Kerala Backwaters & Hills
Overview
Tea-scented hills, spice forests and a private houseboat drifting the backwaters — Kerala's classic circuit at a beautifully slow pace.
Day-Wise Itinerary
- D1
Day 1 — Arrival Kochi — to Munnar
Arrive in Kochi and drive up to Munnar through cardamom hills and waterfalls. Evening free at the resort.
- D2
Day 2 — Munnar Sightseeing
Tea gardens, Mattupetty dam, Echo Point and the Tea Museum, with time to simply breathe the mountain air.
- D3
Day 3 — Munnar to Thekkady
Drive to Thekkady. Afternoon boat ride on Periyar Lake watching for elephants, and a spice plantation visit.
- D4
Day 4 — Thekkady to Alleppey Houseboat
Board your private houseboat at noon — cruise the backwaters past paddy fields and village life, with Kerala meals cooked on board. Overnight on the water.
- D5
Day 5 — Alleppey to Kochi
Disembark and drive to Kochi. Evening at Fort Kochi — Chinese fishing nets, St Francis Church and a Kathakali performance.
- D6
Day 6 — Departure
Breakfast and transfer to Kochi airport for your flight home.
Inclusions
- 2 nights Munnar + 1 night Thekkady + 1 night houseboat + 1 night Kochi
- All meals on the houseboat; breakfast elsewhere
- Private air-conditioned vehicle throughout
- Periyar boating & spice plantation
- Kathakali show tickets
Exclusions
- Airfare to Kochi
- Entry fees at parks & monuments
- Meals not mentioned
- Personal expenses & tips
- Ayurveda treatments
Hotel Information
Tea-garden resorts in Munnar, a jungle-side stay in Thekkady, a premium private houseboat and a heritage hotel in Fort Kochi.
Transport
Private air-conditioned sedan/Innova with an experienced Kerala driver.
Important Notes
- • All costing is on request and depends on travel dates, hotel category, flights, number of travellers and customised requirements.
- • Passports must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of return travel (for international holidays).
- • Rates and availability are dynamic and are confirmed only at the time of booking.
Cancellation Information
Cancellations are subject to airline, hotel and supplier policies at the time of booking. A detailed cancellation schedule is shared with your personalised quote before you confirm — no surprises.