Meet your GT Holidays driver at the station; collect luggage and start the scenic drive to Munnar. This is the beginning of your honeymoon journey together — relax and enjoy the hills.
INR0 (meet-and-greet; transport as per your GT Holidays package — confirm inclusions), 0h30m
Scenic drive of approximately 4–5 hours through quieter Kerala countryside with a planned comfort stop; ideal time to unwind and enjoy each other's company.
Official check-in time at Aurum Resort. Freshen up and use the resort amenities (garden, pool, spa). Request a honeymoon welcome (flowers/champagne) from GT Holidays or the resort.
Visit Echo Point for a romantic short walk and sunset photos — Echo Point is scenic for couples and convenient for a relaxed first evening (open typically 7:00am–6:00pm).
Use resort grounds for a brief couples warm-up shoot or a relaxed photos session (coordinate with Orbitz for timing if you want a short session today).
Private or semi-private candlelight dinner on the resort terrace or restaurant — ask the resort to arrange a romantic setup (live music or chilled playlist).
Golden-hour shoot at Top Station — dramatic panoramic views of the Western Ghats make very romantic photos. Top Station is best early for soft light; plan transport with your driver.
Book a morning jeep safari to explore shola forests and offbeat trails around Munnar (arranged via Aurum or GT Holidays). Expect panoramic viewpoints, misty hill roads and chances to spot local flora and birds.
Visit the Tea Museum to learn about tea processing, then stroll through manicured tea plantations — quintessential Munnar and excellent for candid photos (museum typically open ~9:30am–5:30pm).
Golden hour at Echo Point or near Mattupetty Dam with your photographer for romantic couple portraits with water/hill backdrops (locations accessible until sunset, around 6:00pm).
INR0 (included in Orbitz package if booked as multi-day; otherwise add fee), 1h30m
Light breakfast at the resort and final packing. You mentioned a 9:00am check-out — please note the travel time to Alleppey is significant (approx 4–5 hours); confirm departure time with GT Holidays to meet your houseboat check-in window.
Depart Munnar for Alleppey. IMPORTANT: Standard drive time is roughly 4–5 hours; if you must be on the houseboat by 12:00pm, consider departing earlier (06:00–07:00). With a 9:00am departure you will likely arrive around 1:00pm–2:00pm — coordinate check-in with GT Holidays/houseboat operator.
INR0 (transfer included by GT Holidays — confirm), 4h30m
Board the houseboat for the iconic Kerala backwater experience. If your official check-in is 12:00pm and you arrive later, request the operator to accommodate lunch and begin cruise as soon as boarding is possible.
INR0 (houseboat included in GT Holidays package — confirm), 0h30m
Slow cruise through narrow canals, visiting local villages and watching daily life; a short canoe ride gets you up close to mangroves and village scenes — perfect for intimate moments and candid photos.
INR1,500 (local boat/canoe fees, small tips), 3h00m
A private, intimate dinner on the houseboat deck — request a candlelight setup and a favorite cuisine (seafood, Kerala thali, vegetarian options). Listen to the gentle lapping of water as you dine.
Transfer from Alleppey to Fort Kochi/Ernakulam area — enjoy the coastal scenery. Travel time depends on traffic; allow buffer time for your evening train from Ernakulam.
Leisurely walk through historic Fort Kochi — explore the iconic Chinese fishing nets, colonial-era churches and vibrant Jew Town antiques lanes; great for casual photos and souvenir shopping.
Drive back to Ernakulam Junction/Ernakulam Town in time for your evening train. Stop for tea/snacks if time allows. Aim to reach the station at least 60–90 minutes before departure.
Ensure tickets and ID are ready. If your train departs earlier or later than planned, adjust transfer times accordingly; always keep a buffer for traffic.