Trip Info
Accomodation
Hotel/Houseboat
Arrival City
Cochin
Departure City
Cochin
- Witness the stunning Athirapilly waterfalls.
- Explore the lush tea gardens and scenic beauty of Munnar.
- Enjoy wildlife spotting and boat rides at Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary.
- Experience a backwater retreat in Kumarakom.
- Stay in a traditional Kerala houseboat in Alleppey.
- Discover Cochin’s historical and cultural attractions.
- Summer (March – June): Pleasant weather, ideal for hill station visits.
- Monsoon (July – September): Green landscapes, perfect for nature lovers.
- Winter (October – February): Cool and refreshing, best for sightseeing.
Day 01: Arrival Cochin - Transfer to Athirapilly
(Approx. 70 kms, 2 hrs)
Meet and assist on arrival at Cochin Airport/Railway Station. Proceed to Athirapilly waterfalls, one of India’s most beautiful waterfalls. A short walk leads to the top, and a 15-minute trek allows access to the bottom, where the waterfall’s true magnificence can be experienced. Visit Vazhachal and Charpa waterfalls en route. Dinner and overnight stay at Athirapilly.
Day 02: Athirapilly to Munnar
(Approx. 128 kms, 3 hrs 50 mins)
After breakfast, check out and drive to Munnar. En route, visit Cheyyappara waterfalls, Valara waterfalls, and the lush tea plantations. Arrive at Munnar and check in to the hotel. Relax and
enjoy the scenic beauty. Overnight stay in Munnar.
Day 03: Munnar Sightseeing
After breakfast, explore Munnar’s iconic attractions. Visit Lover’s Paradise, the Flower Garden, Photo Point, Honeybee Tree, Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, Kundala Dam, Rajamala (Eravikulam National Park), Anamudi Hills, and Blossom Park. Overnight stay in Munnar.
Day 04: Munnar to Thekkady
(Approx. 110 kms, 3 hrs)
After breakfast, check out and drive to Thekkady (Periyar). Visit Periyar Tiger Reserve, Periyar Lake, and enjoy boating (own expense). Jungle safaris are available for wildlife enthusiasts. Overnight stay in Thekkady.
Day 05: Thekkady to Kumarakom
(Approx. 155 kms, 3 hrs)
After breakfast, check out and proceed to Kumarakom, a tranquil backwater destination on the banks of Vembanad Lake. Enjoy a canoe, motorboat, or houseboat ride to explore the beauty of Kerala’s backwaters. Some resorts offer activities like fishing. Overnight stay in Kumarakom.
Day 06: Kumarakom to Alleppey (Houseboat Stay)
(Approx. 30 kms, 1 hr)
After breakfast, check out and drive to Alleppey, known as the “Venice of the East.” Board a houseboat and enjoy a unique stay while cruising through scenic backwaters, paddy fields, and villages. Houseboat experience includes meals and refreshments. Overnight stay in the houseboat.
Day 07: Departure - Alleppey to Cochin
(Approx. 55 kms, 1 hr 30 mins)
After breakfast, check out and transfer to Cochin. If time permits, visit local attractions like Chinese Fishing Nets, Mattancherry Palace, and Marine Drive Walkway. Depart for Cochin Airport/Railway Station with cherished memories of your Kerala tour.
Package Inclusions
- Meet and assist on arrival at the airport/railway station.
- 06 nights' accommodation in hotels/houseboat (double-sharing basis).
- Meal Plan: Breakfast (CP Plan).
- Houseboat check-in at 12 P.M. & cruise till 5 P.M. Houseboat will be anchored till 8 A.M., with check-out at 9 A.M. A/C in Deluxe Houseboat operates from 9 P.M. to 6 A.M. only.
- Houseboat experience includes all meals: welcome drink, snacks, tea, lunch, dinner, and breakfast with mineral water.
- Transfers and sightseeing by A/C Sedan Car or similar as per itinerary.
- All taxes, tolls, parking fees, and driver allowances.
Package Exclusions
- Airfare/train fare.
- Monument entry fees.
- Personal expenses (boat rides, elephant rides, tips, etc.).
- Any other expenses not mentioned in the itinerary.