Arrive at Cochin International Airport or Kochi railway station. Private transfer to a luxury hotel in Fort Kochi. Evening walking tour of Fort Kochi: St. Francis Church, Dutch Palace (Mattancherry), and the iconic Chinese fishing nets. Welcome dinner featuring Kerala seafood and house-spiced curries. Guests may choose an early boarding option if they prefer to embark the yacht same evening.

After breakfast, private transfer to the marina and board your private luxury yacht. Safety briefing and yacht orientation followed by departure along the coast toward Munambam. Enjoy panoramic sea views, onboard chef-prepared Kerala specialties, and an evening sunset cruise. Optional: sunset beach walk or short fishing experience. Overnight aboard the yacht anchored near Munambam.

Sail south to Alappuzha, with a morning filled with coastal scenery and birdlife. Midday arrival near Alappuzha: choose a guided beachfront walk, or a short local backwater boat ride to witness Kerala’s canoe culture. Lunch on board with fresh seafood. Late afternoon: relax on deck, sunset photography, and evening cultural performance (on request). Overnight onboard near Alappuzha.

Morning cruise toward Kollam (Quilon). Stop for swimming or snorkeling at a calm bay and explore small coastal islands and fishing villages. Lunch served aboard with Kerala-style stews and grilled catch of the day. Afternoon guided shore excursion to Kollam Beach and local markets. Guests may opt for a short Ayurvedic consultation and massage ashore (extra cost). Overnight onboard off Kollam.

A relaxed cruising day focused on leisure: sunrise yoga on deck, optional paddleboarding and snorkeling in clear bays, and an onboard cooking demo showcasing Kerala seafood and spices. Afternoon free for reading, sunbathing or a guided photography walk on a nearby beach. Chef-curated beach barbecue at dusk. Overnight onboard as the yacht makes steady progress toward Varkala.

Arrive off the coast of Varkala in the morning. Disembark and transfer to a luxury Varkala beach resort perched on the cliff with sweeping Arabian Sea views. Afternoon relaxation at Varkala Beach or cliffside cafes; explore Janardana Swami Temple and local shops. Evening Ayurvedic spa or beachside sunset stroll. Varkala is known for both lively cliff cafes and peaceful beach stretches. Overnight at the Varkala resort.

Full day at leisure in Varkala: choose from an authentic Ayurvedic treatment package (recommended), guided coastal hikes, or a surfing lesson (seasonal). Enjoy sunset yoga on the cliff and a private beach dinner celebrating Kerala flavors. Ideal day for relaxation or optional local excursions to nearby fishing villages. Overnight at the Varkala resort.

After breakfast, private transfer to Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram) International Airport for departure, or return transfer to Kochi on request (additional distance and transfer time). Final farewells and assistance with onward travel arrangements. If booking the 8-day variation, add an extra leisure day in Varkala or a Trivandrum city tour including Padmanabhaswamy Temple and Napier Museum.