Day 1: Arrival in Kochi – Local Sightseeing

Overnight stay in Kochi

Upon arrival at Kochi International Airport or the railway station, meet your private driver and transfer to your hotel. After check-in and some relaxation, explore the historic city of Kochi, known for its colonial architecture, vibrant culture, and coastal charm.

Visit Fort Kochi, the iconic Chinese Fishing Nets, St. Francis Church, and the historic streets of Mattancherry. You may also explore Jew Town and the famous Mattancherry Palace, subject to opening hours. Enjoy a leisurely evening by the waterfront before returning to your hotel.

Day 2: Kochi to Munnar – Scenic Hill Drive

Overnight stay in Munnar

After breakfast, depart for Munnar, a beautiful hill station surrounded by rolling tea plantations, misty mountains, and lush green valleys. The drive offers picturesque landscapes, winding mountain roads, and opportunities to stop for photographs.

En route, enjoy views of Cheeyappara and Valara waterfalls when conditions permit, along with scenic viewpoints along the way. Upon arrival in Munnar, check in to your hotel and relax amid the cool mountain atmosphere. Spend the evening at leisure.

Day 3: Munnar – Tea Gardens and Mountain Attractions

Overnight stay in Munnar

After breakfast, enjoy a full day of sightseeing in Munnar. Visit the famous tea plantations and a tea museum, where you can learn about the region’s tea-growing heritage and production process.

Continue to Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, and Kundala Lake for beautiful mountain scenery and photography. If time and seasonal access permit, visit Eravikulam National Park, known for its high-altitude grasslands and Nilgiri tahr. Return to your hotel in the evening after a refreshing day in the hills.

Day 4: Munnar to Thekkady – Wildlife and Spice Plantations

Overnight stay in Thekkady

After breakfast, drive to Thekkady, a destination famous for its lush forests, spice plantations, and natural beauty. On arrival, check in to your hotel and enjoy some leisure time.

Later, explore a local spice plantation to learn about the cultivation of cardamom, pepper, cinnamon, and other spices. Depending on availability, you may choose an optional Periyar Lake boat ride, a guided nature walk, or a cultural performance featuring traditional Kerala art forms. Return to your hotel for a relaxing evening.

Day 5: Thekkady to Alleppey – Backwater Experience

Overnight stay in Alleppey

After breakfast, travel to Alleppey, also known as Alappuzha, a charming destination famous for its network of canals, lagoons, and palm-fringed backwaters.

On arrival, board a traditional Kerala houseboat if included in your selected package, or check in to a backwater resort. Enjoy a relaxing cruise through scenic waterways, passing traditional villages, paddy fields, coconut groves, and local fishing communities. Experience the peaceful atmosphere of Kerala’s countryside and savor authentic local cuisine according to your meal plan.

Day 6: Alleppey to Kochi – Leisure and Coastal Charm

Overnight stay in Kochi

Enjoy breakfast and some peaceful moments beside the backwaters. If staying on a houseboat, check-out is generally in the morning according to the operator’s schedule. Continue your private drive to Kochi.

Depending on your interests and available time, explore local markets, shop for spices and handicrafts, visit additional cultural attractions, or relax at your hotel. The evening is free for personal activities, a waterfront stroll, or a traditional Kerala dinner.

Day 7: Departure from Kochi

After breakfast, check out from your hotel. Your private driver will transfer you to Kochi International Airport or the railway station for your onward journey.

Depart with wonderful memories of South India’s scenic mountains, tea gardens, wildlife, rich cultural heritage, and peaceful backwaters.