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Majestic Kerala Super Saver Winter Holiday

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Escaping a cold winter at home? This 13 day Kerala winter holiday is planned at an easy pace, with waterfalls, tea hills, wildlife, a houseboat night and plenty of beach time in Varkala and Kovalam, ending close to Trivandrum airport for an easy flight home.

 

A Perfect Kerala Travel Experience

Nearly two weeks of Kerala winter sunshine, without the rush. We begin with two nights in Cochin, then visit Athirapally, Kerala's largest waterfall, along with Charpa and Vazhachal Falls. From there the road climbs to the tea gardens of Munnar for two nights, and on to Periyar for two nights of spice hills and wildlife.

The second half is about slowing down. After a day cruise and a night on a houseboat in Alleppey, you travel to the cliff-top beach town of Varkala, then to Kovalam for three nights, with a free day to relax and an excursion to Kanyakumari at the southern tip of India.

The holiday ends in Trivandrum, just 15 minutes from Kovalam, so there is no long drive back to Cochin on your last day.

 

Places You’ll Explore on This 13 Day Kerala Winter Holiday

Check out the key stops in our magical Kerala winter escape:

 

Cochin

Two nights to start. A free first day to rest, with an optional Kathakali dance show in the evening, then a day in Fort Kochi with the Chinese fishing nets, St. Francis Church, the Jewish Synagogue and the Dutch Palace.

Athirapally

One night by Kerala's largest waterfall, often called the Niagara of India, with visits to Charpa and Vazhachal Falls.

Munnar

Two nights in a hill resort among the tea gardens. Visit Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, the Tea Museum and the tea estates, with optional boating or trekking.

Periyar

Two nights in the Western Ghats. A full day for Periyar Lake, with an optional boat ride, jeep safari, jungle walk or bamboo rafting.

Alleppey

A day cruise through the backwaters with lunch and snacks on board, then a night on the houseboat.

Varkala

One night in the cliff-top beach town, with a tour of Varkala Beach, Edava Beach, Anjengo Fort and Sivagiri Mutt.

Kovalam

Three nights by the beach, including a full free day to relax at the end of your holiday.

Kanyakumari

A day trip from Kovalam to the southern tip of India: the Vivekananda Rock Memorial, the Thiruvalluvar Statue and the Bhagavathy Temple.

 

What Makes Our 2 Week Kerala Itinerary a Great Choice?

Here’s why choosing our 2 week Kerala itinerary is a smart choice for travelers:

  • Unhurried pace: two nights in most places and a free day in Kovalam
  • Our only Kerala tour with a night in Varkala, plus Athirapally waterfalls
  • Beach time at the end, the perfect finish to a winter holiday
  • Ends in Trivandrum, 15 minutes from Kovalam, so no long drive on your last day
  • Want an adventure stop instead? See Classic Kerala with Adventure to Jatayu Earth's Center (11 days). Short on time? See Amazing Tour to Kerala (6 days).

Inclusions

  • Stay in hotels for 12 nights
  • Daily buffet breakfast
  • All meals in Alleppey houseboat
  • Transfers with private air-conditioned car
  • Guided tour
  • Houseboat stay in Alleppey
  • Professional driver

 

Perfect Time to Plan Your Kerala Winter Holiday

The ideal time for this 13 day Kerala winter holiday is from October to March. The weather stays pleasant for sightseeing, so you can enjoy the hill stations, waterfalls, wildlife, backwaters and beaches without too much heat. It is also when Kerala is at its best for travellers escaping a cold European or North American winter.

 

Why Book with Us?

Booking with us ensures a safe and memorable holiday in Kerala. Here’s why travelers trust us:

  • Reliable and experienced travel operator
  • Hassle-free booking process
  • Transparent pricing with no hidden fees
  • Thousands of happy travelers
  • Comfortable stays
  • English speaking guide
  • Round-the-clock support on or before journey

 

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Day by Day

Detailed Itinerary

DAY 1 Cochin – Arrival +

Arrive at Cochin and meet our representative who will meet and greet you at the airport. Check-in at the hotel. Day kept free for leisure. In the evening,. optional Kathakali Dance Show. Overnight stay at hotel in Cochin.

DAY 2 Cochin – Sightseeing +
Wake and enjoy a delicious morning breakfast, Later, head to visit the famous Chinese fishing nets, St.Francis Church, Jewish Synagogue, Dutch Palace, Mattancherry, Fort Kochi Area. Overnight stay at hotel in Cochin.
DAY 3 Cochin – Athirapally (By Road: 1.5 Hours Drive) +
In the morning after breakfast, proceed to cover the next amazing destination Athirapally, also called the Niagara Falls of India. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel. Head to visit the popular Charpa Falls, Vazhachal Waterfalls and Athirapally waterfalls. Overnight stay at hotel in Athirapally.
DAY 4 Athirapally – Munnar (By Road: 4 Hours Drive) +

Today after early breakfast, checkout from the hotel and drive to Munnar. Enroute, enjoy the beautiful views of Cheeyappara, Valara waterfalls and the widespread lush green tea meadows. On reaching, check-in at the booked Hill Resort. Spend the day at leisure or enjoy famous Ayurveda massage (own cost). Overnight stay at hotel in Munnar.

DAY 5 Munnar – Sightseeing +
After breakfast, get ready to visit the famous places in Munnar covering the Mattupetty Dam, Tea Estates, Echo Point, Spice plantation, Rose Garden, Blossom Garden Photo Point, Honey Bee Tree, Tea Museum etc. You can also opt for boating in the Lake, rock climbing, trekking (at own cost). Overnight stay at hotel in Munnar.
DAY 6 Munnar – Periyar (By Road: 4 Hours Drive) +

Enjoy your breakfast and drive to Periyar. On arrival, check into the hotel and rest for a while. Periyar is set amidst the Western Ghats in Kerala and is known for its rich biodiversity and natural vistas. Overnight stay at Periyar.

DAY 7 Periyar – Sightseeing +

Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel and begin your day with a boat ride (at your own cost) in Lake Periyar. Next, you can choose to go on a jeep safari (own cost) or go for an elephant safari (own cost). You can also enjoy other activities (at own cost) such as elephant rides, jungle walk, bamboo rafting to keep you fascinated all day long. Overnight stay at hotel in Periyar.

DAY 8 Periyar – Alleppey (By Road: 4 Hours Drive) +

Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel and leave for a day cruise to Alleppey. Admire the beautiful view of the backwaters of Kerala that is sure to refresh your mind and body. It is an excellent opportunity to get a closer look at the beauty of the land and learn about the village people. Watch the green paddy fields, canoes, thatched-roof houses and canoes while on your day cruise. Enjoy lunch, evening snacks at the day cruise and make the best of the trip. Overnight stay at Alleppey Houseboat.

Note: The Cruising time is from 12 Noon to 05.00 pm and after that, the houseboat will be parked at one place as per Govt Rules.

DAY 9 Alleppey – Varkala (By Road: 3 Hours Drive) +

After breakfast, check out from the houseboat at 09.00 AM. Proceed to Varkala. On reaching, check in at your hotel. Day spent at leisure. Overnight stay at hotel in Varkala.

DAY 10 Varkala – Kovalam (By Road: 1 Hour Drive) +

Wake up and enjoy breakfast. Checkout from the hotel. Head for Varkala sightseeing covering visits to the Varkala Beach, Edava Beach, Anjengo Fort, Thiruvambadi Beach and Sivagiri Mutt. Later, drive to Kovalam. Overnight stay at hotel in Kovalam.

DAY 11 Kovalam – Leisure +

Wake up and enjoy breakfast. Spend the day relaxing at Kovalam beach. Overnight stay at hotel in Kovalam.

DAY 12 Kovalam – Kanyakumari Excursion (By Road: 2.5 Hours Drive) +

After breakfast, proceed to Kanyakumari city tour visit Vivekananda Rock Memorial, Thiruvalluvar Statue, and Kanyakumari Bhagavathy Temple. Overnight stay at hotel in Kovalam.

DAY 13 Kovalam – Trivandrum (By Road: 15 minutes Drive) – Departure +
Enjoy breakfast at leisure. Checkout from the hotel followed by direct transfer to Trivandrum Airport to board flight back home.
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INCLUSIONS

  • Room on Double Occupancy at above stated hotels.
  • Daily Buffet Breakfast at the Hotel.
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner in Alleppey.
  • One Water Bottle Per Day/Per Person.
  • All Tours and transfers by A/C CAR at all the places.
  • All expenses related to the vehicle like, Permit, Toll tax etc.
  • Fuel charge, Parking, Driver expenses.
  • All Government taxes inclusive of GST.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Cochin tour – Chinese fishing nets, St.Francis Church, Jewish Synagogue, Fort Kochi Area.
  • Full day Varkala sightseeing tour.
  • Overnight Houseboat Stay in Alleppey.
  • Discover the star attractions of Munnar.
  • Relax at the tranquil Kovalam beach.
  • Witness the Niagara Falls of South India – Athirapally Waterfalls.
Traveller Experiences

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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

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

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
Mr. Sunil Gandhi South Africa

My wife and I, from Mauritius, embarked on a tour of Kerala at the beginning of January this year. We were fortunate to choose the services of Tra Eminent India Tours. They are great professionals who know exactly how to craft an amazing experience. Their dedicated team—Prachi, Nitin, and driver Thomas—was simply excellent. Prachi, our travel specialist, was attentive and available from the initial booking right through to the end of our journey. Nitin, the operations manager, coordinated our trip seamlessly and was reachable around the clock. Our driver, Thomas, was a constant source of pleasant surprises—punctual, always available, and exceptionally kind and helpful. We were so delighted with TraEminent that we have already booked another tour with them for this coming March. The hotels they selected were all of very good standard, and honestly, their prices were very reasonable. If you are looking to enjoy a tour of India, I wholeheartedly recommend TraEminent India Tours. January, 2026.

Mr. Virazsing Hungsraz
Mr. Virazsing Hungsraz Mauritius Travelled: January 2026

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
Mr Baruch Kunievsky, Israel Israel Travelled: December 2019

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

Konings South India Tour Sept/Oct 2024 Dear Shivani, just a short note to say Thank You for organising a wonderful tour for us through South India. We thoroughly enjoyed the trip. Our highlights were: • Walking tour through Fort Kochi (Our guide Clyde was also awesome). • Sailing on the house boat. We enjoyed the food and the very comfortable boat. The crew were also fantastic. • Mysore Palace was spectacular. A special call out for Arun our driver. He was exceptional. Prompt, friendly, informative and accommodating. He drove us safely from Kochi to Bangalore and made our trip extra special. We hope to return to India soon and will definitely be in touch with you. Kind Regards Valerie, David and Noah October, 2024.

Ms. Valerie Ann Konings
Ms. Valerie Ann Konings Australia Travelled: October 2024
Helpful Information

Frequently Asked Questions

Which places does this Kerala winter holiday cover?+
This 13 day Kerala winter holiday covers Cochin, Athirapally waterfalls, Munnar, Periyar and Alleppey, then the beaches of Varkala and Kovalam, with a day trip to Kanyakumari at the southern tip of India. It ends in Trivandrum, so you see Kerala's hills, wildlife, backwaters and coast in one relaxed holiday.
 
When is the best time to take this Kerala winter holiday?+
October to March is the best time for this Kerala winter holiday. The weather is dry and pleasant, which is ideal for the beaches of Varkala and Kovalam, the tea hills of Munnar and the backwaters of Alleppey. It is also the perfect escape for travellers leaving a cold European or North American winter.
What is included in this 13 day Kerala tour package?+
Our tour includes hotel stays on double occupancy with a daily buffet breakfast, a night on an Alleppey houseboat with breakfast, lunch and dinner, and all tours and transfers in an air-conditioned car. Vehicle costs such as permits, tolls, fuel, parking and driver expenses are covered, along with a daily water bottle and all taxes, including GST.
How much free time is there on this Kerala holiday?+
Quite a lot. Your first day in Cochin is free to rest after your flight, there are free afternoons in Munnar and Varkala, and Kovalam includes a full leisure day on the beach. Optional activities such as an Ayurveda massage, boating in Munnar or a Periyar jeep safari can be added as you like.
Why does this Kerala tour end in Trivandrum?+
Kovalam, where you spend your last three nights, is only 15 minutes from Trivandrum International Airport. Ending there means you fly home without a long drive back to Cochin on your final day. Trivandrum airport has international connections, so you can usually book a return flight from Trivandrum and an arrival flight into Cochin.
Is this Kerala winter holiday suitable for older travellers?+
Yes. This Kerala winter holiday is planned at an easy pace, with two nights in most places, free time to rest and an air-conditioned car throughout. Drives are mostly 1 to 4 hours, and the beach stays at the end make it a comfortable choice for older travellers and anyone who prefers a slower holiday.
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