About This Tour
The Kerala Backwaters and Hill Stations Tour is an ideal combination of the misty mountains, lush green tea gardens, peaceful backwaters and rich cultural heritage. The route is well planned leading the tourists through the most beautiful areas of Kerala—freshly Western Ghats and all serene backwaters. It begins in the ancient portion of Kochi before traveling on to the picturesque hill stations of Munnar and Thekkady featuring lush rolling tea plantation forests, spice gardens and breathtaking vistas. The tour also entails a visit to the beautiful backwaters of Alleppey and Kumarakom, where by one can feast on the tranquil countryside of Kerala, hemmed by the palm trees and waters.
The visitors can take a beautiful drive through green valleys, catch a view of the tea garden, wildlife, a cruise down quiet backwaters and experience the true French hospitality of Kerala. Guaranteed Kerala Backwaters and Hill stations Tour by Namaskar India Tour is a guaranteed Holiday with tons of nature, relaxation and enriching cultural values, which is going to remain with you forever.
Trip Highlights
- Ark the old town of Kochi and the famous places of the town.
- Call the beautiful scenic Hill station, Munnar and Tea plantations.
- Have majestic views of the waterfalls, valleys and misty mountains.
- Visit the spice garden, feast on the beauty of nature at Thekkady.
- Enjoy a serene experience at “Periyar” which is the destination.
- Spend a cosy night in the middle of the beauty of Kerala's backwaters.
- Have a traditional house boat cruise in Alleppey.
- Visit to the peaceful place of back water Kumakom.
- Relish the genuine taste of Kerala and hospitality of Kerala.
- Take in beautiful drives, lush vegetation and scenic views.
Included/Exclude
Included
- Hotel accommodation
- Daily breakfast
- Sightseeing and transfers
- Transfers with an English language speaking driver and guide
- All toll taxes, parking cost and government taxes
Exclude
- Airfare (international & domestic)
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Lunches and dinners
- Monument entrance fees
- The cost of using a picture camera or video recording device.
- Money spent on weather & transportation related expenses due to weather.
Tour Itinerary
Discover a carefully curated journey that covers the must-see highlights and hidden gems of India. Our itinerary is designed to balance sightseeing with relaxation, giving you an authentic cultural experience while ensuring a smooth and comfortable travel schedule.
From bustling cities to serene landscapes, each day has been thoughtfully planned to provide memorable experiences, local interactions, and seamless travel across destinations.
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Day-1 You will first reach Kochi
On arrival at Kochi Airport, greet our driver and drive to your hotel. Once you are checked-in and have relaxed a bit, head on the tour of the beautiful city of Kochi. Visit the popular attractions like Fort Kochi, Chinese Fishing Nets and St. Francis Church. Walk along the colonial streets, and be awestruck by the Portuguese, Dutch and British influences of the area. Enjoy the evening, while relaxing in the city. Overnights at Kochi.
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Day-2 From Kochi to Munnar
On rise after breakfast towards one of the most beautiful hill cities of Kerala – Munnar. The ride is along the twisting paths through spice gardens, waterfalls and breathtaking valleys. Upon arrival make a quick visit to the hotel, and once awhile in the cool mountain air. In the evening enjoy a relaxed walk around the local market; have a chilly evening but admire the colourful ambience. One Night Stay at Munner.
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Day-3 Munnar Sightseeing
After breakfast, and the full day sightseeing tour to Munnar. Visit the famous tea gardens on rolling hills, overlook breathtaking views of the mountains from all of the gardens.
Visit Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point and scenic vistas of the natural beauty of the region. Nature lovers will love the peaceful ambiance, cool climate and the uncountable greenery of Munnar.
Spread yourselves out, relax through and appreciate the peaceful atmosphere. One night stay at Munnar.
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Day-4 Munnar to Thekkady
After breakfast head for Thekkady, a forest of attraction where there is a lot of greenery and a number of spice plantations. On arrival, you will check into the hotel and visit a cardamom plantation, where you can see how aromatic cardamom, pepper, cinnamon and other spices, which make Kerala famous all over the world, are grown.
The remaining day of the trip is spent exploring the calm ambiance, while soaking in the luscious climate of Thekkady. Enjoy an overnight stay at Thekkady.
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Day-5 Thekkady to Alleppey
After breakfast proceed towards Alleppey, the Venice of the East, and famous for the mesmerizing backwaters.
When you arrive, board a traditional houseboat, and start off the relaxing backwater experience. Have fun cruising through water-filled canals surrounded by palms, the scarcely populated villages, narrow waterways and paddy fields, alongside the local households. Experience the serene ambiance and one-of-a-kind Kerala countryside. An overnight stay in Alleppey.
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Day-6 Alleppey to Kumarakom
Breakfast is served and then head back to one of Kerala's most tranquil backwater locations - Kumakom.
Kumarakom is a serene place to relax and rejuvenate, as it is nestled in amongst lakes, canals and coconut groves. Spend the day relaxing at the cool mercy of a day where you'll get to take relaxed and casual strolls around the beautiful backwater landscapes.
It's ideal for those who want to experience a serene and scenic location to get away from urban areas. Overnight stay at Kumakom.
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Day-7 Kumarakom to Kochi
Enjoy driving back to Kochi with scenic views of Kerala's Villages after breakfast. On arrival, spend a day and explore the local markets, and shop local handicrafts, spices, tea and souvenirs. Next, one can savour Kerala's "pure and natural" cuisine and get to know the rich culture of Kerala city. This evening is an "open" evening for relaxation and leisure. Overnight stay in Kochi.
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Day-8 Departure from Kochi
Breakfast and proceed to Kochi airport for starting your travel. You can’t miss the sight of the lovely tea gardens, the monasteries in the misty regions of the hills, the calmness of the backwaters and the unrivaled hospitality of the people in Kerala as you leave the tour.You will take away with you memories that can't be forgot of the beautiful tea gardens, the monasteries in the misty regions of the hills, the calmness of the backwaters and the unrivaled hospitality of the people in Kerala as you cross the mountain ranges of Kerala en route to your home.
This well-crafted route leads the tourists to the ideal mixture of hill stations, backwaters, relaxing and in sight of cultural things, making Kerala one among her finest destinations for those fond of nature and peaceful holidays. Go on a tour to the Kerala Backwaters, join a Namaskar India Tour to the hills of Kerala and get amazed by the beauty of God's Own Country.
