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Kerala Tour with Houseboat and Wildlife

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Start and end in Cochin International Airport
5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Waterfall flowing through a lush green forest
  • Aerial view of tea plantations surrounding a lake
  • Tea plantations in the misty hills of Munnar
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  • Comfortable hotels, smooth transfers, and an amazing houseboat experience. The itinerary was well-planned and very enjoyable.

    Eve•traveled in December5.0
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  • Person standing in lush green tea plantations
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Cochin to Munnar

    Cochin to Munnar
    Start point
    Kochi, Kerala, India ( Starting location: Cochin International Airport, 07:00 - 20:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Stop to view Cheeyappara and Valara Waterfalls en route
    Landmarks
    Cheeyappara Waterfall
    Valara Waterfall
  3. Day 2

    Munnar

    Munnar
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Tea Museum visit
    • Guided tour of tea production process

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Eravikulam National Park (entrance fee required)
    • Boating at Mattupetty Dam
    • Echo Point visit
    • Pedal boating at Kundala Lake
    Landmarks
    Eravikulam National Park
    Mattupetty Dam
    Tea Museum
    Echo Point
    Kundala Lake
  4. Day 3

    Munnar to Thekkady

    Munnar to Thekkady
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Spice plantation guided tour

    Optional Activities

    • Boat ride on Periyar Lake (within Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary)
    • Elephant ride
    • Local market exploration
    • Kalaripayattu performance
    Landmarks
    Periyar Lake
    Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
  5. Day 4

    Thekkady to Alleppey

    Thekkady to Alleppey
    Meals
    Lunch (Served on board the houseboat), Breakfast, Dinner (Served on board the houseboat), Snack (Evening tea or coffee with snacks)

    Included Activities

    • Backwater cruise on houseboat
    Landmarks
    Alleppey Backwaters
  6. Day 5

    Alleppey to Cochin

    Alleppey to Cochin
    End point
    Kochi, Kerala, India (Drop location: Cochin International Airport, 08:00 - 20:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast (Served on the houseboat)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Chinese Fishing Nets in Fort Kochi
    • Visit St. Francis Church
    • Visit Santa Cruz Basilica
    • Visit Mattancherry Palace (Dutch Palace)
    • Visit Jewish Synagogue
    Landmarks
    Chinese Fishing Nets
    St. Francis Church
    Santa Cruz Basilica
    Mattancherry Palace
    Jewish Synagogue
    Fort Kochi

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Traveler Moments

  • Kerala Tour with Houseboat and Wildlife customer review video
  • Dusty shore yard with multiple houseboats under repair and scattered debris on a hot day.
  • Vast green rice paddy fields stretching to the horizon under a soft evening sky.
  • Driver standing beside a white sedan taxi in a parking area on an overcast day.
  • Scenic Kerala backwaters with small houseboats and coconut palms lining both sides of the river.
  • Row of covered houseboats moored on calm backwater canal under a bright blue sky.
  • Two crew members standing on the deck of a traditional Kerala houseboat named Damodar.
  • Traveler enjoying a traditional meal of rice and curries at a sunny indoor dining area.
  • Simple home-style Indian lunch spread on a wooden table with rice, curry, and grilled meat.
  • Well-made hotel room with white bedding, green accent pillows, and soft lighting.
  • Mist-filled view over lush tea plantations, winding path, and vibrant red flowers in the foreground.
  • Man posing on a stone pathway through lush greenery with cloud-covered hills in the background.
  • Traveler drinking cool water from a natural stone fountain along a forest trail.
  • Hiker smiling at a mountain viewpoint with rolling green hills and partly cloudy sky behind.
  • Worker demonstrating machinery in a tea factory surrounded by leaves and yellow equipment.
  • Traveler holding a fresh coconut with a straw at an open-air café under a blue tarp roof.
  • Close-up of a hand serving curry beside bowls of rice and vegetables in a restaurant.
  • Indian dish wrapped and cooked in a banana leaf served on a restaurant table.
  • Multi-storey hotel building outlined with decorative white lights against the night sky.
  • Illuminated sign for Misty Mountain Resort surrounded by foliage at night.
  • View of lush tropical hills and a small river taken through a moving vehicle window and guard rail.
  • Traditional Kathakali dance performance on an indoor stage with colorful backdrops and musicians.
  • Dozens of fruit bats hanging upside down from tall leafless trees against an overcast sky.

Traveler Reviews

5.0
Overall rating based on 6 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    5.0
  • Transport
    5.0
  • Guide
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    4.7
  • Food
    4.7
  • Tour Operator
    4.9

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  • Belinda4.7•September 2026
    We had a wonderful 5 days touring Kerala with our amazing driver Mr. Zakkir. The tour was a nice pace, hitting the...
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    • View of lush tropical hills and a small river taken through a moving vehicle window and guard rail.
    • Two crew members standing on the deck of a traditional Kerala houseboat named Damodar.
    • Kerala Tour with Houseboat and Wildlife customer review video
    • Close-up of a hand serving curry beside bowls of rice and vegetables in a restaurant.
    • Worker demonstrating machinery in a tea factory surrounded by leaves and yellow equipment.
    • Dusty shore yard with multiple houseboats under repair and scattered debris on a hot day.
    • Indian dish wrapped and cooked in a banana leaf served on a restaurant table.
    • Scenic Kerala backwaters with small houseboats and coconut palms lining both sides of the river.
    • Hiker smiling at a mountain viewpoint with rolling green hills and partly cloudy sky behind.
    • Dozens of fruit bats hanging upside down from tall leafless trees against an overcast sky.
    • Row of covered houseboats moored on calm backwater canal under a bright blue sky.
    • Well-made hotel room with white bedding, green accent pillows, and soft lighting.
    • Driver standing beside a white sedan taxi in a parking area on an overcast day.
    • Simple home-style Indian lunch spread on a wooden table with rice, curry, and grilled meat.
    • Vast green rice paddy fields stretching to the horizon under a soft evening sky.
    • Traveler enjoying a traditional meal of rice and curries at a sunny indoor dining area.
    • Traditional Kathakali dance performance on an indoor stage with colorful backdrops and musicians.
    • Multi-storey hotel building outlined with decorative white lights against the night sky.
    • Mist-filled view over lush tea plantations, winding path, and vibrant red flowers in the foreground.
    • Man posing on a stone pathway through lush greenery with cloud-covered hills in the background.
    • Illuminated sign for Misty Mountain Resort surrounded by foliage at night.
    • Traveler holding a fresh coconut with a straw at an open-air café under a blue tarp roof.
    • Traveler drinking cool water from a natural stone fountain along a forest trail.
    Traveled in September 2026
  • Harley
    Harley5.0•December 2025
    Excellent tour with great accommodations and sightseeing. A perfect mix of nature, culture, and relaxation throughout...
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    Traveled in October 2025
    Reply from: Varanasi Excursion Pvt Ltd
    Thank you so much for your kind review and for choosing Varanasi Excursion. We are delighted to know that you enjoyed your trip and our services. Your satisfaction is our biggest motivation, and we truly look forward to welcoming you again for another memorable journey. Warm regards, Aamir – Varanasi Excursion
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  • Abby
    Abby5.0•December 2025
    A wonderful trip covering all the highlights of southern India. The backwaters, wildlife, and local experiences made...
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    Traveled in October 2025
    Reply from: Varanasi Excursion Pvt Ltd
    Thank you so much for your kind review and for choosing Varanasi Excursion. We are delighted to know that you enjoyed your trip and our services. Your satisfaction is our biggest motivation, and we truly look forward to welcoming you again for another memorable journey. Warm regards, Aamir – Varanasi Excursion
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  • Dominic
    Dominic5.0•December 2025
    Kerala’s landscapes and culture were breathtaking. The tour was relaxing, informative, and perfectly paced for 7 days.
    Traveled in October 2025
  • Eve
    Eve5.0•December 2025
    Comfortable hotels, smooth transfers, and an amazing houseboat experience. The itinerary was well-planned and very...
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    Traveled in October 2025
  • John5.0•December 2025
    A fantastic week exploring Kerala’s beauty! From Munnar’s tea gardens to Alleppey’s backwaters, every stop was...
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    Traveled in September 2025

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