SouthSave 70%3D / 2N
Kerala & Tamil Nadu 12-Day Adventure
Kochi - Coimbatore 12D/11N
- 12D / 11N
- Couples / Families
- KERALA-KANYA
About this trip
Embark on a captivating 12-day journey through Kerala and Tamil Nadu, immersing yourself in the region's rich culture, stunning landscapes, and historical landmarks. This tour offers a diverse experience, from the serene backwaters of Alleppey to the vibrant temples of Madurai and the spiritual significance of Kanyakumari. Discover the beauty of Munnar's tea plantations, the wildlife of Periyar, and the historical sites of Tamil Nadu.
Explore Kerala's backwaters, witness Kanyakumari's sunrise, delve into Tamil Nadu's temples and culture, experience wildlife in Periyar, and enjoy diverse landscapes.
Stay
10 Nights in comfortable hotels, 1 Night on a traditional Kerala houseboat.
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner included. Lunch during houseboat stay.
Day by day
12 days planned end to end. Timings shift with weather, road conditions and darshan queues — your captain keeps you posted.
- Arrive at Kochi, the gateway to Kerala, where our representative/driver will welcome you and assist you with your transfer. After meeting the team, proceed for local sightseeing and explore some of the city's most famous attractions.
- Visit the historic Fort Kochi area, known for its colonial architecture, charming streets, and cultural heritage. Explore the iconic Chinese Fishing Nets, followed by a visit to St. Francis Church and the historic Santa Cruz Basilica.
- Later, visit Mattancherry Palace (Dutch Palace) and explore the nearby Jew Town and Paradesi Synagogue, subject to opening hours.
- In the evening, enjoy some free time at Marine Drive or explore the local markets and waterfront areas.
- After completing the sightseeing, proceed to your hotel and check in. Relax and prepare for the upcoming Kerala journey.
Meals included:Dinner
- Start your day with breakfast at the hotel before checking out and beginning your scenic journey from Kochi to Munnar, one of Kerala’s most beautiful hill stations.
- Drive through the lush green countryside of Kerala, passing through picturesque villages, coconut plantations, spice plantations, valleys, and the winding roads of the Western Ghats. The route offers spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and dense greenery.
- En route, visit the beautiful Cheeyappara Waterfalls and Valara Waterfalls, where you can take a short break and enjoy the natural surroundings, subject to weather and local conditions.
- Continue your journey towards Munnar, passing through the famous tea plantations that cover the hillsides. Stop at suitable viewpoints along the way for photography and to enjoy the breathtaking scenery.
- Upon arrival in Munnar, check in to your hotel and relax. Spend the evening at leisure, exploring the nearby surroundings or enjoying the peaceful mountain atmosphere.
Meals included:BreakfastDinner
- Start your day with breakfast before heading out for a full-day sightseeing tour of Munnar, surrounded by rolling hills, tea plantations, forests, and beautiful lakes.
- Visit Mattupetty Dam, a popular scenic attraction offering beautiful views of the surrounding mountains and lake. Continue towards Echo Point, known for its natural echo phenomenon and peaceful surroundings.
- Later, visit Kundala Lake and Kundala Dam, surrounded by lush green hills and tea plantations. Enjoy some time taking photographs and appreciating the natural beauty of the region.
- You may also visit the Tea Museum, where you can learn about the history and traditional methods of tea production in Munnar, subject to opening hours.
- After completing the sightseeing, return to the hotel and spend the evening at leisure. You can explore the local market or simply relax at the property.
Meals included:BreakfastDinner
- Start your day with breakfast before checking out from your hotel and proceeding towards Thekkady, one of Kerala’s most famous destinations for wildlife, forests, and spice plantations.
- Enjoy a scenic drive through the Western Ghats, passing through winding mountain roads, dense greenery, spice plantations, and beautiful countryside.
- Upon arrival in Thekkady, check in to your hotel and relax.
- Later, you can explore the local market and shop for Kerala’s famous spices, tea, coffee, handmade products, and other souvenirs.
- Guests can also opt for activities such as Periyar Lake boating, spice plantation visits, Kathakali performances, or Kalaripayattu shows, subject to availability and additional charges.
- Return to the hotel after the evening activities.
Meals included:BreakfastDinner
- Start your day with breakfast before checking out and beginning your journey towards Alleppey, famously known as the Venice of the East and renowned for its beautiful backwaters.
- Drive through the scenic Kerala countryside, passing lush paddy fields, coconut plantations, villages, and waterways.
- Upon arrival in Alleppey, board your houseboat and enjoy a welcome drink before completing the check-in formalities. Enjoy a delicious lunch on board as the houseboat cruises through the serene backwaters.
- Relax while enjoying views of traditional villages, coconut trees, paddy fields, and local life along the waterways. Later, witness the beautiful sunset over the backwaters and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.
Meals included:BreakfastLunchDinner
- Start your day with breakfast before checking out from the houseboat and proceeding towards Jatayu Earth’s Center, one of Kerala’s unique attractions.
- Upon arrival, explore the magnificent Jatayu sculpture, one of the largest bird sculptures in the world, and enjoy the surrounding natural landscapes. The attraction is also associated with the legendary story of Jatayu from the Ramayana.
- After completing your visit, continue towards Varkala, a beautiful coastal destination famous for its dramatic cliffs overlooking the Arabian Sea. Visit Varkala Beach and Varkala Cliff, where you can enjoy the sea views, explore the local shops, and spend some relaxing time by the coast.
- If time permits, enjoy the sunset at Varkala Beach. After sunset, proceed towards Kovalam and check in to your hotel.
Meals included:BreakfastDinner
- Start your day with a delicious breakfast at the hotel before heading out for Kovalam sightseeing. Visit Lighthouse Beach, Hawa Beach, and Samudra Beach, and enjoy the beautiful coastal views and leisure time by the Arabian Sea.
- After completing the sightseeing, return to the hotel and freshen up. Get ready for the evening temple visit and change into traditional attire — Mundu/Dhoti for Boys and Saree/Salwar Suit for Girls, as per the temple dress requirements.
- Later, proceed towards Thiruvananthapuram for an evening visit to the revered Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple. Attend the darshan during the available evening temple timings, subject to entry regulations and crowd conditions.
- After darshan, return to Kovalam and relax at the hotel.
Meals included:BreakfastDinner
- Start your day with breakfast before checking out from the hotel and beginning your journey towards Kanyakumari, the southernmost point of mainland India.
- Enjoy the scenic drive through the coastal landscapes and beautiful villages of South India. Upon arrival in Kanyakumari, check in to your hotel and freshen up.
- Later, proceed for sightseeing and visit the famous Vivekananda Rock Memorial, located on a rocky island surrounded by the sea. Also visit the Thiruvalluvar Statue and Kanyakumari Beach, where the Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal, and Indian Ocean meet.
- In the evening, enjoy the spectacular sunset at Kanyakumari, subject to weather conditions. Spend some time exploring the local market before returning to the hotel.
Meals included:BreakfastDinner
- Start your day with breakfast before checking out from the hotel and proceeding towards the sacred town of Rameshwaram, one of the most important pilgrimage destinations in South India.
- Enjoy the scenic journey through Tamil Nadu’s countryside and coastal landscapes. Upon reaching Rameshwaram, proceed directly towards Dhanushkodi, the legendary ghost town located at the eastern tip of Rameshwaram Island.
- Explore the beautiful and dramatic landscapes of Dhanushkodi, including Dhanushkodi Beach, the meeting point of the sea, and the historic ruins of the old town, subject to road and weather conditions.
- After completing the sightseeing, proceed to your hotel in Rameshwaram and check in. Spend the evening relaxing at the hotel.
Meals included:BreakfastDinner
- Start your day early in the morning and get ready for the sacred Ramanathaswamy Temple Darshan. As the temple follows a traditional dress code, traditional attire is compulsory for temple entry. Boys should wear Dhoti/Mundu with an appropriate upper garment, while Girls should wear Saree, Salwar Suit, or other permitted traditional attire.
- Proceed to the temple for the early morning darshan and experience the spiritual atmosphere of one of India’s most revered pilgrimage sites and one of the 12 Jyotirlingas. The temple is also famous for its magnificent corridors, intricately carved pillars, and sacred 22 Theerthams (holy water wells).
- After completing the darshan, return to the hotel for breakfast and freshen up. Later, check out and begin your journey towards Madurai.
- Upon arrival in Madurai, proceed for sightseeing and visit the magnificent Meenakshi Amman Temple, renowned for its grand gopurams, intricate sculptures, and rich spiritual heritage. Also explore the surrounding Puthu Mandapam and local markets, famous for traditional handicrafts, textiles, and local products.
- If time permits, visit Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace, known for its impressive architecture and historic significance.
- After completing the sightseeing, check in to your hotel and relax.
Meals included:BreakfastDinner
- Start your day with breakfast at the hotel before checking out and beginning your journey towards Coimbatore, known as the gateway to the beautiful Western Ghats.
- Enjoy the scenic drive through the Tamil Nadu countryside, passing through villages, farmlands, and lush green landscapes. Upon arrival in Coimbatore, check in to your hotel and freshen up.
- Later, proceed for Coimbatore sightseeing. Visit the magnificent Adiyogi Shiva Statue at Isha Yoga Center, surrounded by the scenic Velliangiri Hills. Spend some peaceful time exploring the surroundings and enjoying the spiritual atmosphere.
- Later, visit Marudamalai Temple, a popular hilltop temple dedicated to Lord Murugan, subject to available time and temple timings.
- In the evening, explore the local markets of Coimbatore or enjoy some leisure time at the hotel.
- Return to the hotel and relax after the day’s journey and sightseeing.
Meals included:BreakfastDinner
- Start your final day with breakfast at the hotel before checking out and completing the necessary departure formalities.
- Depending on your departure schedule, enjoy some free time for local shopping or explore nearby areas of Coimbatore. You can shop for traditional South Indian products, spices, handicrafts, textiles, and local souvenirs.
- Later, proceed towards Coimbatore Railway Station / Airport as per your departure schedule.
- Take home beautiful memories of your journey through Kerala & Tamil Nadu, covering scenic hill stations, tea plantations, peaceful backwaters, beautiful beaches, sacred temples, cultural heritage, and the spiritual destinations of South India.
- Tour Ends with Happy Memories.
Meals included:Breakfast
Pricing
Per person, by sharing basis. Taxes are quoted at the time of booking.
Triple Sharing
Best price₹35,000/ person
Double Sharing
₹38,000/ person
This itinerary is subject to change based on weather conditions and unforeseen circumstances. The Dhanushkodi visit is subject to time and weather conditions. Optional activities are available at an additional cost. Please note that the driver allowance is for local transportation and does not include personal expenses.
What’s included
Included
- 1 Night Alleppey Houseboat Stay
- 10 Nights Hotel Stay
- Lunch Included during Houseboat Stay
- 11 Breakfasts & 11 Dinners
- Sightseeing & Transfers by AC Bus or Tempo Traveller (as per group size)
- Driver Allowance, Toll Tax, Parking Charges & Fuel
- All Transfers as per the Itinerary
Not included
- 5% GST
- Entry fees to monuments, parks, museums, temples and sightseeing attractions
- Adventure activities and optional experiences (boating, safari, elephant ride, cultural shows, cable car, etc.)
- Train/Flight fare
- Lunch (except Houseboat Lunch) and any meals not mentioned in the inclusions
- Personal expenses such as shopping, tips, laundry, phone calls, room service and beverages
- Camera and video camera charges (where applicable)
- Travel Insurance
- Additional sightseeing or vehicle usage not mentioned in the itinerary
- Expenses due to natural calamities, roadblocks, landslides, weather conditions, strikes, political disturbances or any unforeseen circumstances
- Anything not specifically mentioned under "Package Includes"
Payment, cancellation & terms
Payment
- 30% Advance,
- 40% Before 30 Days
- Remaining 3 Days Before the Trip
Cancellation & refunds
- A. Trekking & 2–3 Days Bike Rides / Tours
- - All bookings are strictly non-refundable.
- - No refund will be provided for cancellations, no-shows, late arrivals, early departures, missed activities, or unused services.
- B. Bike Rides & Tours (4 Days & Above)
- - The 1st Installment / Booking Amount is non-refundable.
- - Cancellation made 15–30 days before departure: 50% of the total tour package amount will be charged as cancellation charges.
- - Cancellation made within 15 days of departure: No refund will be provided.
- - No refund will be provided for no-shows, late arrivals, early departures, missed activities, or unused services.
- Company Cancellation / Itinerary Changes
- If 2XBT (Building Boyz Tours & Travels) is required to cancel, postpone, modify, or curtail a tour due to adverse weather conditions, government orders, forest or local authority restrictions, road closures, natural calamities, safety concerns, operational requirements, or any other Force Majeure event beyond the Company's control:
- - No refund or compensation shall be provided for missed sightseeing, activities, meals, accommodation, transportation, or any unused services.
- - The Company reserves the right to modify the itinerary, change routes, replace hotels, vehicles, activities, or services with similar alternatives to ensure participant safety and smooth operations.
- - Any additional expenses arising due to such changes shall be borne by the participant.
Booking terms & conditions (23 clauses)
- 1. All bookings are subject to availability and will be confirmed only after receipt of the applicable booking amount or full payment.
- 2. By confirming the booking, the participant acknowledges that they have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms & Conditions.
- 3. Participants must ensure they are physically and medically fit for the selected tour, trek, bike ride, or adventure activity. Any medical condition that may affect participation must be disclosed before booking.
- 4. All participants must carry a valid Government-issued Photo ID throughout the trip.
- 5. Participants must strictly follow the instructions of the Tour Leader, Trek Leader, Ride Captain, Driver, and support staff at all times.
- 6. Consumption or possession of alcohol, illegal drugs, narcotics, or any intoxicating substances during the tour is strictly prohibited.
- 7. The Company reserves the right to refuse participation or remove any participant whose behaviour is unsafe, intoxicated, abusive, or disruptive. No refund shall be provided in such cases.
- 8. The itinerary is tentative and may be modified, postponed, or cancelled due to weather conditions, road conditions, government regulations, forest permissions, local authority restrictions, operational requirements, safety concerns, or any unforeseen circumstances.
- 9. Hotels, camps, vehicles, bike models, transport providers, restaurants, sightseeing locations, and other services mentioned in the itinerary are subject to availability and may be replaced with similar-category alternatives without prior notice.
- 10. Travel timings, sightseeing schedules, and activity timings are approximate and may vary due to traffic, weather, road conditions, or operational reasons.
- 11. Adventure activities such as trekking, camping, bike riding, water sports, rafting, boating, jeep safaris, ziplining, and similar activities involve inherent risks. Participants voluntarily participate at their own risk.
- 12. Participants must carry suitable clothing, footwear, riding gear, personal medicines, and other essentials required for the selected tour or activity.
- 13. Participants are solely responsible for their personal belongings, luggage, cash, valuables, electronic devices, riding gear, and travel documents. The Company shall not be liable for any loss, theft, or damage.
- 14. Littering, damaging public or private property, or violating local laws is strictly prohibited. Participants must respect nature, wildlife, religious places, and local communities.
- 15. Any damage caused to hotel property, vehicles, bikes, camping equipment, or public/private property due to a participant's negligence or misconduct shall be recovered from the concerned participant.
- Package Inclusions & Exclusions
- 16. Unless specifically mentioned under Package Inclusions, expenses such as entry tickets, permits, camera fees, adventure activities, local transport, meals, insurance, porter charges, pony charges, GST (if applicable), personal expenses, and any other services are excluded from the package cost.
- 17. A minimum of 12 participants is required to operate Group Tours, Treks, and Group Bike Rides. If the minimum number of participants is not achieved, 2XBT (Building Boyz Tours & Travels) reserves the right to cancel or reschedule the departure.
- 18. All Group Tours, Treks, and Group Bike Rides operate on fixed departure dates. Departure dates cannot be changed, postponed, or customized at the request of any participant.
- 19. The Company shall not be liable for delays, cancellations, accidents, injuries, illness, baggage loss, theft, property damage, financial loss, or additional expenses arising due to natural calamities, landslides, floods, road closures, vehicle breakdowns, strikes, political unrest, pandemics, government restrictions, or any other Force Majeure event.
- 20. Participants are advised to obtain suitable travel and medical insurance wherever applicable. The Company shall not be responsible for any medical expenses incurred during or after the tour.
- 21. By participating in any service offered by 2XBT (Building Boyz Tours & Travels), the participant acknowledges the inherent risks involved and agrees to participate at their own responsibility.
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Common questions
The package includes 10 nights hotel stay, 1 night Alleppey houseboat stay, 11 breakfasts, 11 dinners, lunch during houseboat stay, sightseeing & transfers by AC bus/tempo traveller, driver allowance, toll tax, parking charges & fuel, and all transfers as per the itinerary.
The package excludes 5% GST, entry fees to monuments, parks, museums, temples and sightseeing attractions, adventure activities and optional experiences, train/flight fare, lunch (except houseboat lunch), personal expenses, travel insurance, additional sightseeing or vehicle usage not mentioned in the itinerary, and expenses due to unforeseen circumstances.
Cancellation charges apply. Please refer to our website for detailed cancellation policy.
50% advance payment required. Balance payable 30 days prior to departure.
Yes, we can customize the itinerary to suit your preferences. Please contact us to discuss your requirements.
You will be staying in comfortable hotels and a traditional Kerala houseboat.
The best time to visit Kerala is during the winter months (October to March) when the weather is pleasant.
Visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. Please check with the Indian embassy or consulate in your country for details.