Kerala explorer : Cochin-Munnar-Thekkady-Alleppey
4 Nights 5 Days
Overview
Experience the quintessential Kerala holiday combining misty hill stations, spice-scented plantations, wildlife adventures, and serene backwaters. Begin in Munnar amidst rolling tea gardens and waterfalls, enjoy Periyar’s wildlife and spice trails in Thekkady, and conclude with a relaxing houseboat cruise through Alleppey’s enchanting canals and paddy fields. This tour blends nature, culture, and leisure for a complete Kerala experience. Day-wise Itinerary: Day 1 – Cochin to Munnar (150 km / 3.5–4 hrs) Arrive at Cochin Airport or Railway Station; meet your representative and drive to Munnar via NH85. En route, enjoy stops at Spice Plantations, Cheeyappara and Valara Waterfalls. Optional activities include Dream Land Adventure Park, Jeep Safari, and Senkulam Dam Boating. Check in at hotel for overnight stay. Day 2 – Munnar Sightseeing (100 km) After breakfast, visit Pothamedu View Point, Kundala Lake, Echo Point, Mattupetty Dam, Elephant Arrival Spot, Tea Museum (closed on Mondays), Eravikulam National Park, and other photo points.Overnight stay at Munnar hotel. Day 3 – Munnar to Thekkady After breakfast, transfer to Thekkady. En route, visit a Spice Plantation. In the afternoon, enjoy Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary with a motorboat cruise on Periyar Lake. Optional evening activities include Ayurvedic massage, Kathakali show, or Elephant Safari. Overnight stay at Thekkady hotel. Day 4 – Thekkady to Alleppey (175 km) After breakfast, drive to Alleppey and check in on the houseboat. Cruise through Kerala backwaters, passing paddy fields, Kuttanad, and narrow canals. Evening visit to Alleppey Beach. Overnight stay on the houseboat. Day 5 – Alleppey to Cochin (75 km) Disembark after breakfast and drive to Cochin for sightseeing: Fort Cochin, Chinese Fishing Nets, Mattanchery, Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue, Marine Drive, and Indo-Portuguese Museum. Optional harbor/sea cruise. Evening drop at Cochin Airport or Railway Station for departure. Notes on Houseboat Stay: Houseboat operation is different from hotels/resorts; you remain on the boat for the cruise duration with all meals served onboard.Air-conditioning in deluxe houseboat bedrooms is generally available from 9 PM to 6 AM.Vehicle and driver services are available from 8 AM to 7 PM; early or late services require prior consultation with the driver.
Inclusions
Meet & greet on arrival All accommodation (hotels & houseboat) Daily breakfast at hotels; all meals on houseboat (lunch, dinner, breakfast) Private AC transfers: Cochin → Munnar → Thekkady → Alleppey → Cochin (including driver, fuel, tolls, parking) Sightseeing as per itinerary
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