Our best Kerala tour package for 8 days and 7 nights takes you through everything that makes God's Own Country so special, from hills and spices to backwaters and beaches. Begin in Kochi with the Chinese fishing nets, old Portuguese churches, and a colorful Kathakali performance. Head up to Munnar for two nights among endless tea plantations, waterfalls, and the Nilgiri tahr at Eravikulam National Park. In Thekkady, walk through fragrant spice gardens, cruise on Periyar Lake, and watch the ancient martial art of Kalaripayattu. Then slow right down on an overnight Alleppey houseboat, gently drifting past swaying coconut palms, paddy fields, and little villages along Kerala's peaceful backwaters. As your Kerala tour draws to a close, enjoy two leisurely nights at Kovalam Beach with a boat excursion to beautiful Poovar Island and a visit to Trivandrum’s legendary Padmanabhaswamy Temple. With our expertly chosen hotels, houseboat accommodation on an overnight cruise, three meals a day, and a private car, this is the ultimate Kerala holiday touring package for all sorts of budgets.
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Best Kerala Tour Package – 8 Days 7 Nights with Munnar, Thekkady, Houseboat & Kovalam
7N / 8DKerala

Package Overview
What to Expect
Eight days of misty hills, spice trails, tranquil backwaters, and golden beaches in God's Own Country.
- Enjoy an enchanting stay in Kerala.
- Fort Kochi heritage walk.
- Kathakali dance show.
- Thekkady spice garden tour.
- Periyar Lake boat ride.
- Alleppey houseboat stay.
- Kerala backwater cruise.
- Kovalam Beach sunsets.
- Poovar Isolated Island boat ride.
Day Wise Itinerary
1
Welcome to Kerala — Fort Kochi Heritage & Kathakali
Arrive at Kochi airport, and meet our representative, who will escort you to your hotel for a short rest. Discover Fort Kochi and marvel at the giant Chinese fishing nets, St. Francis Church, Mattancherry Palace, and the many antique shops in Jew Town. Later, witness a traditional Kathakali dance show and get immersed in local culture. Overnight in Kochi
2
Kochi to Munnar — Waterfalls & Tea Gardens
Drive up into the cool western ghats. The road winds through misty hills and green spice estates on the way in. Stop to take pictures of (or perhaps even have a chance to take a dip in) the pretty Cheeyappara and Valara waterfalls before arriving in Munnar that afternoon. Spend an easy evening walking around the endless rolling tea gardens. Overnight: Munnar
3
Eravikulam, Tea Museum & Mattupetty Dam
Start touring from Eravikulam National Park, home to the rare and endemic Nilgiri tahr. Marvel at a view of the Anamudi peak. Discover how your morning cuppa is created at the Tata Tea museum. Witness the famous Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, and the serene Kundala Lake. Go back to your hotel in time to enjoy a cozy night in Munnar, amidst the cool evenings of the hill station. Overnight: Munnar
4
Munnar to Thekkady — Spices & Periyar Lake
Drive through cardamom hills to Thekkady and take a guided walk through a spice plantation grown with pepper, cardamom, and cinnamon. Take a boat ride on Periyar Lake inside the tiger reserve while keeping an eye out for elephants, deer, and birds along the banks. In the evening, enjoy the exciting Kalaripayattu martial art show, one of the world’s oldest fighting forms. have an overnight stay at Thekkady
5
Alleppey Houseboat — Life on the Backwaters
Drive to Alleppey and enjoy a houseboat cruise through the backwaters of Kerala. Discover coconut groves, paddy fields, and a glimpse of local village life passing by as your chef prepares traditional Kerala meals on board. As the sun goes down, sit back and relax on the decks of your houseboat or take a peaceful evening stroll around the estuaries. You will be sleeping on board the houseboat. Overnight: Alleppey Houseboat
6
Alleppey to Kovalam — Beach Time
Enjoy breakfast on your houseboat before returning to explore Kovalam, a popular beach town about an hour's drive from Colombo. Check into your resort and spend your afternoon soaking up the scenery or enjoying an Ayurvedic massage (at your own expense). Take a walk to the Lighthouse Beach in the late afternoon for an incredible view of the Arabian Sea. Overnight: Kovalam
7
Padmanabhaswamy Temple & Poovar Island
Visit the magnificent Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, followed by a visit to the Napier Museum housed in an interesting building of traditional architecture (modest dress is required for visiting temples). Alternatively, an afternoon excursion to the mangroves by boat, going to Poovar Island, which is joined to the mainland by a narrow strip of land and where the backwaters give way to a golden sand beach. Return to Kovalam for a relaxed farewell dinner with the group. Overnight: Kovalam
8
Goodbye Kerala — Departure
Enjoy a final breakfast with sea views and a last walk along the beach. Our driver will drop you at Trivandrum airport or railway station for your journey home. Leave with a calm mind, a happy heart and memories of God's Own Country.
Inclusion/Exclusions
Inclusions
- - Hotel stay, 6 nights
- - Houseboat stay, 1 night
- - Daily breakfast and dinner
- - All meals on the houseboat
- - Private AC cab sightseeing
- - Airport pickup and drop
Exclusions
- - Flights or train tickets
- - Lunch except the houseboat
- - Entry and show tickets
- - Boating charges
- - Ayurvedic spa treatments
- Personal expenses
Additional Info
Cancellation Policy
30+ days before departure: 10% of package cost deducted 29–15 days before: 25% deducted 14–7 days before: 50% deducted 6–0 days before / no-show: No refund Houseboat advance is non-refundable once confirmed
Starting from
₹35,000₹30,999 Per Person
Duration: 7N / 8D
Places to Visit: Kerala
