Kerala Backwaters with Hill-Stations
Tour Overview
The Kerala Backwaters with Hill-Stations is a private, customizable India itinerary covering Cochin · Munnar · Thekkady · Kumarakom · Houseboat · Kochi. Duration: 06 Nights / 07 Days. The day-by-day plan below covers 7 days of sightseeing, transfers and stays — tell us your travel dates and group size and we'll tailor it further.
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Detailed Itinerary
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Day 1 — Arrival at Cochin
Welcome to hill-stations of Kerala !!! Upon your arrival at Kochi airport, you will receive a garland welcome form MR Bharat Holidays. After arrival, you will be transfer to the hotel. Check-in at the hotel, refresh yourself and then leave to explore the famous attractions of Kochi.
Some of the places to explore in Kochi include of Chinese Fishing Nets, St. Francis Church, Santa Cruz Basilica, Jewish Synagogue, Mattancherry Palace/Dutch Palace and many more. Later in the evening, enjoy dinner at any famous restaurant in the city. After dinner, stay overnight at the hotel.
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Day 2 — Kochi - Munnar
Enjoy the breakfast in the morning and then we leave for Munnar. Munnar is one of the famous hill stations of Kerala. It is approximately 158 kilometers from Kochi and around three hours journey.
Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. Later explore waterfalls of Cheeyappara and enjoy your time there. Also visit Blossom Garden in the evening. After dinner, stay overnight at the hotel.
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Day 3 — Munnar sightseeing
The 3rd of the tour will go into exploring famous attractions of Munnar. Enjoy the breakfast and then visit Eravikulam National Park where you will spot many wildlife creatures.
In the afternoon, enjoy lunch and then visit Shola forests to witness wide variety of birds. Later, visit Echo point.
In the evening, visit tea gardens where you will find thick greenery all around you. Later enjoy dinner and then stay overnight at the hotel.
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Day 4 — Munnar - Thekkady
Enjoy the breakfast and then we leave for next destination of the tour which is Thekkady. The distance between two places is near about 110 kilometers. Thekkady is another famous hill station in Kerala.
Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. Thekkady is also famous for like Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. Visit Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary to witness wide variety of wildlife animals and beauty birds. In the evening, visit Spice Plantation. After dinner, stay overnight the hotel.
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Day 5 — Thekkady - Kumarakom
After breakfast, you will leave for Kumarakom whch is around 130 kilometers form Thekkady. The main mode of transportation to reach Kumarakom is through boats.
Upon arrival, check-in at the resort/hotel. Later visit Bird Sanctuary where one can find wide variety of birds including cuckoo, wild duck, egrets, darters, herons, teal and many others. After dinner, stay overnight at the resort/hotel.
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Day 6 — Kumarakom - Houseboat
Today, you will leave to get the experience of Kerala Backwater and houseboat stay. It is the unique product of the state and not found anywhere else in the universe.
Rest of the day is at leisure to enjoy your day with Kerala backwaters and enormous beauty of nature. After dinner, stay overnight at the houseboat.
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Day 7 — Houseboat - Kochi (departure)
Kerala backwaters tour with Hill-stations comes to an end today. After breakfast, you will move to Kochi and then transfer to airport to board a flight for next destination.
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- 05 Nights? accommodation in hotel
- 01 night accommodation in houseboat
- Daily breakfast at Hotel
- All meals at houseboat
- Transfers by A/C Car
- Sightseeing as per itinerary
- All taxes
Exclusions
- Any travel insurance
- Tips, laundry, telephone calls, etc??
- Extra meals and beverages
- All entrance fees
- Any Optional activities like Boating, Trekking, Paragliding, Jungle Safari, Elephant Safari, Kath Kali Show and Ayurvedic Massage Etc.
- Anything else not mentioned in the package inclusions
Why Choose This Tour?
- Covers real, on-the-ground India travel experience
- Well-paced, comfortable itinerary
- Fully customizable to your dates and budget
- Suitable for families, couples and groups
- Local, English-speaking support throughout
FAQs
How many days is the Kerala Backwaters with Hill-Stations?
This itinerary runs 06 Nights / 07 Days, and can be shortened or extended to fit your schedule.
Can this tour be customized?
Yes — every itinerary on this site is a starting point. Tell us your dates, budget and interests and we'll tailor the plan, hotels and pace to suit you.
Are the hotels included?
Accommodation is included as listed under Inclusions above; we can adjust the hotel category (standard, deluxe or luxury) to your preference.
Is this a private tour?
Yes, this is a private, chauffeur-driven itinerary for your group — not a shared coach tour.
How do I get a quote?
Use the form on this page, WhatsApp us, or call our travel desk — we typically respond with a personalized quote within one business day.