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09 Nights / 10 Days

Kerala Traditional Tour

Trivandrum · Houseboat · Cochin · Guruvayur · Palakkad · Cochin
Private & Customizable
Well-Planned Itinerary
Comfortable Stays & Transport

Tour Overview

The Kerala Traditional Tour is a private, customizable India itinerary covering Trivandrum · Houseboat · Cochin · Guruvayur · Palakkad · Cochin. Duration: 09 Nights / 10 Days. The day-by-day plan below covers 10 days of sightseeing, transfers and stays — tell us your travel dates and group size and we'll tailor it further.

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Quick Facts

Duration09 Nights / 10 Days
Starting PointTrivandrum
Tour TypePrivate / Customizable
Ending PointCochin
Best ForFamilies, Couples, Groups
DestinationsTrivandrum · Houseboat · Cochin · Guruvayur · Palakkad · Cochin
Backwaters & NatureKerala's green heart
Rich Culture & TraditionsExperience India's diversity

Detailed Itinerary

  1. Day 1 — Arrival at Trivandrum

    Welcome to Kerala traditional tour !!! MR Bharat Holidays welcomes you on your arrival at Trivandrum airport. After a garland welcome, you will be transfer to the hotel. Check-in at the hotel and refresh yourself.

    In the evening, enjoy your evening while exploring the nearby markets. Later enjoy dinner and then stay overnight at the hotel.

  2. Day 2 — Trivandrum sightseeing

    The 2nd day of the tour will go into exploring the famous attractions of Trivandrum. After breakfast, you will leave for sightseeing tour of the city. Some of the famous places to explore in the city include of Padmanabhapuram Palace, Wooden Palace and many more. In the evening, explore the famous markets of the city and enjoy some shopping. Later enjoy dinner and then stay overnight at the hotel.

  3. Day 3 — Trivandrum - Houseboat

    Enjoy the breakfast in the morning and then you will leave to get an experience of Houseboat stay and Kerala backwaters. Houseboat stay will be the life time experience of your life. It is something which is not found anywhere else in the world.

    Enjoy your whole day in enjoying the beautiful nature of the state with Kerala backwaters. Enjoy your night stay at the houseboat after delicious dinner.

  4. Day 4 — Houseboat - Cochin

    After breakfast, you will leave for next destination of the tour which is Cochin. Cochin is approximately 65 kilometers from here. Cochin is one of the beautiful cities of Kerala. Upon arrival at Cochin, check-in at the hotel.

    Enjoy your rest of the day as leisure or enjoy your own activity. Also enjoy the sunset cruise in the evening. After dinner, stay overnight at the hotel.

  5. Day 5 — Cochin sightseeing

    The 5th day of the tour will go into exploring the famous attritions of Cochin. After breakfast, visit Jew town and later visit St. Francis Church.

    In the afternoon enjoy lunch and explore other attractions including the Santa Cruz Basilica, the Dutch Palace, 15th century Chinese fishing nets and many other such attractions.

    Enjoy your evening with ?Kathakali? program which is traditional dance and music program of Kerala. Later enjoy dinner and then stay overnight at the hotel.

  6. Day 6 — Cochin - Guruvayoor

    Today after breakfast, you will leave for next destination of the tour which is Guruvayoor. The distance between two places is near about 130 kilometers and around two to three hours journey.

    Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel and leave to explore the famous attractions of Guruvayoor including Krishna temple, Punathoor Kotta and many more.

    Enjoy your evening while doing some shopping. Later enjoy the dinner at any traditional restaurant. After dinner, stay overnight at the hotel.

  7. Day 7 — Guruvayur - Palakkad

    After breakfast, we will leave for Palakkad. The distance between two places is near about 70 kilometers and around one to two hours journey.

    En-route, visit Kalamandalam. This is the place where one gets to experience the art and tradition of Kerala. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. Enjoy your evening with wonderful atmosphere of Palakkad. After dinner, stay overnight at the hotel.

  8. Day 8 — Palakkad sightseeing

    The 8th day of the tour will go into exploring the famous attraction of Palakkad. After breakfast, you will leave for sightseeing tour. In the morning season visit Attapaddy.

    In the afternoon enjoy lunch and then visit Silent Valley National Park. The place is known for its thick green environment. After dinner, stay overnight at the hotel.

  9. Day 9 — Palakkad - Calicut

    The next destination of the tour is Calicut which is about 130 kilometers form Palakkad. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel and then later leave to explore the famous attractions of Calicut.

    Some of the famous place to explore in Calicut include of Hindustan Kalari Sangam and other attractions. Here at Calicut, you can enjoy Ayurveda massage as well. After dinner, stay overnight at the hotel.

  10. Day 10 — Calicut (departure)

    Your 10 days long Kerala comes to an end today. After breakfast, you will be transfer to airport to board a flight for onwards destination.

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Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions

  • 08 Nights? accommodation in hotel
  • 01 night accommodation in houseboat
  • Daily breakfast at Hotel
  • All meals at houseboat
  • Transfers by A/C Car
  • Sightseeing as per itinerary
  • All taxes

Exclusions

  • Any travel insurance
  • Tips, laundry, telephone calls, etc??
  • Extra meals and beverages
  • All entrance fees
  • Any Optional activities like Boating, Trekking, Paragliding, Jungle Safari, Elephant Safari, Kath Kali Show and Ayurvedic Massage Etc.
  • Anything else not mentioned in the package inclusions

Why Choose This Tour?

  • Covers real, on-the-ground India travel experience
  • Well-paced, comfortable itinerary
  • Fully customizable to your dates and budget
  • Suitable for families, couples and groups
  • Local, English-speaking support throughout

FAQs

How many days is the Kerala Traditional Tour?

This itinerary runs 09 Nights / 10 Days, and can be shortened or extended to fit your schedule.

Can this tour be customized?

Yes — every itinerary on this site is a starting point. Tell us your dates, budget and interests and we'll tailor the plan, hotels and pace to suit you.

Are the hotels included?

Accommodation is included as listed under Inclusions above; we can adjust the hotel category (standard, deluxe or luxury) to your preference.

Is this a private tour?

Yes, this is a private, chauffeur-driven itinerary for your group — not a shared coach tour.

How do I get a quote?

Use the form on this page, WhatsApp us, or call our travel desk — we typically respond with a personalized quote within one business day.

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