Tour Highlights
- Visit iconic destinations: Fort Kochi, Munnar tea hills, Periyar wildlife, Alleppey backwaters, Kovalam beach & Kanyakumari sunset
- Deluxe houseboat cruise in Alleppey — a unique Kerala backwaters experience
- Deluxe hotel stays + deluxe houseboat stay — comfortable, group friendly
- All-inclusive: meals from Day 1 dinner to Day 9 breakfast, AC coach/tempo traveller, tour manager & travel insurance
- Group size limited to 20-26 pax for a fun yet manageable group experience
- Perfect blend of nature, culture, beach and hill stations — ideal for first-time Kerala travellers
- Value price of ₹29,900 per person for 9 days/8 nights — fantastic deal
9 Days Kerala Group Tour Package
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Tour Highlights
- 🏙️ Cochin (Fort Kochi, Chinese Fishing Nets, Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue, St Francis Church)
- 🌄 Munnar (Tea plantations, Eravikulam National Park, Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, Kundala Lake)
- 🌿 Thekkady/Periyar (Spice Garden, Wildlife Sanctuary, Boating at Periyar Lake)
- 🚤 Alleppey (Houseboat cruise through Kerala backwaters & village life)
- 🏖️ Kovalam (Lighthouse Beach, ocean sunset, optional Poovar backwater boat ride)
- 🌅 Kanyakumari (Vivekananda Rock, Thiruvalluvar Statue, Sunset Point)
- 🕌 Trivandrum (Padmanabhaswamy Temple)
- 🏨 Deluxe Beach Resorts & Hotels
- 🍽 Meals: Day 1 Lunch → Day 9 Breakfast
- 🚐 All Transfers, Boats, Entry Fees, Tour Manager & Travel Insurance included
Tour Description
Embark on our 9 days Kerala group tour package, a seamless journey from Cochin to Trivandrum designed for those seeking a complete Kerala experience. You’ll traverse misty hills, lush tea plantations, serene backwaters, vibrant culture and coastal sunsets—all in one immersive trip. The tour begins in historic Cochin, winds through the hill station of Munnar and the wildlife refuges of Thekkady, glides aboard a deluxe houseboat in Alleppey’s iconic backwaters, and concludes with beachside bliss in Kovalam and a sunset day-trip to Kanyakumari.
Along the way we include full board meals (from Day 1 dinner to Day 9 breakfast), comfortable deluxe hotel accommodation, AC transport in a tempo traveller/mini coach, and a dedicated tour manager for your group of 20-26 travellers. Whether you’re drawn by tea-covered hills, tranquil houseboat cruises or golden beaches, this Kerala group tour delivers. Enjoy local spice markets, village views, historic temples and landscapes that make Kerala beloved as “God’s Own Country”.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 | Arrival at Cochin
Arrive at Cochin Airport or Ernakulam Station and meet your tour manager, then transfer to your hotel in Cochin. Take the rest of the day off to relax and soak in the local flavour, followed by an optional evening stroll to Marine Drive or Lulu Mall for a casual start to your Kerala group tour.
- 🌙 Night stay at Cochin
- Dinner
- Todays Sightseeing: No Sightseeing
Day 2 | Cochin Sightseeing
After breakfast, explore Fort Kochi including the iconic Chinese Fishing Nets, Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue and St Francis Church. In the evening, enjoy a scenic drive to Marine Drive for the sunset view. Dinner and overnight stay in Cochin.
- 🌙 Night stay at Cochin
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Evening Snacks
- Dinner
- Todays Sightseeing: Fort Kochi by water metro, Chinese Fishing Nets, Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue, St. Francis Church, shopping at Lulu Mall.
Day 3 | Cochin → Munnar (130 km / approx. 5 hrs)
Depart Cochin and drive into the hills toward Munnar, enjoying scenic tea-plantation vistas en route, with stops at Cheeyappara & Valara waterfalls. Arrive at Munnar in the evening, relax or explore the town at leisure. Dinner and overnight in Munnar.
- 🌙 Night stay at Munnar
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Evening Snacks
- Dinner
- Todays Sightseeing: Cheeyappara waterfalls, Valara waterfalls, Tea Plantation.
Day 4 | Munnar Sightseeing
Today visit the Eravikulam National Park, learn about tea at the Tea Museum, then enjoy the scenic Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point and Kundala Lake. Later browse the local spice market for souvenirs. Dinner and overnight in Munnar.
- 🌙 Night stay at Munnar
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Evening Snacks
- Dinner
- Todays Sightseeing: Eravikulam National Park, Tea Museum, Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, Kundala Lake, shopping at spice market.
Day 5 | Munnar → Thekkady (100 km / approx. 4 hrs)
After breakfast, depart Munnar for Thekkady (Periyar region). Visit a spice garden then explore Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. Enjoy a boat ride on Periyar Lake. Evening enjoy cultural show (Kalaripayattu or Kathakali). Overnight stay in Thekkady.
- 🌙 Night stay at Thekkady
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Evening Snacks
- Dinner
- Todays Sightseeing: Spice Garden, Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Periyar Lake, Local cultural show.
Day 6 | Thekkady → Alleppey (140 km / approx. 5 hrs)
Drive to Alleppey after breakfast, check-in to your deluxe houseboat on twin share basis. Relax on your Kerala houseboat tour as you cruise through the backwaters, observing village life, paddy fields and serene waterways. Meals onboard and overnight stay in the houseboat.
- 🌙 Night stay at Alleppey Deluxe Houseboat.
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Evening Snacks
- Dinner
- Todays Sightseeing: Backwater houseboat.
Day 7 | Alleppey → Kovalam (160 km / approx. 5 hrs)
After breakfast on the houseboat, disembark and drive toward Kovalam via the scenic route. On reaching Kovalam, unwind at Lighthouse Beach, enjoy the coastal ambience and a beautiful sunset. Dinner and overnight stay in Kovalam.
- 🌙 Night Stay at Kovalam
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Evening Snacks
- Dinner
- Todays Sightseeing: Lighthouse Beach.
Day 8 | Kovalam → Kanyakumari → Kovalam (Day trip)
After breakfast, proceed for a full-day excursion to Kanyakumari, India’s southernmost tip where the Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal, and Indian Ocean meet. Visit the Vivekananda Rock Memorial, Thiruvalluvar Statue, Kanyakumari Temple, and enjoy the mesmerizing sunset view.
On the return journey, stop at Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Trivandrum (one of Kerala’s most revered temples, famous for its intricate architecture and gold vaults).
Drive back to your hotel in Kovalam by evening.
- 🌙 Night Stay at Kovalam
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Evening Snacks
- Dinner
- Todays Sightseeing: Vivekananda Rock Memorial, Thiruvalluvar Statue, Kanyakumari Temple, Padmanabhaswamy Temple.
Day 9 | Kovalam → Trivandrum Departure
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to Trivandrum Airport or Railway Station for your onward journey, concluding your unforgettable 9 Days Kerala Group Tour Package filled with scenic, spiritual, and cultural memories.
- 🌙 Departure
- Breakfast
- Todays Sightseeing: None
Hotels of your tours
| Place | Hotel | Nights |
|---|---|---|
| Kochi | Gokulam Park Hotel or Similar | 2 |
| Munnar | Eastend Hotel or Similar | 2 |
| Thekkady | Jungle Park Resort or Similar | 1 |
| Alleppey Houseboat | Keya Houseboat (Deluxe) or Similar | 1 |
| Kovalam | Swagath Holiday Resorts or Similar | 2 |
Note : Under unavoidable circumtances Hotels are subject to change, in such condition substitute hotel of similar category is provided.
Tour Information
- Stay in well-appointed hotels on twin/triple/single sharing basis, as per your chosen package.
- Enjoy all meals throughout the tour – morning tea/coffee, breakfast, lunch, evening tea/coffee with cookies or snacks, and dinner.
- One litre of bottled water per person per day provided during the tour.
- Comfortable travel by A/C or non-A/C small cars, Tempo Travellers, mini or large coaches, depending on group size.
- Airport to Airport / Station to Station coach transfers from the first-day meeting point to the final-day drop-off point.
- Internal flights if mentioned in the itinerary.
- Baggage allowance as per airline policy. if flights includes.
- All entrance fees and permits for sightseeing attractions mentioned in the itinerary.
- Services of experienced local guides at select destinations.
- City taxes and other applicable charges as per the itinerary.
- Professional Urbntrip Tour Manager assistance from the first-day meeting point until the last-day drop-off point.
- Driver and guide gratuities included as per the itinerary.
- Travel Insurance coverage for guests up to 70 years of age (for both India and International tours, except Kailash Mansarovar Yatra).
- Complimentary “Urbntrip Travel Essentials” Voucher for every guest.
- Dedicated support team ensuring a smooth, enjoyable, and hassle-free holiday experience.
- Rail or airfare to and from the meeting or dropping point of the tour (except for Airport-to-Airport tours or where specifically mentioned in the itinerary).
- Any individual airport or railway station transfers outside of the group transfers.
- Cost of extension, deviation, or change in the travel route
- Increase in airfare, airport taxes, hotel tariffs, or fuel surcharges imposed by airlines or government authorities after tour booking.
- Premium seat charges or upgrades to higher airline class or vehicle type.
- Any pre- or post-tour accommodation not part of the itinerary.
- Room category upgrades or special room requests.
- Food, beverages, or mineral water not included in the fixed group menu.
- Alcoholic beverages, wines, or additional snacks purchased outside the group meals.
- Extra water bottles beyond the daily allocation.
- Personal costs such as porterage (coolie charges), laundry, telephone calls, room service, shopping, or any other personal purchases.
- Photographs or videos other than the group photographs included in the package.
- Medicines or personal medical requirements.
- Any optional sightseeing, activities, or excursions not mentioned in the official tour itinerary.
- Repetition of any sightseeing or activity done more than once at personal request.
- Private transfers taken instead of the group coach transfers.
- Special attire, fur coats, or jackets required for specific sightseeing or snow points.
- Horse rides, Doli, helicopter, or chopper services during pilgrimage tours (unless specifically included).
- Any extra cost incurred due to illness, accident, hospitalization, or personal emergency.
- Expenses arising from natural calamities, political disturbances, strikes, or any force majeure situations resulting in changes to the itinerary, hotels, or transportation.
- Changes in airline schedule, route, or tour dates beyond our control.
- Goods & Services Tax (GST) @ 5% or any other tax levied by Central or State Government.
- Any increase in government taxes or new levies introduced after booking.
- Optional add-on services or extra toppings not mentioned in the inclusions.
- Any item, service, or expense not specifically mentioned under “Tour Price Includes.”
- Carry light and compact luggage — ideally one small or medium-sized, four-wheel suitcase per person. This ensures hassle-free handling throughout your journey.
- A crossbody bag or small haversack is recommended for daily essentials like your wallet, phone, camera, and travel documents. It’s convenient for sightseeing and keeps your hands free for photography.
- Don’t forget your cap or hat and a pair of sunglasses to protect yourself from the sun while exploring.
- If you’re travelling during the monsoon or visiting a rainy destination, pack a light umbrella or rain poncho.
- For international tours, make sure to carry a universal power adapter for charging your phone, camera, and other electronic devices.
- Although Urbntrip provides all meals as per the itinerary, you can carry a few dry snacks or energy bars in sealed packets for munching during flights or road journeys.
- Keep a refillable water bottle handy to stay hydrated throughout the day.
- Pack comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and footwear suitable for your destination’s climate and activities.
- Layering is always a good idea—especially if you’re travelling across varying temperatures.
Tour Cancellation Policy
| From Days | To Days | World Tours | Indian Tours |
|---|---|---|---|
| 720 | 121 | 5% | 5% |
| 91 | 120 | 7% | 7% |
| 61 | 90 | 10% | 10% |
| 46 | 60 | 15% | 15% |
| 31 | 45 | 20% | 20% |
| 16 | 30 | 40% | 40% |
| 6 | 15 | 70% | 70% |
| 0 | 5 | 100% | 100% |
| On Tour | 100% | 100% | |
FAQ
What is generally the size of a tour group ?
Generally, the number of guests traveling varies based on the destination. The average group size for a World Tour ranges from 20 to 27 guests, while for an Indian Tour, it ranges from 18 to 26 guests. However, in cases where a tour receives an overwhelming response or is categorized as a special tour, the group size may exceed the mentioned limits.
Who would be my co-travelers ?
Your co-travelers may come from all walks of life — from professionals like chartered accountants and doctors to teachers, teenagers, artists, politicians, and businesspeople, representing diverse religions, regions, and languages. By the time you return from your dream holiday, we assure you that your circle of friends will have grown.
Will it be possible to extend my stay at a destination ?
You may extend your stay by informing us about the extension at the time of booking. Please note that additional charges will apply. Once the tour is in progress, no extensions or alterations will be permitted.
Is the tour itinerary susceptible to last minute changes, as we need to plan our leaves & make necessary arrangements accordingly?
We do not alter the itinerary or tour dates under normal circumstances. However, in the event of force majeure or unforeseen situations, we may be required to modify the route or reschedule the tour to ensure your safety.
Can I incorporate any changes in my travel plan once the booking is done?
Yes, you can modify your booking or travel plan. Please note that certain charges may apply for making changes or for canceling the existing booking and arranging a new one. Our travel consultants will be happy to assist you with the process.
Is there any refund against cancellation?
Cancellation of a tour will incur applicable cancellation charges. Our travel consultant will provide detailed information about these charges at the time of booking, or you may contact us for further details.
What are my options in the event that a tour receives less response ?
Generally, we operate all the tours we announce. However, if the total number of bookings falls below the minimum required for operation, we will offer you alternative options — such as accommodating or merging your tour with another available group. You may also choose one of our customized packages in such cases, though certain group services like games, activities, meals, or a tour leader may not be included.
Do you provide Leave Travel Certificate?
We provide a Leave Travel Certificate, provided you inform us of your requirement at the time of booking the tour.