Full circuit
Complete Kerala Explorer
Photo: Ingo Mehling (CC BY-SA 4.0), via Wikimedia Commons
Route · 3 stops
Overview
Our deepest Kerala itinerary, adding Cochin’s colonial old quarter and extra time in both Munnar and Alleppey for travelers who want the complete "God’s Own Country" experience.
- Fort Kochi’s Chinese fishing nets and colonial quarter
- 3 nights in Munnar’s tea hills
- A 2-night backwater houseboat and resort combination
- A traditional Kathakali dance performance
Itinerary
Day by day
Arrive Cochin
Fort Kochi sightseeing, evening Kathakali performance.
Meals BreakfastOvernight Cochin
Cochin to Munnar
Scenic drive into the hills.
Meals BreakfastOvernight Munnar
Munnar sightseeing
Tea factory, Eravikulam National Park.
Meals BreakfastOvernight Munnar
Munnar at leisure
Optional Top Station viewpoint drive.
Meals BreakfastOvernight Munnar
Munnar to Alleppey
Drive down to the backwaters.
Meals BreakfastOvernight Alleppey (houseboat)
Backwater cruise
A full day on the water.
Meals Breakfast, LunchOvernight Alleppey
Alleppey at leisure
Resort time or optional Ayurveda massage.
Meals BreakfastOvernight Alleppey
Depart via Cochin
Transfer to the airport.
Meals Breakfast
Gallery
Places on this tour
Included
- 7 nights’ accommodation including 1 on a houseboat
- Daily breakfast
- Private vehicle throughout
- Kathakali performance ticket
- Tea factory and national park entry
Not included
- Flights
- Ayurveda treatment charges
- Non-specified lunches and dinners
- Travel insurance
What to pack
- Layered clothing
- Comfortable walking shoes
- A modest outfit for temple areas in Fort Kochi
Cancellation policy
Cancellations made 30 or more days before departure receive a full refund minus a processing fee. Cancellations 15-29 days before departure are subject to a 50% charge. Cancellations within 14 days of departure, or no-shows, are non-refundable.
Terms
Rates are per person on a twin-sharing basis unless otherwise noted, and are subject to availability at the time of confirmation. Hotel categories listed are indicative; we will confirm the exact named property in writing before final payment.
Questions
About this tour
A centuries-old Kerala classical dance-drama form, performed in elaborate costume and makeup — most tourist venues include a pre-show demonstration of the makeup process.