asia·Multi-day tour·12 days
12-Day South India Discovery Tour from Kochi: Alleppey, Periyar, Madurai, Kanyakumari and Kovalam | Meenakshi Amman Temple and Houseboat Backwaters
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What you'll experience
Highlights
• Discover Kochi's colonial heritage with Fort Kochi, Chinese fishing nets, and a traditional Kathakali dance show
• Relax along Kerala's coast and cruise the backwaters on an overnight Alleppey houseboat
• Experience wildlife and nature in Periyar with bamboo rafting, jungle trekking, and an optional elephant safari
• Explore South India's most sacred temples, including Meenakshi Amman Temple and Rameshwaram's holy sites
• Enjoy coastal serenity at Kanyakumari and Kovalam, with scenic beaches and cultural landmarks
• Relax along Kerala's coast and cruise the backwaters on an overnight Alleppey houseboat
• Experience wildlife and nature in Periyar with bamboo rafting, jungle trekking, and an optional elephant safari
• Explore South India's most sacred temples, including Meenakshi Amman Temple and Rameshwaram's holy sites
• Enjoy coastal serenity at Kanyakumari and Kovalam, with scenic beaches and cultural landmarks
12 days
Day-by-day itinerary
- 1
Day 1 — Arrival at Kochi
On the day of arrival at Kochi airport, our representative will assist you at the airport and later transfer to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself, later proceed for guided tour to Cochin, visit Fort Kochi, Dutch Palace, Chinese Fishing Net, Indo Portuguese Museum and Marine Drive. In the evening time enjoy the kathakali dance show, one of India's most famous classical dances with lavish costumes, exotic makeup & masks intensify the beauty of the dancers, intricate moments. Overnight at Hotel.Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: 3 Star Hotel - 2
Day 2 — At Kochi
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day sightseeing tour to Kochi visit, Fort Kochi, Jewish synagogue, St.Francis Church, Marine Drive, Hill Palace, Dutch Palace, Pareekshit Thampuran Museum, Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica, Bolgatty Island, Indo Portuguese Museum. In the evening time enjoy the kathakali dance show, one of India's most famous classical dances with lavish costumes, exotic makeup & masks intensify the beauty of the dancers, intricate moments. Overnight at Hotel.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: 3 Star Hotel - 3
Day 3 — Kochi - Marari (44 Kms / 1.30 Hrs)
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Mararikulam. Upon arrival at Mararikulam check-in to your pre-booked resort for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Resort.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: 3 Star Resort/Hotel - 4
Day 4 — Marari - Alleppey (20 Kms / 1 Hrs)
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and proceed for backwater to enjoy the houseboat journey. Upon arrival at Alleppey check-in to your pre-booked houseboat for night stay. Later proceed for backwaters & lagoons on Alappuzha, Enjoy your lunch and dinner at houseboat. Evening walk around the local street of Alappuzha. Overnight at Houseboat.Meals: B: Included, L: Included, D: IncludedStay: Standard House Boat - 5
Day 5 — Alleppey - Periyar/Thekkady (115 Kms / 3 Hrs)
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Periyar. Periyar wildlife sanctuary is one of biggest wildlife sanctuaries in India's which covers 777 Sq. Km (300 Sq. miles) for a Tiger Reserve. Upon arrival at Periyar check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Later proceed for half day tour to Periyar enjoy the Bamboo Rafting & Border Hiking are a unique program available in Periyar, Elephant safari at Periyar wildlife sanctuary. Overnight at Hotel.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: 3 Star Hotel - 6
Day 6 — Periyar/Thekkady - Madurai (150 Kms / 4 Hrs)
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Madurai. Upon arrival at Madurai check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: 3 Star Hotel - 7
Day 7 — At Madurai
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Madurai, visit Meenakshi Amman Temple, Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace, Gandhi Memorial Museum, Adhi Chokkanathar, Subramaniya Suwami Temple and Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam. Also visit Chokkanathar Temple and Samanar Hills also known as Samanar Malai or Amanarmalai at Keelakuilkudi. After finish your guided tour to Madurai, later experience the evening prayer ceremony at the Meenakshi Temple. Overnight at Hotel.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: 3 Star Hotel - 8
Day 8 — Madurai - Rameshwaram (170 Kms / 3.30 Hrs)
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Rameshwaram. Upon arrival at Rameshwaram check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself, later proceed for sightseeing tour to Rameshwaram, visit Ramanathaswamy Temple, Sri Panchamukhi Hanuman Temple, Ramar Patham (Ram jharoka Temple) and take a holy dip to Agni Teertham. Also visit Dhanushkodi - The last land of India and visit various temples and beaches. Overnight at Hotel.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: 3 Star Hotel - 9
Day 9 — Rameshwaram - Kanyakumari (310 Kms / 6 Hrs)
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Kanyakumari. Upon arrival at Kovalam check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: 3 Star Hotel - 10
Day 10 — Kanyakumari - Kovalam (90 Kms / 2.30 Hrs)
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later visit Swami Vivekananda Rock Memorial, Kanyakumari mandir (One of the Fifty Two Shakti Peethas), Tri samudra milan, Mahatma Gandhi Mandapam also Sthanumalayan Temple. After finish your sightseeing tour at Kanyakumari, later check out and drive to Kovalam, via en-route visit to Padmanabhapuram palace at Padmanabhapuram. Upon arrival at Kovalam check in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: 3 Star Hotel - 11
Day 11 — At Kovalam
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later get ready to explore the lovely places in Kovalam, visit Samudra Beach, Lighthouse Beach, Poovar Beach and Vizhinjam Beach. Also visit Vizhinjam Marine Aquarium, Halcyon Castle, Fishing Harbour and Rock Cut Cave Temple. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: 3 Star Hotel - 12
Day 12 — Kovalam - Trivandrum (18 Kms / 34 Min) and Departure
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Trivandrum airport to board the flight for your next destination / Home.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: 3 Star Hotel
What's included
Included
- 11 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis.
- Assistance during arrival and departure.
- 11 Breakfast at Hotel, 1 Lunch & 1 Dinner at Houseboat.
- All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC vehicle.
- Local English speaking guide at Kochi, Rameshwaram and Madurai.
- One mineral water bottle per person per day.
- All currently applicable taxes including GST.
Not included
- International/Internal flights to/from the start/finish of the trip
- All personal expenses including hotel room service and meals; however, you have the option to pay for meals that tour guide arranges
- Optional tours (Items and prices may vary due to different seasons and are subject to the final confirmation made by tour guide when on tour.)
- Monument entry fees
- Visas Fee (if applicable)
- Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature
- Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you'll receive after booking)
Cancellation policy
| When you cancel | Refund | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 0–30 days before | 0% | Cancellation Made Within 30 days prior to departure, No Refund |
| 31+ days before | 50% | Cancellation Made 31 or more days prior to departure, Refund 50% of total purchase amount |
Important info
Special notes
- Frequently Asked Questions
Are airport transfers included in this tour?
- Yes.
Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
- Yes.
Are the local guides are available other language?
- Yes, All language local guides are available as per request.
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
- Yes.
Can I join the tour once it has departed?
- Yes, although you will have to make your own way to where the group is heading to out of your own expense.
Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
- Yes.
Do I need to purchase travel insurance before travelling?
- Absolutely. Every traveler is required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their tour. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.
Do you require a visa for this holiday?
- Only for foreign national traveler.
Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
- Most of the places you will get free Wi-FI.
Is the transportation is air conditioned?
- Yes.
Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
- Yes.
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
- Yes. .
What currencies are required for this tour?
- Currency always depend on the country.
What documents will I receive before I travel?
- You will receive all the booking pack with all the pick up times.
What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
- 100% departure if there is single traveler.
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
- Please speak to our sales team as soon as possible to see how we can help.
What is the maximum group size?
- 10.
What is the standard of the hotels on the tour?
- 3 Star.
What is the tipping policy?
- Tips always optional.
Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
- Yes.
Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
- Yes.
Pricing notes (children, single supplement)
* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double applies when two people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Maximum room capacity: 2 people.
* Child with a bed enjoys the same price as an adult.
* Price for Double applies when two people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Maximum room capacity: 2 people.
* Child with a bed enjoys the same price as an adult.
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