An idyllic South India escape: colonial spice ports, endless emerald Munnar tea hills, fragrant Thekkady spice plantations, a private luxury Alleppey houseboat, and peaceful palm beaches.
This 7-day tour captures everything that makes Kerala one of the world's most cherished travel destinations. From breathing the crisp mountain air amidst Munnar’s tea slopes to unwinding on your private luxury Kettuvallam houseboat gliding past remote villages.
Travel in the complete comfort of your dedicated air-conditioned vehicle with a courteous, verified driver and enjoy authentic South Indian culinary experiences with every stay.
Welcome to Kerala! Arrival at Cochin International Airport (COK). Transfer to your boutique heritage hotel in Fort Kochi. In the late afternoon, witness the Chinese Fishing Nets and attend an authentic Kathakali classical dance performance with live makeup demonstration.
Scenic mountain drive towards Munnar (approx. 4 hours) through rubber plantations and pepper vines. Stop at the gushing Cheeyappara and Valara waterfalls. Check in to your mountain resort surrounded by misty tea gardens.
Morning visit to Eravikulam National Park to spot the endangered Nilgiri Tahr mountain goats. Afternoon visit to the Tata Tea Museum, Mattupetty Dam, and Echo Point with panoramic tea plantation vistas.
Drive to Thekkady through fragrant spice-growing hills. Enjoy a guided walk through organic cardamom, cinnamon, and pepper plantations. In the afternoon, embark on a boat safari across Lake Periyar to spot wild elephants and birdlife.
Drive down to the emerald backwaters of Alleppey. Board your traditional private AC houseboat (Kettuvallam) at midday. Enjoy a freshly prepared Kerala lunch onboard as you cruise through peaceful lagoons, paddy fields, and canal villages. Dinner and overnight stay on the water.
Enjoy breakfast as your boat cruises toward the jetty. Disembark and take a short drive to Marari Beach. Check into a beachfront coconut grove resort. Afternoon at leisure for Ayurvedic massage, relaxing by the Arabian Sea, or watching local fishermen.
Enjoy a relaxed seaside breakfast. Private chauffeur transfer to Cochin International Airport (COK) for your flight home, carrying refreshing memories of God’s Own Country.
