Day 01 | Arrival in Cochin & Local Heritage Stroll

Arrive at Cochin International Airport or Railway Station, where you will be met by our representative and escorted to your hotel for check-in. Once refreshed, embark on a tour of historic Fort Kochi. Stroll past the iconic cantilevered Chinese Fishing Nets lining the harbor, visit St. Francis Church, and explore the bustling lanes of Jew Town and the Dutch Palace at Mattancherry. Conclude your evening with a leisurely sunset walk along the bustling promenade of Marine Drive overlooking the backwaters. Overnight stay in Cochin.

Day 02 | Cochin to Munnar via Scenic Waterfalls

After breakfast, check out and begin your picturesque drive into the misty heights of the Western Ghats toward Munnar (approx. 4 hours). Along the way, make scenic roadside stops at the cascading Cheeyappara and Valara waterfalls, surrounded by dense subtropical forests and lush hillsides. As you ascend, marvel at the expanding carpets of emerald tea plantations. Upon reaching Munnar, check into your resort and spend a relaxed evening soaking in the crisp mountain air. Overnight stay in Munnar.

Day 03 | Munnar Full-Day Hill & Wildlife Exploration

Head out after breakfast for a comprehensive sightseeing tour of Munnar. Begin with an early morning visit to Eravikulam National Park, home to the endangered Nilgiri Tahr and rolling shola grasslands. Later, visit the KDHP Tea Museum to gain insight into the century-old history of tea manufacturing and processing in the region. Continue past the scenic reservoir at Mattupetty Dam, stop to hear your voice rebound across the forested slopes at Echo Point, and take photographs around Kundala Lake before returning to your resort. Overnight stay in Munnar.

Day 04 | Munnar to Thekkady | Cardamom Hills & Spice Trails

Check out post-breakfast and embark on a winding 3-hour journey through the scenic Cardamom Hills to Thekkady (Kumily). Check into your resort and freshen up. In the afternoon, take an educational guided walking tour through an aromatic spice plantation to see how black pepper, cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves are grown. In the evening, witness a traditional Kathakali dance drama or a high-energy Kalaripayattu martial arts show, followed by a stroll through the local spice and tea markets. Overnight stay in Thekkady.

Day 05 | Thekkady to Alleppey | Houseboat Cruise & Backwaters

Savor an early breakfast (with an optional morning boat safari inside the Periyar Tiger Reserve) before driving down toward Alleppey (approx. 4 hours). Arrive by midday and board your traditional Kerala houseboat (*Kettuvallam*). Cruise peacefully along palm-fringed village canals, vast lagoons, and emerald paddy fields. Savor freshly prepared local Kerala meals on board as you witness everyday life unfold along the waterways, concluding with a tranquil overnight stay on the water.

Day 06 | Alleppey to Cochin & Departure

Wake up to the soft morning light over the backwaters and enjoy a freshly prepared breakfast on board. Disembark the houseboat around 9:00 AM, complete check-out, and embark on a comfortable 2.5-hour drive back to Cochin. Depending on your departure schedule, take time for last-minute souvenir shopping for spices, chips, and handicrafts before transferring to Cochin International Airport or Railway Station for your onward journey home.