Charismatic Kerala – 5D/4N

5 Days

2N
Munnar
1N
Thekkady
1N
Alleppey (HB)

Quick Facts

Core Attractions

Eravikulam National Park – Munnar’s iconic wildlife sanctuary with panoramic tea plantation views.

Periyar Lake Boat Ride – Scenic wildlife boat safari through Thekkady’s Periyar Sanctuary.

Alleppey Houseboat Cruise – Unique overnight experience through Kerala’s serene backwaters.

Speciality of this Trip

Hotel

Transport

Meals

Description

Package Highlights:

  • Trip to Eravikulam National Park, Tea Plantation & Museum, Munnar
  • Cruise through beautiful Kerela backwaters and stay on Houseboat, Alleppey
  • Sightseeing tours by private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Start & End in Cochin

Tour Details

Tour Name
Hills & Backwaters of Kerala
Duration
4 Nights / 5 Days
Destinations Covered
Cochin, Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey
End City
Cochin
Travel Mode
Private A/C Vehicle
Accommodation
3★ / 4★ Hotels & Houseboat
Meals Included
Breakfast, Dinner (Full board in Houseboat)
Tour Highlights
Scenic drive to Munnar, Eravikulam National Park, Tea Museum, Mattupetty Dam, Eco Point, Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Boat ride on Periyar Lake, Spice Plantation Tour, Traditional Kalaripayattu show, Backwater cruise and overnight stay in houseboat at Alleppey
Visa Required
Not Required for Indian Citizens
Ideal For
Nature Lovers, Honeymooners, Family Travel

Tour Plan

Day 01: Arrival in Cochin& Drive from Cochin to Munnar (120 km/approx. 4.5 hours)

Meet our representative upon arrival in Cochin and drive to Munnar, which derived its name from the confluence of the three rivers around which the town grew. Today, it offers beautiful vistas, cardamom and spice plantations, aromatic oil factories, sights of several endangered species, and the purple-blue of the Neelakurinji flowers that bloom every 12 years. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel and spend the evening at leisure. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 02: Sightseeing in Munnar

Explore Eravikulam National Park, home to various elusive and endangered species. It is a great place to enjoy trekking and offers mind-blowing views of the tea plantations. Later, proceed towards the Tea Museum (closed on Monday), which gives an insight into the history of tea plantations in this region. Later, visit Mattupetty Dam, Eco Point, and Flower Garden. Return to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 03: Munnar – Thekkady (90 kms / approx. 2.5 hours)

After breakfast, drive to Thekkady (Periyar), and on arrival, check in at the hotel. Enjoy a full-day sightseeing tour of Periyar. Set high in the ranges of the Western Ghats in Kerala is the Periyar National Park and Tiger Reserve. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary has a picturesque lake at the heart of the sanctuary. Herds of playful wild elephants have made Periyar Lake their favorite haunt for frolicking in the water. They can be witnessed bathing and swimming here. Enjoy a boat ride on the lake to view the wildlife at close quarters. Other inhabitants of Periyar include the leopard, wild dog, barking deer, mouse deer, Nilgiri langur, bonnet macaque, sambhar, porcupines, squirrels, gaur (Indian bison), wild boar and sloth bear. Later, take a spice plantation tour. The aroma and pleasant ambiance of the spice and tea plantations of Periyar are fascinating. Spices found in Thekkady include pepper, clove, cardamom, nutmeg, ginger, turmeric, vanilla, and curry leaves. In the evening, watch a traditional Kalaripayattu show. (Optional) - You can also enjoy an elephant ride in Periyar. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 04: Thekkady – Alleppey (140 kms / approx. 4 hours)

After breakfast, drive to Aofpey and board your houseboat on arrival. Allepp, ey, "Venice of the East," has, a large network —of visitwater canals that meander through the town, surrounding villages, and Vembanad Lake. Cruise through the beautiful and scenic backwaters of Kerala while you stay in a houseboat. Overnight stay in houseboat.

Day 05: Departure from Cochin(83 kms / approx.2.5 hour)
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Cochin airport for return flight back home.

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Speciality of this Trip

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Boat

Meals

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Why Choose AMW Vacay

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Friendly and knowledgeable tour managers ensure a seamless and enjoyable journey.

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Explore iconic sights and must-see attractions handpicked for every itinerary.

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