Trip to God's Own Country : Munnar- Kumarakom- Alleppey
4 Nights 5 Days
Overview
Experience the natural splendor of Kerala with lush tea gardens, tranquil backwaters, and scenic hill stations. Begin with Munnar’s rolling hills, dams, and tea estates, followed by a serene stay in Kumarakom by the Vembanad Lake. Conclude your journey with a mesmerizing houseboat cruise in Alleppey, enjoying Kerala’s famous backwaters, traditional cuisine, and peaceful surroundings. This itinerary blends sightseeing, leisure, and cultural immersion for a perfect South India getaway.
Day-wise Itinerary:
Day 1 – Arrival & Transfer to Munnar
- Arrive at Cochin Airport or Railway Station and meet your tour representative.
- Transfer to Munnar (approx. 3 hours), with a stop at Cheeyappara Falls (seven-tiered cascade).
- Check in at the hotel and relax amidst tea plantations.
- Overnight stay in Munnar.
Day 2 – Munnar Sightseeing
- Breakfast at the hotel. Visit Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, and Kundala Dam (optional paddle boating).
- Explore sprawling tea gardens and optionally tour a Tea Museum.
- Return to hotel for overnight stay in Munnar.
Day 3 – Munnar to Kumarakom
- Check out after breakfast and drive to Kumarakom (approx. 4–4.5 hours). Check in at the hotel/resort.
- Evening at leisure to enjoy serene views of Vembanad Lake.
- Overnight stay in Kumarakom.
Day 4 – Kumarakom to Alleppey Houseboat
- Check out in the morning and drive to Alleppey (approx. 1 hour).
- Board the houseboat for a 21-hour backwater cruise, including lunch, snacks, and dinner onboard.
- Overnight stay on the houseboat.
Day 5 – Houseboat Checkout & Departure
- Disembark after breakfast on the houseboat and check out.
- Transfer to Cochin Airport or Railway Station (approx. 1 hour).
End of tour.
Inclusions
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Meet-and-greet service at Cochin Airport/Railway Station on arrival
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Private air-conditioned transfers: Kochi → Munnar → Kumarakom → Alleppey → Kochi (including driver allowance, fuel, tolls, parking, and applicable taxes)
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Accommodation : 2 nights in Munnar, 1 night in Kumarakom, 1 night on the houseboat in Alleppey
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Daily breakfast at hotels
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Meals onboard houseboat: lunch, evening tea/snacks, dinner, and breakfast
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Sightseeing as per itinerary (Cheeyappara Falls, Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, Kundala Dam, tea gardens)
Exclusions
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5% GST
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Air/train fare to/from Kochi
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Entry fees to dams, parks, museums, and any other attractions
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Optional activities (paddle boating, additional boat rides, Tea Museum tour, etc.)
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Lunch and dinner at hotels
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Sightseeing other than mentioned in the itinerary
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Tips, travel insurance, personal expenses, early check-in/late check-out charges
