Munnar-Alleppey-Periyar Sanctuary-Kovalam-Kanyakumari
Munnar (3N) - Alleppey (2N) - Periyar Sanctuary (1N) - Kovalam (2N) - Kanyakumari (2N)
Are you planning an extended tour to cover the best places of Kerala along with a visit to Kanyakumari, the southernmost point of mainland India. This tour plan will be aligned with your thoughts and serve your purpose.
Start your tour from Munnar, a small town amidst the tea gardens. Munnar was established by the British rulers as a summer retreat. People go to Munnar to see miles and miles of lush green tea plantations. The carpet-like hill slopes will fill your mind with immense joy. Apart from this, Eravikulam national park is another attraction, where tourists can see the endangered species of Nilgiri Tahr. You will also see a few magnificent lakes and waterfalls around Munnar.
From Munnar, move to Alleppey. Enjoy a full day sailing through the world famous Kerala backwaters in an air-conditioned house boat.
Your next destination will be Periyar, one of the most visited national parks of India. It has a large population of elephants and elephant herds are very commonly sighted by the tourists. Boat rides on the vast lakes within the national park is a very popular activity among the tourists.
You will next reach Kovalam. It is one of the most serene and internationally famous beaches of India. There are three adjacent beaches here each having their own unique characteristic. There are many beautiful beach resorts from where you will get a magnificent view of the sea and sunset.
End your trip with a visit to Kanyakumari, the southernmost part of India. Kanyakumari is surrounded by the Bay of Bengal on the Eastern side, Indian Ocean on the Southern side and Arabian Sea on the Western side.
Overview
Major Attractions
Alleppey houseboat tour
- Jungle Safari at Periyar
- Relax at the beaches of Kovalam
Visit Kanyakumari, the south most point of India
Places to Visit
Route Map
Distance Between Places
| From - To | Distance (KM) |
|---|---|
|
Munnar – Alleppey |
176 |
|
Alleppey – Periyar Sanctuary |
128 |
|
Periyar Sanctuary – Kovalam |
209 |
|
Kovalam – Kanyakumari |
86 |
Itinerary
From a short visit to a lengthy leisure one – plan your travel that suits you best. Explore various options provided below to chose the best one for you !
These are some of the most popular itineraries suggested by IndiaTravelPage. Chose our recommended plan to explore, or make your own way with a custom travel plan
Munnar
Day trip in Munnar should include sightseeing tour including Top Station, Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, Kundala, Rajamala (Eravikulam National Park), Attukad waterfalls and Pothamedu View Point
Day 1:
Devide the sight seeing tour into two part. For day 1, include Top Station, Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, Kundala, Attukad waterfalls and Pothamedu View Point
Day 2:
On day 2, visit rest of the attractions including – Rajamala (Eravikulam National Park), Luckkom Waterfall, Nymakkad View Point, Vaguvarai View Point, Coffee and Tea plantations, Sandal wood forest and Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary
Day 1:
If you are reaching Munnar in the morning, plan for a half day sightseeing trip to see Top Station, Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, Kundala, Attukad waterfalls and Pothamedu View Point
Day 2:
Plan for the remaining attractions on day 2. These include – Rajamala (Eravikulam National Park), Luckkom waterfalls, Nymakkad View Point, Vaguvarai View Point, Coffee and Tea plantations, Sandal Wood forest and Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary
Day 3:
On day 3, you can relax and enjoy the eternal beauty of the place.
Alleppey
Day 1:
Reach Alleppey and take a trip in the famous Kerala backwater canals. If you have still more time left, you can visit Alleppey Beach, Karumadikkuttan and Mullakkal Bhagavathy Temple.
Day 1:
Reach Alleppey and go out to visit the tourist attractions including Alleppey Beach, Karumadikkuttan, Mullakkal Bhagavathy Temple, Marari Beach, Vembanad Lake, Mannarasala Temple and Krishnapuram Palace
Day 2:
Reserve the entire day to visit the famous Kerala Backwater Canals. You can also rent the entire houseboat and spend the night in the canals.
Day 1:
Reach Alleppey and transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day is free for you to explore the locale and feel the culture.
Day 2:
Go out to visit the tourist attractions including Alleppey Beach, Karumadikkuttan, Mullakkal Bhagavathy Temple, Marari Beach, Vembanad Lake, Mannarasala Temple and Krishnapuram Palace
Day 3:
Reserve the entire day to visit the famous Kerala Backwater Canals. You can also rent the entire houseboat and spend the night in the canals.
Periyar Sanctuary
Day 1:
Reach Thekkady and go out to visit Periyar National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary. After this, you can visit the other attracctions including – Kurisumala, Kumali spice garden, Pullumedu and Ramakkalmedu
Day 1:
Reach Thekkady and go out to visit Periyar National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary. Rest of the day is for you to explore the local markets to get a feel of the place.
Day 2:
After this, you can visit the other attractions including – Kurisumala, Kumali spice garden, Pullumedu, Ramakkalmedu, Gavi and Paruthumpara
Kovalam
Day 1:
The major attraction of Kovalam is the blue sea and the various beaches. Make sure to visit the Lighthouse beach, Hawah beach and Samudra beach. Do not miss the sunset and sunrise on the sea.
Day 1:
Reach Kovalam and transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day is free for you to enjoy the vast blue sea and the sunset over the horizon.
Day 2:
Visit the three beaches around Kovalam, the Lighthouse beach, the Hawah beach and the Samudra beach. Also visit the other attractions including – Karamana River, Halcyon Castle, Valiyathura Pier, Vizhinjam Village and Edakallu.
Day 1:
Reach Kovalam and transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day is free for you to enjoy the vast blue sea and the sunset over the horizon.
Day 2:
Visit the three beaches around Kovalam, the Lighthouse beach, the Hawah beach and the Samudra beach. Also visit the other attractions including – Karamana River, Halcyon Castle, Valiyathura Pier, Vizhinjam Village and Edakallu.
Day 3:
The entire day is for you to sit back, relax and enjoy the place.
Kanyakumari
Day 1:
Reach Kanyakumari and transfer to the hotel. After getting fresh, go out to visit the Sri kumariamman temple and Thiruvalluvar Statue. After lunch, visit the Vivekananda Rock Memorial and enjoy a memorable sunset on the sea.
Day 1:
Reach Kanyakumari and transfer to the hotel. After getting fresh, go out to visit the Vivekananda Rock Memorial and enjoy a memorable sunset on the sea.
Day 2:
In the morning, visit Sri kumariamman temple and Thiruvalluvar Statue. Enthusiasts can revisit the Vivekannanda Rock Memorial in the evening.
Day 1:
Reach Kanyakumari and transfer to the hotel. After getting fresh, go out to visit the Vivekananda Rock Memorial and enjoy a memorable sunset on the sea.
Day 2:
In the morning, visit Sri kumariamman temple and Thiruvalluvar Statue. Enthusiasts can revisit the Vivekannanda Rock Memorial in the evening.
Day 3:
The entire day is free for you to sit back and relax enjoying the azure blue sea.
Transportation
The recommended mode of transport for this trip is to have your own car for the entire stretch. This will be most time efficient and also make your journey comfortable and time efficient. If you are a group of 4 or more, it is best to hire a SUV type car.
Car Agency – Kochi
Blue Bird Travels
Blue Bird Towers 41/334 A, Providence Road, Ernakulam – 682018, Opposite North Post Office
Ph: +(91)-484-2390847, 2390478
Mob: +(91)-9847035999
Web: www.bluebirdtravels.in
Vpg Tours And Travels Pvt Ltd
Vettipuzha House, Peechanikadu, Angamaly, Ernakulam – 683572, Near Cochin International Airport
Ph: +(91)-9840390982 / 9791115356 / 8589957773
S R M Travels
GCDA Building, 1st Floor, Golden Jubilee Road, Kaloor, Ernakulam – 682017, Near Vylopilli Junction
Ph: +(91)-484-2400305, 2402025
Mob: +(91)-8086716396, 9846805824
Car Agency – Munnar
Aishwarya Tours And Travels
Lakshan Colony Lower Division, Munnar – 685612, Near Tea Caste Hotel
Ph: +(91)-4865-232264
Mob: +(91)-9496344501 / 9942619489 / 8606067163
SS Tours And Travels
Temple Road, Munnar Colony, Munnar – 685612, Near Edassery East End Hotel
Ph: +(91)-4865-233202
Mob: +(91)-9446130617
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