About this trip
This week-long route through Kerala moves from hill country to backwaters to coast, taking in the state's tea-covered slopes, wildlife reserves and canal networks along the way.
You'll spend time in Munnar's hills, look for wildlife around Periyar, drift through Kumarakom's backwaters and overnight on a houseboat in Alleppey, before finishing on the beach at Kovalam.
It's a varied, slower-paced trip that suits couples or families wanting a mix of nature, culture and downtime rather than a packed sightseeing schedule.
What you'll do
- Take in the tea plantations and hills of Munnar
- Look for wildlife at Periyar sanctuary
- Cruise the backwaters of Kumarakom
- Stay overnight on a traditional houseboat in Alleppey
- Relax on the white sand beaches of Kovalam
- Covers several regions in seven days, so expect regular changes of base
- Suits couples and families looking for a mix of nature and relaxation rather than a fast-paced itinerary
Worth it if you value personalized service and reliable logistics. Think twice if you need spontaneity or prefer independent exploration.
- Driver goes genuinely out of his way—sourcing local snacks, tweaking itinerary on the fly, solving real problems.
- Tour operator handles coordination seamlessly; accommodation and logistics work as promised, freeing you to relax.
- This is a structured, guided experience with pre-arranged stops—not ideal if you want to wander and discover alone.
- Reviews don't mention costs, inclusions beyond 'everything advertised', or what happens if you want to deviate significantly.
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Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Kochi (Cochin) · 20 Jul – 21 Jul
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