Kerala Backwaters & Hill Station Tours

After breakfast, set out for Kumbalangi, a peaceful village on the outskirts of Kochi and recognised as India’s first model fisheries village. On arrival, board a traditional country boat for a gentle ride across the backwaters, offering a close look at everyday village life.
As you move through the waterways, observe local residents going about their daily routine fishermen casting their nets, farmers tending to lush paddy fields, children playing by the water, and small family-run shops serving the community. The experience offers an authentic glimpse into Kerala’s rural rhythm and sustainable way of life.
Later, enjoy a traditional home-style lunch, featuring local flavours and fresh ingredients.
In the afternoon, take a fun tuk-tuk (auto-rickshaw) ride along narrow village lanes, passing coconut groves and waterways, before returning to the parking area.
After the visit, drive back to your hotel. The remainder of the day is free for relaxation or independent shopping.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

After breakfast, depart by road for Munnar, a scenic hill station known for its rolling tea gardens and cool mountain air. The drive itself is a highlight, winding through lush landscapes and mist covered hills as you ascend into the Western Ghats.
En route, pause to admire the beautiful Cheeyappara Waterfalls, cascading through dense greenery an ideal spot for photographs and a short break.
Once in Munnar, check in to your hotel or resort and take time to relax after the journey. Formerly a summer retreat of the British during the colonial era, Munnar today offers a serene escape surrounded by tea plantations, forests, and peaceful valleys.
The remainder of the day is free to enjoy the natural surroundings at your own pace.
Overnight stay at the hotel or resort.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

After breakfast, set out for a morning sightseeing tour of Munnar, exploring the region's most scenic and natural attractions.
Begin with a visit to Eravikulam National Park, home to rolling grasslands and dramatic views of the Western Ghats. The park is also known for the rare Nilgiri Tahr, an endangered mountain native to this region. From here, enjoy panoramic vistas of misty valleys and tea covered slopes.
Continue to the Tata Tea Museum, where you will gain insight in to Munnar's tea growing heritage and the history behind one of India's most famous tea regions.
Later, Visit the tranquil Mattupetty Dam and the scenic surroundings of Kundala, an area set amid gentle hills and mountain streams, offering peaceful landscapes and excellent photo opportunities .
On the return Journey, stop at the Blossom Garden, known for its colourful flower beds and well maintained grounds an ideal place for a relaxed stroll.
Return to your hotel or resort in the afternoon. The rest of the day is at leisure.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

After breakfast, depart for Thekkady, a scenic region known for its rich wildlife, spice plantations, and cool hill-country landscapes. Nestled in the Western Ghats, Thekkady offers a peaceful retreat surrounded by forests and rolling hills.
In the afternoon, visit the renowned Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, one of South India’s most celebrated nature reserves. Enjoy a boat cruise on Periyar Lake, providing an excellent opportunity to observe wildlife along the forested shores. With some luck, you may spot wild elephants, sambar deer, gaur (Indian bison), Nilgiri langurs, wild boar, and a variety of birdlife in their natural habitat.
Later in the day, explore a local spice plantation, where you’ll learn about Kerala’s aromatic spices such as cardamom, pepper, cinnamon, and cloves, grown naturally in this fertile region.
After the visit, return to your hotel for relaxation.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

After breakfast, travel to Alleppey and proceed to the boat jetty to board your traditionally crafted houseboat. Once on board, begin a relaxed cruise through Kerala’s serene backwaters.As the houseboat glides gently along palm-lined canals and open lagoons, experience a landscape found nowhere else in the world. Life unfolds quietly along the water villages, paddy fields, fishermen at work, and children playing along the banks offering a rare glimpse into Kerala’s slow and graceful rhythm of life.
Surrounded by lush greenery and tranquil waterways, the journey creates a deeply soothing atmosphere, perfect for relaxation and reflection. All meals are served on board as you continue cruising through this peaceful setting.
In the evening, anchor in a quiet stretch of the backwaters and enjoy the calm of the surroundings.

Overnight stay on the houseboat.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

After disembarking from the houseboat, travel by road to Kochi Airport (approximately 2 hours) to board your flight to Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi, you will be greeted by Discover India representative and transferred comfortably to your hotel.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Your tour comes to a close today. At the scheduled time, a Discover India representative will arrange your transfer to the International airport for your onward journey home.
Travelers choosing to extend their stays will continue with the next part of their holidays as planned.