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Day 1: Arrival at Kochi Airport (COK) ➔ Scenic Mountain Drive to Munnar (2N)

Board your morning flight from New Delhi and touch down at Cochin International Airport (COK). Meet your courteous, dedicated chauffeur at the arrival concourse. Embark on a scenic 4-hour uphill drive to Munnar, climbing past rubber plantations, spice groves, and cascading roadside waterfalls such as Cheeyappara and Valara. Check into your handpicked 3-star mountain resort, breathe the cool pine-scented mountain air, and spend your evening relaxing. Overnight stay in Munnar.

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Day 2: Full Day Munnar Sightseeing: Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point & Tea Museum

After a delicious breakfast, set out for a full day of exploration in the high ranges of Munnar. Visit the tranquil water reservoir of Mattupetty Dam for optional speedboating, listen to your voice reverberate across misty pine ridges at Echo Point, and stroll along the tea slopes of Kundala Lake. Later, tour the Tata Tea Museum to learn the historic art of orthodox tea processing and sample freshly brewed high-grown black tea. Return to your resort for an overnight stay in Munnar.

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Day 3: Munnar to Thekkady (1N): Spice Plantations & Periyar Lake Boating

Enjoy breakfast and drive south through the scenic Cardamom Hills to Thekkady (Periyar). Check into your hotel and take a guided walking tour through an aromatic spice plantation to touch and smell fresh cardamom, cinnamon, pepper vines, and nutmeg. In the afternoon, embark on an exhilarating motorboat safari across Periyar Lake, watching for herds of wild elephants, sambar deer, and birds along the water’s edge. In the evening, optionally witness classical Kathakali dance and Kalaripayattu martial arts performances. Overnight stay in Thekkady.

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Day 4: Thekkady to Alleppey (1N): Venice of the East & Backwater Cruise

Descend from the hills toward the backwater capital of India—Alleppey (Alappuzha). Arrive at the jetty and board your traditional wooden houseboat or scenic backwater cruise. Glide through the interconnected canals of Vembanad Lake, passing swaying coconut palms, Chinese fishing nets, lush paddy fields, and quiet village life. Savor freshly prepared Kerala delicacies and watch a golden sunset mirror across the tranquil lagoons. Overnight stay in Alleppey.

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Day 5: Alleppey to Varkala (1N): The Red Cliffs & Papanasam Beach Sunset

After breakfast, travel south along the coastal highway toward Varkala. Known for its dramatic red laterite cliffs that rise directly out of the Arabian Sea, Varkala offers a bohemian, relaxed coastal atmosphere. Check into your resort and spend your afternoon strolling along the North Cliff promenade lined with charming cafes and artisan shops. Visit the sacred Papanasam Beach, where natural spring waters are believed to wash away impurities. Watch a spectacular sunset from the cliff’s edge. Overnight stay in Varkala.

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Day 6: Varkala to Kovalam (2N) via Jatayu Earth’s Center

Enjoy breakfast before heading toward the iconic beach paradise of Kovalam. En route, stop at Chadayamangalam to visit Jatayu Earth’s Center, featuring the world’s largest bird sculpture perched atop a rocky hill, accessible via a thrilling cable car ropeway. Arrive in Kovalam, check into your beachside resort, and spend the evening enjoying the gentle surf and swimming pools. Overnight stay in Kovalam.

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Day 7: Kovalam Beach Leisure & Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple Excursion

After breakfast, embark on a short morning drive into Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) to seek divine blessings at the historic Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, renowned for its golden Dravidian architecture and spiritual sanctity. In the afternoon, return to Kovalam to relax on Lighthouse Beach and Hawa Beach. Climb the 142 steps of the striped Vizhinjam Lighthouse for a 360-degree panoramic view of the coastline. Celebrate your final evening with a special seaside dinner. Overnight stay in Kovalam.

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Day 8: Breakfast & Departure Transfer to Trivandrum Airport (TRV)

Savor a relaxed final breakfast by the sea. Complete hotel check-out formalities and meet your private chauffeur for a short, smooth transfer to Trivandrum International Airport (TRV). Board your direct return flight to New Delhi, carrying lifelong memories, aromatic spices, and photographs of God’s Own Country with Global Getaways!

✔ What is Included in ₹29,550/-

• • 7 Nights Accommodation: Munnar (2N), Thekkady (1N), Alleppey (1N), Varkala (1N), Kovalam (2N).

• • Daily Buffet Breakfast: Fresh morning meals included at all 3★ hotels.

• • All Tours & Transfers: Dedicated private AC vehicle for the whole trip.

• • Smart Open-Jaw Logistics: Pick Kochi (COK) & Drop Trivandrum (TRV).

• • All Vehicle Expenses: Driver bhatta, parking fees, highway tolls & fuel.

• • Customised Options: 4-Star upgrades & private houseboats available.

✖ What is Excluded

• • Airfare: Return flights from Delhi (Arranged on actuals).

• • Activity Fees: Periyar boating, Jatayu cable car & Kathakali tickets.

• • Meals Not Specified: Lunches and dinners (unless booked on MAP/AP).

• • Personal Expenses: Laundry, telephone calls, ayurvedic spa treatments.

• • Taxes: 5% GST as applicable.

📍 Top Pure Vegetarian Dining in Munnar & Thekkady

• • Saravana Bhavan (Munnar Town): Famous for piping hot dosas, idlis, sambar, and authentic North Indian thalis.

• • Hotel Gurubhavan (Munnar): Celebrated for homestyle vegetarian meals and Kerala parottas with vegetable kurma.

• • Arya Bhavan (Thekkady): Reliable pure vegetarian dining serving fresh phulkas, dal tadka, and paneer butter masala.

📍 Top Vegetarian Dining in Alleppey & Trivandrum

• • Thaff Restaurant (Alleppey): Wide variety of vegetarian and North Indian dishes with comfortable family seating.

• • Mothers Veg Plaza (Trivandrum): World-renowned for authentic Kerala Sadhya with over 20 side dishes and payasams.

• • Dedicated Chauffeur Drop: Your private driver happily drops your family at preferred vegetarian restaurants daily.

“Visited their office last week which is just next to Singla’s Sweets in Madhu Vihar. Superb planning by Global Getaways! The pick Kochi and drop Trivandrum route saved us so much driving time. The hotels in Munnar and Kovalam were fantastic. Friendly people with family-like treatment!”

— Rahul Kant Prasher
Madhu Vihar, East Delhi (Google Verified Review)

“The entire agency was professional and helpful from the beginning. We had checked with a few other agencies in Preet Vihar, and found the rates and services of Global Getaways suitable for our family. The dedicated Ertiga cab and driver were punctual throughout. 100% recommended!”

— Aryan Khan
IP Extension, Delhi NCR (Google Verified Review)

“Best service provider and best rates in East Delhi! Aakash and team arranged our Alleppey houseboat and Kovalam resort stay seamlessly. Having 24/7 WhatsApp assistance from our local neighborhood office gave us complete peace of mind.”

— Prateek Chitkara
Preet Vihar, East Delhi (Google Verified Review)