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Houseboat cruising the Kerala backwaters beneath palms at sunrise

Kerala · 7 days

Kerala Hills & Backwaters

Fort Kochi, Munnar's tea country, a Periyar forest day and an overnight houseboat — Kerala's best sequence, without the rush.

On request

Highlights

  • Heritage walk through Fort Kochi
  • Tea estate morning in Munnar
  • Periyar reserve boat or guided walk
  • Overnight houseboat near Alleppey
  • Optional coastal extension

Day by day

  1. Day 1

    Arrive Kochi

    Fort Kochi walk, waterfront evening.

  2. Day 2

    Kochi to Munnar

    Drive through spice country with waterfall stops.

  3. Day 3

    Munnar

    Tea estate visit, viewpoint drive and an easy walk.

  4. Day 4

    Munnar to Thekkady

    Periyar reserve activity and a plantation visit.

  5. Day 5

    Thekkady to Alleppey

    Board the houseboat by afternoon for a backwater cruise.

  6. Day 6

    Alleppey to coast

    Disembark and transfer to Marari or Varkala for a beach day.

  7. Day 7

    Departure

    Transfer to Kochi or Trivandrum airport.

Inclusions

  • · Accommodation as per the confirmed itinerary
  • · Private vehicle with driver for all listed transfers and sightseeing
  • · Breakfast daily
  • · Permits and entry arrangements listed in the itinerary
  • · On-trip support from a Travelonama travel expert

Exclusions

  • · Flights and train travel unless specified
  • · Lunches, dinners and personal expenses
  • · Camera fees, tips and optional activities
  • · Travel insurance
  • · Anything not listed under inclusions

Tour FAQs

Is this suitable as a honeymoon itinerary?

Yes — it is one of our most requested honeymoon routes. We can upgrade stays and add private dining on request.

Custom trip

Prefer a different route or dates?

We rebuild any itinerary around your pace, dates and budget.