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Rolling green tea plantations in Munnar, Kerala
Kerala

Kerala Backwaters & Hills — 5N/6D

Tea gardens of Munnar, spice hills of Thekkady and an overnight houseboat on the Alleppey backwaters.

  • Kerala
  • 5 Nights / 6 Days
  • Price on request

Quick facts

DestinationKerala
Duration5 Nights / 6 Days
Start / EndKochi Airport
Best forHoneymooners, families, nature lovers
Best timeSeptember to March
PriceGet Quote
CustomisableYes — fully
RouteKochi • Munnar • Thekkady • Alleppey

Package Overview

The essential Kerala circuit — misty hills, spice plantations and a night aboard a private houseboat.

A favourite with honeymooners and families who want variety at a relaxed pace.

Highlights

  • 2 nights in Munnar tea country
  • Periyar & spice plantations
  • Overnight private houseboat
  • Fort Kochi (time permitting)

Day-by-Day Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Kochi to Munnar

    Airport pick-up and drive to Munnar, stopping at Cheeyappara and Valara waterfalls.

  2. Day 2: Munnar sightseeing

    Eravikulam National Park (subject to season), Tea Museum, Mattupetty Dam and Echo Point.

  3. Day 3: Munnar to Thekkady

    Drive to Thekkady. Optional spice plantation tour and cultural show.

  4. Day 4: Thekkady to Alleppey — houseboat

    Board your private houseboat at noon and cruise the backwaters. Lunch, dinner and breakfast on board.

  5. Day 5: Alleppey to Kochi

    Disembark and drive to Kochi. Visit Fort Kochi, Chinese fishing nets and Mattancherry.

  6. Day 6: Departure

    Transfer to Kochi airport.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Typically included

  • 5 nights accommodation including 1 night on a private houseboat
  • Daily breakfast; all meals on the houseboat
  • Private AC vehicle for the complete tour
  • Sightseeing as per itinerary
  • Driver allowance, toll, parking and fuel

Not included

  • Flights or train tickets (can be added on request)
  • Lunch and any meals not mentioned in inclusions
  • Entry tickets, ropeway/gondola tickets and activity charges unless mentioned
  • Local union taxis where mandatory at sightseeing points
  • Personal expenses — laundry, phone calls, tips, porterage
  • Travel insurance
  • Anything not listed under inclusions

Final inclusions are confirmed in your written quotation.

Hotel Options

Comfort

3-star hotels + deluxe houseboat

Premium

4-star resorts + premium houseboat

Luxury

5-star resorts + luxury houseboat

Transportation

Private AC sedan, SUV or Tempo Traveller with driver, arranged through trusted local travel partners.

Sightseeing

  • Munnar tea gardens
  • Eravikulam
  • Mattupetty Dam
  • Periyar
  • Alleppey backwaters
  • Fort Kochi

Activities

  • Houseboat cruise
  • Spice plantation tour (optional)
  • Kathakali show (optional)
  • Ayurvedic massage (optional)

Important Information

  • Hotel check-in is usually from 12:00–14:00 and check-out by 10:00–11:00.
  • Sightseeing is subject to weather, road conditions and local administration rules.
  • Itineraries can be adjusted on the day for safety or road closures.
  • Hotels mentioned are indicative and subject to availability at the time of booking.
  • Government-issued photo ID is required for all travellers at hotel check-in.

Cancellation Information

Cancellation charges depend on the hotels, airlines and services booked and on how close to departure you cancel. The exact terms for your trip are shared in your quotation before you pay. Read our Cancellation & Refund Policy.

Package FAQs

Is the houseboat private?

Yes, we arrange private houseboats with AC bedrooms (AC usually operates at night as per houseboat policy).

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