Scenic Hills & Backwaters Escape - 5 Nights / 6 Days ✨🌿

Inclusions

• 🏨 Accommodation in premium hotels, resorts, or houseboats

• 🚘 Private A/C cab with driver for transfers & sightseeing

• 🍳 Breakfast at hotel/resort

• 🛶 All meals during houseboat stay (Lunch, Dinner & Breakfast)

• 🌿 Spice garden visit

• 🗺️ Sightseeing and activities as detailed in the itinerary

Tour Highlights

• 🌄 Enjoy the cool charm of Kodaikanal.

• 🍃 Explore tea gardens and hills in Munnar.

• 🛶 Cruise the peaceful backwaters of Alappuzha.

• 🧗 Try adventure activities like zip line and jeep safari.

• 🍛 Taste authentic Kerala cuisine and enjoy stunning views.

• 🌊 Visit waterfalls and spice gardens along the way.

Day-wise Itinerary:

🌊 Day 1: Arrival – Athirapally Waterfalls & Kochi Stay

Athirapally Waterfalls – Often called the Niagara of South India, Athirapally is Kerala's largest waterfall at 80 ft high. Featured in multiple films like Baahubali and Dil Se, it cascades through the lush Western Ghats forest, creating misty magic all around.

After exploring the falls, proceed to Kochi for an overnight stay. The drive offers a glimpse of Kerala’s serene countryside.
🛏️ Overnight stay in Kochi

🏔️ Day 2: Kochi to Munnar – Scenic Drive & En Route Wonders

En Route Highlights:

• 🌳 Neriyamangalam Forest – A verdant entryway to the high ranges, cloaked in mist and rich biodiversity.

• 💦 Cheeyappara Waterfalls – Multi-tiered falls gushing over rocks, an ideal photo stop.

• 🌿 Valara Waterfalls – Surrounded by thick forests, known for its steady flow and tranquility.

• 🌱 Kerala Spice Garden – Learn about Kerala’s aromatic treasures like cardamom, pepper & vanilla.

Upon arrival in Munnar, check in and relax amidst cool air and tea-carpeted hills.

🎢 Munnar Optional Activities:

• 🐟 Visit to Pottas Farm – Fish farming experience

• 🌿 Spice Garden visit

• 💫 Zip Line & Sky Wing – Adventure with views

• 🚙 Jeep Safari (3 Hrs) – Off-road thrill

• 🎡 Fun & Adventure Park – 35+ rides

• 🎈 Hot Air Balloon Ride – Float above the hills (subject to weather)

🛏️ Overnight stay in Munnar

🌄 Day 3: Full Day Munnar Sightseeing

Main Attractions:

• 🍃 Tea Plantations – Witness Munnar’s signature lush green slopes and learn about tea plucking.

• 🫖 Tea Museum – Discover the evolution of tea processing in Kerala.

• 🐐 Eravikulam National Park – Famous for the endangered Nilgiri Tahr and seasonal Neelakurinji bloom.

• 💧 Mattupetty Dam – Boating and beautiful mountain reflections.

• 🌹 Rose Garden – Home to exotic flowers, ideal for nature lovers.

• 📸 Photo Point – Iconic stop for scenic clicks.

• 🔊 Echo Point – Natural sound echoing wonder.

• 🌄 Pothamedu View Point – Overlooks misty valleys and tea estates.

• 🌼 Hydel Park & 🌺 Botanical Garden – Well-kept gardens perfect for relaxed walks.

🌿 Optional Activities:

• 🎭 Kerala Traditional Shows – Watch captivating dance forms like Kathakali or martial art Kalaripayattu

• 💆 Ayurvedic Massage/Treatment – Rejuvenate with authentic wellness therapies

• 🍫 Visit to Chocolate Factory – Taste and shop handmade Kerala chocolates

🛏️ Overnight stay in Munnar

🐘 Day 4: Thekkady – Wild Adventure & Cultural Encounters

Drive through scenic cardamom hills to reach Thekkady, Kerala’s wildlife sanctuary.

Top Activities in Thekkady:

• 🚣‍♀️ Periyar Boating (Timings: 7:30 AM, 9:30 AM, 11:15 AM, 1:45 PM, 3:30 PM) – Boat ride on Periyar Lake to spot elephants, deer, bison & birds

• 🌱 Spice Garden Visit – Explore local plantations with a guide

• 🐘 Elephant Ride/Bathing – Fun & bonding with elephants

• 🚙 Jeep Safari (3 Hrs) – Through dense forests to Sathram or Kerala-TN border

• 🎭 Kerala Traditional Show (1 Hr) – A spectacular cultural evening

🛏️ Overnight stay in Thekkady

🚤 Day 5: Alappuzha – Houseboat Cruise & Backwater Bliss

Welcome to the peaceful backwaters of Alappuzha, often called the Venice of the East.

🛶 Houseboat Cruise (12 PM to 9 AM) – Sail through canals, coconut groves, and paddy fields. Enjoy onboard Kerala-style meals and watch the village life glide by.

Additional Activities:

• 🚣 Shikkara Boat Ride – Perfect for narrow canals and scenic lanes

• 🛶 Kayaking – Paddle through serene waters

• 🛥️ Speed Boat – A thrilling spin in the open lake

• 👗 Kerala Saree Making Demo – Watch artisans weave the elegant traditional saree

🛏️ Overnight stay on houseboat

🏙️ Day 6: Kochi Sightseeing & Departure

Depending on your flight/train timing, explore the historical coastal town of Kochi.

Kochi Sightseeing:

• 🚣‍♂️ Kochi Backwaters – Optional boat tour

• 🖼️ Kerala Folklore Museum – Rich in costumes, architecture & antiques

• ⚓ Fort Kochi – Colonial charm with street art, cafes, and stories

• 🎣 Chinese Fishing Nets – Iconic cantilevered nets used since 14th century

• ⛪ St. Francis Church – India’s oldest European church

• ✨ Santa Cruz Basilica – Gothic-style beauty with stained glass

• 🏯 Dutch Palace – Frescoes and regal rooms

• 🕍 Jewish Synagogue – Oldest in Commonwealth, dated 1568

• 🛍️ Jewish Street – Antique treasures, spice shops, and local crafts

🚕 Drop at Kochi Airport / Railway Station with unforgettable Kerala memories

Gallery

Discover the Beauty of Kerala: Kerala, often referred to as 'God’s Own Country,' captivates with its diverse landscapes. This journey unveils cascading waterfalls, sprawling tea estates, lush spice gardens, and the calming expanse of the backwaters. From exhilarating adventure activities in Munnar to the traditional charm of Alappuzha, prepare to experience Kerala’s unparalleled beauty and unique cultural tapestry.