Arrive at Ernakulam Railway Station where your GT Holidays cab will pick you and your wife; confirm luggage and route with the driver and start the scenic drive to Munnar (approx. 4-5 hours).
Short breakfast stop at Karingachira or a roadside restaurant en route (suggested: Hotel Sree Mahalakshmi) for fresh South Indian breakfast and tea to set you up for the drive.
Continue the drive through Kerala's lush hills; enjoy views of rubber and cardamom plantations and request brief photo stops at viewpoints along the way.
Arrive in Munnar and check in at Aurum Resort; take time to freshen up, unpack, and enjoy the resort's garden and views.
Lunch at Aurum Resort's in-house restaurant—order Keralan delicacies like meen pollichathu (fish) and appam, or request a light continental meal after your journey.
Short rest after lunch, then meet the resort or GT Holidays coordinator to review tomorrow's jeep safari and the planned 3-hour photoshoot locations.
Head out for local sightseeing: visit the Eravikulam (Rajamalai) National Park entry point to view the tea-covered hills and, if time permits, the endangered Nilgiri Tahr from designated viewpoints.
Visit a tea plantation and the Tea Museum (Kannan Devan Tea Museum) for a guided tour and tasting; stroll through manicured tea bushes for postcard-perfect photos.
Drive to Echo Point for a peaceful lakeside walk and some playful echo tests; the light at this hour is great for golden-hour photos together.
Return to Aurum Resort and relax on the resort terrace with tea or a cocktail, enjoying sunset views over the Western Ghats.
Dinner at Aurum Resort—request a romantic table; try local curries, Malabar parotta, and a Keralan dessert like ada pradhaman to celebrate your honeymoon evening.
Leisure time: take a moonlit walk around the resort gardens or enjoy an in-room couple's relaxation (arrange a massage with the resort spa if available).
Return to your room for the night; set alarms and confirm tomorrow's jeep safari pickup time with the resort/GT Holidays (typically early morning).
Early breakfast at Aurum Resort—choose a hearty Kerala breakfast (appam with stew or idli with sambar) to fuel your day before the jeep safari pickup.
Jeep safari pickup from Aurum Resort by the booked local 4x4; meet your guide/driver and review the day's route including photo-shoot locations and safety briefing.
Drive toward Mattupetty and the surrounding high-altitude grasslands; enjoy sweeping views of the Western Ghats as your jeep climbs through tea estates.
Stop at Mattupetty Dam for quick photos and a stroll along the reservoir; if interested, take a short speedboat ride (optional) for different water-view shots.
Arrive at Echo Point / Kundala Lake area for your first 90-minute photoshoot session—your photographer will use the lakeside, shola forest edge, and tea-terrace backdrops.
Tea estate walk near Lockhart Tea Museum — continue candid and portrait shots among manicured tea bushes, then visit Lockhart Tea Factory for a guided tasting and quick museum tour.
Lunch at Saravana Bhavan or Rapsy Restaurant in Munnar town (your driver can suggest based on route) for classic South Indian thali or biryani—rest and refresh before the afternoon shoot.
Short rest back at Aurum Resort if needed—change outfits for the second photoshoot location and collect any additional props from your luggage.
Drive toward Top Station via Kolukkumalai viewpoint; enjoy panoramic vistas en route as the jeep negotiates scenic mountain roads.
Second 90-minute photoshoot at Top Station / Kolukkumalai area—capture dramatic hilltop sunrise-like lighting, tea-bush terraces, and intimate couple portraits with the misty valleys behind you.
Visit the Eravikulam viewpoint or a designated Nilgiri Tahr spotting area (time permitting) for short wildlife viewing and golden-hour landscape shots.
Drive back toward Aurum Resort, stopping at a roadside viewpoint for sunset photos; savour the changing colours over the Western Ghats.
Arrive at Aurum Resort and freshen up—relax on the terrace with tea or a sundowner while reviewing photos with your photographer on a camera or phone.
Romantic dinner at Aurum Resort's restaurant—request a private table if available and enjoy local specialities like meen curry, Kerala red rice, and a dessert such as ada pradhaman.
Leisure time: take a moonlit walk through the resort gardens, or enjoy an in-room slideshow of the day's photos with soft music to relive the day's moments.
Return to your room to rest; confirm tomorrow's 9:00 AM checkout and cab schedule to Alleppey with GT Holidays and finalize any remaining photo editing plans with your photographer.
Breakfast at Aurum Resort — enjoy a leisurely Kerala breakfast (appam with vegetable stew or idli-sambar) and pack final items for checkout; confirm luggage and houseboat details with GT Holidays.
Final room check and checkout from Aurum Resort; settle any bills, collect souvenirs, and load luggage into the GT Holidays cab for the drive to Alleppey (approx. 4-4.5 hours).
Depart Munnar for Alleppey — enjoy the descent through Western Ghats, passing spice gardens and paddy fields; request a short comfort stop en route at a roadside tea stall.
Stop for a hearty South Indian lunch near Adimaly or Kothamangalam (suggested: Hotel Prince or Dhe Puttu) to stretch legs and taste local dishes like Kerala prawn curry or beef fry.
Resume the drive to Alleppey; admire the changing landscape from hills to the coastal plains and watch the greenery give way to coconut groves and wide waterways.
Arrive at Alleppey jetty for houseboat boarding; meet the houseboat crew, confirm itinerary for the next 24 hours, and board your traditional Kettuvallam for check-in and safety briefing.
Settle into your private houseboat cabin — freshen up, unpack, and enjoy welcome drinks while the boat gently glides into the palm-fringed backwaters.
Leisurely cruise through Vembanad Lake and narrow canals — take in the rhythm of village life, paddy fields and coir-making yards; your crew will serve evening tea and local snacks on deck.
Shore visit to a local village or toddy shop (subject to route) — step ashore for a short walk, interact with locals, and capture tranquil backwater photos with your partner.
Golden-hour cruise across the lake — relax on the open upper deck as the sun sets over the backwaters; this is an ideal time for romantic couple photos and peaceful reflection.
Dinner on board prepared by the houseboat chef — savour fresh seafood (prawn masala or meen pollichathu), traditional Kerala vegetable sides, steamed rice, and payasam for dessert.
Evening relaxation on the deck — enjoy star-gazing, soft music, or a quiet chat while the houseboat drifts into a calm anchorage for the night; request a lantern-lit deck for a romantic ambience.
Wind down in your cabin — take a warm shower, prepare for tomorrow's 9:00 AM checkout, and confirm breakfast and early-morning disembark details with the crew.
Lights out and restful sleep aboard the houseboat — listen to the gentle lapping of water as you enjoy a peaceful first night on Kerala's backwaters.
Wake to a gentle backwater sunrise on the houseboat; enjoy a cup of filter coffee on deck as the crew prepares fresh Kerala breakfast of appam with vegetable stew or idli-sambar.
Final short cruise through the narrow canals to your agreed disembarkation point; take last photos of village life and confirm the 9:00 AM cab pickup time with the houseboat crew and GT Holidays contact.
Disembark from the houseboat at Alleppey jetty and load luggage into the GT Holidays cab; begin the drive toward Kochi (approx. 1.5-2 hours) through coconut groves and coastal plains.
Comfort stop and light snack near Vypin or Cherthala if needed; stretch legs and enjoy fresh coconut water at a roadside stall before continuing to Kochi.
Arrive at your Kochi hotel (suggestion: Forte Kochi or Malabar House) for early check-in if available; drop bags, freshen up and ask reception for a room upgrade or a quiet terrace for honeymoon privacy.
Lunch at Kashi Art Café (Fort Kochi) or The Rice Boat at Vivanta by Taj (if you prefer seafood)—enjoy Kerala specialities like Karimeen Pollichathu or a coastal fish curry in a romantic setting.
Begin easy Fort Kochi exploration: stroll to the iconic Chinese Fishing Nets for candid photos, then walk to St. Francis Church and the Vasco da Gama Square to soak up colonial-era charm.
Visit the Indo-Portuguese Museum or the Dutch Palace (Mattancherry Palace) in Mattancherry to admire Kochi's layered history and pick up handcrafted souvenirs from the surrounding spice market.
Tea break at Teapot Café or Loafers Corner—relax with a masala chai and a slice of cake while planning an evening theatre or Kathakali option with the hotel concierge.
Head to Jew Town and the Paradesi Synagogue; browse boutique shops for antiques, spices and hand-painted fabrics—this slow wander is perfect for honeymoon shopping together.
Return to Fort Kochi seafront for sunset views; watch fishermen at the Chinese nets and enjoy the golden light—consider a short horse-carriage ride along the promenade for a romantic touch.
Freshen up at your hotel and prepare for dinner—request a candlelit table or private dining arrangement through the hotel for a special honeymoon evening.
Dinner at The Rice Boat (if not taken earlier) or Malabar Junction for authentic Keralan and coastal dishes; order a coconut-based curry, traditional appams and a dessert like payasam to celebrate.
Optional evening activity: attend a Kathakali performance at Kerala Kathakali Centre (check showtimes) or enjoy a relaxed walk along Fort Kochi's quiet lanes under the stars.
Return to your hotel for a restful night—arrange a late-night room service treat or a romantic turndown through reception, and confirm next day's Kochi sightseeing and transfer to Ernakulam railway station.
Leisurely breakfast at your Kochi hotel (suggested: Forte Kochi or Malabar House) — enjoy a Kerala-style breakfast like appam with stew or a continental spread while checking out and confirming your 7:00 PM cab to Ernakulam railway station with GT Holidays.
Check out of the hotel and store any luggage with reception if your train is later; collect a city map and ask the concierge for any last-minute ticket reservations or route tips.
Start Fort Kochi walking tour: stroll to the iconic Chinese Fishing Nets for photos and watch local fishermen at work, enjoying the breezy sea air and historic waterfront atmosphere.
Walk to St. Francis Church — spend 15-20 minutes exploring one of India’s oldest European churches and read the brief history plaques about Vasco da Gama’s burial site.
Head to the nearby Indo-Portuguese Museum or Mattancherry Palace (Dutch Palace) in Mattancherry — tour the palace’s murals and royal rooms or browse the museum’s Indo-Portuguese artifacts for about 45 minutes.
Explore Jew Town and the Paradesi Synagogue — wander the spice and antique shops, pick up a small souvenir like hand-rolled coir items or spices, and admire the synagogue’s historic interiors (check opening times).
Lunch at Kashi Art Café (Fort Kochi) — enjoy a relaxed meal in a charming courtyard setting with light Keralan and continental options ideal for a honeymoon couple.
Visit the Kerala Folklore Museum or the Pepper House (if you prefer galleries) — spend an hour appreciating Kerala’s art, traditional costumes and cultural exhibits for a deeper feel of the region.
Afternoon tea or coffee break at Teapot Café or Loafers Corner — relax with a beverage and a slice of cake while scrolling through your photos and planning any last-minute shopping.
Take a short ferry or drive to Fort Kochi seafront for a relaxed sunset promenade — consider a horse-carriage ride along the shoreline or a quiet sit at Vasco da Gama Square as the light softens.
Early evening seafood taster or light dinner at The Rice Boat (if you prefer a riverside setting) or Ginger House Restaurant — sample Karimeen Pollichathu or a coconut-based fish curry for a memorable final Kerala meal.
Return to your hotel to collect luggage and freshen up; confirm the GT Holidays cab pickup time and platform details for Ernakulam railway station to ensure a smooth transfer.
Board the GT Holidays cab for the short transfer to Ernakulam Railway Station (allow 20-30 minutes for traffic); hand over luggage and reconfirm your train departure time with the driver.
Arrive at Ernakulam Railway Station — assist with luggage at the platform, buy bottled water and any light snacks for the journey, and arrive at your train platform early to board without rush.
Final goodbyes to your GT Holidays driver and staff; take a last-minute selfie on the station steps to mark the end of your Kerala honeymoon before boarding your train.