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Alleppey Backwaters and Munnar Tea Plantation: A Short Scenic Escape in Kerala

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4 Nights/ 5 Days
From $590 / €492 per person

Designed the Way You Travel

Tailor-Made Journeys

Curated Experiences

Luxury Hotels, Houseboat and Cottages

Local Meets Luxury

Seamless Service

Certified Tour Operator · Experienced Category
Ministry of Tourism · Government of India

Duration: 5 Nights/ 6 Days

Kerala Backwaters · Munnar Tea Plantations · Short Escape

Experiences That Shape Your Kerala Houseboat Tour

Your Kerala Backwater Cruise, Munnar Trip, Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary at a Glance

Day 1Arrival in Kochi and City Tour

Arrive at Kochi Airport, where your Kerala journey begins.
 
After a warm welcome, visit the historic St. Francis Church and the beautiful Santa Cruz Basilica.
 
Walk by the famous Chinese Fishing Nets and visit Kochi’s traditional open-air laundry at Dhobi Ghat.
Discover Mattancherry Palace and stroll through the vibrant, historic lanes of Jews Town.

Day 2Backwaters in Alappuzha (or Alleppey) or Kumarakom

Drive from Kochi to Kumarakom for a relaxing day in Kerala’s serene backwaters.
 
Spend the day aboard a luxury houseboat, gliding through coconut-lined canals while enjoying traditional Kerala cuisine on board.
 
Later, explore the narrower waterways in a small country boat for a closer backwater experience.
 
Return to Kochi in the evening after a peaceful day on the water.

Day 3Kochi to Munnar, Village Tour (en-route)

Begin your scenic drive from Kochi to Munnar.
 
En route, visit a rural Kerala village for a guided experience of local life, agriculture and village hospitality.
 
Arrive in Munnar and settle into your hotel amid tea estates and cool mountain air.

Day 4Trek or Jeep ride in Munnar

Enjoy a flexible, nature-focused day in Munnar.
 
Choose two experiences: a short trek through the tea hills, a jeep ride to the scenic Ponmudi area, or a visit to Anakulam for the possibility of seeing wild elephants.
 
Conclude the day with a visit to the Kannan Devan Tea Factory and learn about the region’s tea-making heritage.

Day 5Eravikulam Park and Return

Begin the morning at Eravikulam National Park, known for the endangered Nilgiri Tahr and its beautiful highland landscapes.
 
Later, begin your drive from Munnar to Kochi, with a photo stop at Lockhart Gap View Point for one last view of Munnar’s green hills.
 
Continue to Kochi, where your Kerala journey concludes.

Our Premium Offerings Include


  • Luxury Stays and Houseboat Booking


  • Flight Bookings


  • Certified Local Guides


  • Village Tours and All Activities Booking


  • Private Cars


  • 24×7 Dedicated Support

Starting From $590 / €492 per person

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A Glimpse of Your Munnar Trip and Kerala Backwater Cruise

Why INDIA Trotter for a Kerala Houseboat Tour

Making the Houseboat Part of a Larger Journey

INDIA Trotter plans each kerala houseboat tour as part of the full Kerala route, not as a disconnected overnight stay.

Choosing the Alleppey Houseboat Carefully

An alleppey houseboat experience depends on boat quality, route, food and privacy. We pay close attention to those details.

Balancing Cruise Time and Comfort

A kerala backwater cruise should feel slow and relaxing, but still practical inside the itinerary. We balance the timing carefully.

Connecting the Hills with the Waterways

A munnar trip gives the journey its hill-country contrast before or after the backwaters. We plan the road sequence to keep it comfortable.

Adding Thekkady as a Nature Break

Choose INDIA Trotter if you want periyar wildlife sanctuary included in a way that supports the journey rather than overloading it.

Designed for Comfort, Privacy and Better Pacing

Our team approaches the munnar trip package as a private luxury tour, with space for comfort, smoother logistics, expert guides and personal travel preferences.

Frequently Asked Questions About Kerala Houseboat Tours

What is included in this Kerala houseboat tour?

This kerala houseboat tour includes private planning, hotels, car transfers, houseboat coordination and local support across Kerala.

Is an Alleppey houseboat better for an overnight stay?

An alleppey houseboat is a classic overnight experience, but the right boat and route matter greatly for comfort and privacy.

What is a Kerala backwater cruise like?

A kerala backwater cruise moves slowly through canals, lakes and village landscapes, often with meals served onboard.

Can I combine this with a Munnar trip?

Yes. A munnar trip combines naturally with a houseboat stay and adds tea gardens, hills and cooler mountain air.

Can Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary be included?

Yes. Periyar wildlife sanctuary can be included as a nature-focused stop with soft wildlife and forest experiences.

Is this suitable for couples or families?

Yes. The journey can be adjusted for couples, families or small private groups depending on hotel style and pace.

Why choose INDIA Trotter for this Kerala houseboat tour?

We coordinate the houseboat, hotels, transfers and route carefully so the holiday feels private, comfortable and well connected.

Plan Your Private Luxury Munnar trip package

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