Enchanting Kerala Backwaters
Duration: 6 Nights / 7 Days Highlights: Alleppey houseboat, Munnar tea gardens, Thekkady wildlife.
1/10/20212 min read
Duration: 6 Nights / 7 Days
Destinations Covered: Cochin, Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey, Kumarakom
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Cochin
Arrive at Cochin International Airport or railway station.
Check-in at your hotel and relax.
Explore local attractions: Fort Kochi, Chinese Fishing Nets, St. Francis Church, and Jew Town.
Visit Marine Drive for a serene evening by the waterfront.
Overnight stay in Cochin.
Day 2: Cochin to Munnar (130 km / 4 hours)
After breakfast, drive to Munnar, the beautiful hill station known for its tea plantations.
En route, visit Cheeyappara Waterfalls and Valara Waterfalls.
Check-in at your hotel in Munnar.
Spend the evening at leisure, exploring local markets or enjoying the cool climate.
Overnight stay in Munnar.
Day 3: Munnar Sightseeing
Visit Eravikulam National Park (home to the Nilgiri Tahr).
Explore the lush tea gardens and visit a tea museum to learn about tea processing.
Stop at Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, and Kundala Lake for scenic views.
Visit Top Station for panoramic vistas of the Western Ghats.
Overnight stay in Munnar.
Day 4: Munnar to Thekkady (95 km / 3 hours)
Drive to Thekkady, known for its wildlife and spice plantations.
Check-in at your hotel and relax.
Visit Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary and enjoy a boat safari on Periyar Lake to spot wildlife like elephants, deer, and exotic birds.
Explore a spice plantation and learn about the region’s spices.
Overnight stay in Thekkady.
Day 5: Thekkady to Alleppey (140 km / 4 hours)
After breakfast, drive to Alleppey, famous for its backwaters.
Check-in to a traditional houseboat and cruise through the tranquil backwaters.
Enjoy the scenic views of coconut lagoons, paddy fields, and village life.
Relish freshly prepared meals on board.
Overnight stay on the houseboat.
Day 6: Alleppey to Kumarakom (30 km / 1 hour)
Disembark from the houseboat and proceed to Kumarakom, another picturesque backwater destination.
Visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, home to migratory birds like Siberian cranes.
Enjoy a peaceful day exploring the village or indulging in an Ayurvedic spa treatment.
Overnight stay in a backwater resort.
Day 7: Departure from Cochin
After breakfast, drive back to Cochin (approx. 2 hours).
Spend some time shopping for souvenirs or exploring any missed attractions.
Transfer to the airport or railway station for your onward journey.
Inclusions
Accommodation with daily breakfast (and all meals on the houseboat).
Private cab for all transfers and sightseeing.
Houseboat cruise in Alleppey with overnight stay.
Sightseeing as per itinerary.
Exclusions
Airfare or train tickets.
Entry fees for monuments, parks, and activities like the Periyar boat safari.
Personal expenses (meals not mentioned, laundry, tips, etc.).