Enchanting Kerala & Backwaters

India
1819 Duration 9
Famous backwaters of Alappuzha, Kerala
Traditional Keralan houseboat in Alleppey, Kerala
Houseboat in Kerala, India
Scenic Tea Gardens of Munnar
scenic tea plantations of Munnar

Overview

When you think of Kerala, picture cruising through the picturesque backwaters, taking a soul-refreshing spa massage, and visiting famous culturally-rich heritage sites. You get to explore these and a lot more on this amazing Enchanting Kerala & Backwaters tour.

Begin your Kerala explorations starting in Cochin with a city sightseeing tour when you visit spectacular tourist attractions - Jewish Synagogue, Mattanchery Palace, St. Francis Church, Chinese Fishing Nets and Local Spices Market.

Your next stop is the famous hill city of Munnar. View stunning cardamom and spice plantations, explore endangered species, discover the famous Tea Museum, & more. You will be visiting the famous Rajmalai Wildlife Sanctuary which is full of biodiversity and the only place you can see Indian Ibex.

From Munnar, head for Periyar where you'll explore Periyar National Park and see the gigantic wild elephants in their habitat along with gaur, sambhar, wild boar, sloth bear, and much more. You will be heading towards Alleppey to enjoy one of the highlights of the trip - cruising through the Kerala backwaters. First, through Alleppey and all the way to Kumarakom - thus ending the Kerala tour with lots of fun, thrill and awesomeness!

Excited already for this amazing tour? State your request by calling us on this number 02030237776 or submit your query via the enquiry form on our website.

What's Included

9 Nights
33% Savings
Flights
Transfers
  • 2025, 2026 & 2027 Bookings on Sale now
  • Minimum deposit starts from £199 pp
  • Round trip transfers by Toyota Innova Crysta with an English-speaking driver
  • Sightseeing as per the Itinerary in Kochi, Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey & Kumarakom
  • Kathakali & Martial Arts show in Kochi
  • Visit the Tea museum & Jeep Safari in Munnar
  • 1 hour boating through the Periyar wildlife sanctuary & Spice plantation tour in Thekkady to view the Wildlife in Thekkady
  • English Speaking Guide for Kochi Sightseeing
  • 1 Hour sunset cruise through the Vembanad lake
  • Visit to Kumarakom Bird sanctuary on day 10
  • Farewell Dinner on day 9 for 2 Adults
  • 2 Nights stay at 5* Kochi Marriott Hotel, Kochi | Guest Room | Bed & Breakfast
  • 2 Nights stay at 4* SpiceTree Munnar, Munnar | Classic Cottage with Jacuzzi | Bed & Breakfast
  • 2 Nights stay at 4* Amritara Shalimar Spice Garden Resort & Spa, Thekkady | Elegant Room | Bed & Breakfast
  • 1 Night stay at 4* Deluxe Houseboat, Alleppey | 1 Bedroom Houseboat | Full board
  • 2 nights stay at 5* Kumarakom Lake Resort, Kumarakom | Luxury Pavilion Room | Bed & Breakfast
  • While we aim to secure the listed hotels, availability may vary. In such cases, hotels of a similar standard will be provided

Itinerary

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Arrive at Cochin and get transferred to the hotel. Kochi is the ideal starting point to explore the rest of Kerala. Spend the remainder of the day at leisure. Overnight stay in Cochin.

Accommodation

Kochi Marriott Hotel

Kochi Marriott Hotel

Enjoy staying in the utmost comfort in an elegant 7-star luxury hotel during your stay in Kochi, Kerala. The rooms and suites are extremely stylish with all the upscale amenities. You also get 24-hour room service, Besides, there's a 24-hour fitness centre, outdoor pool, spa, & much more. Relish delectable international cuisines in some of the nice restaurants available at the hotel.

Enjoy a nice breakfast at the hotel. Further, head for a city tour which includes Mattanchery Palace (popularly known as Dutch Palace), Jewish Synagogue, Chinese Fishing Nets, St. Francis Church, and Local Spices Market. In the evening, enjoy the colourful performing art of Kathakali Dance. Overnight stay in Cochin.

Enjoy a sumptuous breakfast and take a drive to Munnar. Enjoy spectacular vistas of cardamom and spice plantations, explore aromatic oil factories, see endangered species, & so much more.

Check in at the hotel. Later, proceed towards the Tea Museum where you can learn and get insights into the history of tea plantations in the region. From here, visit Echo Point, Mattupetty Dam & Flower Garden. Overnight stay in Munnar.

Accommodation

SpiceTree Munnar top view

SpiceTree Munnar

SpiceTree Munnar is perfect for those who want to enjoy exclusivity amidst nature without compromising on luxuries and comforts. Situated in the gorgeous Muttukadu and Kumbappara hills of Munnar, every suite provides wonderful views of the surrounding natural landscapes. Here you get a spa and wellness centre, an infinity pool, and a fitness centre, among other facilities.

On this day, explore the beautiful tea and cardamom plantations that decorate the pretty hills of Munnar. Learn about the tea and coffee making process - from the time you see first shoots till you bag and distribute all over the world. In the afternoon, take a hike through the misty plantations or simply relax at your hotel and appreciate the cool air of the hills. The other option is you visit the Rajmalai Wildlife Sanctuary - it is believed to be the only sanctuary in India where Indian Ibex are found and later head to Kannan Devan Hill. Enjoy panoramic views of Tea Estates and the Lake of Munnar. Overnight stay in Munnar.

Note: Eravikulam National Park (& Rajamalai National Park) is closed from 5th January till 5th April every year.

Have your breakfast, take the drive to Thekkady (Periyar), on arrival, check-in at the hotel. Spend the remainder of the day at leisure. Overnight stay in Thekkady.

Accommodation

Amritara Shalimar Spice Garden Resort & Spa

Amritara Shalimar Spice Garden Resort & Spa

This amazing 4* hotel is located amidst the cool mountains of Thekkady and surrounded by beautiful green tea plantations. It has an outdoor pool and 2 dining options. You are going to have a truly immersive nature experience as you will find pepper vines passing across the room balconies and butterflies fluttering just outside your windows.

Have your breakfast and go for a full day sightseeing tour of Periyar. Located in the high ranges of the Western Ghats, Periyar National Park is famous for its population of wild elephants who usually frolic at the picturesque lake at the heart of the sanctuary. Witness them playfully bathing and swimming here. Besides, you can sight wild boar, gaur, sambhar, gaur, and sloth bear. Next, head for a spice plantation tour. Overnight stay in Thekkady.

Enjoy your breakfast and drive to Alleppey and board your houseboat once you arrive. Enjoy your time cruising through the beautiful and scenic Kerala backwaters during your time on the houseboat. Overnight stay on the houseboat.

Accommodation

Blue Jelly Cruises

Blue Jelly Cruises

It is the best choice of cruise to explore the Alleppey backwaters during your Kerala tour. On board you get a spa, game centre, restaurant, & much more. The rooms provided are spacious, well-furnished and loaded with all the luxury amenities for a comfortable holiday experience. Enjoy mesmerising views of the Alleppey from the comfort of your room.

First, have your breakfast and then check out at 10:00 a.m. and depart for the city of Kumarakom, located in the centre of most sought-after Kerala backwaters and lagoons. When you arrive, check in at the hotel and spend the day at leisure. Enjoy a sunset cruise in the evening from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Overnight stay at the resort.

Accommodation

kumarakom lake resort

Kumarakom Lake Resort

One of the finest luxury heritage resorts across India, Kumarakom Lake Resort is beautifully on the tranquil banks of the famous Lake Vembanad Lake, a major Kerala attraction. The accommodation has also won accolades for being India's Leading Resort. Here you get the Ayurveda Spa, Ayurman; several swimming pools; multi-cuisines restaurants; health club; & much more for a comfortable stay experience.

The day hours are at leisure at the resort. Enjoy a range of inhouse facilities accessible to the guest. In the evening, enjoy a sunset cruise at around 5:00 pm on the Vembanad Lake. Overnight stay is at the backwater resort.

Time to leave but take back loads of amazing memories from the trip. Have your breakfast and check out. Head for Cochin. According to your flight timings, you can spend some time for last-minute shopping and sightseeings. Next, you will be taken to Cochin International Airport to go ahead with your onward journey.

Prices

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0203 023 7776

2025

Lowest

Oct

£1,819

Nov

£1,819

Dec

£1,979

2026

Lowest

Jan

£1,819

Feb

£1,869

Mar

£1,869

Apr

£1,859

May

£1,889

Jun

£1,979

Jul

£2,249

Aug

£2,249

Sep

£1,979

Oct

£2,019

Nov

£2,019

Dec

£2,259

2027

Jan

£2,099

Lowest

Feb

£2,039

Mar

£2,069

Apr

£2,119

May

£2,079

Jun

£2,159

Jul

£2,449

Aug

£2,449

Sep

£2,159

Oct

£2,199

Nov

£2,199

Dec

£2,459

Please note that all prices are based on double occupancy and are quoted as starting from the lowest available rate.

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