Amidst beautiful landscapes and seascapes, surrounded by the blowing palm trees, cruising on the splendid backwaters, a perfect idea of a romantic honeymoon, this is what Kerala is, to a newly married couple. This is indeed a brilliant picture, of those initial days of marriage, when partners try to understand each other, their likes and dislikes and interests. Kerala provides a scenic beauty and a calm environment to the couples, to ponder deep, about each other and their future.
Honeymoon in Kerala, is like a dream, with all the beautiful locales and surroundings, which provides a perfect background for a romantic beginning of your newly married life. From hotels, cottages, luxury resorts to cruise boats, hire whichever place to stay, but you can only look forward to a memorable time.
Kerala : Scintillating backwaters destination
Kerala is renowned for its scintillating backwaters. You cannot really picture this beautiful southern Indian state without its tropical glory. You can reside in the houseboats available in the backwaters of Kerala that will double up your joy by viewing effervescent and captivating stretches of golden sand blankets, pristine riverbeds, crisscrossing water channels, tall palm trees and rural life thriving on the shores. You should really go to the serene hill stations in Kerala with your spouse to bask in the beauty of lush grasslands and soothing aroma of tea and coffee plantations. The salubrious weather will also keep you both florid and spirited.
Honeymoon Attractions in Kerala
- Munnar Hill Station
Located on the Western Ghats, in Idukki district, this hill station has splendid tea gardens, a sight to look at when they are covered in mist. Eravikulam National Park, which is the house of various species of animals , birds and even butterflies is also a brilliant place to see, and is a must visit, when the hill slopes get covered in blue, because of Neelakurinji flowers, though it is once in a 12 years sight and Chinnakanal waterfalls, just add to a romantic getaway for the couples.
- Kumarakom Backwaters
Set in the backdrop of the Vembanad lake, this is a delight for honeymooners. A lot of resorts are settled around the lake , having provisions for boating, fishing, yachting. A perfect holiday destination, Kumarakom is a fevourite for newly weds because of charming sceneries and backwaters.
- Alleppey Houseboats
Also known as The Venice of the East, the lagoons, lakes, beaches, canals and houseboats of Allepey town is a pure bliss and perfect place for a romantic getaway. Strolling on the Alappuzha Beach you can also see the Arabian Sea and old churches and temples or a walk in the lush green paddy fields can also be enjoyed.
- Thekkady Wildlife Sanctuary
The Periyar National Park in Thekkady, offers comfortable boat cruise on Periyar lake also, and the neighbouring coffee and spice plantations in Murikaddy is a splendid site. Chellar Kovil, a nearby place has beautiful waterfalls and cascades and is an extremely serene place. While enjoying the streams and lakes of the place you can also have a bamboo rafting with your partner on Periyar or Thekkady lake.
- The Gorgeous Beaches
The Cherai Beach, the Kappkadavu Beach, the Kovalam and the Varkala Beach in Thiruvananthapuram, all provide mesmerizing sunset sites, where you can spend quality time with your partner without any disturbance and also indulge in sunbathing and swimming. The golden sand and coconut trees of the Meenkunnu beach and the Bekal Fort Beach adjoining the old Bekal fort are best tourist places.
- Athirappily Waterfalls
A part of Chalakudy river, these beautiful waterfalls have become top priority of tourism in Kerala, and for honeymooners , a romantic place to go with your partner.
Because of the quiet, serene locales, Kerala has become a huge hit as a honeymoon destination and thereby, making a lot of travel agencies, taking interest in offering various packages.
Popular hill stations in Kerala
If you are all set to take your beloved on Kerala honeymoon tours like those many other couples, who seek refuge amidst its breathtaking surroundings, you can explore the following popular hill stations here:
- Wayanad
- Munnar
- Chithirapuram
- Thekkady
- Idukki
- Devikulam
- Ponmudi
- Lakkidi
- Vagamon
However, many tourists, especially honeymooners, cannot resist the temptation of the backwaters destinations in Kerala. They get easily charmed by the labyrinth of waterways, calm rivers and quiet lakes and elegant inlets. You would also feel the same kind of pull as others on your honeymoon in Kerala while visiting its backwaters destinations. The experience of sailing on the serene river in a luxury houseboat will leave two of you spellbound.
Famous backwater destinations
Some of the most famous backwater destinations in Kerala, where most of the honeymooners like to spend their special moments, are:
- Alappuzha
- Cochin
- Kollam
- Kasargod
- Kozhikode
- Kottayam
- Kuttanad
- Kumarakom
- Trivandrum
- Thiruvallam
Kerala truly has some magic in its air that makes it an ideal romantic getaway for any couple. On your honeymoon in Kerala, you will get the opportunity to explore Munnar’s hilly surroundings, Cochin’s backwaters and Kovalam’s beaches. The tasty seafood and local Keralan cuisine will be add spice to your honeymoon. Besides, you can also visit some of its popular wildlife sanctuaries located between Wayanad and Vythiri with your better-half.
There are so many things to do in Kerala, that it becomes difficult for you to decide from where to begin. Now-a-days, plenty of Kerala honeymoon packages are available. Most of the couples, who plan for honeymoon in Kerala can consider the following Kerala Honeymoon Tour packages from flight/ train bookings and accommodations to sightseeing, as a complete traveling solution that will make their stay in Kerala absolutely hassle-free.
Kerala Honeymoon Tour
Special Kerala Honeymoon Destination in Kerala
2N Munnar - 1N Thekkady - 1N Alleppey - 1N Cochin Duration of tour 5 Nights / 6 days (07 NIGHTS / 08 DAYS)
Tour Plan
Day 1: Arr. at Cochin Transfer Munnar
Our representative will receive you on arrival at Cochin Airport/ Railway station and transfer to the Resort in Munnar (153 Kms – 5 Hrs drives). Check into hotel Day free & Overnight at Hotel
Day 2: Munnar
After breakfast we take you for a full day sightseeing trip of Munnar – covering some of the major sightseeing - Mattupetty Lake & Dam, Echo Point, Kundale Lake, Blossom Garden, Rajamalai, Eravikulam Wildlife sanctuary home of Nilgiry Thar (very rare mountain goat), considering the ecological faunal, floral, geo- morphological and zoological significant & Tea Plantation & Tea Plantation. Overnight stay in Hotel,
Day 3: Munnar to Thekkady
After breakfast and move to Thekkady (120 Kms / 4 Hrs). Check into Hotel at Thekkady. After refreshing go for a spice plantation Tour to see crops of cardamom cinnamon, pepper, coffee, tea estate (Optional) & later for boating in the Periyar lake- its centre piece of Periyar Wildlife sanctuary also Periyar Tiger reserve, man made lake of the height of 2000 ft, enjoying view the wildlife at the Periyar tiger reserve (Optional). Later return to hotel for overnight stay in hotel.
Day 4: Thekkady to Alleppey Houseboat
After breakfast, transfer to Alleppey to check in to houseboat (170 Kms and 5 Hrs drive) and overnight at houseboat. (Houseboat will move form 1200 Hrs Noon to 1800 Hrs Evening and Morning 0600 Hrs to1000 Hrs)
Day 5: Alleppey to Cochin
Check out time form Houseboat is 10:00 A.M. After check out transfer to Cochin (70 Kms and 2 Hrs drive), after check in to your Hotel, enjoy the sightseeing of including: Jew Synagogue, Dutch Palace, St. Francis Church and Chinese Fishing Net etc. Overnight at Hotel
Day 6: Cochin to further destination
After breakfast free till your flight / train time. Transfer you to airport/ railway station for your further destination.
Hotel/Resort : 3 Star Category
| Destinations |
Hotels |
Nights |
Meal Plan |
| Munnar |
Royal Retreat Resort /Las Palmas Resort |
02 |
B/F |
| Thekkady |
Sandra Palace / Micheal's Inn |
01 |
B/F |
| Alleppey |
Sea Lord /Abad Fort |
01 |
B/F |
| Cochin |
Sea Lord /Abad Fort |
01 |
B/F |
Package Includes
- Accommodation in respective Hotel/Resort
- Daily Breakfast at hotels
- AC Vehicle at disposal
- All toll taxes, Parking charges, driver bata, fuel cost
- All applicable taxes
Package does not includes
- Train fare, Airfare
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses such as laundry, tips, liquor
- Guide & Entrance fees
Short Kerala Honeymoon in Hill-station with Boat Cruise
Destination in Kerala
Cochin - 2N Munnar - 1N Allepey - Cochin Depart
Duration of tour
3 Nights / 4 Days
Tour Plan
Day 01 - Cochin – Munnar
Our friendly representative welcomes you to Cochin at Cochin Airport or Railway Station proceed to Munnar. which is called as “Nature Lover’s Paradise” and is at 1800mts above the sea level. “Check into hotel / resort. Afternoon visit to Rajamalai Sanctuary. Overnight at Munnar.x3fhn.
Day 02 – Munnar
After breakfast, sightseeing of Munnar : Mattupetty Dam/Kundala dam for boating, Eco point. Evening at leisure. Overnight at Munnar.
Day 03- Munnar-Houseboat in Allepey
0900 Hrs after breakfast check out from Hotel and we drive down to Alleppey (185 Kms / 5 Hrs). On arrival check in at houseboat. Rest of the day relax on the Houseboat and enjoy its natural beauty. Sit back and relax while the boat cruises through the narrow serene backwater canals. Lunch, Evening Tea/Coffee with snacks, dinner and enjoy your evening on the sundeck away form polluted cities and towns and maddening crowd .Only disturbance will be twinkle of a shining star or diving of fish around your to say hello by waving its tail from the lake. Overnight stay on House Boat.
Day : 04- Houseboat Allepey – Cochin (Departure)
AM at leisure on House Boat experience the pollution free air and after a good breakfast at 0900 Hrs check out from houseboat and we transfer you Cochin – airport(100 km /2 hrs) / Railway station with some of the best memories of your life. End of munnar and houseboat Tour
Hotel/Resort : 3 Star Category
| Destinations |
Hotels |
Nights |
Meal Plan |
| Munnar |
Royal Retreat Resort /Las Palmas Resort |
02 |
B/F |
| Alleppey |
Deluxe Houseboat A/C |
01 |
All Meals |
Package includes
- Accommodation in respective Hotel/Resort
- Daily Breakfast at hotels
- AC Vehicle at disposal
- All toll taxes, Parking charges, driver bata, fuel cost
- All applicable taxes
Package does not includes
- Train fare, Airfare
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses such as laundry, tips, liquor
- Guide & Entrance fees
Last updated: Oct 19, 2011
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