Kerala Coastal Drive: Fort Kochi to Varkala Cliffside Beaches | 6 Nights and 7 Days Kerala Package

6 Nights and 7 Days
Fort Kochi - 1NMunnar - 2NAlleppey - 1NMarari Beach - 1NVarkala - 1N
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  • Transfer Included
  • Stay Included
  • Meals Included
  • Sightseeing Included

Overview

A scenic Kerala tour package tailored for travelers seeking culture, backwaters and beachside relaxation. Ideal as a Kerala Weekend tour package or extended escape, this 6 nights / 7 days Kerala Weekend package connects colonial Fort Kochi, misty Munnar tea country, tranquil Alleppey backwaters, serene Marari Beach, and the dramatic cliffs of Varkala.

Highlights:

  • Fort Kochi heritage walk, Chinese fishing nets
  • Houseboat cruise through Alleppey backwate...

Itinerary

Day1

Arrival in Kochi & Fort Kochi Heritage Walk

Arrive at Cochin International Airport / Ernakulam Railway Station. Transfer to historic Fort Kochi. Spend the afternoon exploring the colonial lanes: St. Francis Church, Dutch Palace (Mattancherry Palace), the iconic Chinese fishing nets at sunset. Enjoy a welcome dinner with traditional Kerala cuisine.

Tip: Carry a light scarf for coastal breezes and comfortable walking shoes for cobbled streets.

Day2

Kochi to Munnar — Tea Country Drive

After breakfast, depart for Munnar (approx. 4–5 hours). En route, enjoy scenic valley views and spice plantations. Check into your Munnar hotel and unwind. Evening at leisure with panoramic hill-station vistas.

Important: Roads are winding; allow extra travel time during monsoon months.

Day3

Explore Munnar — Eravikulam & Tea Museum

Full-day sightseeing in Munnar. Visit Eravikulam National Park (home of the Nilgiri Tahr), Mattupetty Dam, and the Tea Museum to learn tea-processing history. Stop at popular viewpoints such as Top Station for sweeping valley panoramas.

Note: Park entry for Eravikulam may be limited — pre-book tickets when possible.

Day4

Munnar to Alleppey — Houseboat Overnight

Drive down from the hills to the coastal plains and board a traditional houseboat (kettuvallam) in Alleppey. Cruise Kerala’s tranquil backwaters, watching village life, coconut groves, and paddy fields float by. Enjoy a freshly prepared Kerala-style meal on board and an overnight stay on the houseboat.

Highlight: A houseboat cruise is a signature experience in any Kerala tour package.

Day5

Alleppey to Marari Beach — Coastal Relaxation

Disembark after breakfast and transfer to nearby Marari Beach for a day of relaxation. Enjoy beach time, optional local village cycling, or Ayurvedic spa treatments. Sunset at Marari is perfect for photography and unwinding.

Tip: Marari is quieter than popular beaches — ideal for couples and families seeking calm.

Day6

Drive to Varkala — Cliffside Beaches & Sunset

Depart Marari after breakfast and head south to Varkala (approx. 3–4 hours). Check into your cliffside hotel facing the Arabian Sea. Spend the evening strolling the Varkala Cliff, visit the ancient Janardhana Swamy Temple, and enjoy a cliffside sunset with cafés and shops.

Note: Varkala offers a blend of spiritual sites and lively cliffside culture — ideal for both relaxation and exploration.

Day7

Varkala Morning & Departure

Morning at leisure — optional yoga, Ayurvedic massage, or last-minute shopping on the cliff. After checkout, transfer to Trivandrum International Airport (Thiruvananthapuram) or Kollam/Alleppey railway stations for onward travel.

Tip: If your flight is in the evening, consider a short visit to nearby Kovalam or Trivandrum city for additional sightseeing.

Inclusions

  • 6 nights accommodation (as per itinerary) in selected hotels and 1 night on a traditional houseboat.
  • Daily breakfast (and 2 special meals: houseboat lunch/dinner).
  • All transfers and sightseeing by private air-conditioned car.
  • Local English-speaking guide for Fort Kochi and Munnar sightseeing.
  • Entrance fees to locations mentioned in the itinerary (where applicable).
  • Kerala state taxes and service charges.

This package can be tailored to create a dedicated Kerala Weekend package or extended into a 7-day beach extension.

Exclusions

  • International / domestic flights to Kochi and from Trivandrum.
  • Meals not specified in inclusions and personal expenses.
  • Travel insurance, gratuities, and optional activities (Ayurvedic treatments, water sports).
  • Government levies or sudden increases in taxes not included in the package price.

Important: Peak-season supplements, festival surcharges, or hotel upgrades are extra.

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