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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