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Best of India: Kerala Tour with Houseboat - 7 Days (3, 4 & 5 Star Hotels Options)

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Start and end in Cochin International Airport

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Operator: Varanasi Excursion Pvt Ltd
City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Private Tour: Travel exclusively with your friends and family
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English: Other languages on request: German, Italian, French, Spanish, Chinese
All Ages Welcome

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Day 1
Cochin to Munnar
Cochin to Munnar
Start point
National Highway Near Cochin International Airport Opp. Pvt ، 683573 Aluva، India (Arrive at Cochin International Airport, 00:00 - 23:00)
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Cheeyappara Waterfalls
- Visit Valara Waterfalls
- Visit spice plantations
- Visit scenic viewpoints
Optional Activities
- Explore Munnar Market for local shopping
Landmarks
Cheeyappara Waterfalls
Valara Waterfalls
Day 2
Munnar
Munnar
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Photo Point
- Visit Mattupetty Dam
- Visit Echo Point
- Visit Kundala Lake
- Visit Top Station
- Visit Tea Museum
- Visit Blossom Park
- Visit Eravikulam National Park
- Visit Anamudi View Point
Landmarks
Mattupetty Dam
Echo Point
Kundala Lake
Top Station
Tea Museum
Blossom Park
Eravikulam National Park
Anamudi View Point
Day 3
Munnar to Idukki
Munnar to Idukki
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Idukki Arch Dam
- Visit spice plantations
- Visit panoramic viewpoints
Optional Activities
- Visit Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary
Landmarks
Idukki Arch Dam
Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary
Day 4
Idukki to Thekkady
Idukki to Thekkady
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
- Visit spice plantations
- Visit local spice market
Optional Activities
- Boating on Periyar Lake
- Kathakali performance
- Kalaripayattu (martial art) performance
- Guided nature walk
Landmarks
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
Periyar Lake
Day 5
Thekkady to Kumarakom
Thekkady to Kumarakom
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary (seasonal)
- Enjoy the peaceful backwaters
Landmarks
Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
Vembanad Lake
Day 6
Kumarakom to Alleppey
Kumarakom to Alleppey
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Freshly prepared Kerala lunch onboard), Dinner (Dinner onboard)
Included Activities
- Board traditional Kerala houseboat
- Cruise through backwaters
Landmarks
Alleppey Backwaters
Day 7
Alleppey to Cochin
Alleppey to Cochin
End point
Salem - Kochi - Kanyakumari Highway ، 683573 Aluva، India (Cochin Departure, 01:00 - 22:00)
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Fort Kochi
- Visit Chinese Fishing Nets
- Visit St. Francis Church
- Visit Mattancherry Dutch Palace
- Visit Jewish Synagogue
- Visit Marine Drive
Optional Activities
- Explore local markets
Landmarks
Fort Kochi
Chinese Fishing Nets
St. Francis Church
Mattancherry Dutch Palace
Jewish Synagogue
Marine Drive

Landmarks
Cheeyappara Waterfalls
Valara Waterfalls

Landmarks
Mattupetty Dam
Echo Point
Kundala Lake
Top Station
Tea Museum
Blossom Park
Eravikulam National Park
Anamudi View Point

Landmarks
Idukki Arch Dam
Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary

Landmarks
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
Periyar Lake

Landmarks
Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
Vembanad Lake

Landmarks
Alleppey Backwaters

Landmarks
Fort Kochi
Chinese Fishing Nets
St. Francis Church
Mattancherry Dutch Palace
Jewish Synagogue
Marine Drive

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4.9

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...
We had a wonderful 5 days touring Kerala with our amazing driver Mr. Zakkir. The tour was a nice pace, hitting the highlights of the area. Munnar was exquisite. It is up in the mountains with misty clouds all around, windy roads, and tea plantations all around. Thekkady also beautiful town known for its wildlife boar tour on Periyar lake. To add to the wildlife scenery- lots of giant bats and monkeys that come out in the evening! The Alleppey boat tour was a pleasant surprise- boating gently through the backwaters- with great meals provided. For kochi is a beautiful boardwalk along the coast- not to be missed. Overall- the trip was great. Kerala food has been our favourite Indian cuisine so far. Would recommend for anyone looking for a short tour of Kerala.Show more
Rogier5.0•May 2026
As an experienced traveler, I was still somewhat anxious about traveling solo to India for the first time. Thanks to...
As an experienced traveler, I was still somewhat anxious about traveling solo to India for the first time. Thanks to Aamir and the team at Varanasi Excursion, the entire journey went smoothly and professionally from start to finish. Every day, the driver Mr. Bablu was my first point of contact and he took excellent care of me while navigating the sometimes hectic atmosphere of India with great calm and reliability. The guides at the different tourist locations were knowledgeable and professional, and all arranged hotels exceeded my expectations in comfort and quality. I can highly recommend Varanasi Excursion to anyone considering a trip through India, they truly take care of everything and make you feel safe, comfortable and well supported throughout your journey.Show more
Sharon4.0•May 2026
It was a good tour, we went to a lot of different places over the 6 days. The hotels were a good standard and...
It was a good tour, we went to a lot of different places over the 6 days. The hotels were a good standard and comfortable. Our driver was very reliable and made sure everything was ok for us, he also drove carefully and well. There were a few minor glitches one with the gondola booking and one with a change of hotel but the company were eager to compensate for this by providing complimentary dinners for us which we appreciated.Show more

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Best of India: Kerala Tour with Houseboat - 7 Days (3, 4 & 5 Star Hotels Options)

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