
Kerala Backwaters
Kerala · 4 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
Day 1 — Arrive in Kochi
Pick-up at Kochi, Fort Kochi heritage walk, Chinese fishing nets and an evening Kathakali performance.
- 2
Day 2 — Drive to Munnar
Scenic drive through spice plantations with waterfall stops, arriving in Munnar by afternoon.
- 3
Day 3 — Munnar sightseeing
Tea museum, Mattupetty dam, Echo Point and the Eravikulam park viewpoint.
- 4
Day 4 — Houseboat at Alappuzha
Transfer to Alappuzha and board a private houseboat for an overnight cruise with all meals.
- 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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