Kerala Tour: Munnar, Thekkady & Alleppey Houseboat (5 Days)

Overview

A five-day loop through the best of Kerala. Drive up from Kochi into the tea-covered hills of Munnar, continue to Thekkady for spice gardens and the Periyar Tiger Reserve, then come down to Alleppey for a night on a traditional houseboat on the backwaters.

You travel by private car with a driver throughout, so you can stop wherever you like for photos, tea and snacks along the way.

Highlights

• Tea estates and viewpoints around Munnar
• Spice plantation walk in Thekkady
• Periyar Tiger Reserve
• A full day and night on an Alleppey houseboat
• Private car and driver for the whole trip

Itinerary

1. 1Day 1

   Kochi to Munnar

   Arrive in Kochi and drive about four hours into the hills, stopping at waterfalls on the way.

2. 2Day 2

   Munnar

   Visit tea estates and the tea museum, Mattupetty Dam and Eravikulam National Park.

3. 3Day 3

   Munnar to Thekkady

   Drive about three hours to Thekkady. Spice plantation tour and an evening cultural show.

4. 4Day 4

   Thekkady to Alleppey

   Drive to Alleppey and board your houseboat. Cruise the backwaters with meals on board and stay overnight.

5. 5Day 5

   Alleppey to Kochi

   Disembark after breakfast and drive about 1.5 hours to Kochi for your onward journey.

What’s included

Meeting point

Open larger map · Kochi, Munnar, Thekkady and Alleppey, Kerala

Good to know

• Eravikulam National Park usually closes for a few weeks around February to March for the Nilgiri tahr calving season.
• Roads in the hills are winding; bring motion sickness tablets if you need them.
• Houseboats are air-conditioned at night; power may be limited during the day.
• October to March is the driest, most comfortable time to visit.

Cancellation policy

Cancellation terms for this tour are shown before you pay and in your confirmation. Many tours offer a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.

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