Kerala Backwaters and Hill Stations

On arrival in Cochin, you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for relaxation after your journey. Depending on your arrival time, you may rest at the hotel or explore nearby surroundings at a leisurely pace. Cochin serves as the starting point for this Kerala holiday.

After breakfast, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Fort Kochi. The area is known for its colonial architecture, historic churches, Jewish Synagogue, and seaside promenades. Later, visit Chootanikara Bhagavathy Amman Temple, an important pilgrimage site in the region. After the temple visit, begin the road journey to Munnar. On arrival, check in to the hotel and relax after the drive. The route offers changing landscapes from coastal plains to tea-covered hills.

After breakfast, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Munnar and its surrounding areas. The programme typically includes tea gardens, viewpoints, dams, and selected local attractions depending on time and interest. Munnar is known for its cool climate, rolling plantations, and scenic mountain views. In the evening, attend a Kathakali dance show, a traditional Kerala performance known for its elaborate costumes, expressive gestures, and classical storytelling.

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Thekkady. On arrival, visit a spice plantation to learn about Kerala’s traditional spices and cultivation methods. The region is known for cardamom, pepper, cinnamon, and other aromatic crops. In the evening, enjoy a boat ride on Periyar Lake, which offers opportunities to observe wildlife along the shoreline and appreciate the peaceful forest setting.

After breakfast, depart for Alleppey. On arrival, board your houseboat and begin the cruise through the backwaters. The route passes through canals, paddy fields, village life, and the open expanse of Vembanad Lake. Traditional Kerala meals are prepared on board using local ingredients and recipes. The houseboat experience provides a relaxed and scenic way to enjoy Kerala’s famous waterways.

After breakfast, disembark from the houseboat and drive back to Cochin. On arrival, check in to the hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure. In the evening, you may visit Lulu Mall for shopping, dining, or simply to explore one of the city’s main commercial centres. The day is kept relaxed after the houseboat journey.

After breakfast, the day is free for personal activities, last-minute shopping, or further exploration of Cochin. Depending on your interests, you may visit local markets, try regional food, or relax at the hotel. In the evening, transfer to Kochi airport for your onward flight. The tour concludes with memories of Kerala’s tea gardens, spice plantations, backwaters, and coastal heritage.