Kerala's Emerald Hills, Wildlife, Backwaters & Southern Coast

🌴 Enchanting Kerala Hills & Backwaters – 7 Nights / 8 Days

(Munnar – Thekkady – Alappuzha – Kovalam – Trivandrum)
Presented by: Healora Holidays

🌅 Day 1: Arrival in Kochi & Transfer to Munnar – En Route Delights

• Arrival: Cochin International Airport / Railway Station – Meet & greet by our representative

• Transfer to Munnar: Enjoy scenic views and stops en route

• En Route Sightseeing:

  • 🌳 Neriyamangalam Forest – Dense rainforest & fresh air

  • 💦 Cheeyappara Waterfalls – Seven-step cascade; great photo stop

  • ⛰️ Valara Waterfalls – Lush greenery & cascading beauty

  • 🌿 Kerala Spice Garden – Explore aromatic plantations

• Optional Activities in Munnar (If time permits):

  • 🌿 Spice Garden Exploration

  • 🎣 Pottas Farm – Fish farming lake

  • 🎯 Zip Line / Sky Wing

  • 🚙 Jeep Safari (3 hrs)

  • 🎡 Fun & Adventure Park – 35+ rides

  • 🎈 Hot Air Balloon

• 🏡 Overnight Stay in Munnar

🍃 Day 2: Munnar Exploration – A Tea Lover’s Paradise

• Sightseeing Highlights:

  • ☕ Tea Plantations & Tea Museum – Heritage of tea processing

  • 🦌 Eravikulam National Park – Nilgiri Tahr & lush green hills

  • 🚣 Mattupetty Dam – Scenic reservoir & paddle boating

  • 🌹 Rose Garden – Exotic blooms & colorful photo ops

  • 📸 Photo Point – Ideal for stunning snapshots

  • 🔊 Echo Point – Nature’s amplifier

  • 🏞️ Pothamedu View Point – Misty panoramic views

  • 🌻 Hydel Park & Botanical Garden – Relaxing floral escape

• Additional Activities:

  • 🎭 Kerala Traditional Shows (1 hr)

  • 💆‍♀️ Ayurvedic Massage (optional)

  • 🍫 Chocolate Factory Visit

• 🏡 Overnight Stay in Munnar

🌿 Day 3: Munnar Leisure & Local Activities

• Explore at Your Pace:

  • 🧺 Revisit favorite attractions or relax in town

  • 🛍️ Shop for local crafts, tea, or handmade chocolates

• Optional Repeat or New Activities:

  • 🎯 Zip Line / 🚙 Jeep Safari / 🎈 Hot Air Balloon / 🌿 Spice Garden etc.

• 🏡 Overnight Stay in Munnar

🐘 Day 4: Munnar to Thekkady – Wildlife & Culture

• Drive to Thekkady: Post-breakfast departure

• Activities & Sightseeing in Thekkady:

  • 🚤 Periyar Boating – Lake cruise (spot elephants, birds, deer)

  • 🍂 Spice Plantation Tour – Learn medicinal value of spices

  • 🐘 Elephant Ride / Bathing / Feeding – Fun for all ages

  • 🚙 Jeep Safari – 3 hr ride to Sathram / Kerala-TN Border

  • 🎭 Kerala Cultural Shows – Kathakali / Kalaripayattu (1 hr)

• 🏡 Overnight Stay in Thekkady

🌊 Day 5: Thekkady to Alappuzha – Backwater Serenity

• Scenic Drive to Alappuzha: After breakfast

• Houseboat Stay & Activities:

  • 🚢 Houseboat Cruise (12 PM – 9 AM) – Float through coconut groves, paddy fields, and villages

  • 🥘 All meals included on board

• Optional Water Activities (if time permits):

  • 🛶 Shikkara Ride

  • 🚤 Speed Boat

  • 🛶 Kayaking

  • 🧵 Traditional Kerala Saree Weaving Visit

• 🏡 Overnight Stay on Houseboat

🏖️ Day 6: Alappuzha to Trivandrum / Kovalam – Coastal Bliss

• Check-out from Houseboat & Drive to Kovalam

• En Route (Optional):

  • 🦅 Jatayu Earth Center – Massive bird sculpture + adventure zone

• On Arrival:

  • 🏝️ Kovalam Beach – Sunset views, beach walks, and waves

• 🏡 Overnight Stay in Kovalam

🏛️ Day 7: Trivandrum Sightseeing & Kovalam Leisure

• Sightseeing in Trivandrum:

  • 🛕 Padmanabhaswamy Temple – Sacred visit (follow dress code)

  • 🏛️ Napier Museum & Natural History Museum

  • 🐅 Trivandrum Zoo

• Evening:

  • 🌊 Leisure time at Kovalam Beach

• 🏡 Overnight Stay in Kovalam

🏙️ Day 8: Departure from Trivandrum

• Check-out after breakfast

• 🛫 Drop-off: Trivandrum Airport / Railway Station

• 💖 Take home cherished memories of God’s Own Country