Kerala Highlights Tour
| Duration: | 7 Days |
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| Route: | Kochi - Munnar - Thekkady - Alleppey - Kochi |
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| Tour Type: | Private Tour |
Overview
Discover Kerala’s diverse landscapes and local culture on this 7-day journey. Explore historic Fort Kochi, admire the rolling tea plantations of Munnar, and experience the forest scenery and spice-growing heritage of Thekkady. In Alleppey, cruise through tranquil backwaters aboard a traditional houseboat, passing palm-lined canals, green paddy fields, and riverside villages. Combining history, nature, wildlife, and a unique houseboat stay, this tour offers a memorable introduction to Kerala.
| Day | Route | Attractions & Activities |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arrival in Kochi | Airport transfer |
| 2 | Kochi Sightseeing | Fort Kochi, Kathakali Dance Performance |
| 3 | Kochi – Munnar, Approx. 125 km / 4 hrs | Cheeyappara Waterfall, Valara Waterfall |
| 4 | Munnar Sightseeing | Tea Museum, Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point |
| 5 | Munnar – Thekkady, Approx. 100 km / 3.5 hrs | Periyar Lake Boat Cruise, Spice Plantation |
| 6 | Thekkady – Alleppey, Approx. 140 km / 4.5 hrs | Alleppey Houseboat |
| 7 | Alleppey – Kochi Airport Departure, Approx. 80 km / 2 hrs | Airport transfer |
Daily Itinerary
CollapseWelcome to Kerala! Upon arrival at Kochi International Airport, meet your local representative and transfer to your hotel with your private driver. After check-in, enjoy some time to relax, depending on your arrival time, or take a leisurely stroll along the waterfront near your hotel.
Stay overnight in Kochi
Explore Fort Kochi, the city’s historic waterfront district, admiring the iconic Chinese fishing nets and visiting St. Francis Church and Santa Cruz Basilica to discover Kochi’s colonial heritage. Continue to Mattancherry Palace and Jew Town to learn about Kochi’s royal history and Jewish heritage while strolling through its charming historic streets.
In the evening, enjoy a traditional Kathakali Dance Performance, known for its elaborate costumes, expressive gestures, and dramatic storytelling.
Stay overnight in Kochi
After breakfast, drive from Kochi to Munnar, a scenic hill station in the Western Ghats. As you leave the coastal plains behind, the landscape gradually changes to rolling hills, lush forests, and expansive tea plantations. Stop along the way at Cheeyappara Waterfall and Valara Waterfall to admire the natural beauty of Kerala’s highlands.
Upon arrival in Munnar, check in to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy some free time to admire the surrounding tea plantations and mountain scenery or take a leisurely walk.
Stay overnight in Munnar
After breakfast, visit the Tea Museum to learn about Munnar’s tea-growing history, traditional processing methods, and the development of the local tea industry.
Continue to Mattupetty Dam, where you can enjoy scenic views of the reservoir surrounded by lush green hills. Then proceed to Echo Point, known for its distinctive echo effect and beautiful lake and mountain scenery. Along the way, admire Munnar’s rolling tea plantations and the picturesque landscapes of the Western Ghats.
Stay overnight in Munnar
After breakfast, drive from Munnar to Periyar National Park, enjoying the scenic mountain and forest landscapes of the Western Ghats along the way. Upon arrival, enjoy a boat cruise on Periyar Lake, where you can admire the tranquil waters and surrounding forests while looking out for wildlife along the lake’s shores.
After your visit, continue to Thekkady and check in to your hotel. If time permits, visit a local Spice Plantation to learn about the cultivation of cardamom, pepper, and other spices that are important to Kerala’s agricultural heritage.
Stay overnight in Thekkady
After breakfast, drive from Thekkady to Alleppey, known for its peaceful backwaters, winding canals, and traditional Kerala houseboats.
Upon arrival, board a traditional Kerala houseboat and begin your Alleppey Houseboat experience. Glide along palm-lined canals and lakes, passing riverside villages and green paddy fields while observing the daily life of local communities. Enjoy the peaceful scenery and experience the relaxed pace of life in Kerala.
In the evening, unwind amid the tranquil backwaters and enjoy a unique overnight stay on the houseboat.
Stay overnight on a houseboat
After breakfast, disembark from your houseboat and drive from Alleppey to Kochi International Airport for your departure flight.
Your 7-day Kerala tour comes to an end. We wish you a pleasant journey home!
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