Kerala Tour Itinerary
Kerala Tour Itinerary can be planned around the travel dates, passenger count, hotel schedule and preferred Kerala destinations. Welcome Trips provides a clear itinerary and quotation so the traveller can review the route, vehicle and stated inclusions before confirmation.
16-Day Kerala and South India Tour Itinerary
Kerala Tour Itinerary is available with Welcome Trips, confirmed with a clear route and fare before travel. This itinerary is designed as a flexible travel guide. You do not need to follow all 16 days. Select the destination you are travelling to and follow the relevant day plan. Distances and travel times are approximate and can change with hotel location, traffic, weather, sightseeing stops and road conditions.
16 DaysFull Route
Approx. 2,135 KMIntercity + Local Travel
3 StatesKerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka
15 DestinationsKochi Pickup to Calicut Drop
How to Use This Itinerary
Travelling only to Munnar? Follow Day 2 and Day 3. Travelling to Thekkady and Alleppey? Follow Day 4 and Day 5. Travelling to Ooty, Coorg or Wayanad? Follow the relevant destination days. Attractions and paid activities are optional and can be selected according to available time, weather, opening hours and personal interest.
DAY 1Cochin Arrival & Sightseeing
Distance: Approx. 35 KMDriving Time: 8–10 Hours
Route: Cochin Airport / Railway Station → Fort Kochi → Marine Drive → Lulu Mall
Places to Visit
- Dutch Palace
- Jewish Synagogue and Jew Street
- St. Francis Church
- Chinese Fishing Nets
- Fort Kochi Beach
- Marine Drive and Lulu Mall
Optional Paid Activities
- Harbour cruise or sunset cruise
- Museum and palace entry tickets
- Local guide service in Fort Kochi
Tickets and activity charges are paid directly unless included in your confirmed package. Rates, availability and operating hours can change.
Which Travellers Should Follow This Day?
Follow this day if your trip starts in Kochi or you have one full day for city sightseeing.
DAY 2Cochin to Munnar
Distance: Approx. 130 KMDriving Time: 4–5 Hours
Route: Kochi → Kothamangalam → Neriamangalam → Adimali → Munnar
Places to Visit
- Cheeyappara Waterfalls
- Valara Waterfalls
- Tea plantation viewpoints
- Scenic hill-road drive
- Hotel check-in at Munnar
Optional Paid Activities
- Spice garden visit
- Elephant interaction or ride where available
- Optional jeep transfer to selected viewpoints
Tickets and activity charges are paid directly unless included in your confirmed package. Rates, availability and operating hours can change.
Which Travellers Should Follow This Day?
Follow this day when travelling from Kochi or Cochin Airport to Munnar. Start early for comfortable sightseeing stops.
DAY 3Munnar Full-Day Sightseeing
Distance: Approx. 55 KMDriving Time: 8–9 Hours
Route: Munnar → Eravikulam → Mattupetty → Kundala → Munnar
Places to Visit
- Eravikulam National Park
- Mattupetty Dam and Lake
- Echo Point and Kundala Dam
- Rose Garden
- Pothamedu View Point and Blossom Park
Optional Paid Activities
- Eravikulam National Park entry
- Mattupetty or Kundala boating
- Tea Museum entry
- Optional jeep safari
Tickets and activity charges are paid directly unless included in your confirmed package. Rates, availability and operating hours can change.
Which Travellers Should Follow This Day?
Follow this day when staying at least two nights in Munnar. Some attractions may close because of weather, maintenance or seasonal restrictions.
DAY 4Munnar to Thekkady
Distance: Approx. 92 KMDriving Time: 3–3.5 Hours
Route: Munnar → Pooppara → Udumbanchola → Thekkady
Places to Visit
- Scenic mountain drive
- Spice plantation visit
- Periyar wildlife area
- Thekkady market
- Evening cultural programme
Optional Paid Activities
- Periyar Lake boating
- Spice plantation guided tour
- Kathakali show
- Kalaripayattu show
- Optional nature walk or jeep safari
Tickets and activity charges are paid directly unless included in your confirmed package. Rates, availability and operating hours can change.
Which Travellers Should Follow This Day?
Follow this day when travelling from Munnar to Thekkady. Pre-book Periyar boating during busy dates where possible.
DAY 5Thekkady to Alleppey Houseboat
Distance: Approx. 140 KMDriving Time: 4–4.5 Hours
Route: Thekkady → Kuttikkanam → Kanjirappally → Alleppey
Places to Visit
- Houseboat check-in around noon
- Backwater cruise
- Kerala village-life views
- Sunset over the backwaters
- Overnight stay in Alleppey
Optional Paid Activities
- Private or shared houseboat package
- Shikara boat ride
- Kayaking or canoe trip
- Selected onboard meals and special arrangements
Tickets and activity charges are paid directly unless included in your confirmed package. Rates, availability and operating hours can change.
Which Travellers Should Follow This Day?
Follow this day for an Alleppey houseboat stay. Leave Thekkady early because most houseboats check in around noon.
DAY 6Alleppey to Kovalam
Distance: Approx. 160 KMDriving Time: 4–4.5 Hours
Route: Alleppey → Kollam → Thiruvananthapuram → Kovalam
Places to Visit
- Coastal road journey
- Lighthouse Beach
- Hawah Beach
- Samudra Beach
- Relaxing evening at Kovalam
Optional Paid Activities
- Lighthouse entry
- Ayurvedic massage at approved centres
- Water sports when operating
- Optional coastal boat ride
Tickets and activity charges are paid directly unless included in your confirmed package. Rates, availability and operating hours can change.
Which Travellers Should Follow This Day?
Follow this day when travelling from Alleppey to Kovalam. Beach activities depend on sea conditions and local safety instructions.
DAY 7Kovalam & Trivandrum Sightseeing
Distance: Approx. 40 KMDriving Time: 8–9 Hours
Route: Kovalam → Thiruvananthapuram City → Kovalam
Places to Visit
- Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple
- Kuthiramalika Palace
- Napier Museum
- Sree Chithra Art Gallery
- Thiruvananthapuram Zoo
Optional Paid Activities
- Museum and palace entry tickets
- Zoo entry
- Local guide service
- Optional planetarium or science museum entry
Tickets and activity charges are paid directly unless included in your confirmed package. Rates, availability and operating hours can change.
Which Travellers Should Follow This Day?
Follow this day if you stay in Kovalam or Thiruvananthapuram. Temple dress code and entry rules must be followed.
DAY 8Kovalam to Kanyakumari
Distance: Approx. 95 KMDriving Time: 2.5–3 Hours
Route: Kovalam → Neyyattinkara → Nagercoil → Kanyakumari
Places to Visit
- Vivekananda Rock Memorial
- Thiruvalluvar Statue viewing area
- Kanyakumari Beach
- Gandhi Memorial
- Sunset Point
Optional Paid Activities
- Ferry ticket to Vivekananda Rock
- View tower entry where open
- Optional local guide
- Special sunrise transport if requested
Tickets and activity charges are paid directly unless included in your confirmed package. Rates, availability and operating hours can change.
Which Travellers Should Follow This Day?
Follow this day when travelling from Kovalam or Trivandrum to Kanyakumari. Ferry service depends on weather and sea conditions.
DAY 9Kanyakumari to Rameshwaram
Distance: Approx. 315 KMDriving Time: 6–7 Hours
Route: Kanyakumari → Tirunelveli → Thoothukudi → Ramanathapuram → Rameshwaram
Places to Visit
- Pamban Bridge views
- Ramanathaswamy Temple
- APJ Abdul Kalam Memorial
- Panchmukhi Hanuman Temple
- Agnitheertham
Optional Paid Activities
- Temple special-darshan services where officially available
- Local auto or guide service
- Dhanushkodi sightseeing vehicle
- Selected memorial or museum entry
Tickets and activity charges are paid directly unless included in your confirmed package. Rates, availability and operating hours can change.
Which Travellers Should Follow This Day?
Follow this day for the long drive from Kanyakumari to Rameshwaram. Start early and keep temple timings in mind.
DAY 10Rameshwaram to Madurai
Distance: Approx. 175 KMDriving Time: 3.5–4 Hours
Route: Rameshwaram → Ramanathapuram → Paramakudi → Madurai
Places to Visit
- Meenakshi Amman Temple
- Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace
- Thiruparankundram Temple
- Alagar Koyil
- Madurai evening market
Optional Paid Activities
- Palace entry ticket
- Sound-and-light show when scheduled
- Temple guide service
- Optional heritage walking tour
Tickets and activity charges are paid directly unless included in your confirmed package. Rates, availability and operating hours can change.
Which Travellers Should Follow This Day?
Follow this day when travelling from Rameshwaram to Madurai. Plan temple visits around opening and closing hours.
DAY 11Madurai to Kodaikanal
Distance: Approx. 115 KMDriving Time: 3–3.5 Hours
Route: Madurai → Batlagundu → Silver Cascade → Kodaikanal
Places to Visit
- Silver Cascade Falls
- Coaker’s Walk
- Bryant Park
- Kodaikanal Lake
- Pillar Rocks and Green Valley View
Optional Paid Activities
- Kodaikanal Lake boating
- Bicycle or horse ride
- Park and viewpoint entry tickets
- Optional local sightseeing vehicle where required
Tickets and activity charges are paid directly unless included in your confirmed package. Rates, availability and operating hours can change.
Which Travellers Should Follow This Day?
Follow this day when travelling from Madurai to Kodaikanal. Fog and rain can affect viewpoint visibility.
DAY 12Kodaikanal to Coimbatore
Distance: Approx. 170 KMDriving Time: 4.5–5 Hours
Route: Kodaikanal → Palani → Udumalpet / Pollachi → Coimbatore
Places to Visit
- Scenic hill-road drive
- Palani route views
- Marudamalai Temple
- Gedee Car Museum
- Isha Yoga Center subject to timing
Optional Paid Activities
- Museum entry
- Palani rope-car or winch ticket if visited
- Special activities or programmes at selected attractions
- Local guide service
Tickets and activity charges are paid directly unless included in your confirmed package. Rates, availability and operating hours can change.
Which Travellers Should Follow This Day?
Follow this day when connecting Kodaikanal with Coimbatore. Choose either city sightseeing or Isha Yoga Center according to available time.
DAY 13Coimbatore to Ooty
Distance: Approx. 85 KMDriving Time: 3–3.5 Hours
Route: Coimbatore → Mettupalayam → Coonoor → Ooty
Places to Visit
- Mettupalayam hill route
- Coonoor sightseeing option
- Sim’s Park and Dolphin’s Nose
- Tea estate views
- Ooty Lake and Botanical Garden
Optional Paid Activities
- Nilgiri Mountain Railway ticket subject to availability
- Ooty Lake boating
- Botanical Garden and Sim’s Park entry
- Tea factory visit or tasting
Tickets and activity charges are paid directly unless included in your confirmed package. Rates, availability and operating hours can change.
Which Travellers Should Follow This Day?
Follow this day when travelling from Coimbatore to Ooty. Toy-train tickets should be booked separately and are subject to availability.
DAY 14Ooty to Coorg
Distance: Approx. 235 KMDriving Time: 6–7 Hours
Route: Ooty → Gudalur → Gundlupet → Mysuru bypass → Madikeri
Places to Visit
- Doddabetta Peak
- Tea Factory and Museum
- Scenic Nilgiri drive
- Abbey Falls
- Raja’s Seat and Madikeri town
Optional Paid Activities
- Doddabetta and tea museum entry
- Abbey Falls entry
- Optional plantation tour
- Local jeep or guide service
Tickets and activity charges are paid directly unless included in your confirmed package. Rates, availability and operating hours can change.
Which Travellers Should Follow This Day?
Follow this day for the long inter-state journey from Ooty to Coorg. Attraction coverage depends on departure time and traffic.
DAY 15Coorg to Wayanad
Distance: Approx. 125 KMDriving Time: 3.5–4 Hours
Route: Madikeri → Virajpet → Kutta → Mananthavady → Wayanad
Places to Visit
- Coffee plantation views
- Banasura Sagar Dam
- Pookode Lake
- Lakkidi View Point
- Wayanad countryside
Optional Paid Activities
- Plantation tour
- Banasura Sagar boating
- Pookode Lake boating
- Zipline or adventure activities at licensed centres
Tickets and activity charges are paid directly unless included in your confirmed package. Rates, availability and operating hours can change.
Which Travellers Should Follow This Day?
Follow this day when travelling from Coorg to Wayanad. Choose attractions based on your hotel location because Wayanad is spread across a large area.
DAY 16Wayanad to Calicut Drop
Distance: Approx. 90 KMDriving Time: 2.5–3 Hours
Route: Wayanad → Lakkidi → Thamarassery Churam → Kozhikode
Places to Visit
- Edakkal Caves subject to timing
- Soochipara Waterfalls option
- Chain Tree and Lakkidi View Point
- Kozhikode Beach and SM Street
- Calicut Airport or Railway Station drop
Optional Paid Activities
- Edakkal Caves entry and local transfer where required
- Waterfall entry or parking
- Optional heritage food walk
- Adventure activities at approved centres
Tickets and activity charges are paid directly unless included in your confirmed package. Rates, availability and operating hours can change.
Which Travellers Should Follow This Day?
Follow this day when ending the tour at Calicut. Add extra time for Edakkal Caves or Soochipara because they are not directly on every drop route.
Complete 16-Day Tour Route
Kochi → Munnar → Thekkady → Alleppey → Kovalam → Trivandrum → Kanyakumari → Rameshwaram → Madurai → Kodaikanal → Coimbatore → Ooty → Coorg → Wayanad → Calicut
You may book the complete route or choose only the destinations required. The itinerary can be shortened, extended, reversed or adjusted around your arrival and departure points.
Important activity and distance note: Distances, driving times, attraction timings and activity availability are approximate. Entry fees, boating, safaris, cultural shows, adventure activities, meals, hotels, toll, parking and interstate permits are additional unless specifically included in the final quotation. Follow official safety instructions and use only authorized activity operators.
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Can this 16-day Kerala tour itinerary be customized?
Yes. The route, number of nights, sightseeing places, hotels, pickup point, drop point and vehicle can be changed according to your travel dates and group size.
Are the distances and travel times exact?
The distances and driving times shown are approximate. Actual travel time can change because of traffic, weather, road conditions, sightseeing stops and hotel location.
Which vehicles are available for this tour?
Sedan, Ertiga, Innova, Crysta, Tempo Traveller, Force Urbania and larger coaches are available according to the number of passengers.
Are toll, parking and interstate permits included?
The final quotation will clearly show all inclusions. Toll, parking, attraction tickets and Tamil Nadu or Karnataka permit charges may be additional unless specifically included.
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