Overview
Experience the best of Kerala on this 8 day journey through colonial towns, tea covered hills, wildlife reserves, peaceful backwaters, and the golden coastline of Kovalam. From the historic streets of Kochi to the rolling landscapes of Munnar, every destination offers a different side of Kerala's natural beauty and cultural heritage.
Continue to Thekkady to explore the renowned Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary before spending a night aboard a traditional houseboat cruising through the Alleppey backwaters. Complete your holiday with relaxing days by the beach in Kovalam, where palm fringed shores provide the perfect ending to your Kerala escape.
Highlights
Kathakali Dance Performance Watch Kerala's traditional dance performance included in Kochi or Thekkady
Munnar Tea Plantations Visit Munnar's tea growing region, one of the included experiences in the itinerary.
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary Explore the sanctuary by boat on Periyar Lake or on foot through forest trails.
Alleppey Deluxe Houseboat Stay Spend the night cruising Kerala's backwaters aboard a traditional Deluxe Houseboat.
Itinerary
Highlights: Arrival in Kochi, Airport Transfer, Hotel Check-in
Meals: None
- Upon arrival at Cochin International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel, located approximately one hour from the airport. After check-in, the remainder of the day is free for you to relax and settle in before the start of your Kerala holiday.
- Kochi, often referred to by the supplier as the "Queen of the Arabian Sea," is renowned for its natural harbour and rich heritage, with monuments and palaces reflecting Kerala's long history. Enjoy your first evening at leisure before your overnight stay in Kochi.
Highlights: Drive to Munnar, Tea Factory, Tea Museum, Tea Gardens
Meals: Breakfast
- After an early breakfast, check out from your hotel and begin your journey to Munnar, a hill station nestled in the Western Ghats. Upon arrival, visit the Tea Factory and Tea Museum to learn about the history of tea cultivation in the region and observe the tea making process, from leaf plucking through to final packaging. The museum also showcases vintage photographs, machinery, and artefacts that tell the story of Munnar's tea industry. Complete your visit with a freshly brewed cup of local tea while overlooking the surrounding tea gardens.
- Continue to your hotel, a retreat set among the hills of Munnar with views of the surrounding mountains and forests. The property offers a tranquil setting where guests can enjoy bird watching, nature walks, and the peaceful atmosphere before settling in for an overnight stay.
Highlights: Bird Watching, Guided Spice Trail, Trekking Experience
Meals: Breakfast
- Start the day with breakfast before joining a guided bird watching experience around the resort, where the natural surroundings provide opportunities to observe a variety of bird species. Continue with a guided spice trail through the nearby plantations to discover how spices such as cardamom, pepper, cinnamon, and clove are cultivated and processed.
- Later in the day, head into the hills for a trekking experience through forests, rolling landscapes, valleys, streams, and waterfalls while taking in the region's diverse flora and fauna. After a day of exploration, return to your hotel and relax before your overnight stay in Munnar.
Highlights: Drive to Thekkady, Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Periyar Lake Boat Ride
Meals: Breakfast
- After checking out at 10:00 AM, travel to Thekkady and visit the renowned Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, known for its rich biodiversity. Explore the sanctuary by boat on Periyar Lake or on foot through its tropical evergreen forests and marshy grasslands, where wildlife such as elephants, wild boar, deer, sambar deer, and, on rare occasions, tigers may be seen in their natural habitat.
- In addition to wildlife viewing, the sanctuary features trekking trails and boat safaris, providing different ways to appreciate the area's natural surroundings. Afterwards, proceed to your hotel for an overnight stay in Thekkady.
Highlights: Deluxe Houseboat Check-in, Alleppey Backwaters, Backwater Cruise, Overnight Houseboat Stay
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- After breakfast, transfer to the jetty to board your Deluxe Houseboat, which will be your home for the night. Cruise through the narrow lakes and famous canals of Alleppey, where a network of natural and man-made waterways winds through Kerala's backwaters. Traditionally known as Kettuvalloms, these houseboats were once used to transport cargo and today provide a unique way to explore the backwaters.
- During the cruise, enjoy freshly prepared meals served on board by the houseboat's personal cook while taking in the peaceful surroundings. In the evening, the houseboat anchors in a quiet section of the lake surrounded by swaying coconut palms, where you will spend the night onboard. Breakfast is served in Thekkady, while lunch and dinner are included during your houseboat stay.
Highlights: Houseboat Check-out, Drive to Kumarakom, Vembanad Lake, Leisure at Backwater Resort
Meals: Breakfast
- After breakfast on board your Deluxe Houseboat, disembark and continue your journey to Kumarakom. Situated on the shores of Vembanad Lake, Kumarakom is a village made up of a cluster of small islands within the Kuttanad region of Kerala.
- Upon arrival, check in to your resort and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. Take the opportunity to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings of your backwater resort before your overnight stay in Kumarakom.
Highlights: Leisure in Kumarakom, Backwater Resort Stay
Meals: Breakfast
- After breakfast, enjoy the day at leisure in Kumarakom. You may spend your time relaxing at the resort and enjoying the peaceful surroundings of Kerala's backwaters before your final overnight stay.
- Overnight stay in Kumarakom.
Highlights: Hotel Check-out, Transfer to Cochin International Airport
Meals: Breakfast
- After breakfast, check out from your hotel and transfer to Cochin International Airport for your onward flight. If time permits before your departure, you may wish to purchase a silk sari or a handmade souvenir as a keepsake of your Kerala holiday. Your journey concludes with your transfer to the airport for your flight home.
Inclusions
- 1 night's accommodation at Fragrant Nature Kochi (5-Star) with breakfast.
- 2 nights' accommodation at Fragrant Nature Munnar (5-Star) with breakfast.
- 1 night's accommodation at Elephant Court Thekkady (5-Star) with breakfast.
- 1 night's accommodation aboard a Deluxe Houseboat in Alleppey.
- 2 nights' accommodation at The Zuri Kumarakom Kerala Resort & Spa (5-Star) with breakfast.
- Daily breakfast as specified in the itinerary.
- Lunch and dinner during your overnight Deluxe Houseboat stay.
- Private airport transfers and transportation throughout the tour.
- Boat ride at Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary.
- Entrance fees to monuments and sightseeing attractions included in the itinerary.
- Kathakali Dance Show in Kochi or Thekkady.
- All excursions and entrance fees as specified in the itinerary.
- Visit to the Tea Factory and Tea Museum in Munnar.
- Explore the tea plantations in Munnar.
- Guided bird watching experience in Munnar.
- Guided spice trail experience in Munnar.
- Trekking experience in Munnar.
- Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary visit.
- Overnight Deluxe Houseboat cruise through the Alleppey backwaters.
- All currently applicable taxes.
- 24-hour phone support throughout the tour
Exclusions
- International flights. (Reach out to us separately if you would like to add flights.)
- Visa fees, if applicable. (Reach out to us separately if you would like assistance regarding visa arrangements.)
- Travel insurance. (Reach out to us separately if you would like assistance with travel insurance options.)
- Breakfast on the day of arrival.
- Meals not specifically mentioned under Package Inclusions.
- Room service charges, telephone calls, laundry, minibar charges, beverages, gratuities, and other personal expenses.
- Early check-in and late check-out unless otherwise stated.
- Optional tours, activities, and services not specified in the itinerary.
- Any increase in fuel charges or applicable taxes after package confirmation.
- Expenses arising from flight delays, cancellations, weather conditions, natural disasters, strikes, political unrest, or other circumstances beyond operational control.
- Any other items not specifically mentioned under Package Inclusions.
- This package is valid for travel from 1 June 2026 to 30 September 2026.
- The sequence of sightseeing may be adjusted due to weather conditions, local regulations, or operational requirements while maintaining all included experiences where possible.
- Wildlife sightings at Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary are not guaranteed and depend on natural conditions.
- Please note that no bookings have been made for this package. Availability and pricing remain subject to confirmation at the time of booking.
Tour Prices
| Hotel | Room | Per person | Single add-on |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5-star | Twin sharing (2 pax) | SGD 1,768 | SGD 1,768 |
Twin sharing is per person for two in one room. Single add-on is the extra per-person rate for a third guest sharing the same twin room. For other options, email us.
FAQ
- 1 night's accommodation at Fragrant Nature Kochi (5-Star) with breakfast.
- 2 nights' accommodation at Fragrant Nature Munnar (5-Star) with breakfast.
- 1 night's accommodation at Elephant Court Thekkady (5-Star) with breakfast.
- 1 night's accommodation aboard a Deluxe Houseboat in Alleppey.
- 2 nights' accommodation at The Zuri Kumarakom Kerala Resort & Spa (5-Star) with breakfast.
- Daily breakfast as specified in the itinerary.
- Lunch and dinner during your overnight Deluxe Houseboat stay.
- Private airport transfers and transportation throughout the tour.
- Boat ride at Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary.
- Entrance fees to monuments and sightseeing attractions included in the itinerary.
- Kathakali Dance Show in Kochi or Thekkady.
- All excursions and entrance fees as specified in the itinerary.
- Visit to the Tea Factory and Tea Museum in Munnar.
- Explore the tea plantations in Munnar.
- Guided bird watching experience in Munnar.
- Guided spice trail experience in Munnar.
- Trekking experience in Munnar.
- Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary visit.
- Overnight Deluxe Houseboat cruise through the Alleppey backwaters.
- All currently applicable taxes.
- 24-hour phone support throughout the tour
- International flights. (Reach out to us separately if you would like to add flights.)
- Visa fees, if applicable. (Reach out to us separately if you would like assistance regarding visa arrangements.)
- Travel insurance. (Reach out to us separately if you would like assistance with travel insurance options.)
- Breakfast on the day of arrival.
- Meals not specifically mentioned under Package Inclusions.
- Room service charges, telephone calls, laundry, minibar charges, beverages, gratuities, and other personal expenses.
- Early check-in and late check-out unless otherwise stated.
- Optional tours, activities, and services not specified in the itinerary.
- Any increase in fuel charges or applicable taxes after package confirmation.
- Expenses arising from flight delays, cancellations, weather conditions, natural disasters, strikes, political unrest, or other circumstances beyond operational control.
- Any other items not specifically mentioned under Package Inclusions.
- This package is valid for travel from 1 June 2026 to 30 September 2026.
- The sequence of sightseeing may be adjusted due to weather conditions, local regulations, or operational requirements while maintaining all included experiences where possible.
- Wildlife sightings at Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary are not guaranteed and depend on natural conditions.
- Please note that no bookings have been made for this package. Availability and pricing remain subject to confirmation at the time of booking.
8D | 7N
Kochi
8 days
Package prices are per person and vary by hotel and room type. For specific inquiries or customized packages, please contact our team.
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