Kerala God's Own Country (Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey Houseboat) (5 Nights / 6 Days)

Trip Overview

Experience the postcard-perfect beauty of God’s Own Country. Breathe in the crisp air of Munnar’s emerald tea estates, spot wild elephants on a boat safari in Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary Thekkady, and cruise along the tranquil palm-fringed backwaters on a private luxury Alleppey houseboat.

Premium Stays Handpicked 3★/4★/Resorts

Daily Breakfast & Dinner Fresh local & continental meals

Private Chauffeur Cab Dedicated sanitised vehicle

24x7 Trip Captain On-ground assistance

Trip Highlights

2 Nights in misty Munnar with tea plantation walks, Cheeyappara waterfalls & Mattupetty Dam

Periyar National Park wildlife boat cruise & spice plantation tour in Thekkady

Exclusive private Traditional Houseboat cruise through Alleppey backwaters with all meals

Watch traditional Kathakali classical dance and Kalaripayattu martial arts show in Thekkady

Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary

6 Days Detailed Plan

Here is your comprehensive day-by-day travel plan curated by Himalayan & domestic tour specialists with minute timings, activities, meals, and overnight stays.

DAY 01

Cochin Arrival & Scenic Drive to Munnar Tea Country

Arrive at Cochin International Airport where our courteous driver greets you. Begin a picturesque drive up the Western Ghats to Munnar. En route, marvel at the cascading Cheeyappara and Valara waterfalls flowing through dense rainforests. Pass through endless rolling green tea plantations. Check into your mountain resort in Munnar and relax with a hot cup of fresh cardamom tea.

Meals: Dinner

Stay: Tea Valley Resort, Munnar

DAY 02

Munnar Tea Estates & Eravikulam National Park

Post breakfast, set out to explore Munnar. Visit Eravikulam National Park, home to the endangered Nilgiri Tahr mountain goat and the blooming Kurinji flowers. Continue to Mattupetty Dam, Kundala Lake, and the famous Echo Point where your voice bounces back from forested hills. Visit the Tata Tea Museum to learn the art of tea making and tasting.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Stay: Tea Valley Resort, Munnar

DAY 03

Munnar to Thekkady Spice Plantations & Periyar Wildlife

After breakfast, drive along winding roads to Thekkady (Periyar). Check into your resort. In the afternoon, take a guided spice plantation walk discovering cardamom, pepper, vanilla, and cinnamon. Enjoy a boat safari on Periyar Lake spotting herds of wild elephants, bison, and deer along the water banks. In the evening, witness a live Kathakali and Kalaripayattu martial arts performance.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Stay: Jungle Resort, Thekkady

DAY 04

Thekkady to Alleppey Private Backwater Houseboat Cruise

After breakfast, descend to the backwater capital of Alleppey (Alappuzha). By noon, step aboard your private luxury Kerala Kettuvallam (traditional houseboat). Glide peacefully through palm-fringed canals, emerald paddy fields, and floating duck farms. Savor authentic Kerala lunch (Karimeen fish curry, rice, avial) cooked fresh on board. Watch sunset over Vembanad Lake and spend the night in your air-conditioned bedroom floating on calm waters.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Stay: Private AC Luxury Houseboat, Alleppey

DAY 05

Alleppey to Historic Fort Kochi

Enjoy breakfast while cruising the morning backwaters. Disembark and drive to historic Fort Kochi. Walk along the beach to see the massive 14th-century Chinese Fishing Nets, explore the Dutch Palace at Mattancherry, visit the Jewish Synagogue, and shop for antiques on Jew Street.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Stay: Heritage Hotel, Cochin

DAY 06

Cochin Airport Departure

After breakfast, transfer to Cochin International Airport for your flight home, carrying the rejuvenating spirit of Kerala.

Meals: Breakfast

Stay: Departure

What's Included & Excluded

Inclusions (Included)

Dedicated private AC Sedan / SUV cab with professional chauffeur throughout
2 Nights Munnar, 1 Night Thekkady in 4-star resorts, 1 Night private AC Alleppey Houseboat, 1 Night Cochin
Daily breakfast and all meals (Lunch, Evening Tea/Snacks, Dinner, Breakfast) on the Houseboat
Spice plantation guided walk and traditional Kathakali / Martial Arts tickets

Exclusions (Not Included)

Airfare to and from Cochin
Periyar boat safari tickets and personal Ayurveda massage sessions

Experience Gallery

Real photographs captured by our travelers & tour captains on this route.

Kerala God's Own Country (Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey Houseboat)

Frequently Asked Questions

You can book this tour online with an advance token of 30%. The balance amount can be paid upon arrival or 7 days prior to departure. We accept UPI, Bank Transfer, and all major Credit/Debit cards.

Yes, absolutely! All our packages are 100% customizable. You can adjust the number of days, hotel category (3-star, 4-star, 5-star, homestay), pickup location, and add special activities as per your preference.

For high-altitude destinations (Himachal, Spiti, Leh, Kashmir), carry thermal inners, windproof heavy jackets, gloves, sunscreen (SPF 50+), sunglasses, and sturdy walking shoes. For Goa and Kerala, comfortable cotton clothes, swimwear, and sunscreen are advised.

Cancellations made 15+ days prior to the start date receive an 80% refund or 100% lifetime trip credit voucher. Cancellations between 7-14 days receive 50% refund. Cancellations within 7 days are non-refundable.

Verified Traveler Reviews

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Kerala God's Own Country (Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey Houseboat)

Trip Overview

Trip Highlights

Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary

Cochin Arrival & Scenic Drive to Munnar Tea Country

Munnar Tea Estates & Eravikulam National Park

Munnar to Thekkady Spice Plantations & Periyar Wildlife

Thekkady to Alleppey Private Backwater Houseboat Cruise

Alleppey to Historic Fort Kochi

Cochin Airport Departure

What's Included & Excluded

Inclusions (Included)

Exclusions (Not Included)

Experience Gallery

Frequently Asked Questions

Verified Traveler Reviews

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Kerala God's Own Country (Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey Houseboat)

Trip Overview

Trip Highlights

Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary

Cochin Arrival & Scenic Drive to Munnar Tea Country

Munnar Tea Estates & Eravikulam National Park

Munnar to Thekkady Spice Plantations & Periyar Wildlife

Thekkady to Alleppey Private Backwater Houseboat Cruise

Alleppey to Historic Fort Kochi

Cochin Airport Departure

What's Included & Excluded

Inclusions (Included)

Exclusions (Not Included)

Experience Gallery

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the booking and payment process?

Can this tour itinerary be customized?

What clothing & essentials should I carry?

What is the cancellation policy?

Verified Traveler Reviews

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