Romantic Kerala Getaway: Kochi, Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey, Kumarakom

6 Nights & 7 Days

Celebrate love amid misty hills, wildlife, and tranquil backwaters with private houseboat, sunset cruises, spa rituals, and candlelight dinners across Kerala’s most romantic locales.

Cochin

Munnar

Thekkady

Alleppey

Kovalam

Inclusions

Cab Transfer

Hotel Stay

Meals

Sightseeing

Overview

Crafted for couples, this 6-night Romantic Kerala package blends cool hill stations, fragrant spice valleys, and the dreamy backwaters. Begin in heritage-rich Kochi before winding up to Munnar’s tea-clad slopes for sweeping viewpoints, nature walks, and time to unwind at a boutique resort. Continue to Thekkady for spice plantation trails and a serene Periyar Lake boat ride. Drift through Alleppey on your private houseboat, savoring fresh Kerala cuisine as palms mirror the sunset. Conclude in Kumarakom at a lakeside retreat with a soothing couple’s spa and a golden-hour shikara cruise. Private chauffeur, handpicked stays, and honeymoon touches—flowers, cake, and a candlelight dinner—make this the perfect celebration of love.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Kochi – Heritage lanes and sunset by the sea

Welcome to Kochi. Meet your private chauffeur at Cochin International Airport and drive to your boutique hotel in Fort Kochi. Explore Chinese Fishing Nets, St. Francis Church, and the Dutch Palace at Mattancherry, then browse antique shops in Jew Town. Capture sunset hues along the promenade and savor a romantic seaside dinner featuring Kerala seafood or vegetarian specialties. Optional add-on: private Kathakali backstage experience. Overnight in Kochi.

Day 2: Kochi to Munnar – Waterfalls, tea gardens and resort romance

After breakfast, drive 4–4.5 hours to Munnar via the scenic Western Ghats. Stop at Cheeyappara and Valara waterfalls and tea-carpeted viewpoints for dreamy couple photos. Check in to a valley-view resort, unwind with high tea, and stroll to Pothamedu or Attukad viewpoint for sunset. Evening at leisure with a curated candlelight dinner at the resort. Overnight in Munnar.

Day 3: Munnar – National park, lakes and candlelight dinner

Post breakfast, visit Eravikulam National Park (closed some weeks in Feb–Mar during calving) to spot the Nilgiri tahr and admire rolling grasslands. Continue to the Tea Museum for a tasting, then explore Rose Garden, Photo Point, Kundala Lake (paddle boating), and Top Station for sweeping vistas. Return for a soothing couple’s spa session (optional) and a private, poolside or garden candlelight dinner arranged with flowers and soft music. Overnight in Munnar.

Day 4: Munnar to Thekkady – Spice trails and Periyar cruise

Drive 3–3.5 hours to Thekkady through cardamom hills. Tour an organic spice plantation and learn about pepper, vanilla, and cinnamon. In the afternoon, enjoy a serene shared boat ride on Periyar Lake to spot birdlife and, with luck, elephants on the shore. Optional: guided nature walk or bamboo rafting with the Forest Department; Kalaripayattu martial arts show in the evening. Cozy time back at your rainforest-style retreat. Overnight in Thekkady.

Day 5: Thekkady to Alleppey – Private houseboat with honeymoon décor

Descend 4–4.5 hours to Alleppey and board your private deluxe/premium houseboat by noon. Cruise gently past palm-fringed canals, paddy fields and fishing villages. Relish onboard chef-prepared Kerala meals, a sweet honeymoon cake, and evening tea with banana fritters. Pause for sunset on the upper deck and enjoy stargazing after dinner. Air-conditioning runs overnight in bedrooms; the crew anchors by 5:30–6:00 pm as per backwater regulations. Overnight on the houseboat.

Day 6: Alleppey to Kumarakom – Lakeside luxury and sunset shikara

After breakfast, disembark and take a short 45–60 minute drive to Kumarakom. Check in to a serene resort on Vembanad Lake. Visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary or simply lounge by the infinity pool. Later, set out on a private shikara or speedboat for a golden-hour cruise, followed by a curated private dinner by the lagoon or under a pergola with floral décor. Optional: couples’ Ayurveda therapy. Overnight in Kumarakom.

Day 7: Kumarakom to Kochi – Souvenir time and departure

Enjoy a lazy breakfast and depart for Kochi (1.5–2 hours). Time permitting, shop for spices, handmade soaps, and Kasavu sarees, or stop at a waterfront café. Your chauffeur will drop you at Cochin International Airport for your onward flight with hearts full of Kerala memories.

Essential Guidelines

Inclusions

6 nights accommodation in carefully selected boutique/resort stays (Kochi 1N, Munnar 2N, Thekkady 1N, Alleppey private houseboat 1N, Kumarakom 1N)
Daily breakfast at hotels; all meals on houseboat (lunch, evening snacks, dinner, breakfast)
Private air-conditioned chauffeur-driven vehicle for all transfers and sightseeing
Romantic touches: bed flower decoration (once), honeymoon cake (once), one curated candlelight dinner
Sightseeing as per itinerary, parking, tolls, driver allowances
Periyar shared boat ride tickets (subject to availability) or equivalent sightseeing inclusion
All current applicable taxes

Exclusions

Airfare/train fare, visa, travel insurance
Entrance fees, rides, activities not mentioned as included (Eravikulam entry, tea museum, shikara in Kumarakom, cultural shows, spa treatments)
Meals not specified; beverages, personal expenses, tips
Early check-in/late check-out, festival or peak season surcharges
Anything not expressly listed under Inclusions

Travel Notes

Best time: Oct–Mar for crisp skies; Apr–May for clearer viewpoints; Jun–Sep monsoon is lush and romantic with intermittent showers.
Approx driving times: Kochi–Munnar 4–4.5 hrs; Munnar–Thekkady 3–3.5 hrs; Thekkady–Alleppey 4–4.5 hrs; Alleppey–Kumarakom 45–60 mins; Kumarakom–Kochi 1.5–2 hrs. Start early for smoother travel.
Houseboat check-in 12:00–12:30 pm; check-out 9:00 am. As per backwater regulations, cruising pauses by dusk and resumes after breakfast.
Eravikulam National Park may close for the Nilgiri tahr calving season (usually some weeks Feb–Mar). We will offer alternate sightseeing if closed.
Upgrade options: 4/5-star resorts, premium/luxury houseboat, private sedan/SUV, pool-access rooms, Jacuzzi villas, floating breakfast setups.
What to pack: light cottons, a light jacket for Munnar, comfortable walking shoes, rainwear in monsoon, sunscreen, insect repellent.
Responsible travel: carry a reusable bottle, avoid single-use plastics on the backwaters, respect wildlife guidelines, and dress modestly at places of worship.
Customization available for anniversaries, proposals, and babymoons—ask for floral arches, musician-on-call, photographer, or private picnic in tea gardens (where permitted).

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