5-Night Private Kerala Backwater Tour with Houseboat Stay

Day 1: Cochin (No meals)

The tour starts at Cochin where you will be greeted upon arrival at the Kochi International Airport or the railway station then escorted to your hotel. After getting settled, you will be taken to do some sightseeing in Cochin. Visit the St. Francis Church, the oldest Church in India, and 500 year old Portugese Houses. See Chinese fishing nets, Mattancherry Palace, and a 16th century Synagogue. Shop in the local market in the evening.

Overnight: Cochin

Day 2: Cochin to Munnar (B)

Enjoy breakfast in the hotel before embarking on a 130km drive to Munnar. Visit the incredible Cheyyappara Waterfalls then nearby tea gardens, spread like a green carpet over hundreds of kilometers. This area has a very low population and is essentially ran by Tata tea. Check into your hotel after a long day of exploring.

Overnight: Munnar

Day 3: Munnar (B)

Begin sightseeing in Munnar after waking up and having breakfast. Visit Mattupetty, Eco-Point, Tea Museum, Pothamedu, and more while you are out and about. Take an optional boat ride as well before returning to your hotel in the evening.

Overnight: Munnar

Day 4: Munnar to Thekkady (B)

Begin your day with a 110km morning drive to Thekkady and travel through cardamom hills. Here, you will check into your resort before visiting the local spice plantation to see cardamom, pepper, coffee, and tea estate. On the way back to your hotel room, stop at the local market and pick up some fragrant spices.

Overnight: Thekkady

Day 5: Thekkady to Alleppey (B,L,D)

After breakfast, proceed to Alleppey, also known as the "Venice of the East". Enjoy your day on the cruising houseboat which will take you through a number of canals including Azhikkal Canal, Kuppapuram, Pallathuruthy, Swamy Canal, and more.

Overnight: Private Kerala-Style Houseboat

Day 6: Departure (B)

Enjoy breakfast in the morning before being transferred to the Cochin Airport or railway station.