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Kerala 4 Nights / 5 Days

The complete Kerala experience in five days — Munnar’s misty tea-covered hills, Thekkady’s Periyar wildlife, Alleppey’s houseboat backwaters, and Cochin’s spice-scented history. The most popular Kerala package.

★★★★★ 4.9 / 5  —  Rated Excellent on TripAdvisor
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Kerala — 4 Nights & 5 Days — 3 Nights & 4 Days
Cochin
Day 1 · Arrive
Munnar
Days 1–3 · 2 nights
Thekkady
Day 3–4 · 1 night
Alleppey
Day 4–5 · Houseboat
Cochin
Day 5 · Depart
Houseboat Stay
Alleppey overnight
Tea Estates
Munnar highlands
Eravikulam Park
Nilgiri Tahr
Private Guide
English-speaking
AC Car
All transfers
Free Cancel
24 hrs before

Day-by-Day Itinerary

1
Cochin Arrival → Drive to Munnar
~4.5 hrs drive · Cheeyappara & Valara Waterfalls · Munnar hotel check-in
Cochin Arrival → Drive to Munnar
Cochin Airport Pickup
Our representative receives you at Cochin Airport or Railway Station. Begin the scenic drive to Munnar — a hill station 140 km northeast, roughly 4.5 hours through winding mountain roads.
Cheeyappara & Valara Waterfalls (en route)
Twin seasonal cascades tumbling down sheer rockfaces beside the road, along with the Karadippara viewpoint and roadside tea gardens — a worthwhile stop on the climb into the hills.
Arrive Munnar — Hotel Check-in
Check in to your Munnar hotel. The cool mountain air and the smell of tea is immediate. Rest, or take an evening stroll through the town.
 🌙 Overnight in Munnar (Night 1 of 2)
2
Munnar Sightseeing
Mattupetty Dam · Kundala Lake · Echo Point · Eravikulam National Park · Tea Museum
Munnar Sightseeing
Mattupetty Dam & Kundala Lake
Mattupetty reservoir offers a serene boating experience surrounded by eucalyptus-covered hills; nearby Kundala Lake has a distinctive arch dam and a rose garden.
Echo Point
A natural phenomenon point where your voice bounces back across the valley — surrounded by mist, tea estates and mountain ridges.
Eravikulam National Park (Rajamala)
Home to the endangered Nilgiri Tahr, found only in the Western Ghats, across the open grassland and shola forest of the Anamalai Hills. (The park closes during the Tahr calving season, usually Jan–Mar.)
Blossom Park & Tata Tea Museum
The Tea Museum traces a century of Munnar’s tea culture; Blossom Park is a landscaped riverside garden — an easy afternoon.
 🌙 Overnight in Munnar (Night 2 of 2)
3
Munnar → Thekkady
~3.5 hrs drive (110 km) · Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary · Spice plantations
Munnar → Thekkady
Drive Munnar → Thekkady (~3.5 hrs)
After breakfast, check out and drive 110 km to Thekkady — gateway to the Periyar Tiger Reserve and the heart of Kerala’s spice country.
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
Set around Periyar Lake, the reserve is home to elephants, bison, deer and rich birdlife. An optional boat cruise on the lake is the classic way to see it.
Spice Plantations & Optional Activities
Walk a working cardamom, pepper and clove plantation. Optional elephant safari, Kathakali and Kalaripayattu cultural shows, and Ayurvedic massage are available in the evening.
 🌙 Overnight in Thekkady (Night 1 of 1)
4
Thekkady → Alleppey — Houseboat Overnight
~4 hrs drive (145 km) · Kettuvallam check-in · Backwater cruise
Thekkady → Alleppey — Houseboat Overnight
Drive Thekkady → Alleppey (~4 hrs, 145 km)
After breakfast, check out and drive down from the spice hills to the Alleppey backwaters.
Kerala Houseboat Check-in (12 noon)
Board your traditional kettuvallam for an overnight cruise through the backwaters.
Backwater Cruise
Welcome drink, lunch, evening tea and dinner are served on board; the boat anchors by 5 pm near the shore per government regulations.
 🌑 Overnight on houseboat in Alleppey (Night 1 of 1)
5
Alleppey → Cochin — Departure
~2 hrs drive (70 km) · Breakfast on board · Transfer to Cochin
Alleppey → Cochin — Departure
Breakfast on the Houseboat
Disembark by 9 am after a final backwater breakfast.
Drive Alleppey → Cochin (~70 km)
Transfer to Cochin for your onward journey.
Transfer to Cochin Airport / Station
Tour ends with cherished memories of Kerala — 4 Nights & 5 Days.
 ✈ Tour ends at Cochin Airport or Railway Station

Inclusions & Exclusions

✓  Included
  • ✓ Private AC car Cochin–Munnar–Thekkady–Alleppey–Cochin
  • ✓ English-speaking licensed guide throughout
  • ✓ Traditional Kerala houseboat (1 night) with all meals on board
  • ✓ Bottled mineral water throughout
  • ✓ All vehicle, toll and driver expenses
  • ✓ All applicable taxes
✕  Not Included
  • ✗ Hotel in Munnar (arranged on request — 3★/4★/5★)
  • ✗ Monument and park entry fees (advised in advance)
  • ✗ Meals in Munnar and Cochin
  • ✗ Tips for guides and drivers
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Traveller Reviews

★★★★★

“Five days felt perfect for Kerala — enough time to not rush a single place. Thekkady’s Periyar Lake boat at dawn was extraordinary. The houseboat night in Alleppey is non-negotiable. Perfect Agra Tours arranged everything seamlessly.”

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Ananya P.
Kerala 4N/5D · TripAdvisor, Jan 2025
★★★★★

“Perfect pacing for five days. The drive to Munnar through the waterfalls set the tone — everything was unhurried and properly arranged. The houseboat crew were wonderful. The cooking on board was the best food of the trip.”

R
Rajan K.
Kerala — 4 Nights & 5 Days · TripAdvisor, Feb 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

September to March is ideal — the post-monsoon season when Kerala is intensely green and the weather is cool and pleasant. October to February is peak season. April to June is warm but manageable. July and August are monsoon months — dramatic and beautiful, but some attractions are weather-affected.

A traditional kettuvallam — a flat-bottomed boat originally used to transport rice, converted into a floating home with bedrooms, a kitchen, and a deck. Constructed from wooden planks stitched with coir (coconut fibre rope), sealed with cashew-nut oil. No nails. The crew prepare Kerala cuisine from local ingredients. Cruising the Alleppey backwaters on one is considered among the finest travel experiences in India.

The park closes annually for a period during the calving season of the Nilgiri Tahr (usually January to March). We advise on exact dates when you enquire. The park is best visited October to December and April to June.

Yes — we can extend to 4N/5D or longer, swap Alleppey for Kovalam, add Thekkady (Periyar Wildlife Reserve) for spice plantation and boat safari, or combine with the Golden Triangle in North India. Tell us what interests you.

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