Kerala Hills Backwater Beaches – 8 Nights / 9 Days

Duration: 8 Nights / 9 Days
Route: Cochin – Munnar – Thekkady – Kumarakom – Kollam – Kovalam
Start: Cochin
End: Cochin
Starting Price: ₹18,999 per person*

Tour Overview

Explore Kerala’s diverse landscapes with Tourwala’s Kerala Hills Backwater Beaches Tour Package, a carefully planned 8 Nights / 9 Days holiday covering Cochin, Munnar, Thekkady, Kumarakom, Kollam and Kovalam. This comprehensive Kerala journey combines scenic hill stations, wildlife, peaceful backwaters, coastal landscapes and heritage sightseeing with private transfers and flexible hotel choices. The trip is designed as an enquiry-led customizable package, allowing room category, meal plan and final services to be matched to the traveller’s budget before confirmation

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Detailed Day-wise Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival at Cochin & Heritage Tour

On arrival at Cochin, meet the local representative and proceed to your hotel by private vehicle.

Depending on your arrival time, explore some of Cochin’s popular heritage attractions, including Fort Kochi, Chinese fishing nets, St. Francis Church, Mattancherry’s heritage quarter and the city’s waterfront.

Enjoy a relaxed evening and take time to settle into your hotel.

Overnight Stay: Cochin

Day 2: Cochin to Munnar

After breakfast and check-out, proceed towards Munnar by private vehicle with suitable comfort stops en route.

Enjoy the scenic journey towards Kerala’s famous hill station. Depending on arrival time, explore Munnar’s tea-country scenery and attractions such as Mattupetty Dam, Kundala Lake, Echo Point and tea plantations.

Sightseeing is subject to arrival time, weather and attraction operating conditions.

Overnight Stay: Munnar

Day 3: Full-Day Munnar Sightseeing

After breakfast, enjoy a full day exploring Munnar’s beautiful landscapes.

Visit popular attractions such as Mattupetty Dam, Kundala Lake, Echo Point and tea plantations. You may also visit Eravikulam National Park, subject to its operating schedule and local conditions.

Spend the evening at leisure and enjoy Munnar’s pleasant climate and mountain views.

Overnight Stay: Munnar

Day 4: Munnar to Thekkady

After breakfast and check-out, proceed towards Thekkady by private vehicle through scenic mountain and forest landscapes.

On arrival, experience the beauty of Thekkady and the Periyar landscape. Depending on the confirmed itinerary and availability, you may enjoy Periyar Lake boating, wildlife viewing and spice-country sightseeing.

Optional activities can be added to the final quotation according to your interests.

Overnight Stay: Thekkady

Day 5: Thekkady to Kumarakom

After breakfast and check-out, proceed towards Kumarakom by private vehicle with suitable comfort stops en route.

On arrival, relax beside Vembanad Lake and explore Kumarakom’s peaceful backwater setting. Depending on the confirmed itinerary, you may visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary and enjoy the waterfront scenery.

Spend the evening relaxing in Kerala’s tranquil backwater environment.

Overnight Stay: Kumarakom

Day 6: Kumarakom to Kollam

After breakfast and check-out, proceed towards Kollam by private vehicle.

Enjoy the changing scenery as you travel south from Kumarakom. On arrival, experience Kollam’s unique combination of backwaters and coastal landscapes with relaxed sightseeing and waterfront time.

Depending on the confirmed itinerary and available time, explore the local surroundings before relaxing at your hotel.

Overnight Stay: Kollam

Day 7: Kollam to Kovalam

After breakfast and check-out, proceed towards Kovalam by private vehicle.

On arrival, enjoy Kovalam’s beautiful coastal setting and explore its famous beaches, including the Lighthouse Beach area.

Spend time beside the Arabian Sea, enjoy local shopping or choose optional experiences such as Ayurveda and water activities, subject to availability and applicable charges.

Overnight Stay: Kovalam

Day 8: Full-Day Kovalam & Trivandrum Sightseeing

After breakfast, enjoy a relaxed day exploring Kovalam and nearby Trivandrum.

Spend leisure time at Kovalam’s beaches and enjoy the Arabian Sea views. Depending on your sightseeing schedule, you may also explore Thiruvananthapuram and the Padmanabhaswamy Temple area, subject to timing, entry requirements and local conditions.

Enjoy your final evening in Kerala at leisure.

Overnight Stay: Kovalam

Day 9: Kovalam to Cochin & Departure

After breakfast and check-out, proceed towards Cochin by private vehicle.

Depending on your departure time, the return journey can include suitable comfort stops along the way. At the appropriate time, transfer to Cochin Airport or Railway Station for your onward journey.

Your Tourwala holiday services conclude after the departure transfer.

Package Inclusions

• Accommodation in the hotel category confirmed in the final quotation.

• Private vehicle for transfers and sightseeing as per the confirmed itinerary.

• Fuel, tolls, parking and driver-related transport charges for the confirmed itinerary.

• Houseboat/backwater experience where specifically included in the final itinerary.

• Tour coordination and itinerary support from Tourwala.

• Assistance with itinerary planning and package customization before confirmation.

Package Exclusions

• Airfare, train fare or other travel expenses to and from the package starting point.

• Meals and beverages unless specifically included in the final quotation.

• Personal expenses, tips, porterage, laundry and telephone charges.

• Travel insurance, camera fees, activity charges and optional experiences.

• Entrance fees or sightseeing charges not specifically mentioned in the confirmed quotation.

• Optional activities and experiences not included in the final itinerary.

• Any service, sightseeing or activity not explicitly mentioned in the confirmed quotation.

• GST/TCS or other statutory taxes, if applicable and not shown in the final quotation.

Important Booking Notes

• The displayed amount is a starting package price and may vary according to travel dates, hotel category, room occupancy, vehicle type and availability.

• This Kerala Hills Backwater Beaches Tour Package is customizable according to your travel requirements.

• Hotel names, room category, meal plan and exact inclusions will be confirmed before payment.

• Houseboat and optional activity services are subject to availability and will be included only when specifically mentioned in the final quotation.

• Sightseeing sequence may change due to traffic, weather, attraction closures, local restrictions or operational requirements.

• Temple visits and other attractions may have specific entry rules and timings.

• Tourwala will reconfirm the final itinerary, inclusions and payable amount before booking.

• Final pricing is confirmed only after checking availability for the selected travel dates.

Why Book This Kerala Package with Tourwala?

Experience Kerala’s diverse beauty with Tourwala through an extended 8 Nights / 9 Days itinerary covering hills, wildlife, backwaters and beaches. From the heritage attractions of Cochin and tea-covered landscapes of Munnar to the wildlife surroundings of Thekkady, peaceful backwaters of Kumarakom and Kollam, and beaches of Kovalam, this itinerary brings together some of Kerala’s most popular travel experiences.

The package can be customized according to your preferred hotel category, room occupancy, vehicle type, meal plan and optional experiences. Whether you are planning a family holiday, couple’s getaway or private group trip, Tourwala can help create an itinerary around your travel dates and budget.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What destinations are covered in this Kerala Hills Backwater Beaches Tour Package?

The package covers Cochin, Munnar, Thekkady, Kumarakom, Kollam and Kovalam, offering a combination of hill stations, wildlife, backwaters and beaches.

2. How many days is this Kerala tour package?

The tour duration is 8 Nights / 9 Days, giving travellers enough time to explore multiple regions of Kerala at a comfortable pace.

3. What is the starting price of the package?

The package starts from ₹18,999 per person*. The final price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room occupancy, vehicle type and availability.

4. What can I explore in Munnar?

Munnar sightseeing may include Mattupetty Dam, Kundala Lake, Echo Point, tea plantations and Eravikulam National Park, subject to operating conditions.

5. What can I experience in Thekkady?

Thekkady offers opportunities to experience the Periyar landscape, Periyar Lake, wildlife surroundings and spice-growing regions. Optional activities can be added to the final quotation.

6. What is Kumarakom famous for?

Kumarakom is known for Vembanad Lake, peaceful backwaters, birdwatching opportunities and scenic waterfront surroundings.

7. What can I do in Kollam?

Kollam offers a combination of backwater and coastal experiences, with opportunities for relaxed sightseeing and waterfront time.

8. What can I do in Kovalam?

Kovalam is known for its beaches, Arabian Sea views, Lighthouse Beach area, local shopping and optional experiences such as Ayurveda and water activities.

9. Does the package include a houseboat experience?

A houseboat/backwater experience can be included where specifically mentioned in the confirmed itinerary. Availability and applicable charges will be confirmed before booking.

10. Is private transportation included?

Yes. Private transportation for transfers and sightseeing is included according to the confirmed itinerary.

11. Can I customize this Kerala Hills Backwater Beaches Tour Package?

Yes. You can customize hotel category, room occupancy, vehicle type, meal plan, sightseeing and optional activities according to your requirements.

12. Is accommodation included?

Yes. Accommodation is included in the hotel category confirmed in the final quotation. Exact hotel details will be confirmed before payment.

13. Are meals included?

Meals are included only if specifically mentioned in the final quotation. A suitable meal plan can be selected according to your requirements.

14. Is this Kerala 8 Nights 9 Days Tour Package suitable for families?

Yes. The itinerary can be customized for families, couples and private groups according to their preferred pace and travel requirements.

15. Where does the tour start and end?

The planned route starts in Cochin. Based on the itinerary, the departure transfer is from Cochin. The final route and transfer details will be confirmed before booking.

16. Are airfare and train tickets included?

No. Airfare, train fare and other travel expenses are excluded unless specifically mentioned in the final quotation.

17. How can I book this Kerala Hills Backwater Beaches Tour Package?

Share your preferred travel dates and number of adults/children with Tourwala. The team can check availability, customize the itinerary and provide the final quotation before booking.