5 Nights 6 Days Kerala Tour Package with Kozhikode and Thrissur
Overview
This is Kerala beyond the usual hills-and-houseboat circuit: the Malabar coast and its hinterland, travelled north to south from Kannur to Cochin. The 5 nights 6 days Kerala tour package with Kozhikode and Thrissur starts at Kannur, where the Portuguese built Fort St. Angelo in 1505, then climbs into the forested hills of Wayanad before dropping back to the coast at Kozhikode.
In Wayanad you see the ancient rock engravings of Edakkal Caves, Soochippara Falls and the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary. Kozhikode brings Kappad Beach, where Vasco da Gama first landed in 1498, the Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary, the Pazhassiraja Archaeological Museum and Dolphin's Point. The last full day is spent around Thrissur, with an excursion to Athirappilly Falls – Kerala's largest waterfall, fed by the Chalakudy River – followed by the Vadakkunnathan Temple and the Thrissur Zoo and Museum.
The route suits travellers who have already seen Munnar and Alleppey, history lovers and anyone flying into Kannur. You stay in 3-star hotels with daily breakfast, travel in a private vehicle, and finish with a drop at Cochin airport or railway station.
Package Features
Pick-up in Kannur and drop in Cochin, with no backtracking.
A Portuguese sea fort from 1505 and the Arakkal Museum.
Edakkal Caves, Soochippara Falls and the wildlife sanctuary.
Kappad Beach, Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary and Dolphin's Point.
Kerala's largest waterfall, set in the Vazhachal forest.
Vadakkunnathan Temple and the Thrissur Zoo and Museum.
Included
- 5 nights' stay in 3-star hotels on double occupancy (1 night Kannur, 1 night Wayanad, 1 night Kozhikode, 2 nights Thrissur)
- Daily breakfast at the hotel
- Pick-up at Kannur airport or railway station and drop at Cochin International Airport or railway station
- All transfers and sightseeing by private vehicle as per the itinerary
- Sightseeing and activities as listed in the itinerary
- GST
Excluded
- Flights or train tickets to Kannur and from Cochin
- Lunch and dinner
- Entry tickets, safari fees and camera fees at Edakkal Caves, Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, the museums, Thrissur Zoo and other sights, unless specifically included
- Personal expenses such as shopping, laundry, phone calls and tips
- Travel insurance
- Anything not listed under Included
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Kannur Arrival – Local Sightseeing
- Our driver picks you up from Kannur airport or railway station and takes you to your hotel.
- Complete check-in formalities and rest for a while.
- Visit Fort St. Angelo, built on the seafront by the Portuguese in 1505, and the Arakkal Museum, once the palace of Kerala's only Muslim royal family.
- Return to your hotel in the evening. Overnight stay in Kannur.
- Highlights of the Day: Fort St. Angelo, Arakkal Museum
Day 2 Kannur to Wayanad Transfer
- After breakfast, see the rest of Kannur – the Kannur Lighthouse and Payyambalam Beach.
- Drive to Wayanad, about 3 hours away, as the road climbs from the coast into the Western Ghats.
- Check in to your hotel on arrival. Overnight stay in Wayanad.
- Highlights of the Day: Kannur Lighthouse, Payyambalam Beach, drive to Wayanad
Day 3 Wayanad Sightseeing – Transfer to Kozhikode
- After breakfast, start your Wayanad sightseeing in a district known for green mountains, thick forest and paddy fields.
- Climb up to the Edakkal Caves to see rock engravings that are thousands of years old.
- Visit Soochippara Falls and the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary.
- Drive down to Kozhikode through the hairpin bends of the Thamarassery Ghat and check in to your hotel.
- Relax at Kozhikode Beach in the evening. Overnight stay in Kozhikode.
- Highlights of the Day: Edakkal Caves, Soochippara Falls, Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, Kozhikode Beach
Day 4 Kozhikode Sightseeing – Transfer to Thrissur
- After breakfast, set out on a Kozhikode sightseeing tour.
- Visit Kappad Beach, where Vasco da Gama first set foot in India in 1498, and the Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary at the mouth of the Kadalundi River.
- See the Pazhassiraja Archaeological Museum and Dolphin's Point on the seafront.
- Drive on to Thrissur and check in to your hotel. Overnight stay in Thrissur.
- Highlights of the Day: Kappad Beach, Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary, Pazhassiraja Archaeological Museum, Dolphin's Point
Day 5 Thrissur Sightseeing – Athirappilly Waterfalls
- After breakfast, drive out to Athirappilly Falls, formed by the Chalakudy River.
- Kerala's largest waterfall, often called the 'Niagara of India', is surrounded by the Vazhachal forest, one of the richest areas of biodiversity in the state. Film fans may know it from the song 'Barso Re' in the film Guru.
- In the afternoon, return to Thrissur to visit the Thrissur Zoo and Museum and the Vadakkunnathan Temple.
- Head back to your hotel in the evening. Overnight stay in Thrissur.
- Highlights of the Day: Athirappilly Waterfalls, Vazhachal forest, Thrissur Zoo & Museum, Vadakkunnathan Temple
Day 6 Thrissur to Cochin – Departure
- Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and check out.
- Drive to Cochin (about 1.5 to 2 hours).
- Get dropped at Cochin International Airport or railway station for your onward journey.
- Highlights of the Day: Drive to Cochin, departure
Payment Policy
- An advance payment is required to secure your booking; the balance is paid as per the schedule in your booking confirmation.
- Your booking is confirmed only after the itinerary is agreed, the advance is received and Luxe Trail Holidays sends you a written confirmation.
- Full payment may be needed at the time of booking for peak-season dates, special hotel rates and selected activities.
- If a payment is not received by its due date, the booking becomes subject to the applicable cancellation conditions.
- The package price is per person on double sharing and includes GST.
Refund Policy
- Cancellation charges depend on the date we receive your request, the hotel and transport suppliers' policies and any peak-season restrictions. The applicable charges are shared with your quotation.
- Refunds are processed once the relevant suppliers approve them, so timelines can vary.
- Refunds are made to the original payment method or another method agreed with you.
- Non-refundable amounts, supplier fees and bank or payment-processing charges may be deducted.
- If a service cannot be provided because of weather, road closures, government orders or other events beyond our control, a refund or an alternative arrangement is offered as per the supplier's terms.
Policy & Important Terms
- Every traveller must carry a valid government photo ID (Aadhaar, passport, voter ID or driving licence). Foreign nationals need a passport with a valid Indian visa.
- Edakkal Caves are closed on Mondays, involve a steep climb and admit a limited number of visitors each day.
- The Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, Soochippara Falls and Athirappilly can close at short notice because of heavy rain, fire risk in the dry season or forest-department orders.
- Only Hindus are allowed inside the Vadakkunnathan Temple, and men are usually asked to remove their shirts in Kerala temples; dress modestly at all places of worship.
- The order of sightseeing may change because of traffic, weather, local events or monument timings.
- The vehicle is provided for the routes in the itinerary; extra trips or detours are charged separately.
- Standard hotel check-in and check-out times apply; early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where does this Kerala tour start and finish?
You start at Kannur and finish in Cochin. Fly or take a train into Kannur, where our driver meets you, and book your return from Cochin International Airport or a Cochin railway station on day six. Starting in the north means you travel down the state without backtracking.
How is this different from a typical Kerala package?
Most Kerala tours focus on Munnar, Thekkady and the Alleppey backwaters. This one covers the north and centre of the state instead: Kannur's Portuguese fort, the Wayanad hills and Edakkal Caves, the Malabar coast at Kozhikode and Kappad, and Thrissur with Athirappilly Falls. It suits repeat visitors and history lovers.
When is the best time to see Athirappilly Falls?
Athirappilly is at its fullest during and just after the monsoon, roughly June to October, when the Chalakudy River runs high; paths near the falls can close in very heavy rain. From November to February the flow is lower, but the weather is better for Wayanad and the beaches.
Are the Edakkal Caves suitable for everyone?
The caves are reached by a steep uphill walk followed by steps and rocky sections near the top. Most fit adults and older children manage it at a steady pace, but it is not suitable for people with mobility or heart problems. The caves are closed on Mondays, so we plan the day around that.
When is the best time to visit Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary?
Kadalundi is at its best from November to April, when migratory birds gather at the estuary where the Kadalundi River meets the Arabian Sea. Early morning and late afternoon are the most rewarding times. You can still enjoy the mangroves and river views in other months.
Can I add Fort Kochi or a houseboat at the end?
Yes. Because the tour finishes in Cochin, it is easy to add a night in Fort Kochi or a houseboat night in Alleppey before you fly home. Share your dates and we will send a revised itinerary and quotation.
