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Kerala Backwaters & Spice Hills

1N Kochi • 2N Munnar • 2N Thekkady • 1N Alleppey
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Starting from€990per person, twin sharing

Tour overview

Green, gentle and delicious — this 6 Nights / 7 Days Kerala holiday moves from historic Kochi to the tea hills of Munnar, the wildlife sanctuary of Thekkady and a private houseboat night on the Alleppey backwaters.

  • Private houseboat overnight
  • Tea plantation walk in Munnar
  • Boat safari in Periyar Tiger Reserve
  • Kathakali dance performance

Day-by-day itinerary

Kochi

Day 01 · Arrive in Kochi

Fort Kochi walk, Chinese fishing nets and Kathakali show.

Meals:Arrival Mocktail Overnight: Kochi
Munnar

Day 02 · To Munnar Tea Hills

Drive into the hills past waterfalls and spice gardens.

Meals:Breakfast Overnight: Munnar
Munnar

Day 03 · Munnar Tea Estates

Tea plantation walk and tea museum visit.

Meals:Breakfast Overnight: Munnar
Thekkady

Day 04 · To Thekkady

Drive to Thekkady; spice plantation tour.

Meals:Breakfast Overnight: Thekkady
Thekkady

Day 05 · Periyar Wildlife

Boat safari on Periyar Lake looking for elephants and birds.

Meals:Breakfast Overnight: Thekkady
Alleppey

Day 06 · Backwater Houseboat

Board your private houseboat in Alleppey and cruise the backwaters.

Meals:BreakfastLunchEvening SnacksDinner Overnight: Alleppey
Departure day

Day 07 · Departure

Disembark and transfer to Kochi airport.

Meals:Breakfast

What's included & not included

What's Included

  • 6 nights hotels & houseboat
  • Daily breakfast; all meals on houseboat
  • Private car with driver
  • Periyar boat safari
  • Kathakali show tickets

What's Not Included

  • International flights from Europe
  • Visa fees (we advise on the latest rules)
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses, tips and drinks
  • Anything not mentioned under inclusions

Hotel details

Hotel nameCityStarsRoom typeNights
Fort Kochi Heritage Hotel (or similar)KochiHeritage Room1 Night
Tea Valley Resort (or similar)MunnarValley View Room2 Nights
Spice Forest Resort (or similar)ThekkadyCottage2 Nights
Private HouseboatAlleppeyPremium Cabin1 Night

Hotels are confirmed at the time of booking; equivalent hotels may be offered depending on availability.

Important info

Houseboats are private with an en-suite cabin, crew and chef.

Guest stories

Travellers who loved this trip

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“Eleven days, three regions, zero stress. Paying in euros to a European company gave us real peace of mind.”
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Before you book

Questions about this package

How do I confirm my booking?

Send us an enquiry or message us on WhatsApp. Your travel consultant will share the final itinerary, payment details and confirmation voucher.

Can packages be customised for families or groups?

Yes. Every itinerary can be adjusted to your flight times, pace, budget and hotel preferences — or built from scratch.

What is your cancellation policy?

Cancellations made 7 days before travel receive a full refund minus administrative fees and any non-refundable supplier costs. Full details are on our Refund & Cancellation Policy page.

Are international flights included?

International flights from Europe are not included by default, but we are happy to advise on the best routes.

What is included in the package price?

Each package lists exactly what's included and excluded. Typically hotels, breakfast, transfers, guided sightseeing and entrance fees are included.

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