Kerala Backwaters

Kerala · 4 Nights / 5 Days

DomesticKerala4 Nights / 5 Days

Tea country, backwaters and a night on a private houseboat — the classic Kerala circuit at an unhurried pace.

Tour highlights

  • Overnight private houseboat in Alappuzha
  • Munnar tea estates and Mattupetty dam
  • Kathakali performance in Kochi
  • Fort Kochi heritage walk

Day by day

  1. 1

    Day 1 — Arrive in Kochi

    Pick-up at Kochi, Fort Kochi heritage walk, Chinese fishing nets and an evening Kathakali performance.

  2. 2

    Day 2 — Drive to Munnar

    Scenic drive through spice plantations with waterfall stops, arriving in Munnar by afternoon.

  3. 3

    Day 3 — Munnar sightseeing

    Tea museum, Mattupetty dam, Echo Point and the Eravikulam park viewpoint.

  4. 4

    Day 4 — Houseboat at Alappuzha

    Transfer to Alappuzha and board a private houseboat for an overnight cruise with all meals.

  5. 5

    Day 5 — Departure

    Disembark after breakfast and transfer to Kochi airport.

What’s included

  • Accommodation on twin-sharing basis
  • Daily breakfast
  • All transfers and sightseeing by private vehicle
  • All applicable taxes and toll charges
  • Assistance from our local representative
  • Overnight houseboat with all meals
  • Kathakali show tickets

Not included

  • Airfare and visa fees unless stated
  • Lunch, dinner and personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Monument and activity entry fees unless stated
  • Anything not listed under inclusions

Prices are per person on twin sharing and vary with travel dates, hotel category and group size. Confirm the final quote with our team before travelling.

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