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A Journey Through Backwaters, Munnar’s Tea Plantation and Thekkady’s Jungle

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6 Nights/ 7 Days
From $792 / €660 per person

Designed the Way You Travel

Tailor-Made Journeys

Curated Experiences

Luxury Hotels, Houseboat and Cottages

Local Meets Luxury

Seamless Service

Duration: 6 Nights/ 7 Days

Backwaters • Misty Hills and Tea Gardens • Wildlife

Experiences During Your Munnar trip and Kerala backwater trip

Details of your Your Kerala Trip Package

Day 1Kochi Arrival and Local Visits

Your Kerala tour begins with a warm welcome at the airport.
Head straight into the heart of Fort Kochi to explore Francis Church and the magnificent Santa Cruz Basilica, symbols of Kerala’s colonial past.
 
Visit the iconic Chinese Fishing Nets, still in use today, offering a glimpse into traditional fishing methods.
A quick detour to the Dhobi Ghat — Kochi’s open-air laundry — adds to the cultural immersion.
 
Wander through Mattancherry Palace, known for its Dutch architecture, and stroll through the vibrant streets of Jews Town.

Day 2A Day in the Backwaters

Begin your day driving from Kochi to Kumarakom, where a luxury houseboat awaits.
Settle into your private vessel and float past palm-lined canals and paddy fields.
 
Enjoy onboard meals and views of Kerala’s backwaters. Later, experience the serene backwaters more intimately with a ride in a traditional country boat.
 
By evening, return to Kochi. This mix of modern and rural is what makes holidays to Kerala, India unique.

Day 3Village Tour en route to Munnar

After breakfast, begin your drive to Munnar, the queen of Kerala’s hill stations.
En route, stop for a heartwarming Village Tour near Kochi, meeting locals and learning about traditional ways of life.
 
This is the soul of authentic Kerala tour packages for family travel.
Reach Munnar and settle into your resort amid the cool mountain breeze and misty tea estates.

Day 4Treks and Elephants Sighting in Munnar

Today, you can tailor your Munnar trip to your pace. Choose a scenic short trek across green hills, or take a jeep ride to Ponmudi’s untouched beauty.
 
Those interested in wildlife can head toward Anakulam, a known site for wild elephant sightings.
Later, visit the Kannan Devan Tea Factory to witness tea-making processes that form the backbone of Munnar Kerala tour packages.

 

Day 5National Park and Thekkady Transfer

Visit Eravikulam National Park, home to the endangered Nilgiri Tahr and one of the best-preserved highland plateaus. Then head to Thekkady, stopping at Lockhart Gap View Point to take in sweeping vistas.
 
Check in at your nature resort and later, tour a local spice plantation — a favorite in Kerala family vacation packages for its smell, taste and insight into spice trade history.

Day 6Forest Walk and Culture Show

Explore the Gavi Forest, one of Kerala’s hidden gems. Engage in guided nature walks through its forest paths, or enjoy a boating session amidst pure wilderness.
 
In the evening, enjoy cultural shows including Kathakali or martial arts performances that families love to watch.
These experiences make your holidays to Kerala India both rich and unforgettable.

Day 7Birdwatching and Departure

Begin your last day with an exciting birding trip by jeep. Then, visit an ethical Elephant Farm where you can observe and feed the animals.
 
After lunch, drive back to Kochi for your airport drop, concluding your journey across one of the best Kerala tour packages for family, filled with diverse landscapes and cherished memories.

Our Premium Offerings Include


  • Luxury Stays


  • Flight Bookings


  • Certified Local Guides


  • Village Tours and All Activities Booking


  • Private Cars


  • 24×7 Dedicated Support

Starting From $792 / €660 per person

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Why INDIA Trotter for a Kerala Trip Package

Planning Kerala as One Balanced Journey

INDIA Trotter shapes each kerala trip package around how Kochi, the backwaters, Munnar and Thekkady work together. That gives the holiday a smoother rhythm from the start.

Giving Munnar the Right Amount of Time

A good munnar trip should not feel like a hurried hill-station stop. We plan the drive, stay and tea country experiences so Munnar has enough breathing space.

Making the Backwater Stay More Meaningful

A kerala backwater trip works best when the houseboat or resort stay fits the wider route. We help place it properly inside the journey.

Adding Nature Without Overloading the Plan

A visit to periyar wildlife sanctuary should support the Kerala experience, not make the route tiring. We balance the forest time with the hill and backwater days.

Designing a Private Kerala Holiday for Families

Choose INDIA Trotter if you want kerala tour packages for family that feel private, comfortable and planned around different age groups and travel interests.

Frequently Asked Questions About Kerala Trip Packages

What is included in this Kerala trip package?

This kerala trip package includes private planning, hotels, car, local coordination and experiences across Kochi, Munnar, the backwaters and Thekkady.

How does the Munnar trip fit into this Kerala holiday?

The munnar trip adds tea plantations, hill scenery and cooler mountain air to the wider Kerala route.

Is this Kerala backwater trip suitable for first-time visitors?

Yes. A kerala backwater trip works beautifully for first-time travelers because it captures one of Kerala’s most distinctive landscapes.

Can I visit Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary on this tour?

Yes. periyar wildlife sanctuary can be included with nature walks, boat rides or other soft wildlife experiences depending on your dates and interests.

Is this good for families?

Yes. We can shape this as one of our kerala tour packages for family with suitable hotels, shorter drives and activities that work for different ages.

Can this Kerala itinerary be customized?

Yes. We can adjust the number of nights, hotel level, backwater stay type and pace of travel around your preference.

Why choose INDIA Trotter for this Kerala holiday?

We plan the route privately with better ground coordination, sensible drive planning and a more relaxed flow across Kerala’s hills, forests and backwaters.

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