When Kerala Wrapped Two Newlyweds in Green: Gaurav’s Honeymoon Journey with Thrillophilia
The first trip after marriage often sets the tone for all journeys ahead. For Gaurav and his wife, Kerala became that gentle beginning, a place where quiet hills, slow backwaters, and warm people created memories that would stay with them long after the suitcases were unpacked.
They had wanted their honeymoon to feel effortless, peaceful, and well planned. And from the first moment they were greeted in Kochi, the couple felt they had placed their trust in the right hands. Their advisor, Deepika, stayed connected with them throughout the journey, and Gaurav would later say that her support was one of the reasons their trip felt so seamless. With a comfortable car, a polite driver, and cozy accommodations arranged across Munnar, Thekkady, and Alleppey, they felt cared for at every step.
Into the Hills Where the Roads Turned to Green
As their car began the climb from Kochi to Munnar, the air shifted. Moist, cool air flowed through the window, carrying the scent of tea leaves and mountain rain.
“Look at this,” Gaurav whispered, pointing at the Cheeyappara waterfalls crashing down the hillside. For both of them, this drive became the first real pause after the whirlwind of wedding rituals.
Munnar welcomed them like a painting. Hills layered in soft mist. Rows of tea gardens folding into each other endlessly. Small village homes appearing between the plantations.
Their driver, sensing their excitement, said with a smile, “Just wait till morning. Munnar looks even better then.”
They later visited Rajamalai, where the Nilgiri Tahr wandered freely on the slopes. At the Tea Museum, they watched the fascinating process of tea-making, and Gaurav’s wife joked, “Now every cup of tea will remind me of our honeymoon.”
The evening in Munnar was slow, quiet, and filled with the simple joy of being together. A walk through the town, a warm dinner, and a balcony view wrapped in mist.
The Many Shades of Munnar’s Beauty
The next day felt like a long postcard.
Tea plantations that glowed a vibrant green.
Mattupetty Dam, still and vast.
Echo Point, where their laughter bounced back to them.
Kundala Lake, where soft ripples touched the boat gently.
Blossom Park and Pothamedu View Point, where clouds drifted close enough to touch.
At one point, while standing above the valley at Top Station, Gaurav said quietly, “This is the kind of moment we’ll remember in our old age.”
She nodded, holding his hand a little tighter.
Into the Forests of Thekkady
Leaving the hills behind, they drove toward Thekkady, where the landscape turned wilder.
Periyar Lake felt serene, almost meditative, with its still waters and tall trees rising from the lake’s edge. During the boat ride, they spotted elephants grazing in the distance, deer resting near the water, and birds gliding low across the surface.
The quietness of the forest made the moment feel sacred.
Later, they tried an elephant ride and spent the evening exploring local shops filled with spices, handmade soaps, and warm smiles from the vendors. “It smells like an entire forest in one market,” she laughed.
When the Waters Became the Road
Their favorite part of the journey arrived the next morning as they made their way to Alleppey. The backwaters stretched before them in gentle curves, shining like melted gold under the sun.
They stayed on a cozy houseboat, and the moment it began to glide through the quiet canals, both of them fell into a peaceful silence. Palm trees leaned over the water. Village children waved from the banks. Women washed clothes along the steps leading into the canal. Ducks paddled in small groups. Time moved more slowly here.
In the evening, as the boat anchored for the night, the sky turned orange. They sat together on the deck, watching the water shift from gold to black. The houseboat staff served them a warm dinner, and Gaurav said softly, “This is exactly what I imagined our honeymoon to feel like.”
A Goodbye Shaped by Stillness
The next morning, they returned to Kochi for their flight home. Even as they packed, they felt the weight of all the memories they would carry back with them:
The mist of Munnar.
The silence of Periyar.
The gentle sway of Alleppey’s waters.
And the warmth of people who made every part of the trip easier.
On their way to the airport, Gaurav messaged Deepika one last time, thanking her for staying connected throughout the journey. “We felt taken care of at every point,” he wrote. “You made our first trip together truly special.”
As they boarded their flight, he looked at his wife and smiled. “If this is how our travels begin, we have a beautiful road ahead.”
Their Kerala honeymoon was not just a holiday but the start of a shared story. One filled with green hills, soft waters, and a team that made sure the beginning of their married life felt peaceful, safe, and memorable.
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