Cliffs, Backwaters & Hills
Kerala with Varkala Beach — 7N / 8D
Package Overview
Add the dramatic red cliffs and golden sands of Varkala to the classic Kerala itinerary. This 7-night package swaps the second Trivandrum night for a day at Varkala — Kerala's most stunning beach destination — before finishing in the capital.
Varkala's cliff-top promenade, ancient Janardana Swami Temple and natural mineral spring make it unlike any other Kerala beach. It's a perfect addition for beach lovers and those looking for a slightly off-the-beaten-track experience. Drop at Trivandrum.
7 Nights / 8 Days
Duration
2–8 Persons
Group Size
3★ Hotels & Resorts + Houseboat + Beach Resort
Accommodation
Kochi → Munnar → Thekkady → Alleppey → Varkala → Trivandrum
Route
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 01
Arrival Kochi — Fort Kochi Sightseeing
Pickup from Kochi Airport/Station. Fort Kochi heritage walk — Chinese fishing nets, Dutch Palace, spice market. Check in to Kochi hotel. Overnight in Kochi.
Day 02
Kochi → Munnar (130 km, ~4 hrs)
Drive to Munnar via waterfalls. Check in to resort; evening in Munnar town. Overnight in Munnar.
Day 03
Full Day Munnar Sightseeing
Eravikulam National Park, Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, Top Station, TATA Tea Museum. Overnight in Munnar.
Day 04
Munnar → Thekkady (90 km, ~3 hrs)
Transfer to Thekkady; Periyar Lake boat safari; spice plantation and Kathakali evening. Overnight in Thekkady.
Day 05
Thekkady → Alleppey Houseboat (150 km, ~4 hrs)
Board houseboat at noon; backwater cruise with all meals on board. Overnight on houseboat.
Day 06
Alleppey → Varkala (115 km, ~3 hrs)
Check out houseboat at 9:00 AM. Drive to Varkala. Check in to cliff-top resort. Spend the afternoon exploring the beach, Janardana Swami Temple and the famous natural spring. Sunset along the cliff promenade. Overnight in Varkala.
Day 07
Varkala → Trivandrum (50 km, ~1.5 hrs)
Morning leisure at Varkala beach. Check out and drive to Trivandrum. Afternoon: visit Padmanabhaswamy Temple (exterior) and Napier Museum. Evening at leisure. Overnight in Trivandrum.
Day 08
Trivandrum Departure
Breakfast and check-out. Transfer to Trivandrum Airport or Railway Station. Tour ends.
Included
- 1 night Kochi, 2 nights Munnar (3★), 1 night Thekkady (3★), 1 night Alleppey houseboat (all meals), 1 night Varkala cliff resort, 1 night Trivandrum
- Daily breakfast at hotels/resorts
- Private AC vehicle & driver throughout
- Kochi pickup & Trivandrum drop
- Periyar Lake boat ride & Kathakali show
- All fuel, tolls & driver allowance
- GST and service charges
Excluded
- Airfare / train tickets
- Personal expenses & shopping
- Meals other than specified
- National park & monument entry fees
- Travel insurance
- Anything not listed above
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