Kerala Family Itinerary 8 Days – Private Tour from Kochi
KOCHI (1N) – MUNNAR (2N) – THEKKADY (1N) – VAGAMON (1N) – ALLEPPEY (1N) – VARKALA (1N)
Tour Code: KL8D-01 (IN/OUT: COCHIN)
 
Unlock the magic of Kerala with our 8 Days Kerala Family Itinerary. It is a fully private tour with your own air-conditioned vehicle and driver, so your family travels at its own pace. The trip takes you from the tea-covered hills of Munnar to the spice forests of Thekkady, the pine meadows of Vagamon, a night on an Alleppey houseboat and the cliff-top beach of Varkala. There is something for every age, from grandparents to kids, making this one of the most complete Kerala tour packages for families exploring God’s Own Country.
 
Day 1: Arrive Kochi
Your Kerala family itinerary begins at Cochin International Airport. Your private tour representative welcomes you and transfers you to your hotel in Kochi. Spend the rest of the evening relaxing after your flight. If time allows, take an optional stroll in Fort Kochi to see the famous Chinese fishing nets at sunset. Overnight stay in Kochi.
 
Day 2: Kochi - Munnar En Route Bhagavathy Aman Temple
(130–140 Kms)(4–4.15 Hrs)
After breakfast, your private vehicle drives you up into the Western Ghats towards Munnar. On the way you stop at the Bhagavathy Amman Temple and at cascading roadside waterfalls such as Cheeyappara. You also visit a fragrant spice garden, a homemade chocolate factory and a traditional handloom shop. Later, unwind with a rejuvenating Ayurvedic massage, which is included in this family package. Dinner and overnight stay in Munnar.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight: Munnar
 
Day 3: Munnar Sightseeing
Today is a full day exploring Munnar on your private tour. Start at Eravikulam National Park, home of the endangered Nilgiri tahr. Then continue to the Rose Garden and the rolling tea plantations, where kids love the photo stops. Next, enjoy boating at Mattupetty Dam, visit the serene Kundala Lake, and try shouting across the valley at Echo Point. Dinner and overnight stay in Munnar.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight: Munnar
 
Day 4: Munnar - Thekkady - Kathakali Show
(110 Kms)(3.00 Hrs)
Drive through cardamom hills to Thekkady, gateway to Periyar National Park, one of South India’s best wildlife reserves. Spot elephants, deer and exotic birds in the forest. In the evening your family watches a live Kathakali performance, Kerala’s classical dance-drama with dramatic costumes and expressive make-up. Dinner and overnight stay in Thekkady.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight: Thekkady
 
Day 5: Thekkady - Vagamon 
(50 Kms)(2.30 Hrs)
Continue your private Kerala tour to Vagamon, a quiet hill station of rolling green meadows and misty pine forests. Walk through the Vagamon Pine Forest and relax on the open grasslands. For the adventurous, try the thrilling glass bridge, which hangs over the valley with sweeping views. Spend the evening on nature trails before dinner and overnight stay in Vagamon.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight: Thekkady
 
Day 6: Vagamon - Alleppey Houseboat 
(100 Kms)(3.00 Hrs)
Descend from the hills to Alleppey, the “Venice of the East”, and board your private Kettuvallam houseboat around noon. Cruise the palm-lined canals and lagoons of the Kerala backwaters and Vembanad Lake. Along the way you pass paddy fields, village life and fishermen at work. Freshly cooked Kerala meals are served on board, making this the highlight of every Kerala family itinerary. Overnight stay on the houseboat in ALLEPPEY.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Alleppey
 
Day 7: Alleppey - Varkala
(110 Kms)(3.00 Hrs)
After breakfast, disembark and drive south to Varkala, known for its dramatic red laterite cliffs above the Arabian Sea. Visit the ancient Janardanaswamy Temple and Sivagiri Mutt. Then spend the afternoon at Varkala Beach or browsing the cliff-top cafés. Watch the sunset from North Cliff. Dinner and overnight stay in Varkala.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight: Varkala
 
Day 8: Varkala - Cochin Airport | Departure 
(190 Kms)(4.30–5.00 Hrs)
Enjoy a final breakfast by the sea. Your private driver then transfers you to Cochin International Airport for your onward flight, ending your 8 Days Kerala Family Itinerary with memories to last a lifetime.
 
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