Kerala Honeymoon Classic — Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey, Kovalam tour package — 7N/8D itinerary, price and inclusions
India's third-most-popular domestic honeymoon, a classic Kerala circuit across hills, spice country, backwaters and beach over seven nights. The signature night is on a premium Alleppey houseboat with full board, drifting through the palm-fringed backwaters. Munnar brings tea estates, the tea museum, Mattupetty Dam and Echo Point; Thekkady offers a spice plantation walk and a Periyar lake boat ride; and Kovalam adds beach time, with an ayurvedic couples massage and a candlelight dinner for romance. It is a richly varied, comfortably paced honeymoon that captures Kerala's diversity. The Periyar boat ride and hill weather can affect plans, and the houseboat cruises through daytime hours before mooring overnight. starting at INR 70,000 per person. Covers Munnar 2N, Thekkady 1N, Alleppey 1N (houseboat), Kovalam 2N, Trivandrum 1N.
Kerala Honeymoon Classic — Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey, Kovalam package highlights
- One night premium houseboat in Alleppey with full board
- Munnar tea museum + Mattupetty dam + Echo Point
- Thekkady spice plantation and Periyar boat ride
- Kovalam beach
- Ayurvedic couples massage
- Candlelight dinner included
Kerala Honeymoon Classic — Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey, Kovalam day-by-day itinerary (7N/8D)
Day 1: Arrival & drive to Munnar
Arrive at Cochin, then drive up to the tea-clad hills of Munnar, checking in to your resort. Enjoy the cool mountain air and a relaxed first evening amid the greenery after the journey.
Day 2: Munnar sightseeing
Explore Munnar's highlights: the Tea Museum, Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point and the rolling tea estates with their viewpoints. Soak up the misty hill scenery and enjoy a cosy evening at the resort.
Day 3: Drive to Thekkady + spice plantation
Drive to Thekkady and visit a spice plantation to see cardamom, pepper and other Kerala spices growing, with a guided walk. A Periyar lake boat ride (subject to operations) offers chances to spot wildlife. Overnight in Thekkady.
Day 4: Alleppey houseboat night
Drive to Alleppey and board a premium houseboat for an overnight cruise with full board. Glide through the palm-fringed backwaters past village life and paddy fields, enjoying freshly cooked Kerala meals and a serene sunset on the water.
Day 5: Drive to Kovalam
Disembark after breakfast and drive south to the beach town of Kovalam, checking in to your resort. Spend the afternoon on the beach by the lighthouse and enjoy a relaxed seaside evening.
Day 6: Kovalam beach & ayurvedic massage
Relax on Kovalam's beaches and enjoy an ayurvedic couples massage, a Kerala specialty. Spend the rest of the day at leisure by the sea, with a candlelight dinner this evening.
Day 7: Trivandrum
Transfer to Trivandrum and, if time allows, see sights like the Padmanabhaswamy Temple area or the Napier Museum and zoo. Enjoy a final relaxed evening before departure tomorrow.
Day 8: Departure
After breakfast, transfer to Trivandrum airport for your flight home. Allow buffer for the short transfer and check-in.
Hotels in the Kerala Honeymoon Classic — Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey, Kovalam package
- Munnar (4-star): Spice Tree Munnar or similar, Fragrant Nature Munnar or similar
- Thekkady (4-star): The Elephant Court Thekkady or similar
- Alleppey (Premium houseboat): Premium Houseboat 1-bedroom AC or similar
- Kovalam (4-star beach): Uday Samudra Leisure Beach Hotel or similar, Hotel Sea Face or similar
- Trivandrum (4-star): Taj Vivanta Trivandrum or similar
What's included in the Kerala Honeymoon Classic — Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey, Kovalam package
- Return economy flights ex-Delhi/Mumbai
- 7 nights total: 4-star resorts + 1N premium houseboat
- Daily breakfast + dinner
- Premium houseboat with full board
- Munnar tea museum + sightseeing
- Thekkady spice plantation + Periyar boat ride
- Kovalam beach
- Ayurvedic couples massage
- Candlelight dinner
- All transfers
What's not included
- Lunches outside houseboat
- Eravikulam jeep
- Kalaripayattu show
- Travel insurance
Frequently asked questions
Is the houseboat truly private?
Yes, premium 1-bedroom houseboats are exclusively for one couple with chef, captain and crew. They cruise during the day and anchor at night.
Are houseboats air-conditioned?
Yes, premium boats have AC bedrooms (typically 9pm-6am to conserve generator). Older boats may have AC bedrooms only.
Best month for Kerala?
October to March is the season. Avoid monsoon (June-September) unless you specifically want lush green misty hills.
Is ayurvedic massage really romantic?
Single-table couples massages are offered at most 4-star resorts. Synchronised therapists, candles, oils and gentle music create a calm ritual.
Can we add Athirapally falls?
Yes, a day trip from Cochin or 1N stay at the Athirapally Falls Resort can be added at supplement.
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