Kerala Backwaters Journey
Kochi, Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey
Tea hills, spice country and a private houseboat on the backwaters.
Day-by-day itinerary
A working plan, not a fixed one — days can be swapped, shortened or extended to suit your dates.
Day 1
Arrive Fort Kochi
Airport pickup and a gentle first evening — Chinese fishing nets at sunset, Jew Town, Dutch Palace and dinner at a restored heritage home.
Day 2
Up to Munnar
Drive into the hills past Cheeyappara and Valara waterfalls. Afternoon free in the tea town, with a walk through the plantations before dark.
Day 3
Munnar at your own pace
Mattupetty dam, Echo Point, Kundala lake and Top Station, or simply a long morning on the terrace with tea. Your call on the day.
Day 4
Thekkady spice country
A guided spice plantation walk, a quiet boat ride on the Periyar lake, and an evening Kathakali or Kalaripayattu performance.
Day 5
Private houseboat, Alleppey
Board your own houseboat at noon. Lunch, evening snacks and dinner cooked on board as you drift through the narrow canals.
Day 6
Homeward
Disembark after breakfast and transfer to Kochi airport or railway station.
What is included
- Handpicked stays with daily breakfast
- One night on a private houseboat with all meals
- Private air-conditioned car and driver throughout
- Spice plantation walk and Periyar boat ride
- All driver allowance, tolls, parking and taxes
- 24×7 concierge for the full journey
Not included
- Airfare or train fare to Kochi
- Lunches and dinners other than on the houseboat
- Entry tickets where not mentioned
- Ayurvedic treatments and personal expenses
About this package
How much does the Kerala Backwaters Journey cost?
We do not publish a fixed price, because two people rarely travel this journey the same way. The cost depends on your dates, how many are travelling, the level of stay you want and how much of it we arrange. Send us your dates and you get a written, itemised quote — free, and with nothing hidden in it.
How many days is the Kerala Backwaters Journey?
This itinerary runs 5 Nights / 6 Days covering Kochi, Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey. It can be shortened or extended to fit your leave dates.
What is the best time to visit Kochi?
September to March is generally the best window for this trip in terms of weather and sightseeing. We can also advise on off-season dates where the same itinerary costs considerably less.
Is the Kerala Backwaters Journey suitable for families and senior citizens?
Yes. We adjust drive times, add rest days and choose hotels with lifts and accessible rooms when the group includes children or elderly travellers. Mention it in your enquiry and the itinerary is rebuilt around it.
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