Group pickup at Pattukkottai and depart by pre-arranged van toward Tiruchirappalli to reach the station with time to spare before the train; allows luggage stow and boarding. This leg sets up the Vande Bharat connection south.
Board the scheduled Vande Bharat train from Trichy to Nagercoil. Comfortable, fast rail travel is the most reliable way to cover this long-distance segment with a large group.
A quick, group-friendly South Indian lunch at Aryaas or a reliable local restaurant near Nagercoil station — convenient for groups and offers typical Tamil/ponnani meals (dosas, thali, curries). Open typically 07:00–22:00; good for timely group service.
Load luggage and board the reserved 18-seater tempo van for the transfer to Phoenix Island Resort (Poovar area). Travel time allows arrival before dusk for check-in and island/resort orientation.
Group check-in and time to freshen up; quick orientation walk of the resort grounds, beachfront access and safety briefing for group activities. Resort check-in times commonly from 14:00–16:00, so this fits standard policy.
Dinner served at the resort’s restaurant: recommended choices are fresh local seafood, Kerala-style curries and vegetarian thalis — convenient for large groups with set-menu options. Resort kitchens typically serve dinner 19:00–22:00.
Relax by the beach or in the resort common areas; light post-dinner walk along the shore or group briefing for Day 2. Most resort facilities remain open for guests into late evening.
Buffet breakfast at the resort featuring Kerala options (idiyappam, appam & stew, dosa) plus continental choices — a good all-group start. Resort breakfast typically 07:00–10:00.
Short coastal drive to Kovalam to enjoy the iconic beaches: Lighthouse Beach for the lighthouse walk and Hawa Beach for calmer swimming and sunbathing. Beaches are open all day (public access).
Spend the morning on the beach — optional short lighthouse climb, beach swims (lifeguards may be present at main beaches), and group photo opportunities; mornings are cooler and less crowded.
Group seafood or vegetarian lunch at a reputable Kovalam seafront restaurant (The Bait or similar) offering Kerala seafood specialties and set menus for groups; many eateries open from 11:00 and can accommodate 18 with prior notice.
Head to Trivandrum center to visit selected highlights (Napier Museum / Kuthiramalika Palace / Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple exterior visit depending on darshan timing). The drive takes about 30–45 minutes depending on traffic.
Visit Napier Museum and Kuthiramalika Palace for a cultural look at Travancore history and artifacts; Napier Museum hours typically 10:00–17:00 (closed Mondays), small entry fee applies. Good for a 60–90 minute cultural stop.
Drive to Shankumugham Beach for an easy sunset stroll and to see the locally famous sculpture installations; open 24/7 and ideal for late-afternoon relaxation before returning to the resort.
Dinner at the resort with an option to arrange a group BBQ or themed dinner if pre-booked — a relaxed meal with local flavors perfect for closing Day 2.
Early buffet breakfast at the resort so the group is ready for the morning excursion to Thirparappu Falls. Resort breakfast hours typically 07:00–10:00.
Board the tempo van for the drive to Thirparappu Falls in Kanyakumari district; scenic road travel and arrival in time to enjoy cooler morning conditions at the falls. Travel time ~1h30–2h depending on traffic.
Explore the cascading Thirparappu Falls — a popular waterfall with natural pools and walking paths; ideal for group photos and a brief, energizing nature stop. Falls are generally accessible 08:00–17:00 (confirm local conditions).
Drive from the falls back to Nagercoil station for scheduled train departures; stop for a quick group snack or boxed lunch en route if trains or schedules require it.
Group drop-off at Nagercoil Railway Station for onward journeys. Confirm platform/time with the train operator and allow time for luggage unloading and group counting.
If time permits, short stop for tea/coffee and local snacks or quick souvenir shopping near the station before dispersal. Most shops around the station open from morning to late evening.