Landscape of Kerala - Munnar, Periyar & Alleppey Backwaters
Kerala Backwater Bliss
This 5-day tour showcases Kerala's stunning landscapes. Begin in the misty hills of Munnar with its tea estates, then head to Periyar for a wildlife sanctuary boat safari and spice plantations. End with a luxurious overnight houseboat cruise through Alleppey's tranquil backwaters. Includes accommodation, meals as per itinerary, and private transport.
₹11,900
per person
Best Time to Visit
September to May (Note: Eravikulam National Park closed February–April for Nilgiri Tahr breeding)
Ideal For
Couples, Families, Wildlife Enthusiasts, Spice Lovers, Groups
Duration
5 Days / 4 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
- Periyal Lake boat safari to spot elephants, wild boars, and sambar deer
- Evening visit to Kumily spice market
- Traditional Kalarippayattu martial arts performance
- Spice plantation tour (Vanilla, Cocoa, Black Pepper, Ashwagandha, etc.)
- Drive through Cardamom Hills
- Overnight stay in a Deluxe Houseboat in Alleppey
- Backwater cruise with village visits (basket weaving, coconut coiling, toddy tapping)
- Freshly prepared traditional meals on the houseboat
Inclusions
- 4 nights accommodation in double/twin sharing basis (2 nights Munnar hotel, 1 night Periyar hotel, 1 night houseboat)
- Munnar & Periyar 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 2-3 Pax: Air-conditioned Deluxe Sedan
- For 4-5 Pax: Air-conditioned Toyota Crysta
- For 6-12 Pax: Air-conditioned 12 Seater Tempo Traveller
- Welcome on arrival
- Visit to Tea plantation in Munnar
- Visit to Eravikulam National Park (Munnar)
- Visit to a Tea manufacturing unit (Munnar)
- Visit to Spice Garden Plantation (Periyar)
- Visit to Periyar National Park by boat
- Evening stroll in the spice market of Kumily (Periyar)
- Boat cruise in Alleppey 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 Thekkady (Periyar) – Spice Plantations & Wildlife Safari
Morning breakfast. Drive to Periyar (160 kms), a wildlife sanctuary centered on scenic Periyar Lake. Arrive and check in to hotel. Later, take a 12-km drive through thick forests to the entry point of Periyal Lake and board a ferry for a relaxing boat safari to see wildlife like elephants, wild boars, and sambar deer on the banks. Evening visit to Kumily, a bustling hub for buying spices, fresh coffee, and tea. Later, watch a traditional Kalarippayattu martial arts performance at Kadathanadan Kalari Center. Return to hotel. Overnight.
Thekkady to Alleppey – Spice Plantation & Overnight Houseboat Cruise
Morning breakfast. Drive to Alleppey (155 kms total: 110 kms to Kottayam, then 45 kms to Alleppey). Enroute stop at a spice plantation to see Vanilla, Ashwagandha, Heliconia, Cocoa, Wild Ginger, Indigo, Shatavari, and Black Pepper growing naturally. Continue the drive through the Cardamom Hills. Arrive Alleppey, 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 (55 kms). Drop off at Kochi Airport / Railway station / Bus stand for your next destination.
Exclusions
- Single room supplements
- Domestic flights
- Lunches (except on houseboat)
- Entry fees for Eravikulam National Park & Tata Tea Museum (Munnar)
- Entry fees for popular viewpoints like Top Station and Mattupetty Dam
- Jeep ride in Munnar
- Entry fees for Spice Garden Plantation (Periyar)
- Wildlife Park entry fees / Boat ride fees (Periyar)
- Entry ticket for Kalaripayattu martial arts show (Periyar)
- 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