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Luxury Honeymoon: 9 days in mainland Kerala

  • Athirappilly 1N
  • Munnar 2N
  • Thekkady 1N
  • Kumarakom 1N
  • Houseboat 1N
  • Varkala 2N
  • Tour Itinerary
  • Kerala
  • Indus Holidays Bestseller
Suitable for

Couple

Duration

8 Nights 9 Days

Category

Hills/ Backwaters

Package type

Luxury

Begin the next phase of life with a vacation that you will never forget. Lend your honeymoon to a blend of unique experiences which range from thrill to pure indulgence. If you are in a mood to splurge on a lavish honeymoon, look no further, we have the best of Kerala on offer here! with top

Starting from

30000

/person

Experience Highlights

  • Rainforest
  • Tea town
  • Backwaters
  • Luxuriate in the exclusive, unique and fascinating views of a forest tree-house
  • Feel what it is like to dress up in Kerala traditional wear and click a honeymoon selfie
  • Enjoy a couple massages in a backwater resort and stay in a forest resort viewing the Athirapilly waterfalls
  • Go on a couple cycle-ride through the beautiful tea gardens of Munnar
  • Enjoy each other’s company on a candle light dinner in a beautiful eco-friendly houseboat

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Tour Summary

  • 9 Days
  • 7 Destinations
  • Short daily travel
  • Day 1 - Kochi - Athirapilli
  • Day 2 - Athirapilli - Munnar
  • Day 3 - Explore Munnar
  • Day 4 - Munnar - Thekkady
  • Day 5 - Thekkady - Kumarakom
  • Day 6 - Kumarakom - Alleppy
  • Day 7 - Alleppey - Varkala
  • Day 8 - Explore Varkala
  • Day 9 - Departure from Trivandrum

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1

  • Kochi to Athirappilly
  • 1 hr
  • 45 kms

Tucked in a dense rainforest is the stunning sight of the Chalakudy river taking an 80 ft plunge down a rock-face and flowing into the distant horizon. A stayover at Athirappilly offers you a chance to tune into the rhythm of the jungle, meet some wild friends and awaken to the intimate rumble of Keralas biggest waterfall.

Stay at Athirappilly

AC Private Cab

Our drivers are trained and professional. They are well versed with the destinations and also help for your requirements while on tour.

Casa Rio

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Executive Cottage

Insider Tips by Indus Indus Holidays

Did you know that the rainforest of Athirapilly is the only habitat in India for endangered species of Hornbills?

All such local insider tips is here: Local's guide to Athirappilly 

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Day 2

  • Athirappilly to Munnar
  • 3.5 hrs
  • 145 kms

More than an intimate hill town, Munnar is a mood, an aspiration rather. Carpets of emerald-green plantations in the worlds highest tea-growing regions, its vibrant hill culture and scenes of tranquil mornings with mist clinging to mountain tops together create one of Asia's most compelling destinations.

  • MORNINGMeet our representative at the airport & start a scenic drive uphill through spice towns and winding roads.
  • Enroute, visit a plantation village with farm tour or halt fortraditional lunch(optional)
  • Stop to take a snap of amazing views atCheeyappara WaterfallsandValara Waterfalls(seasonal)
  • AFTERNOONCheck-in to your hill resort by late afternoon and relax while connecting to the hills
  • Unwind at your resort tonight with inhouse activities and dinner.

Stay at Munnar

AC Private Cab

Our drivers are trained and professional. They are well versed with the destinations and also help for your requirements while on tour.

Lake view Resort

(See our stay selections)

Premium Room

Insider Tips by Indus Indus Holidays

Did you know that Munnar was once the summer capital of British and favourite among Government elites during colonial times.

All such local insider tips is here:

All such local insider tips is here: Local's guide to Munnar 

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Activity Add-ons

Day 3

  • Explore Munnar
  • Full Day
  • In Town

Everyone’s Munnar can be different, so tune it your taste. First timers can choose between must see attractions and lesser travelled day excursions. Adventurous souls can wake early to beat crowds, go full day trekking or ride a bike around the hills. When energies start to flag, a good, steaming Munnar brew is never far away.

  • MORNINGWake up to a magical golden hour sunrise and take a misty plantation walk.
  • After breakfast, wander a few kilometres out toEravikulam National Park(Half day tour).
  • Get on one of the govt operated mini buses which routes around Anamudi, the highest peak south of Himalayas.
  • Hike along high altitude grasslands which offers amazing views of the mountain ridges accompanied by the endangered Nilgiri Tahr.
  • AFTERNOONVisit theTea Museumwhere you could explore artefacts from colonial times besides witnessing the tea processing procedure.
  • As the day unfolds, take a few snaps at Photo-point before heading toMattupetty Dam(opt for speed boat rides here).
  • Amongst the tea valley isEcho Pointwhere you can hear your voice resounding through the hills.
  • Also cover Elephant arrival spot and the more scenic Kundala Lake.
  • Return to your resort late evening after shopping at Munnars local market

Stay at Munnar

AC Private Cab

Our drivers are trained and professional. They are well versed with the destinations and also help for your requirements while on tour.

Lake view Resort

(See our stay selections)

Premium Room

Insider Tips by Indus Indus Holidays

Did you know that Munnar was once the summer capital of British and favourite among Government elites during colonial times.

All such local insider tips is here: Local's guide to Munnar 

View more tips

Activity Add-ons

Day 4

  • Munnar to Thekkady
  • 3 hrs
  • 90 kms

Sheltered in the tranquil spice hub of Periyar is one of India’s best managed wildlife reserves (home to 40 odd hard-to-spot tigers) and a 25-sq-km artificial lake perfect for a scenic spotting cruise. Dig deeper into the range of activities, perhaps trek with a tribal villager or go rafting to see Periyar’s real jungle magic unravel.

  • MORNINGAfter breakfast, drive through a landscape of cardamom plantations, grasslands and tea gardens to the forests of Thekkady.
  • Halt at aSpice Plantationlearn from an expert about cultivation and the healing power of spices (Optional)
  • Enjoy a scenic Lake cruise inside the thickly forestedPeriyar Reserveto spot wildlife by the water edge
  • EVENINGVisit a local theatre to see warriors showcaseKalaripayattua 3000 year old Keralan martial art (Optional)
  • Shop around the spice town tonight, enjoy dinner and relax at your resort

Stay at Thekkady

AC Private Cab

Our drivers are trained and professional. They are well versed with the destinations and also help for your requirements while on tour.

Spices Lap Plantation Resort

(See our stay selections)

Heritage

Insider Tips by Indus Indus Holidays

Did you know that the 100-year-old lake, surrounded by Periyar wild-life sanctuary is artificial?

All such local insider tips is here: Local's guide to Thekkady 

View more tips

Activity Add-ons

Day 5

  • Thekkady to Kumarakom
  • 4.5 hrs
  • 170 kms

Discover the most fascinating waterworld on earth - every road is a canal, every home is an island. Kumarakom will marvel you with its unique biodiverse landscape, heavenly local cuisine and its altogether different ‘backwater village’ lifestyle.

  • MORNINGEnjoy a scenic drive past paddy fields and palms to your backwater resort
  • Experience atraditional lunchand settle into the gentle pace of life here
  • Ayurveda therapies would be a great option for the late afternoon
  • EVENINGUnwind at the resort as you witness boats pass by and a relaxed backwater sunset
  • Walks to explore local villages and fresh seafood at shaaps will be fun before relaxing for the night

Stay at Kumarakom

AC Private Cab

Our drivers are trained and professional. They are well versed with the destinations and also help for your requirements while on tour.

Lake song

(See our stay selections)

Deluxe Room

Insider Tips by Indus Indus Holidays

Kumarakom bird sanctuary is home to a wide range of avifauna including local and migratory ones.

All such local insider tips is here: Local's guide to Kumarakom 

View more tips

Activity Add-ons

Day 6

  • Kumarakom to Alleppey
  • 45 min
  • 30 kms

To glide along backwater canals by day and to sleep under a sky full of stars, a houseboat cruise is pure enchantment! Your private boat, setup as a home on a traditional rice barge, takes you on a journey to discover a water-world brimming with experiences that last a lifetime.

  • MORNINGTake a short drive through vibrant villages to board your Kettuvallom
  • Your cruise will take you through splendid waterways giving you sights of homes on the backwaters, shops, the people and their villages.
  • AFTERNOONStop to enjoy atraditional lunch in houseboatfreshly prepared by the chef on your boat
  • Drift by canals fringed with endless paddy fields while you socialise with your crew. Watch backwater life unfold from your boat deck.
  • EVENINGYour houseboat will be anchored near a village, Stroll around to interact with locals, go fishing and witness a spectacular sunset.
  • Relax after dinner on the boat experiencing the gentle lapping of water, night sky and balmy breeze.

Stay in Houseboat

AC Private Cab

Our drivers are trained and professional. They are well versed with the destinations and also help for your requirements while on tour.

Deluxe Houseboat

(See our stay selections)

Deluxe Room

Insider Tips by Indus Indus Holidays

Did you know Kettuvallams were once used to ship agricultural produce from homes by backwaters to market in nearby towns.

All such local insider tips is here: Local's guide to Alleppey 

View more tips

Activity Add-ons

Day 7

  • Alleppey to Varkala
  • 3.5 hrs
  • 120 kms

Perched almost perilously along the edge of a majestic cliff, Varkala has a uniquely beautiful setting for its stretch of clear sand extending into the sea. Add on warm waves for surfing, the cleaner beaches around to escape crowds, its relaxed cafe culture and we have Kerala's most popular backpacker hang-out.

  • MORNINGToday, drive along the coastal belt to arrive at Varkala
  • Freshen up, dab some sunscreen, put on shades and head out toNorth Cliff 
  • Stroll along the cliff lines narrow path to cute cafes and tiny shops that sell you everything
  • EVENINGAt golden hour, behold the majestic view of the Arabian sea below your feet and enjoy a long walk in the wet sand
  • As the sun sets, restaurants light candles on every table and play soothing world music to set a perfect open dining

Stay at Varkala

AC Private Cab

Our drivers are trained and professional. They are well versed with the destinations and also help for your requirements while on tour.

Elixir Resort

(See our stay selections)

Deluxe Room

Insider Tips by Indus Indus Holidays

It is believed that a dip in Varkala’s Papanasam beach will wash away all sins.

All such local insider tips is here: Local's guide to Varkala 

View more tips

Activity Add-ons

Day 8

  • Explore Varkala
  • Full Day
  • In Town

Today is set aside for you to explore Varkala and pursue activities of your interest. There are quite a few in-house activities like yoga, learning to cook with spices, or ayurveda. The outdoor options include temple tours and village tours among others.

  • MORNINGStart your day with guided yoga by the beach side and spend the day pampering yourself
  • Consider visiting the 2000 year oldJanardhana Templeatop the hill that adds an element of mysticism to Varkala.
  • The pious mineral springs, fishing hamlets ofFort Anjengoare other popular outings.
  • EVENINGWould be a great time to watch a dance-dramaKathakalishow.
  • Unwind at the dinner with a quiet dinner.

 

Stay at Varkala

AC Private Cab

Our drivers are trained and professional. They are well versed with the destinations and also help for your requirements while on tour.

Elixir Resort

(See our stay selections)

Deluxe Room

Insider Tips by Indus Indus Holidays

It is believed that a dip in Varkala’s Papanasam beach will wash away all sins.

All such local insider tips is here: Local's guide to Varkala 

View more tips

Activity Add-ons

Day 9

  • Departure From Trivandrum
  • 1.5 hrs
  • 50 kms

Keralas capital city keeps a tight grip on its heritage while wholeheartedly acting as a springboard to its nearby beaches. With its fair share of food spots and intriguing sights - majestic temples, glorious palaces and a cluster of victorian museums in neo-keralan buildings - Thiruvananthapuram clearly justifies a visit

  • MORNINGStart the day at the city's key icon and architectural marvel, thePadmanabha Swami Templefamous for being the richest temple in the world (Entry for Hindus only)
  • Drop byKuthiramalikaa magnificent wooden palace known for its horse sculpture work
  • ExploreNapier Museuma unique naturally air conditioned structure housing a rare collection of oil paintings and artefacts.
  • Shop for artefacts and curios if interested (optional).
  • EVENINGDrop back at Airport bidding farewell to gods own country with memories to last for a life time.

Departure From Trivandrum

AC Private Cab

Our drivers are trained and professional. They are well versed with the destinations and also help for your requirements while on tour.

Insider Tips by Indus Indus Holidays

The 18-foot-long idol of Lord Vishnu has to be viewed through three seperate doors.

All such local insider tips is here: Local's guide to Trivandrum 

View more tips

Activity Add-ons

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  • Athirappilly 1N
  • Munnar 2N
  • Thekkady 1N
  • Kumarakom 1N
  • Houseboat 1N
  • Varkala 2N

8 Nights Super Deluxe Package

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29700 / person

These are indicative Rates (per person). Subject to variation based on choice of stay, group size, activities, dates, routes, transportation and other price hikes.

8 Nights Premium Package

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36400 / person

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8 Nights Premium Tree House Package

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42800 / person

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8 Nights Luxury Package

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43600 / person

These are indicative Rates (per person). Subject to variation based on choice of stay, group size, activities, dates, routes, transportation and other price hikes.

We handle each booking individually to get best possible prices and inclusions. This means our negotiating power can often lower prices or get more inclusions than indicated here. Give us a try!

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