9 Nights 10 Days Cochin / Munnar / Thekkady / Madurai / Rameswaram / Kanyakumari / Kovalam / Trivandrum
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Tour Description
This journey blends Kerala’s misty hills, wildlife reserves, spiritual heartlands of Tamil Nadu, the coastal charm of Kanyakumari, and the golden beaches of Kovalam. Begin in Cochin with its colonial landmarks, head to Munnar’s rolling tea plantations, and explore Thekkady’s spice-scented wilderness. Continue into Tamil Nadu with visits to the ancient temples of Madurai and the sacred shores of Rameswaram. Witness the confluence of three seas in Kanyakumari before unwinding at Kovalam’s sandy beaches and ending the trip in Trivandrum, the capital city rich in heritage and modern charm. A perfect blend of culture, spirituality, nature, and relaxation.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival at Cochin
- Arrival at Cochin Airport / Railway Station, transfer to hotel.
- Visit Fort Kochi, Chinese Fishing Nets, Mattancherry Palace & Jew Town.
- Evening at Marine Drive.
- Overnight stay in Cochin.
Day 2: Cochin → Munnar (Approx. 4–5 hrs drive)
- After breakfast, drive to Munnar.
- En route stop at Cheeyappara & Valara Waterfalls.
- Evening leisure amidst tea gardens.
- Overnight stay in Munnar.
Day 3: Munnar Exploration
- Visit Eravikulam National Park (Nilgiri Tahr & panoramic hill views).
- Explore Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point & Kundala Lake.
- Optional: Boating, Trekking, or Tea Museum visit.
- Overnight stay in Munnar.
Day 4: Munnar → Thekkady (Approx. 3–4 hrs drive)
- After breakfast, drive to Thekkady.
- Visit Spice Plantations.
- Afternoon: Periyar Lake Boating (chance to spot elephants & wildlife).
- Evening: Kalaripayattu Martial Arts / Kathakali Cultural Show.
- Overnight stay in Thekkady.
Day 5: Thekkady → Madurai (Approx. 4–5 hrs drive)
- After breakfast, proceed to Madurai.
- Visit Meenakshi Amman Temple, Tirumalai Nayakkar Palace.
- Evening: Temple light & sound show / shopping in Madurai market.
- Overnight stay in Madurai.
Day 6: Madurai → Rameswaram (Approx. 3–4 hrs drive)
- Drive to Rameswaram after breakfast.
- Visit Ramanathaswamy Temple (Jyotirlinga), Agni Theertham.
- Explore Pamban Bridge & Dhanushkodi (Ruins & Beach).
- Overnight stay in Rameswaram.
Day 7: Rameswaram → Kanyakumari (Approx. 5–6 hrs drive)
- After breakfast, drive to Kanyakumari.
- Visit Vivekananda Rock Memorial, Thiruvalluvar Statue & Kanyakumari Temple.
- Evening: Sunset at the confluence of Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal & Indian Ocean.
- Overnight stay in Kanyakumari.
Day 8: Kanyakumari → Kovalam (Approx. 3–4 hrs drive)
- Early morning: Sunrise at Kanyakumari.
- Drive to Kovalam.
- Relax at Kovalam Beach & Lighthouse Beach.
- Evening leisure at seaside cafés.
- Overnight stay in Kovalam.
Day 9: Kovalam Exploration – Trivandrum Sightseeing
- Visit Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Napier Museum & Zoo.
- Explore Kovalam’s beaches or optional Ayurveda therapies.
- Overnight stay in Kovalam / Trivandrum.
Day 10: Trivandrum → Departure
- Breakfast at hotel.
- Transfer to Trivandrum Airport / Railway Station for departure.
Highlights
- Cochin – Fort Kochi, Mattancherry Palace, Marine Drive.
- Munnar – Tea Gardens, Eravikulam National Park, Waterfalls & Hill Views.
- Thekkady – Periyar Lake Boating, Spice Plantations & Cultural Shows.
- Madurai – Meenakshi Amman Temple, Nayakkar Palace & Cultural Vibes.
- Rameswaram – Ramanathaswamy Temple, Dhanushkodi, Pamban Bridge.
- Kanyakumari – Vivekananda Rock, Temples, Sunrise & Sunset at three seas.
- Kovalam – Beaches, Lighthouse Point & Ayurveda.
- Trivandrum – Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Museum & City Heritage.
