Arrive in Thiruvananthapuram
Arrive in Thiruvananthapuram, settle in and begin with Padmanabhaswamy Temple precinct. The evening is kept flexible for rest and a comfortable start.
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BEACHES & ISLANDS
Poovar and South Kerala coast: Thiruvananthapuram to Kollam
A 6-day beaches & islands journey through Thiruvananthapuram, Kovalam, Poovar, Varkala, Kollam. This route pairs memorable stops with practical travel time and a flexible final day.
AT A GLANCE
Places along the way
01Thiruvananthapuram
02Kovalam
03Poovar
04Varkala
05Kollam
THE JOURNEY
Day by day
This is your starting route. We will check travel time, opening hours, meals and rest stops with you before confirming each day.
Thiruvananthapuram to Kovalam
Travel onward to Kovalam. Spend time at the beach and lighthouse coast, with a break for local food and room to explore at your own pace. Overnight in or near Kovalam.
Kovalam to Poovar
Travel onward to Poovar. Spend time at the estuary and backwater boat routes, with a break for local food and room to explore at your own pace. Overnight in or near Poovar.
Poovar to Varkala
Travel onward to Varkala. Spend time at the cliff and beach, with a break for local food and room to explore at your own pace. Overnight in or near Varkala.
Varkala to Kollam
Travel onward to Kollam. Spend time at the backwaters and old port heritage, with a break for local food and room to explore at your own pace. Overnight in or near Kollam.
Depart from Kollam
Enjoy breakfast, allow time for any final local visit, then transfer to the agreed departure point. Final timing is set around your onward travel.
PLANNED WITH YOU
Room for the moments that matter.
Tell us what your group enjoys, how much walking feels comfortable and where you would like time to pause. Our travel team will adjust the route, check practical connections and explain each confirmed arrangement before you book.
01 · A person reviews your route02 · We check the practical details03 · You approve the written proposal
WHAT TO EXPECT
Trip details
Proposed inclusions
- Route planning and travel coordination
- Accommodation in the category agreed before booking
- Ground transfers and sightseeing for the confirmed route
- Destination guidance and local activity coordination
Usually separate
- Flights or train tickets unless specifically added
- Meals, tickets, permits or special entry not listed in the final proposal
- Personal spending, tips and activities outside the agreed itinerary
Temple opening hours, darshan access, permits, weather and road times can change. We confirm practical timings and all arrangements in the final proposal before booking.