13 Nights - 14 Days
Leisure Kerala & Pilgrim Tour
This 13 Nights 14 Days Leisure Kerala & Pilgrim Tour covers a wide range of destinations and activities across Kerala and Tamil Nadu, beginning with arrival in Cochin and travel to Munnar with en route views of Cheyyara and Valara Waterfalls. The Munnar sightseeing includes Rajamalai (Eravikulam) National Park, Nilgiri Tahr viewing, Anamudi Peak, spice plantations, Mattupetty Dam, boating, horse riding, Blossom Park, Eco Point and more. The journey continues to Thekkady for a sightseeing tour of Periyar National Park with optional boat rides. From there, the tour moves to Alleppey for an overnight houseboat cruise along Vembanad Lake with lunch and dinner onboard. After disembarking, the itinerary continues to Varkala to explore Varkala Beach, Papanasam Beach, Janardhanaswamy Temple, the Samadhi of Sree Narayana Guru, Kappil Beach, and the beach–backwater viewpoint. The route then covers Kovalam with visits to Hawa Beach and Lighthouse Beach, followed by travel to Kanyakumari including Padmanabhapuram Palace, Bagavathi Amman Temple, and Our Lady of Ransom Church. The journey proceeds to Rameswaram for visits to Ramanathaswamy Temple, Jyotirlinga Darshan, and other temple complexes. Next is Madurai, featuring the Meenakshi Amman Temple and city landmarks, followed by Tanjore to visit Brihadeeswarar Temple, Thanjavur Palace, Saraswathi Mahal Library, and Thanjavur Art Gallery. The tour concludes with departure from Tanjore after completing the full sequence of sightseeing and pilgrimage activities.
Day 01
COCHIN ARRIVAL – MUNNAR (03 HRS 45 MIN)
On arrival at Cochin Airport, meet our representatives and drive to Munnar. En route, witness beautiful waterfalls such as Cheyyara and Valara.
Overnight stay at Munnar hotel.
Day 02
MUNNAR
Morning departure for a sightseeing tour of Rajamalai (Eravikulam) National Park, famous for the Nilgiri Tahr (wild goat) and Anamudi Peak, the highest peak in South India. Visit Spice Plantation, Mattupetty Dam (a famous picnic spot for boating and horse riding), Blossom Park, Eco Point, etc.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 03:
MUNNAR – THEKKADY
After breakfast, drive to Thekkady. On arrival, check in at the hotel. After some rest, proceed for a sightseeing tour of Periyar National Park.
Boat timings: morning 09:30 and evening 03:00 — on direct payment.
Later, relax at the hotel.
Overnight stay at Thekkady.
Day 04
THEKKADY – ALLEPPEY HOUSEBOAT
Morning after breakfast, proceed to Alleppey and check in at the houseboat for an overnight stay along Vembanad Lake. Enjoy a houseboat (Kettuvallam) cruise across the backwaters with lunch and dinner served onboard.
Overnight stay on Houseboat.
Day 05
ALLEPPEY – VARKALA (03 HRS 05 MIN)
Morning after breakfast, disembark from the houseboat and travel to Varkala. Visit Varkala Beach, backed by palm-covered red cliffs, and Papanasam Beach, believed to have holy waters.
Night stay at hotel.
Day 06
VARKALA
After breakfast, proceed for a full-day beach visit. Explore:
- Janardhanaswamy Temple (20 centuries old; free entry)
- Papanasam Beach (believed to cleanse impurities; offers cliff views)
- Samadhi of Sree Narayana Guru
- Kappil Beach and the scenic beach–backwater viewpoint
Night stay at hotel.
Day 07
VARKALA – KOVALAM (01 HR 30 MIN)
Morning after breakfast, proceed to Kovalam. After check-in, visit Hawa Beach and Lighthouse Beach, known for its striped lighthouse and viewing platform.
Overnight stay at hotel in Kovalam.
Day 08
KOVALAM – KANYAKUMARI
Morning after breakfast, proceed to Kanyakumari, visiting Padmanabhapuram Palace en route. In Kanyakumari, explore Bagavathi Amman Temple and Our Lady of Ransom Church.
Night stay at hotel in Kanyakumari.
Day 09
KANYAKUMARI – RAMESWARAM (05 HRS 40 MIN)
After breakfast, visit the Ramanathaswamy Temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlinga temples and part of the Char Dham. Learn about the temple’s historical construction by various rulers, including the Pandya dynasty.
Night stay at Rameswaram hotel.
Day 10
RAMESWARAM – MADURAI (03 HRS 10 MIN)
After breakfast, proceed to Madurai. On arrival, check in at the hotel. Explore the city known for the Vaigai River and the Meenakshi Amman Temple’s iconic gopurams.
Night stay at hotel in Madurai.
Day 11
MADURAI
Morning visit to Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple (Meenakshi Amman Temple), known for its architecture, carvings, and cultural importance.
Night stay at hotel in Madurai.
Day 12
MADURAI – TANJORE (03 HRS 30 MIN)
After breakfast, proceed to Tanjore. Visit Brihadeeswarar Temple, Thanjavur Maratha Palace, Saraswathi Mahal Library, and Thanjavur Art Gallery with bronze statues.
Night stay at hotel in Tanjore.
Day 13
TANJORE
Proceed to visit Brihadeeswarar Temple (UNESCO World Heritage Site), also known as Peruvudaiyar Kovil or Periya Kovil, built in 1010 AD by Chola Emperor Raja Raja Chola I.
Night stay at hotel in Tanjore.
Day 14
DEPARTURE – TANJORE
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to the airport to board the return flight.
End of tour with sweet memories.
- Comfortable accommodation as per the itinerary
- Meals provided according to the trip plan
- Private vehicle for local transfers and sightseeing
- Entry tickets to the attractions listed in the itinerary
- Coordination for check-ins and activity timings
- On-route assistance and local guidance throughout the trip
Frequently Asked Questions
You need to know about service
Each day is planned to keep travel smooth and sightseeing easy to enjoy. Distances are arranged sensibly, and breaks are added where needed. The goal is to give you enough time at each spot without long, tiring stretches on the road.
Small changes are usually possible if they fit within the day’s schedule. You can spend a little extra time at a place you like, that’s totally fine and we will balance the remaining stops so the main experiences stay intact.
Cancellations are processed based on how early the request is made. Refund amounts depend on the notice period and any arrangements already confirmed. If you let us know as early as you can, it’s much easier for us to process your request.
Most locations offer familiar Indian dishes along with simple veg and non-veg choices. If you prefer mild flavours or basic meals, those options are usually available too. Restaurants along the route generally offer enough variety to stay comfortable throughout the trip.
