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Private Kerala trips that start from Chennai on the dates you choose, with the journey, the stays and the days planned by one team. Munnar's tea slopes, a night on an Alleppey houseboat, Thekkady's Periyar lake and the beaches at Varkala and Kovalam.

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Kerala Packages from Chennai

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3 Days Munnar Cochin Bliss3 days / 2 nightsPrivate trip
Munnar

3 Days Munnar Cochin Bliss

Private Trip

A short run to the tea hills and back to the harbour city.

3 days / 2 nights
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5 Days Kerala Munnar Thekkady Alleppey Group TourSave ₹1,0005 days / 4 nightsGroup trip
Munnar

5 Days Kerala Munnar Thekkady Alleppey Group Tour

Group Trip

Tea country, a spice-hill night and a houseboat on the backwaters.

5 days / 4 nights
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3 Days Vagamon Meadows Retreat3 days / 2 nightsPrivate trip
Vagamon

3 Days Vagamon Meadows Retreat

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Two slow nights of glamping in the pine meadows.

3 days / 2 nights
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4 Days Mysore Wayanad Bliss4 days / 3 nightsPrivate trip
Wayanad

4 Days Mysore Wayanad Bliss

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Royal Mysore, then the green quiet of Wayanad.

4 days / 3 nights
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4 Days Wayanad Green Escape from Calicut4 days / 3 nightsPrivate trip
Wayanad

4 Days Wayanad Green Escape from Calicut

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Up the ghat road into the tea and the caves.

4 days / 3 nights
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3 Days Wayanad Green Escape3 days / 2 nightsPrivate trip
Wayanad

3 Days Wayanad Green Escape

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Edakkal caves, Banasura dam and spice country in a long weekend.

3 days / 2 nights
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From₹11,600per person
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4 Days Munnar Alleppey Houseboat Bliss4 days / 3 nightsPrivate trip
Munnar

4 Days Munnar Alleppey Houseboat Bliss

Private Trip

Two nights in the tea hills, one on a houseboat.

4 days / 3 nights
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From₹12,250per person
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5 Days Wayanad Coorg Green Escape5 days / 4 nightsPrivate trip
Wayanad

5 Days Wayanad Coorg Green Escape

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The spice hills of Kerala into the coffee estates of Karnataka.

5 days / 4 nights
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5 Days Wayanad Ooty Hills Escape5 days / 4 nightsPrivate trip
Wayanad

5 Days Wayanad Ooty Hills Escape

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Spice country and tea country, joined by forest roads.

5 days / 4 nights
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5 Days Munnar Thekkady Alleppey Bliss5 days / 4 nightsPrivate trip
Munnar

5 Days Munnar Thekkady Alleppey Bliss

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Tea, spice and backwater, one night each and no rushing.

5 days / 4 nights
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From₹14,500per person
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5 Days Kerala Munnar Alleppey Varkala Group TourSave ₹05 days / 4 nightsGroup trip
Munnar

5 Days Kerala Munnar Alleppey Varkala Group Tour

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Tea country, a houseboat night and the Varkala cliffs to finish.

5 days / 4 nights
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From₹16,999₹16,999₹0 offper person
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6 Days Mysore Wayanad Coorg Green Bliss6 days / 5 nightsPrivate trip
Wayanad

6 Days Mysore Wayanad Coorg Green Bliss

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Royal city, spice hills and coffee estates in six days.

6 days / 5 nights
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6 Days Mysore Wayanad Ooty Bliss6 days / 5 nightsPrivate trip
Wayanad

6 Days Mysore Wayanad Ooty Bliss

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Palace, plantations and the Nilgiris, unhurried.

6 days / 5 nights
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5 Days Munnar Alleppey Varkala Escape5 days / 4 nightsPrivate trip
Munnar

5 Days Munnar Alleppey Varkala Escape

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Tea hills, a houseboat night, then the cliffs at Varkala.

5 days / 4 nights
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From₹16,900per person
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6 Days Guruvayoor Munnar Thekkady Alleppey Yatra6 days / 5 nightsPrivate trip
Kerala

6 Days Guruvayoor Munnar Thekkady Alleppey Yatra

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A temple morning, then the hills and the backwaters.

6 days / 5 nights
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From₹17,600per person
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6 Days Munnar Thekkady Vagamon Alleppey Escape6 days / 5 nightsPrivate trip
Munnar

6 Days Munnar Thekkady Vagamon Alleppey Escape

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The classic route with a quiet detour into the Vagamon meadows.

6 days / 5 nights
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From₹17,900per person
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6 Days Munnar Thekkady Alleppey Varkala Escape6 days / 5 nightsPrivate trip
Munnar

6 Days Munnar Thekkady Alleppey Varkala Escape

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Four landscapes in six days, ending on the cliff at sunset.

6 days / 5 nights
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From₹18,900per person
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6 Days Cochin Munnar Thekkady Alleppey Bliss6 days / 5 nightsPrivate trip
Kochi

6 Days Cochin Munnar Thekkady Alleppey Bliss

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The full classic loop, starting and ending at the harbour.

6 days / 5 nights
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From₹19,499per person
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6 Days Munnar Thekkady Alleppey Kovalam Escape6 days / 5 nightsPrivate trip
Munnar

6 Days Munnar Thekkady Alleppey Kovalam Escape

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The classic circuit, finishing on the sand at Kovalam.

6 days / 5 nights
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8 Days Kerala Kumarakom Kovalam Coastal Bliss8 days / 7 nightsPrivate trip
Munnar

8 Days Kerala Kumarakom Kovalam Coastal Bliss

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Two backwater stays and a beach to finish on.

8 days / 7 nights
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From₹20,500per person
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5 Days Munnar Thekkady Alleppey Honeymoon Escape5 days / 4 nightsPrivate trip
Munnar

5 Days Munnar Thekkady Alleppey Honeymoon Escape

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Misty hills, a safari, and a houseboat night for two.

5 days / 4 nights
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From₹20,900per person
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7 Days Kerala Varkala Kovalam Coastal Escape7 days / 6 nightsPrivate trip
Munnar

7 Days Kerala Varkala Kovalam Coastal Escape

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The whole state end to end, with two beaches to finish.

7 days / 6 nights
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From₹21,500per person
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8 Days Mysore Coorg Wayanad Ooty Grand Escape8 days / 7 nightsPrivate trip
Coorg

8 Days Mysore Coorg Wayanad Ooty Grand Escape

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The full southern hills circuit: palace, coffee, spice and tea.

8 days / 7 nights
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From₹21,999per person
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7 Days Kerala Kovalam Kanyakumari Escape7 days / 6 nightsPrivate trip
Munnar

7 Days Kerala Kovalam Kanyakumari Escape

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All the way down to where three seas meet.

7 days / 6 nights
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From₹22,500per person
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Kerala from Chennai: what travellers ask

From Chennai, Kochi is a 75-minute flight or an overnight train of about 12 hours; Thiruvananthapuram has its own flights and trains for a trip that ends at Kovalam. The 700 km drive is not worth it with those options.

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Mystery-hotel rouletteStays we’d book ourselvesEvery property checked in person — clean rooms, real views.
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We recently took a Kerala trip with Travloger, and the experience was very good. The driver assigned to us was friendly, patient, and helpful, even helping us in getting tickets during peak times in Thekkady and Munnar. The stays matched the shared images, and Alleppey Boat House was a memorable experience. Despite the peak season, we managed to cover all attractions due to the well-planned package and our active cooperation( Like we sacrificed sleep on some days to reach the destination early and to have a good view skipping the heavy traffic).

Sai Nithish PulimiKerala, Munnar, Alleppey

Recently booked a travel via Travloger for Mysore, Coorg and Wayanad. Had an amazing experience. Mahesh was extremely helpful and friendly. The trip didn’t disappoint even for once. They were always responsive to my questions and provided excellent recommendations. I highly recommend them for anyone planning a trip.

Shimona GomesCoorg, Wayanad

I just returned from my Munnar trip, and it was absolutely fantastic! Such a beautiful destination in June travloger helped me plan end to end from hyderabad. Even in the last moment.

Keerthana SrinivasMunnar

Best ones for a Family trip. Great planning, everything is customisable, they plan according to the needs. Kerala 6D, 5N. Perfect planning and hassle-free check-ins and arrangements. Even the driver they chose for us was super good, warm, and welcoming. Clean trip with zero issues. The staff are very responsive, quick and great too. I'm sure travloger will be my go-to in the future ✨✨✨.

ABHISHEK GKerala

It was a lovely trip to Kerala arranged by Travloger. Stay was very pleasant and everything was delivered as committed. Raj from Travloger team arranged and customized our entire package wonderfully and was available 24/7 for any concerns we had. The highlight was our assigned driver. Great guy, very well behaved and warm person. Gave excellent recommendations throughout the trip. Overall it was really good, we’re very happy and will definitely choose Travloger for our future trips!

Ananyaa SKerala

I recently returned from an incredible trip to KERALA , and I couldn't be more grateful to TRAVLOGER for making it all possible. From the initial planning stages to the final goodbye, their team was exceptional.The attention to detail, the personalized service, and the expert knowledge of the destination all combined to create an unforgettable experience. Our guide, was phenomenal - knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and always looking out for our needs.The accommodations, transportation, and activities were all top-notch, and the itinerary was perfectly balanced to allow for relaxation and exploration. 30/10/2025 Gayathri Mummidi 4 Hampi Had a great weekend trip to Hampi with Travelog Trip Planners!

harshini KokiligaddaKerala

Thanks to travloger for helping us with Kerala trip and we really enjoyed the whole trip and sincere thanks to all-rounder(Sham Jo guide/chauffeur ) who assisted us with the local site seeing and best places to visit.

KittuKerala

Travloger made our Kerala trip straight-up unforgettable!From Munnar’s misty hills to Alleppey’s peaceful backwaters, everything was planned so smoothly that we didn’t have to worry about a single thing. Beautiful stays, perfect timing, and a super-friendly driver (Sheren chetta) who made the journey even better.Travloger didn’t just organise a trip — they crafted an experience. If you want your vacation to feel effortless, aesthetic, and full of happy memories, Travloger is the one. 🌴✨💚

Makrand LawateKerala, Munnar, Alleppey

We had a very comfortable and smooth experience with this company. Especially since our family didn't speak the language of malayalam on this trip to Kerala, we were glad to have someone help us navigate the whole tour; a special shoutout to Abhishek (tour guide and the transporter) and Deepika who have been absolutely lovely and have been of great help . It was great and fun trip 😌

Neha ReddyKerala

Celebrating our anniversary amidst Kerala's lush tea estates and backwater sunsets was an experience we will cherish forever. Travloger made it effortless and beautiful. Highly recommend to anyone planning a Kerala trip - you are in very safe and capable hands!

Pavan PalepuKerala

Our trip to the kerala with travloger was an amazing experience. This was blend of everything; the mist of mountains and the breeze of beaches. The travel plan was very well arranged and managed. It was affordable too. We are very happy and satisfied.

Pooja PatilKerala

Travloger made our Kerala trip truly unforgettable. From the misty hills of Munnar to the peaceful backwaters of Alleppey, everything was planned so smoothly that we could just relax and enjoy every moment. The stays were beautiful, the itinerary was well-paced, and our driver Denny Varghese was incredibly kind, friendly, and made the journey even more comfortable.It was a pure girls’ trip, and we felt completely safe and at ease throughout. This trip wasn’t just about visiting places, it was about creating memories filled with laughter, calm views, and good vibes. If you’re looking for an effortless and memorable Kerala experience, Travloger is definitely worth it 🌴✨💚

Shambhavi PandeyKerala, Munnar, Alleppey

We booked our Varkala and Alleppey trip through Travlogger, and it was a wonderful experience from start to finish. ❤️❤️The entire trip was well planned and smoothly executed, making it a relaxed and memorable journey for our group🫶🏻Both destinations were beautifully covered, and the overall coordination made traveling easy and stress-free. The arrangements, planning, and support throughout the trip were handled very well, allowing us to truly enjoy the experience without any worries.A special thanks to Deepika, who was an absolute support throughout the trip.

Sharmila NatarajanAlleppey

Kerala trip was amazing. Well planned and executed by travloger

Soniya nishantKerala

It was an incredible trip to Kerala with my friends. Hotels and the arrangements made by the travloger were good and I enjoyed it a lot.

sripada pranathiKerala

I went to kerala 2 weeks ago with my family for the first time and it was best I customised my package with travloger they helped in giving best advise and suggestions…..the package include waterfalls, lush valleys which was amazing and the stays they provided us was so comfortable and amazing every hotel we stayed was best staff was so cooperative..In alleppy boat stay was a different experience sunsets views was so mesmerising..I recommend you all guys to reach travloger if you are planning to go anywhere .:

Sumera AhmedKerala

We travelled to kerala with travloger and it was really a good experience. They made us our iternary according to our convinience and comfort. No hustle anywhere. Me and my friends had a really good time . Thanks to travloger

Sushma PoojaryKerala

During this memorable trip, it wasn't merely a voyage but an enriching adventure shared with dear friends and family. The experience proved to be exceptionally comfortable, justifying every penny spent. Opting for this option was a decision I would have regretted not making, given the unparalleled comfort and joy it brought. A pivotal factor in this delightful journey was our travel guide, Deepika. Her remarkable care and attention to detail ensured that every moment was free of discomfort, making this expedition truly special.

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Amazing trip.Kudos to Vasanth goud our agent.Lodging and food stops could have been better but still worth it.

Abhishek Gupta

Over all a very good experience. Our queries were resolved on time.The travel tempo was very uncomfortable that can be improved.

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Kerala trip from Chennai at a glance

37 Kerala tour packages from Chennai: private Kerala holiday packages planned around your dates and 2 fixed-date group departures, every one with the Chennai to Kochi flight or train added to the quote on request. Prices below are per person for the land package.

  • Duration: 3 to 19 days; most first trips take 5 or 6.
  • Price: from ₹10,999 per person on twin sharing for the land package: stays, a private car with driver, the houseboat where the plan names one, breakfasts and the sightseeing listed on each trip page.
  • Travel: From Chennai, Kochi is a 75-minute flight or the overnight Chennai to Ernakulam trains, about 12 hours. Thiruvananthapuram has its own trains and flights for a trip that ends at Kovalam. The drive is 700 km and not worth it with those options.
  • How long from Chennai: From Chennai the overnight train does the travelling while you sleep, so four days works; five adds Thekkady, and seven reach Kovalam and Kanyakumari in the south.
  • When Chennai travels: Chennai's own rains are the northeast monsoon, October to December; Kerala is past its heavy rain by then, with short afternoon showers in October and November.
  • Trip type: private trips planned around your dates and your group, and 2 fixed-date group departures.

Kerala group tours from Chennai: fixed dates and prices

2 fixed-date group departures on this page, from ₹10,999 per person: 5 Days Kerala Munnar Thekkady Alleppey Group Tour (5D/4N, from ₹10,999); 5 Days Kerala Munnar Alleppey Varkala Group Tour (5D/4N, from ₹16,999). The price is a seat on the trip: the bus or cabs from the meeting point, every stay on twin or triple sharing, the meals the trip page lists, the houseboat where the plan names one, and a trip captain from the first morning to the last.

The group meets at Kochi on the morning of day one, so from Chennai you join it by the evening flight the day before, or the overnight train that arrives the same morning; a planner on WhatsApp helps with the tickets and the timing. The overnight Chennai to Ernakulam trains, including the Alleppey Express and the Trivandrum Mail, take about 12 hours; the Alleppey Express goes on to Alappuzha itself, which suits a trip that starts on the backwaters.

A private Kerala trip from Chennai is the other way to do it: your own car and driver from the airport or station, your own dates and your own pace, from ₹10,999 per person.

Cheapest Kerala packages from Chennai, with prices

The three lowest prices on this page, per person on twin sharing: 3 Days Munnar Cochin Bliss at ₹10,999 for 3D/2N; 5 Days Kerala Munnar Thekkady Alleppey Group Tour at ₹10,999 for 5D/4N; 3 Days Vagamon Meadows Retreat at ₹10,999 for 3D/2N. Every price is the land package, so add the Chennai to Kochi fare: the overnight train is the cheaper way, the flight the quick one. Prices rise in the Christmas fortnight, on long weekends and in the Onam week, and fall from June to September in the monsoon.

Kerala routes that suit a trip from Chennai

Chennai has an overnight train straight to Alappuzha and trains to Thiruvananthapuram, so a trip from Chennai can start on the backwaters, or finish in the south at Kovalam and Kanyakumari instead of looping back to Kochi.

24 plans fit that from Chennai, from ₹10,999 per person: 5 Days Kerala Munnar Thekkady Alleppey Group Tour (5D/4N, from ₹10,999); 4 Days Munnar Alleppey Houseboat Bliss (4D/3N, from ₹12,250); 5 Days Munnar Thekkady Alleppey Bliss (5D/4N, from ₹14,500); 5 Days Munnar Alleppey Varkala Escape (5D/4N, from ₹16,900).

Kerala tour packages from Chennai by duration: 3 to 8+ days

From Chennai the overnight train does the travelling while you sleep, so four days works; five adds Thekkady, and seven reach Kovalam and Kanyakumari in the south.

2 nights / 3 days Kerala package from Chennai (3D/2N), from ₹10,999 per person: 3 Days Munnar Cochin Bliss (3D/2N, from ₹10,999); 3 Days Vagamon Meadows Retreat (3D/2N, from ₹10,999); 3 Days Wayanad Green Escape (3D/2N, from ₹11,600).

3 nights / 4 days Kerala package from Chennai (4D/3N), from ₹11,499 per person: 4 Days Mysore Wayanad Bliss (4D/3N, from ₹11,499); 4 Days Wayanad Green Escape from Calicut (4D/3N, from ₹11,499); 4 Days Munnar Alleppey Houseboat Bliss (4D/3N, from ₹12,250).

4 nights / 5 days Kerala package from Chennai (5D/4N), from ₹10,999 per person: 5 Days Kerala Munnar Thekkady Alleppey Group Tour (5D/4N, from ₹10,999); 5 Days Wayanad Coorg Green Escape (5D/4N, from ₹13,999); 5 Days Wayanad Ooty Hills Escape (5D/4N, from ₹13,999).

5 nights / 6 days Kerala package from Chennai (6D/5N), from ₹16,499 per person: 6 Days Mysore Wayanad Coorg Green Bliss (6D/5N, from ₹16,499); 6 Days Mysore Wayanad Ooty Bliss (6D/5N, from ₹16,499); 6 Days Guruvayoor Munnar Thekkady Alleppey Yatra (6D/5N, from ₹17,600).

6 nights / 7 days Kerala package from Chennai (7D/6N), from ₹21,500 per person: 7 Days Kerala Varkala Kovalam Coastal Escape (7D/6N, from ₹21,500); 7 Days Kerala Kovalam Kanyakumari Escape (7D/6N, from ₹22,500); 7 Days Kerala Varkala Kovalam Luxury Escape (7D/6N, from ₹46,500).

Eight days and longer, from ₹20,500: 8 Days Kerala Kumarakom Kovalam Coastal Bliss (8D/7N, from ₹20,500); 8 Days Mysore Coorg Wayanad Ooty Grand Escape (8D/7N, from ₹21,999); 8 Days Wayanad Munnar Thekkady Alleppey Adventure (8D/7N, from ₹26,250). These add Kumarakom, Wayanad or the Tamil Nadu temples to the circuit.

Kerala trip cost from Chennai

Chennai to Kerala tour package cost: Kerala holiday packages from Chennai start at ₹10,999 per person: ₹10,999 for 3 days, ₹11,499 for 4 days, ₹10,999 for 5 days, ₹16,499 for 6 days and ₹21,500 for 7 days, on twin sharing. That is the land package: the stays, breakfasts, a private car with driver for the whole trip, the houseboat with meals where the plan names one, and the sightseeing on each trip page. From Chennai, Kochi is a 75-minute flight or the overnight Chennai to Ernakulam trains, about 12 hours. Thiruvananthapuram has its own trains and flights for a trip that ends at Kovalam. The drive is 700 km and not worth it with those options.

The hotel band and the houseboat move the price the most; the Kerala trip cost page breaks both down.

Five-star plans, from ₹10,999: 3 Days Vagamon Meadows Retreat (3D/2N, from ₹10,999); 8 Days Mysore Coorg Wayanad Ooty Grand Escape (8D/7N, from ₹21,999); 3 Days Munnar Tea Hills Retreat (3D/2N, from ₹24,500).

Every price on this page is per person and excludes GST: 5% GST is added at checkout and on every quote.

Reviews from Kerala trips with Travloger

From the Google reviews of travellers who took these Kerala tour packages, in their own words; the Chennai planner books the same stays, drivers and houseboats.

  • "It was an incredible trip to Kerala with my friends. Hotels and the arrangements made by the travloger were good and I enjoyed it a lot." - sripada pranathi, Kerala (5 stars)
  • "I went to kerala 2 weeks ago with my family for the first time and it was best I customised my package with travloger they helped in giving best advise and suggestions…..the package include waterfalls, lush valleys which was amazing and the stays they provided us was so comfortable and amazing every hotel we stayed was best staff was so cooperative..In alleppy boat stay was a different experience sunsets views was so mesmerising..I recommend you all guys to reach travloger if you are planning to go anywhere .:" - Sumera Ahmed, Kerala (5 stars)
  • "We travelled to kerala with travloger and it was really a good experience. They made us our iternary according to our convinience and comfort. No hustle anywhere. Me and my friends had a really good time . Thanks to travloger" - Sushma Poojary, Kerala (5 stars)
  • "We recently took a Kerala trip with Travloger, and the experience was very good. The driver assigned to us was friendly, patient, and helpful, even helping us in getting tickets during peak times in Thekkady and Munnar. The stays matched the shared images, and Alleppey Boat House was a memorable experience. Despite the peak season, we managed to cover all attractions due to the well-planned package and our active cooperation( Like we sacrificed sleep on some days to reach the destination early and to have a good view skipping the heavy traffic)." - Sai Nithish Pulimi, Kerala, Munnar, Alleppey (4 stars)
  • "Recently booked a travel via Travloger for Mysore, Coorg and Wayanad. Had an amazing experience. Mahesh was extremely helpful and friendly. The trip didn’t disappoint even for once. They were always responsive to my questions and provided excellent recommendations. I highly recommend them for anyone planning a trip." - Shimona Gomes, Coorg, Wayanad (5 stars)

A 5 day Kerala trip from Chennai that starts on the backwaters

  • Night before: the Chennai to Alleppey express leaves Chennai Central in the evening and reaches Alappuzha the next morning.
  • Day 1: breakfast in Alappuzha and onto the houseboat around noon; the night on the backwaters.
  • Day 2: drive to Thekkady, about four hours, for a spice-plantation walk and a Kathakali or Kalaripayattu show.
  • Day 3: the Periyar lake boat ride early, then over the hills to Munnar.
  • Day 4: Munnar: Eravikulam, the tea museum, Mattupetty dam and Echo Point.
  • Day 5: drive to Kochi, about three hours, for the evening flight or the overnight train back to Chennai.

24 plans on this page suit a trip from Chennai, from ₹10,999 per person: 5 Days Kerala Munnar Thekkady Alleppey Group Tour (5D/4N, from ₹10,999); 4 Days Munnar Alleppey Houseboat Bliss (4D/3N, from ₹12,250); 5 Days Munnar Thekkady Alleppey Bliss (5D/4N, from ₹14,500).

How to reach Kerala from Chennai, and the best time to visit

Best time to visit Kerala from Chennai

  • Chennai's own rains are the northeast monsoon, October to December; Kerala is past its heavy rain by then, with short afternoon showers in October and November.
  • The Pongal holidays in January and the May school holidays are the busiest weeks for Chennai families; book the trains 60 days ahead.
  • A south loop of Thiruvananthapuram, Kovalam and Kanyakumari suits a shorter trip, since Kanyakumari is about 90 km from Thiruvananthapuram.
  • The season: September to March is the best time overall, December to February the peak, and June to August the monsoon, green and half the price.

Chennai to Kerala by flight

Chennai to Kochi is a 75-minute flight, several a day, and Thiruvananthapuram has its own direct flights for a trip that ends at Kovalam.

Chennai to Kerala by train

The overnight Chennai to Ernakulam trains, including the Alleppey Express and the Trivandrum Mail, take about 12 hours; the Alleppey Express goes on to Alappuzha itself, which suits a trip that starts on the backwaters.

By road

By road it is about 700 km to Kochi through Salem and Coimbatore, 12 to 13 hours, not worth it with an overnight train that costs less. Whichever way you come, every trip starts at Kochi airport or Ernakulam station with a car and driver, or at the group's meeting point.

Check the facts yourself: the Kerala Tourism board at keralatourism.org has the official pages on Munnar, Alleppey and the houseboat licences, and train seats and running days are on irctc.co.in.

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