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Classic Kerala with Adventure to Jatayu Earth’s Center

10 Nights/11 Days Private Tour Customisable
Starting Price USD 622* per person on twin sharing basis
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OVERVIEW

Want more than sightseeing from your Kerala holiday? This 11 day Kerala adventure tour takes you from the tea hills of Munnar to the backwaters of Alleppey, the beaches of Kovalam and the southern tip of India at Kanyakumari, with a stop at Jatayu Earth's Center along the way.

 

Overview of Kerala Journey with Jatayu Adventure

Eleven days that cover Kerala from top to bottom, with an adventure stop most Kerala tours miss. After a first night in Cochin, you drive up to the tea estates of Munnar for two nights, then on to Periyar for spice plantations and an evening Kalaripayattu martial arts show.

The middle of the trip slows down on the water: a night by Vembanad Lake in Kumarakom, then a night on a houseboat in Alleppey with all meals on board. From there you head south via Trivandrum to the beach at Kovalam and on to Kanyakumari, where three seas meet.

On the way back north you visit Jatayu Earth's Center, home to one of the world's largest bird sculptures on a rocky hilltop, before a final night in Kollam and a last afternoon in Cochin. You travel in an air-conditioned sedan with your own driver throughout.

 

Places You’ll Explore

Check out the major places covered in our Kerala adventure tour packages:

Cochin

Your first and last nights. On day 10 you see Fort Kochi, the Chinese fishing nets, St. Francis Church, the Jewish Synagogue, the Dutch Palace and Jew Town before your flight home.

Munnar

Two nights in the tea hills, with waterfalls on the drive up. Sightseeing includes Eravikulam National Park, Mattupetty Dam, the tea estates, Echo Point and the Tea Museum.

Periyar

One night in the Western Ghats with a guided spice plantation tour and an evening Kalaripayattu martial arts show.

Kumarakom

One night by Vembanad Lake, with a visit to the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary.

Alleppey

A night on a houseboat with lunch, tea, snacks and dinner on board. The boat cruises from noon to 5 pm, then moors for the night.

Trivandrum

A stop on the drive to Kovalam for the Napier Museum and Sri Chitra Art Gallery. Hindu visitors in traditional dress can also visit the Padmanabhaswamy Temple.

Kovalam

One night by the beach, with an evening at Hawa Beach.

Kanyakumari

One night at the southern tip of India. Visit the Vivekananda Rock Memorial, the Thiruvalluvar Statue and the Bhagavathy Amman Temple, and watch the sunset over the sea.

Jatayu Earth’s Center

Visited on day 9 on the way to Kollam. A huge sculpture of the mythical bird Jatayu sits on a rocky hilltop, with sweeping views and adventure activities.

Kollam

One night on the coast, with an evening visit to the Thangassery Lighthouse.

 

Top Reasons to Choose Our Kerala Adventure Tour

Here’s why choosing our adventure trips in Kerala is the smart choice for travelers:

  • Hills, wildlife, backwaters, beach and an adventure park in one 11 day Kerala itinerary
  • Our only Kerala tour that includes Jatayu Earth's Center
  • Goes all the way south to Kanyakumari, where three seas meet
  • A night on a houseboat in Alleppey with all meals on board
  • Air-conditioned sedan and driver for the whole trip
  • Prefer a shorter trip? See Amazing Tour to Kerala (6 days). Want more beach time? See Majestic Kerala Super Saver Winter Holiday.

 

Inclusions

  • Accommodation
  • Daily breakfast
  • Overnight houseboat stay in Alleppey
  • All meals during houseboat stay
  • Spice planner on tour in Periyar
  • Guided experience
  • Transfers using air-conditioned vehicle
  • Experienced driver

 

When to Book Kerala Adventure Tour Packages?

The best time to enjoy this adventurous Kerala tour is from October to March. During this period, the weather remains lovely and cool which makes travel, sightseeing and outdoor activities comfortable. You can easily explore beaches, backwaters and spice plantations without heat or discomfort. Summer months can be a bit hot in some areas but hill stations like Munnar stay pleasant. The monsoon season brings heavy rain which turns Kerala into green and beautiful. Travel during this season may become slow sometimes.

 

Why Book with Us?

Booking us offers a fun and memorable experience in God’s Own Country. Here’s why travelers trust us:

  • Reliable and experienced travel operator
  • Easy and secure booking process
  • Transparent pricing with no hidden fees
  • Guided experience
  • Comfortable stays
  • Thousands of happy travelers
  • Customizable tours
  • Round-the-clock support throughout the journey

 

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Day by Day

Detailed Itinerary

DAY 1 Cochin – Arrival +
Arrive at the airport and meet our guide who will transfer you to your booked hotel. Check-in at the hotel on arrival and rest for the day. Overnight stay at hotel in Cochin.
DAY 2 Cochin – Munnar (By Road: 5 Hours Drive) +

After breakfast, checkout from the hotel and drive to Munnar. Enroute, enjoy the beautiful scenery of Cheeyappara, Valara waterfalls and lush green tea meadows. On reaching, check-in at the hotel. Rest of the day spent at leisure or you can enjoy famous Ayurveda massage (own cost). Overnight stay at hotel in Munnar.

DAY 3 Munnar – Sightseeing +
Today after breakfast, visit the famous places in Munnar including Eravikulam National Park (Raja Malai), Mattupetty Dam, Tea estates, Echo point, Spice Plantation, Rose Garden, Photo Point, Honey Bee Tree and Tea Museum. Overnight stay at hotel in Munnar.
DAY 4 Munnar – Periyar (By Road: 1.5 Hours Drive) +

Enjoy your breakfast, check out from the hotel and head to Periyar which is situated at the Western Ghats in Kerala. On arrival, check into the hotel and after some relaxation, visit the famous spice plantations of Periyar. Later, enjoy the famous Kalaripayattu Show in evening. Overnight stay at hotel in Periyar.

DAY 5 Periyar – Kumarakom (By Road: 4 Hours Drive) +

After breakfast, continue your journey to Kumarakom which is your next stop on this tour. On arrival, check in and rest for a while. Later head to visit Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary and enjoy watching the amazing bird species. Overnight stay at hotel in Kumarakom.

DAY 6 Kumarakom – Alleppey (By Road: 4 Hours Drive) +

After breakfast, checkout from the hotel and proceed to Alleppey. Check-in to houseboat at 12.00 Noon. In the evening, enjoy snacks, tea and dinner (will be served onboard). Overnight stay at Houseboat in Alleppey. Note: The Cruising time is from 12 Noon to 05.00Pm and after that the houseboat will be parked at one place as per Govt Rules.

DAY 7 Alleppey – Kovalam (By Road: 4.5 Hours Drive) +
After breakfast, checkout from the hotel and drive to Kovalam. Enroute, visit Padmanabhaswamy temple (Only Hindu People allowed with properly covered Hindu style clothing) , Napier Museum, Sri Chitra Art Gallery in Trivandrum. Continue drive to Kovalam. On reaching, check-in at the hotel. In the evening, visit the Hawa beach. Overnight stay at hotel in Kovalam.
DAY 8 Kovalam – Kanyakumari (By Road: 2.5 Hours Drive) +
After breakfast, checkout from the hotel and drive to Kanyakumari. On arrival, visit the Vivekananda Rock Memorial,Thiruvalluvar Statue, Kanyakumari Bhagavathy Amman Temple. In the evening, witness the beautiful sunset at Kanyakumari beach. Check-in at the hotel. Overnight stay at hotel in Kanyakumari.
DAY 9 Kanyakumari – Kollam (By Road: 4.5 Hours Drive) +
After breakfast, checkout from the hotel and drive to Kollam. Enroute, visit the famous Jatayu Earth Center. Continue drive to Kollam. On reaching, check-in at the hotel. Later in the evening, visit the Thangaserry Lighthouse. Overnight stay at hotel in Kollam.
DAY 10 Kollam – Cochin (By Road: 4 Hours Drive) +
After breakfast, checkout from the hotel and drive to Cochin. On reaching, visit the famous Chinese fishing nets, St.Francis Church, Jewish Synagogue, Dutch Palace, Mattancherry, new Jew Town and Fort Kochi complex. Later, check-in at the hotel. Overnight stay at hotel in Cochin.
DAY 11 Cochin – Departure +
After a leisure breakfast, check-out from the hotel and transfer to Cochin Airport to board flight for onward journey.
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INCLUSIONS

  • Accommodation of 1 rooms on Triple Occupancy (1 Double bed + 1 extra bed/ roll away bed/ sofa cum bed or mattress on the floor) at all Hotels.
  • Daily breakfast at all the hotels.
  • 01 Nights stay at Alleppey houseboat, all meals included.    
  • Guided Spice Plantation tour in Periyar.
  • Transportation using A/C Sedan car (3+1 seater).
  • Driver allowance, parking, fuel toll taxes etc.
  • One-liter bottle of mineral water per person per day.
  • All Applicable hotel and other taxes.
     

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Cochin tour – Chinese fishing nets, St.Francis Church, Jewish Synagogue, Dutch Palace, Mattancherry, Fort Kochi Area
  • Munnar tour – Tea Museum, Munnar Tea estate, Echo Point, Honey Bee Tree and Mattupetty Dam.
  • Watch various bird species and enjoy soothing sunset in Kumarakom.
  • Explore temples and beaches of Kanyakumari.
  • Spend the day relaxing at the tranquil Kovalam beach.
  • Witness the architectural finesse of Jatayu Earth's Center.
  • Day cruise at the backwaters of Kerala – Alleppey.
  • Overnight Houseboat stay in Kerala.
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TraEminent India Tours - highly recommended! Our incredible journey through India comes to an end on Nov 26 from Bengaluru. We landed in Delhi on Oct 28, travelled to Haridwar/ Rishikesh, Agra, Jaipur, Mumbai, Shirdi, Cochin, Munnar, Tirupati, Chennai, Puttarpathi and Bengaluru - 30 days by domestic planes and cars. We’re truly grateful for the seamless arrangements and thoughtful touches that made this trip unforgettable. Credit goes to TraEminent Travel Tours. A heartfelt thank you to Shivani Sharma and her team for crafting such a memorable experience and to the amazing drivers who ensured our travels were not only safe but also comfortable and enjoyable. Their professionalism, knowledge, and warm hospitality added an extra layer of charm to our adventure. From the bustling bazaars to serene temples, every moment was enriched by the expert planning and the impeccable service provided by TraEminent. Here’s to many more journeys ahead! Ramesh, the driver in Bangalore was excellent. So was Daniel, Rajpal, Balaji and Praveen. They were really great. Thank you to Shivani and her husband. Thank you to Mukesh. November 2024  

Mr. Surendra Enkara Bungaroo
Mr. Surendra Enkara Bungaroo Canada Travelled: November 2024

Great trip and blown away by the scenery. My sister and I had the most wonderful week of touring in Kerala (Kochi, Munnar, Thekkady and Aleppey) as arranged by Nity and Mukesh - the arrangements were perfect. Our driver Noufel was competent, knowledgeable, enthusiastic and attentive. We had a wonderful time visiting this beautiful part of India. Thank you to all. April, 2024.

Ms. Clare Francis Lahiff
Ms. Clare Francis Lahiff Australia Travelled: April 2024

Our tour was arranged by TraEminent India Tours. We flew from Mumbai to Madurai, Then by car to Rameshwaram, Kanyakumari, Kovalam, Alleppey boat house and to Cochin. Flew then to Goa and Mumbai. I was quite happy with the price for travel in a Toyota sedan and 3* accommodation. Very respectful and well English spoken driver with timeous pick up and drop off. Similar service in Mumbai as we were traveling from South Africa. No issues on internal flights or hotel bookings. All vouchers and flight tickets were issued on arrival. Many thanks to Traeminent Tours for a peaceful and enjoyable holiday. Your service is sincerely appreciated. November, 2025.

Mr. Bithraj Bechan
Mr. Bithraj Bechan South Africa Travelled: November 2025

It's was a pleasant trip. 6 days and 5 nights - 3 couple. Cover kochi, Kollam and alappuzha boat house. The driver was good and helpful. All hotel- casino kochi and fragrant nature Kollam was too good. Boathouse experience was great too. The helper Abu in boathouse cooked super fast and delicious food( chicken, prawn,fish and crab). This is my second time with TraEminent and they never let me disappoint in any single thing. Thank you mdm Shivani and Mukesh. May, 2026

Ms. Sharmila
Ms. Sharmila Malaysia Travelled: May 2026

We had an amazing 5 nights, 6 days family trip in Kerala. Everything was perfectly organised from start to finish. A special thanks to our driver, **Binil**, who was with us 24/7, always punctual, friendly, and willing to help with anything we needed. We would also like to commend the **TraEminent** team, especially **Jugmohan** and **Alok**, for ensuring a smooth and hassle-free experience from the booking stage right through to the execution of the trip. Their professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail made our holiday truly enjoyable. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a well-planned and memorable Kerala vacation! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ July, 2026

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Mr Asvin Bundhun Mauritius Travelled: July 2026

We recently completed a tour to Kashmir, Amritsar, Shimla, and Manali organised by Traeminent, and it was truly a fantastic experience from start to finish. The itinerary was very well planned, allowing us to comfortably explore each destination without feeling rushed. Kashmir was absolutely breathtaking — from the serene Dal Lake to the stunning landscapes of Gulmarg. The houseboat stay was a highlight. Amritsar added a spiritual dimension to the trip, with a seamless visit to the Golden Temple and Wagah Border. Shimla and Manali were equally memorable, offering beautiful mountain views, enjoyable local experiences, and well-coordinated sightseeing. The toy train ride in Shimla and the overall hill station experience were particularly special. The logistics throughout the trip were handled efficiently, transport was comfortable, hotels were well chosen, and the support from the Traeminent team was consistent and dependable. We always felt well taken care of. Overall, it was a smooth, enjoyable, and memorable journey. I would highly recommend Traeminent to anyone looking for a well-organised and enriching travel experience.

Mr. Sunil Gandhi
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TraEminent = support, advice, personal input, reactivity, presence. EXCELLENT support and advice from Jugmohan. Excellent reactivity from Mukesh. Really appreciated the personal input of the MD Sunny when some problems arrose. Really appreciated the make good at Chawki Dhani! Thank you again. Tej pal was a discreet and good driver for our Goldenn Triangle and the driver you’ve got from your agent in Kerala > Zakkir was really good, helpful, funny and professional. Thank you ;-) March, 2024.

Ms. Isabelle Drouin
Ms. Isabelle Drouin Mauritius Travelled: March 2024

Trip to Kerala. Shivani from Tra-Eminent tours planned and organized a two weeks trip around Kerala. She took in consideration all our requests and planed for us the hotels, theatre shows, and short trips. An excellent driver served us all the time. We enjoyed very much the trip and had a great time and great memories from the trip to Kerala. Thanks to Shivani. Date of experience: December 2019

Mr Baruch Kunievsky, Israel
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Helpful Information

Frequently Asked Questions

Which places does this Kerala adventure tour cover?+
This 11 day Kerala adventure tour covers Cochin, Munnar, Periyar, Kumarakom and Alleppey, then heads south via Trivandrum to Kovalam and Kanyakumari. On the way back north, you visit Jatayu Earth's Center and spend a night in Kollam before returning to Cochin. It combines tea hills, wildlife, backwaters, beaches and an adventure stop in one trip.
 
What can I see and do at Jatayu Earth's Center?+
Jatayu Earth's Center is home to one of the world's largest bird sculptures, set on a rocky hilltop with wide views over the Kerala countryside. Along with the viewpoint and sculpture, the park offers adventure activities. You visit it on day 9 of this Kerala adventure tour, on the drive from Kanyakumari to Kollam.
 
What is included in this 11 day Kerala tour package?+
The tour includes hotel stays with daily breakfast, one night on a houseboat in Alleppey with all meals, a guided spice plantation tour in Periyar and an air-conditioned sedan with driver for all transfers and sightseeing. Driver costs, fuel, parking, tolls, a daily bottle of water and all applicable taxes are also included.
 
Is this Kerala adventure tour suitable for families with children?+
Yes, this tour suits active families who enjoy outdoor days, with beaches, wildlife, a houseboat night and the Jatayu adventure stop. Some days include longer drives of 4 to 5 hours, such as Cochin to Munnar and Kanyakumari to Kollam, so families with very young children may prefer a shorter Kerala tour.
Why visit Kanyakumari on this Kerala tour?+
Kanyakumari is the southernmost tip of mainland India, where the Arabian Sea, the Bay of Bengal and the Indian Ocean meet. On this Kerala tour you spend a night there, visit the Vivekananda Rock Memorial and the Thiruvalluvar Statue, and watch the sunset over the sea, a highlight for many travellers.
 
Where does this Kerala tour start and end?+
This Kerala adventure tour starts and ends in Cochin, so you can book a return flight into Cochin International Airport. Our representative meets you on arrival, and day 1 is kept free to rest after your journey. On day 11, after breakfast, we transfer you back to Cochin airport for your onward flight.
 
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