Next, you travel to Munnar, a town in the hills famous for its tea farms. The weather here is always cool and perfect. You must see the endless green tea gardens, beautiful waterfalls, and colorful flowers. The mountain views will blow your mind.

Then, you will visit Thekkady, the home of the famous Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. Here, you will see wild elephants, tigers, and many other animals living free in nature. You must enjoy a boat ride on Periyar Lake with thick forests all around. The final and most special part of the tour is Alleppey. People call it the Venice of the East. Here, you must stay overnight in a traditional houseboat that floats on the backwaters. This is an experience you can only have here, nowhere else in the world. From your houseboat, you will see village life, rice fields, coconut trees, and the amazing sunset.

This complete tour package costs only ₹17,559 for each person if two people share a room. The only time you should visit is from October to February when the weather is absolutely perfect. You will experience the real beauty of Kerala, eat delicious food, and meet its friendly people. You will return to Howrah with wonderful memories that last forever

Highlights

Day-wise Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Cochin

  • Depart from Howrah by train/flight to Cochin
  • Arrival at Cochin Airport/Railway Station
  • Meet and greet by tour representative
  • Transfer to hotel and check-in
  • Freshen up and breakfast at hotel
  • Visit Fort Kochi area
  • See famous Chinese Fishing Nets
  • Visit St. Francis Church – Oldest European church in India
  • Visit Santa Cruz Basilica
  • Visit Dutch Palace (Mattancherry Palace)
  • Visit Jewish Synagogue in Jew Town
  • Explore spice markets and antique shops
  • Watch Kathakali dance performance (optional)
  • Return to hotel
  • Overnight stay in Cochin

Day 2: Cochin Sightseeing & Drive to Munnar

  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Visit Marine Drive for morning walk
  • Visit Cochin Port area
  • Visit local markets for shopping
  • Check out from hotel and drive to Munnar (130 km, approximately 4-5 hours)
  • Enjoy scenic drive through mountains
  • Stop at Cheeyappara and Valara waterfalls for photos
  • Lunch en route (own expense)
  • Arrival in Munnar and check-in at hotel
  • Free time to relax and enjoy cool weather
  • Evening walk in local area
  • Overnight stay in Munnar

Day 3: Munnar Full Day Sightseeing

  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Visit Eravikulam National Park to see Nilgiri Tahr (mountain goat)
  • Visit Tea Museum to learn about tea processing
  • Walk through tea plantations
  • Visit tea factory to see tea making process
  • Visit Mattupetty Dam and enjoy lake views
  • Visit Echo Point where your voice echoes back
  • Visit Kundala Lake for boating
  • Visit Top Station for panoramic valley views
  • Visit Rose Garden with various flower species
  • Free time for shopping in Munnar town
  • Return to hotel
  • Overnight stay in Munnar

Day 4: Munnar to Thekkady

  • Breakfast at hotel and check out
  • Drive to Thekkady (90 km, approximately 3-4 hours)
  • Enjoy scenic drive through cardamom hills
  • Arrival in Thekkady and check-in at hotel
  • Lunch at hotel
  • Visit spice plantation to see cardamom, pepper, cinnamon growing
  • Learn about various spices and their uses
  • Watch Kalaripayattu martial arts performance
  • Optional: Watch Kathakali dance show
  • Free time for shopping spices and tea
  • Return to hotel
  • Overnight stay in Thekkady

Day 5: Thekkady Wildlife Experience & Drive to Alleppey

  • Early breakfast at hotel
  • Enjoy boat ride on Periyar Lake for wildlife viewing
  • See elephants, deer, wild boar, and various birds
  • Explore Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
  • Check out from hotel
  • Drive to Alleppey (140 km, approximately 4-5 hours)
  • Lunch en route (own expense)
  • Enjoy scenic drive through Kerala villages
  • Arrival in Alleppey
  • Board your private houseboat (check-in around 12 noon to 2 PM)
  • Start cruising through backwaters and canals
  • Watch village life along the waterways
  • See paddy fields, coconut groves, and local houses
  • Enjoy sunset from houseboat deck
  • Dinner served on board
  • Overnight stay in houseboat anchored in backwaters

Day 6: Alleppey Houseboat Experience & Return to Cochin

  • Wake up to beautiful backwater views
  • Watch sunrise over the canals
  • Breakfast served on houseboat
  • Continue cruising through narrow canals
  • Experience morning village activities
  • Check out from houseboat (around 9 AM to 10 AM)
  • Drive to Cochin (55 km, approximately 1.5-2 hours)
  • Arrival in Cochin and check-in at hotel
  • Lunch at hotel or restaurant
  • Free time for last-minute shopping
  • Visit Lulu Mall (largest mall in India) for shopping
  • Visit Marine Drive for evening walk
  • Return to hotel
  • Overnight stay in Cochin

Day 7: Cochin Departure

  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Free time for leisure or last-minute shopping
  • Visit Broadway market or MG Road
  • Check out from hotel
  • Lunch at local restaurant (own expense)
  • Transfer to Cochin Airport/Railway Station
  • Board flight/train back to Howrah
  • Tour ends with wonderful memories of God’s Own Country Kerala
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