Best of Kerala - Munnar & Alleppey Backwaters
Kerala Backwater Bliss
This 4-day tour covers the highlights of Kerala. Start with the misty hills and tea estates of Munnar, then cruise the serene backwaters of Alleppey on a deluxe houseboat. Includes accommodation, meals as per itinerary, and private transport.
₹10,300
per person
Best Time to Visit
September to May (Note: Eravikulam National Park closed February–April for Nilgiri Tahr breeding)
Ideal For
Couples, Families, Groups, Backwater Enthusiasts
Duration
4 Days / 3 Nights
Category
Standard
Tour Highlights
- Scenic drive from Kochi to Munnar with Cheeyappara & Valara Waterfalls
- Visit Eravikulam National Park (subject to breeding season closure)
- Tea garden walk and Tea Museum visit (closed Mondays)
- Sightseeing at Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point & Kundala Lake
- Overnight stay in a Deluxe Houseboat in Alleppey
- Backwater cruise with village visits (coconut coir making, toddy tapping)
- Freshly prepared traditional meals on the houseboat
Inclusions
- 3 nights accommodation in double/twin sharing basis (2 nights Munnar hotel, 1 night houseboat)
- Munnar stay: CP basis (Room + Breakfast) with tea/coffee services
- Alleppey stay: Full board basis on Deluxe Houseboat (includes lunch, dinner, breakfast)
- Transportation with English-speaking chauffeur
- For 2 Pax: Air-conditioned Deluxe Sedan
- For 3-4 Pax: Air-conditioned Toyota Crysta
- For 5-12 Pax: Air-conditioned 12 Seater Tempo Traveller
- Welcome on arrival
- Visit to Tea plantation in Munnar
- Visit to Eravikulam National Park
- Visit to a Tea manufacturing unit
- Boat cruise in backwaters
- Visit to villages, rope factories and coconut fibre weaving during backwater cruise
Detailed Itinerary
Kochi to Munnar – Enroute Waterfalls
Arrive Kochi. Welcome on arrival and drive to Munnar (140 kms). Enroute visit Cheeyappara and Valara Waterfalls. Arrive Munnar, check in to hotel. Overnight stay.
Munnar Sightseeing – National Park, Dam, Tea Gardens & Museum
Morning breakfast. Visit Eravikulam National Park (closed February to April for Nilgiri Tahr breeding). Return to hotel. Afternoon visit Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, Kundala Lake, and viewpoints. Walk through tea gardens. Visit Tea Museum (closed Mondays). Tea tasting session. Evening free to explore local market. Overnight.
Munnar to Alleppey – Overnight Houseboat Cruise
Morning breakfast. Drive to Alleppey, the 'Venice of the East'. Board a deluxe houseboat (Kettuvalam). Check-in, relax, and enjoy lunch. Cruise the tranquil backwaters, visit a traditional village to see basket weaving and coconut coiling, and meet a toddy tapper. Taste freshly collected Toddy (Palm Wine). Enjoy freshly prepared traditional delicacies. Overnight on the houseboat.
Alleppey to Kochi – Departure
Morning breakfast on the deck of the houseboat. Disembark at Alleppey, check out, and drive back to Kochi. Drop off at Kochi Airport / Railway station / Bus stand for your next destination.
Exclusions
- Single room supplements
- Domestic flights
- Lunches / Dinners (except on houseboat)
- Entry fees for Eravikulam National Park & Tata Tea Museum
- Entry fees for popular viewpoints like Top Station
- Entry fees for Mattupetty Dam
- Jeep ride in Munnar
- Assistance of a local English-speaking guide
- Entrance fees to all monuments and activities
- Camera / Videography fees
- Portage of luggage in hotels and tips for porters
- Tips for hotels, restaurants, and driver
- All personal expenses (laundry, calls, insurance, photography, etc.)
- Excess baggage, emergency medical expenses
- GST 5% extra on total billing