Kerala Tour Packages & Destination Guide

Spiritual Capital

Guruvayoor

Why You Should Visit

Famous for the historic Guruvayur Sri Krishna Temple, this sacred town is one of South India's most revered pilgrimage destinations, rich in centuries-old traditions and spiritual serenity.

Key Benefits

Divine Atmosphere: Experience traditional temple rituals and devotional arts.
Elephant Sanctuary: Visit one of the world's largest domestic elephant camps.
Cultural Heritage: Authentic Kerala temple architecture and classical arts.

Popular Places to Visit

Guruvayur Temple Punnathur Kotta Elephant Sanctuary Mammiyoor Temple Chavakkad Beach

Spiritual Spot

Niagara of India

Athirapilly

Why You Should Visit

Standing at 80 feet, Athirapilly is Kerala’s largest cascade. Nestled in lush rainforests, its thunderous falls offer an unmissable cinematic natural spectacle.

Key Benefits

Photographer's Delight: Iconic cinematic backdrops for romantic and nature photography.
Biodiversity Hotspot: Home to rare endangered hornbills and lush jungle trails.
Rejuvenating Waters: Natural mist and river strolls for complete relaxation.

Popular Places to Visit

Athirapilly Main Falls Vazhachal Falls Thumboormuzhi Butterfly Park Charpa Waterfalls

Nature Wonder

Hill Station Queen

Munnar

Why You Should Visit

Perched at 1,600 meters above sea level, Munnar features rolling tea gardens, mist-filled valleys, and pleasant temperatures, making it South India's top hill retreat.

Key Benefits

Cool Crisp Climate: Ideal weather escapes all year round.
Tea Culture: Private tea plantation walks and fresh tasting tours.
Adventure & Trekking: High peaks and wildlife sightings like Nilgiri Tahr.

Popular Places to Visit

Eravikulam National Park Mattupetty Dam Tea Museum Anamudi Peak

Misty Hills

Wild & Aromatic

Thekkady

Why You Should Visit

Known for Periyar National Park, Thekkady offers a rich mixture of wildlife boat safaris, fragrant spice gardens, and authentic Kerala cultural performances.

Key Benefits

Wildlife Safaris: Spot wild elephants, deer, and exotic bird species.
Spice Gardens: Guided cardamom, pepper, and vanilla plantation walks.
Arts & Martial Arts: Evening Kathakali and Kalaripayattu shows.

Popular Places to Visit

Periyar National Park Elephant Junction Anakkara Spice Village Periyar Lake Boat Ride

Wildlife Sanctuary

Offbeat Meadow Heaven

Vagamon

Why You Should Visit

A tranquil, lesser-explored hill station defined by velvety green pine forests, rolling grassy meadows, and mist-covered mountain valleys.

Key Benefits

Peaceful & Uncrowded: Perfect for quiet romantic trips and family relaxation.
Adventure Sports: Popular location for paragliding and trekking.
Pine Forests: Photogenic tall pine woods for peaceful strolls.

Popular Places to Visit

Vagamon Pine Forest Kurisumala Ashram Vagamon Meadows Marmala Waterfalls

Peaceful Meadows

Signature Experience

Houseboat Cruises

Why You Should Visit

Floating through Kerala’s vast backwaters in a luxury converted traditional rice barge (Kettuvallam) is Kerala’s most famous travel experience.

Key Benefits

Luxury Floating Hotel: Fully furnished air-conditioned bedrooms with private decks.
Personalized Chef: Freshly prepared traditional meals and seafood onboard.
Backwater Sunset: Unmatched scenic tranquility along village water canals.

Popular Cruise Routes

Alleppey Round Cruise Kumarakom to Alleppey Kuttanad Canal Route Vembanad Overnight

Luxury Cruise

Venice of the East

Alleppey (Alappuzha)

Why You Should Visit

Known for its expansive backwater hub, golden palm-lined beaches, and heritage pier, Alleppey is the heart of Kerala's backwater tourism.

Key Benefits

Shikara Boat Tours: Explore narrow village canals up close.
Authentic Cuisine: Fresh Karimeen (Pearl Spot) fish and local delights.
Coastal Charm: Serene beaches and ancient lighthouse views.

Popular Places to Visit

Alleppey Beach Old Sea Pier Pathiramanal Island Kuttanad Paddy Fields

Backwater Hub

Luxury Backwater Sanctuary

Kumarakom

Why You Should Visit

Set along Vembanad Lake, Kumarakom is a cluster of peaceful islands famed for luxury backwater resorts, bird sanctuaries, and Ayurvedic wellness retreats.

Key Benefits

5-Star Resorts: Premium lakeside infinity pools and luxury villas.
Bird Sanctuary: Migratory birds like herons, storks, and kingfishers.
Ayurveda Spa: Authentic Kerala rejuvenating body therapies.

Popular Places to Visit

Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary Vembanad Lake Arookutty Backwaters Bay Island Driftwood Museum

Lakeside Luxury

Pristine & Quiet Beach

Marari Beach

Why You Should Visit

An idyllic, peaceful fishing village with soft white sands and towering coconut groves. Ideal for travelers seeking uncrowded, peaceful beach relaxation.

Key Benefits

Uncrowded Sands: Quiet beaches far away from noisy commercial spots.
Village Life: Watch local fishermen launch traditional wooden canoes.
Relaxing Sunset Walks: Clean, tranquil coastal shores.

Popular Places to Visit

Marari Beach Mararikulam Fishing Village Kokkamangalam Church

Quiet Paradise

Gateway to Backwaters

Kollam

Why You Should Visit

Rich in history, Kollam sits on Ashtamudi Lake. It is home to the famous Jatayu Earth's Center—the world's largest bird sculpture set upon high hills.

Key Benefits

Jatayu Earth Center: Cable car ride and world-record sculpture.
Ashtamudi Lake: Eight-armed lake offering eight scenic waterways.
Historical Forts: Colonial Dutch and British heritage monuments.

Popular Places to Visit

Jatayu Earth Center Ashtamudi Lake Thangassery Lighthouse Munroe Island

Historic Lake

Cliffside Coastal Magic

Varkala

Why You Should Visit

Varkala is famous for red laterite cliffs bordering the Arabian Sea. Vibrant cliffside cafes, beach yoga, and sunset views give it a bohemian charm.

Key Benefits

Cliffside Dining: Eat at ocean-view cafes right above the waves.
Papanasam Beach: Holy natural spring waters believed to cleanse sins.
Surfing & Watersports: Popular surfing beaches and paragliding options.

Popular Places to Visit

Varkala North Cliff Papanasam Beach Kappil Lake & Beach Janardhanaswamy Temple

Cliff & Beach

Golden Sands & Heritage

Kovalam

Why You Should Visit

Famous for three adjacent crescent beaches separated by rocky outcroppings, Kovalam is Kerala’s original international beach town.

Key Benefits

Lighthouse Viewpoint: Panoramic Arabian Sea views from the iconic lighthouse top.
Water Activities: Swimming, motorboat rides, and catamarans.
Near Trivandrum: Easy access to Padmanabhaswamy Temple & Poovar.

Popular Places to Visit

Lighthouse Beach Hawa Beach Samudra Beach Poovar Island (Nearby)

Iconic Beach

Misty Wildlife Highlands

Wayanad

Why You Should Visit

Kerala's green highland district, Wayanad pairs dense wildlife sanctuaries and spice plantations with waterfalls, caves and misty viewpoints across the Western Ghats.

Key Benefits

Wildlife Sanctuary: Elephants, tigers and rich Western Ghats biodiversity.
Spice Plantation Tours: Coffee, pepper and cardamom estate walks.
Edakkal Caves: Ancient Neolithic-era rock carvings on a forest trek.

Popular Places to Visit

Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary Edakkal Caves Chembra Peak Meenmutty Falls

Wildlife Escape

Queen of the Arabian Sea

Kochi

Why You Should Visit

A port city shaped by Portuguese, Dutch and British trade, Kochi mixes colonial Fort Kochi architecture, Chinese fishing nets and a modern arts scene in one compact coastal city.

Key Benefits

Chinese Fishing Nets: Iconic 14th-century cantilevered nets on the shoreline.
Colonial Fort Kochi: Portuguese and Dutch heritage architecture.
Kochi-Muziris Biennale: India's leading contemporary art biennale hub.

Popular Places to Visit

Fort Kochi Chinese Fishing Nets Mattancherry Palace Jew Town & Synagogue

Coastal Heritage City

Cultural Capital of Kerala

Thrissur

Why You Should Visit

Known as Kerala's cultural capital, Thrissur hosts the spectacular Thrissur Pooram festival with caparisoned elephants, alongside historic temples and classical Kerala art forms.

Key Benefits

Thrissur Pooram: One of Asia's grandest temple festivals, with elephant processions.
Classical Art Forms: Home to Kathakali, Koodiyattam and temple arts.
Vadakkunnathan Temple: Ancient temple at the city's historic centre.

Popular Places to Visit

Vadakkunnathan Temple Thrissur Zoo Athirapally Falls (nearby) Guruvayoor (nearby)

Festival City

Fort by the Arabian Sea

Bekal

Why You Should Visit

Home to Kerala's largest fort, Bekal pairs a dramatic keyhole-shaped sea fort with quiet, uncrowded beaches on the state's northern coast.

Key Benefits

Bekal Fort: Kerala's largest fort, with panoramic Arabian Sea views.
Uncrowded Beaches: Quiet northern Kerala coastline away from crowds.
Backwater Access: Nearby Valiyaparamba backwaters for houseboat cruises.

Popular Places to Visit

Bekal Fort Bekal Beach Kappil Beach Valiyaparamba Backwaters

Coastal Fort

Land of Looms & Lore

Kannur

Why You Should Visit

Kannur is famous for handloom weaving, dramatic Theyyam ritual performances and a string of pristine, lesser-visited beaches along Kerala's northern coast.

Key Benefits

Theyyam Rituals: Vivid traditional ritual art performed at village shrines.
Handloom Heritage: Historic weaving centre for Kerala's handloom industry.
Pristine Beaches: Muzhappilangad drive-in beach and quiet coastal stretches.

Popular Places to Visit

Muzhappilangad Drive-In Beach St. Angelo Fort Parassinikadavu Temple Payyambalam Beach

Cultural Coast

Island Backwater Retreat

Poovar Island

Why You Should Visit

Where the Neyyar River meets the Arabian Sea, Poovar Island's golden sandbar, backwaters and floating cottages make it one of Kerala's most photogenic quiet getaways.

Key Benefits

Floating Cottages: Unique backwater stays accessible only by boat.
Golden Sandbar: Rare stretch where river, backwater and sea meet.
Quiet & Secluded: A calmer alternative to Kerala's busier beach towns.

Popular Places to Visit

Poovar Backwaters Golden Sandbar Beach Neyyar River Government Boat Jetty

Golden Sand Island