Kerala Backwater Tour

Kerala, popularly known as the “Queen of the Malabar Coast,” is one of the country’s most beautiful and captivating tourist landmarks.

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From lush green forests to stunning hills, from elegant lagoons to unique culture, from pristine beaches to beautiful backwaters, Kerala has it all. In other words, Kerala is for every kind of traveller. Aptly nicknamed ‘God’s own country’, the state is a nature lover’s paradise. Here is a 5 nights 6 days tour plan that takes you to the most beautiful districts of Kerala.

Tour duration
05 Nights / 06 Days
Pickup time
5:00 AM / 6:00 AM
Destinations covered
Cochin – Munnar – Thekkady – Kumarakom – Alleppey – Cochin
Departure city
Hotel in Cochin or airport
Confirmation type
Instant confirmation
Live guide
Spanish, English, French, German, Italian, Russian

What’s included

  • 05 nights’ accommodation, single/twin sharing, with breakfast
  • 01 night accommodation on a houseboat with all meals
  • Private luxury transportation from Cochin to Cochin
  • Pickup and drop-back to hotel / airport in Cochin
  • Breakfast at the hotel
  • Live tour guide service
  • Taxes: expressway toll, airport parking and monument parking charges
  • Bottled water
  • All taxes

What’s not included

  • Any entry fee
  • Any domestic / international flight
  • Lunch and dinner
  • Tips for driver and guide
  • Insurance and medical care
  • Any personal expenses

Itinerary

Day1

Cochin to Munnar

Drive: 135 km / 3.5 hours

On arrival at Cochin airport, you will be picked up and driven to Munnar, visiting Cheyyappara Waterfalls on the way. Overnight at the hotel.

Day2

Munnar sightseeing

Tea plantations, Tea Museum, Eravikulam National Park, Mattupetty Dam and Kundala Lake

After breakfast, enjoy a full-day tour of Munnar, including the tea plantations, the Tea Museum and Eravikulam National Park, home of the endangered Nilgiri Tahr (Ibex). Next come Mattupetty Dam, Kundala Lake and other scenic spots. Overnight at the hotel in Munnar.

Day3

Munnar to Thekkady

Drive: 125 km / 3 hours

In the morning, transfer to Thekkady, home to one of the world’s most fascinating wildlife reserves, noted for its geography, diverse wildlife and scenic beauty. Arrive around 1:00 PM and check in at the hotel.

At about 3:30 PM, take a boat ride on Periyar Lake and see wildlife at close quarters from the safety of the boat. The greatest attraction is the herds of wild elephants that come down to the lake (wildlife viewing always depends on one’s good fortune). Overnight at the hotel in Thekkady.

Periyar boat ride is own arrangement
Day4

Thekkady to Kumarakom

Drive: 125 km / 3 hours

After breakfast, drive to Kumarakom and check in at your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure for independent activities. Overnight at the hotel in Kumarakom.

Day5

Kumarakom to Alleppey

Drive: 35 km / 1 hour

In the morning, visit Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, then drive to Alleppey for an evening city tour. Overnight at the hotel.

Day6

Alleppey to Cochin

Drive: 85 km / 1.5 hours

After breakfast, say goodbye and transfer to Cochin airport to connect with your flight to your onward destination.

$750 per person
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