Kerala Classic: 8 Nights of Tea Hills & Backwater Canals

Trade the city for 8 nights across Cochin, Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey — mornings in Munnar's misty tea gardens, afternoons on an Alleppey houseboat drifting through

About This Trip

Kerala unfolds like a slow exhale — backwater canals threading through paddy fields, mist-draped hill stations, spice-scented forests, and a coastline that glitters between Arabian Sea sunsets and coconut palms. This 8-night, 9-day itinerary covers Cochin, Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey, Kovalam and Poovar with 3 Star properties accommodation throughout. Daily breakfast is included at every hotel, so every morning starts well regardless of where you are. Transfers between cities and to all sightseeing sites are arranged from the moment you arrive to the moment you depart.

What You Will See

The sightseeing programme covers Fort Cochin, Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue, St. Francis Church, Chinese Fishing Nets, Guruvayur, and more along the way. Each site is visited with an expert local guide who knows the stories behind the stones and the best times to visit before the midday heat sets in.

Accommodation

Your hotels are 3 Star properties selected for location and quality. In a heritage city, a well-chosen 3-star property often means a haveli conversion or a business hotel within walking distance of the main sites. In a resort destination, the same category delivers a pool, structured meals, and a helpful front desk that genuinely knows the area. You sleep well; you wake up ready.

Meals

Daily breakfast is included at every hotel. On days when additional meals are on your own, your guide will point you toward the right local restaurants — the ones that have been feeding travellers for decades rather than just opening last season. Kerala's food culture is one of its underrated gifts: Kerala sadya on banana leaves, appam with stew, fresh seafood at Fort Kochi, and cardamom tea in Munnar.

Book Your Dates

Departures run across multiple dates with flexible pricing. Confirm your travel dates early — Kerala packages in this range fill up quickly around festival seasons and school holidays.

Trip Highlights

• 3 Star hotel stays across all 8 nights
• Daily breakfast served at every hotel
• Guided visits to Fort Cochin, Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue
• Overnight houseboat stay on Alleppey's backwater canals
• Spice garden tour in Thekkady's Periyar forest

Day 1: Arrive Cochin

Arrive in Cochin and transfer to your hotel. If time allows, step out for a first look at Fort Cochin — Erstwhile administration center of Dutch, Portuguese and British, Fort Kochi is known for its incredible architecture. D... | Dutch Palace, also known. The evening is yours to settle in, explore a nearby market, and enjoy your first dinner in Cochin.

Day 2: Cochin — Guruvayur

Today visits Guruvayur — Guruvayur is home to ancient Krishna Temple, which is also called the Dwaraka of the South. Located in Thrissur district. Return to your Cochin hotel for the evening.

Day 3: Cochin — Journey On

After breakfast, check out and travel to the next destination. En route there may be opportunities to stop at local viewpoints — your driver-guide will know the best spots.

Day 4: Munnar — Tata Tea Museum

Today visits Tata Tea Museum — On your holiday in Munnar, visit a one-of-a-kind tea museum - the Tata Tea Museum, which was set up to cater to tea afic... | The first national park. The afternoon continues to Eravikulam National Park, Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point. Return to your Munnar hotel for the evening.

Day 5: Munnar — Periyar Lake

Today visits Periyar Lake — A beautiful artificial lake amidst the lush Periyar Tiger Reserve, Periyar lake is a famous attraction that often witnes... | Kalaripayattu or Kalari,. The afternoon continues to Kathakali show(Ticket Separate), Kalari Show. Return to your Munnar hotel for the evening.

Day 6: Munnar — Journey On

After breakfast, check out and travel to the next destination. En route there may be opportunities to stop at local viewpoints — your driver-guide will know the best spots.

Day 7: Thekkady — Hawa Beach

Today visits Hawa Beach — Considered as one of the most beautiful beaches of Kovalam, Hawa beach is lined with beautiful palm groves lending the p... | One of the three famous. The afternoon continues to Lighthouse Beach. Return to your Thekkady hotel for the evening.

Day 8: Thekkady — Journey On

After breakfast, check out and travel to the next destination. En route there may be opportunities to stop at local viewpoints — your driver-guide will know the best spots.

Day 9: Alleppey — Full Day Sightseeing

Today is entirely given to Alleppey. Morning visits to Houseboat cruise through Kuttanad paddy backwaters, then Alappuzha beach and the 1862 lighthouse at the shore after lunch. If the schedule permits, end with Punnamada Lake at sunset and local toddy shop seafood. Dinner at the hotel.

Inclusions

• 3-star hotel accommodation — SOLO INN BY HAWK HOSPITALITY (2 nights)
• 3-star hotel accommodation — Lake Forest Munnar By Hawk Hospitality (2 nights)
• 3-star hotel accommodation — Hotel Sandra Palace (1 nights)
• 3-star hotel accommodation — Vembanad Village Backwater Resort (1 nights)
• 3-star hotel accommodation — Cilantro By The Sea (2 nights)
• Airport pickup and drop transfers
• Intercity transfers by AC vehicle
• Meals as per itinerary
• 10 activity passes (as per itinerary)