God’s Own Country5D / 4NMunnar, Thekkady & Alleppey, India

Kerala Backwaters, Mist Valleys & Ayurvedic Haven

Overview

Glide along tranquil palm-fringed backwaters on a private luxury houseboat, breathe crisp tea-scented air in Munnar, and rejuvenate with authentic Ayurvedic wellness.

Trip Highlights

Overnight Stay on a Premium Air-Conditioned Private Houseboat

Munnar Rolling Tea Plantations, Tea Museum & Mattupetty Dam

Thekkady Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary Lake Boat Safari

Kalaripayattu Martial Arts & Kathakali Traditional Performance

Authentic Rejuvenating Ayurvedic Massage Therapy

Day-by-Day Itinerary

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Day 1
Cochin Arrival & Scenic Mountain Drive to Munnar
Arrive at Cochin Airport. Drive through the lush Western Ghats, stopping at Cheeyappara and Valara waterfalls. Check in to your luxury tea plantation resort in misty Munnar.
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Day 2
Munnar Tea Estates, Eravikulam & Mattupetty Dam
Visit Eravikulam National Park, home to the endangered Nilgiri Tahr. Explore the Tata Tea Museum, Echo Point, and Mattupetty Dam with optional speedboating.
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Day 3
Thekkady Spice Plantations & Periyar Wildlife Safari
Scenic drive to Thekkady. Take a guided walking tour of cardamom, pepper, and cinnamon plantations. Enjoy a boat safari in Periyar Tiger Reserve and watch an authentic Kalaripayattu martial arts show.
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Day 4
Alleppey Backwaters & Private Luxury Houseboat Cruise
Drive to Alleppey and board your private luxury houseboat (Kettuvallam). Cruise through emerald canals, paddy fields, and lagoons while savoring freshly prepared Kerala meals by your onboard personal chef.
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Day 5
Fort Kochi Heritage Walk & Airport Departure
Disembark after breakfast. Visit Fort Kochi to see the historic Chinese Fishing Nets, St. Francis Church, and Mattancherry Dutch Palace before your flight departure from Cochin.