Kerala Hills & Houseboat Tour from Kolkata 5D4N

Daywise Itinerary Kerala Hills & Houseboat Tour

Day 1: Cochin Airport / Ernakulam Railway Station → Munnar

• Pickup Point: Cochin Airport / Ernakulam Railway Station
• Destination: Munnar
• Distance: Approx. 125–135 km
• Travel Time: 4–5 hours by road

This trip will start from Cochin Airport or Ernakulam Railway Station. After arrival, our representative will pick you up and assist you with the transfer to Munnar.

Enjoy a scenic drive towards Munnar, one of the most loved hill stations in Kerala. The route passes through green valleys, spice plantations, waterfalls, and tea garden views. On the way, you can take short stops at Cheeyappara Waterfalls and Valara Waterfalls.

After reaching Munnar, check in to your hotel and relax. The evening is free for leisure. You can enjoy the cool hill weather and spend peaceful time at your stay.

Places Covered:

• Cheeyappara Waterfalls
• Valara Waterfalls
• Spice plantation views
• Tea garden views
• Scenic hill road journey

Overnight Stay: Munnar

Day 2: Munnar Sightseeing

• Pickup Point: Hotel in Munnar
• Destination: Munnar
• Local Travel Distance: 40–60 km approx.
• Travel Time: Full Day Sightseeing

After breakfast, proceed for Munnar local sightseeing. This day is planned to explore the natural beauty of Munnar with tea gardens, lakes, dams, viewpoints, and peaceful hill areas.

Visit Eravikulam National Park and enjoy the green hill views. Later, visit Tea Museum, Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, Kundala Lake, and other nearby attractions. You can spend the day enjoying the cool weather, scenic roads, and beautiful views of Munnar.

Places Covered:

• Eravikulam National Park
• Tea Museum
• Mattupetty Dam
• Echo Point
• Kundala Lake
• Blossom Park

After sightseeing, return to the hotel and relax. The evening is free for leisure. You can enjoy the calm hill atmosphere or spend time at your stay.

Overnight Stay: Munnar

Day 3: Munnar → Alleppey Houseboat

• Pickup Point: Hotel in Munnar
• Destination: Alleppey
• Distance: Approx. 170–180 km
• Travel Time: 5–6 hours by road

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and start your journey towards Alleppey. The route changes from hill views to backwater landscapes, giving you a different side of Kerala during the drive.

After reaching Alleppey, check in to your houseboat and begin your backwater stay. Enjoy a slow cruise through calm canals, village areas, coconut trees, paddy fields, and peaceful water views.

Spend the day relaxing on the houseboat and enjoy the beauty of Kerala’s backwaters. Freshly prepared meals will be served on board as per the houseboat plan.

Places Covered:

• Alleppey Backwaters
• Houseboat cruise
• Village canal views
• Coconut tree views
• Paddy field surroundings

In the evening, the houseboat will halt at a safe location. Relax and enjoy a peaceful night on the backwaters.

Overnight Stay: Alleppey Houseboat

Day 4: Alleppey Houseboat → Cochin

• Pickup Point: Alleppey Houseboat
• Destination: Cochin
• Distance: Approx. 55–65 km
• Travel Time: 1.5–2 hours by road

After breakfast, check out from the houseboat and start your journey towards Cochin. The drive is short and comfortable, with views of small towns, local roads, and green surroundings.

After reaching Cochin, check in to your hotel and relax for some time. Later, proceed for Cochin sightseeing and explore the city’s old streets, historic places, local markets, and seaside views.

Places Covered:

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

After sightseeing, return to the hotel and relax. In the evening, you can spend time at Marine Drive or explore the nearby market area.

Overnight Stay: Cochin

Day 5: Cochin → Cochin Airport / Ernakulam Railway Station

• Pickup Point: Hotel in Cochin
• Destination: Cochin Airport / Ernakulam Railway Station
• Distance: Approx. 30–40 km
• Travel Time: 1–1.5 hours by road

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and get ready for your return journey. If time permits, you can visit nearby local markets or enjoy a short drive around Cochin.

Later, our driver will drop you at Cochin Airport or Ernakulam Railway Station for your onward journey to Kolkata.

Tour Ends with Happy Memories

Package Highlights

• 5 Days / 4 Nights Kerala tour from Kolkata
• Stay in Munnar, Alleppey Houseboat, and Cochin
• Pickup and drop from Cochin Airport / Ernakulam Railway Station
• Enjoy Munnar hills, tea gardens, waterfalls, and viewpoints
• Experience a peaceful Alleppey houseboat stay
• Explore Kerala backwaters, canals, and village views
• Visit Cochin’s old streets, markets, and seaside attractions
• Suitable for families, couples, friends, and small groups

Cost Includes

• Hotel stay in Munnar and Cochin with breakfast
• Alleppey houseboat stay with meals as per houseboat plan
• Private cab for all planned transfers and sightseeing
• Arrival and departure transfers from Cochin Airport or Ernakulam Railway Station
• Cochin to Munnar transfer by private vehicle
• Munnar local sightseeing as mentioned in the tour plan
• Munnar to Alleppey and Alleppey to Cochin transfers
• Cochin sightseeing as per itinerary
• Driver allowance, fuel, parking, and toll charges
• Basic travel support during the trip

Cost Excludes

• Flight or train tickets from Kolkata to Cochin and return
• Entry fees at parks, museums, viewpoints, and sightseeing places
• Meals not mentioned in the inclusions
• Personal expenses like shopping, laundry, tips, and snacks
• Optional activities or extra sightseeing
• Camera charges, boating, or special activity charges
• Travel insurance
• Extra cost due to weather, road blocks, traffic, or delays
• Anything not listed in the cost includes

FAQs – Kerala Hills & Houseboat Tour from Kolkata 5D/4N

Q1. Is this Kerala tour suitable for families and couples?

Yes, this itinerary is suitable for families, couples, friends, and small groups who want to enjoy hills, backwaters, and city sightseeing in one trip.

Q2. How does this trip start from Kolkata?

Travelers can come from Kolkata to Cochin by flight or train. This trip will start from Cochin Airport or Ernakulam Railway Station.

Q3. What destinations are covered in this Kerala package?

This tour covers Munnar, Alleppey Houseboat, and Cochin.

Q4. What is the stay plan for this 5D/4N Kerala tour?

The stay plan includes 2 nights in Munnar, 1 night in Alleppey Houseboat, and 1 night in Cochin.

Q5. What are the main attractions covered in Munnar?

Munnar sightseeing includes Eravikulam National Park, Tea Museum, Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, Kundala Lake, Blossom Park, and tea garden views.

Q6. Is Alleppey houseboat included in this tour?

Yes, this package includes 1 night stay in an Alleppey houseboat with backwater cruise and meals as per the houseboat plan.

Q7. What can travelers enjoy during the houseboat stay?

Travelers can enjoy backwater views, village canals, coconut trees, paddy fields, peaceful surroundings, and freshly prepared meals on board.

Q8. Is Cochin sightseeing included in this itinerary?

Yes, Cochin sightseeing is included. It covers Fort Kochi, Chinese Fishing Nets, Mattancherry Palace, Jewish Synagogue, St. Francis Church, and Marine Drive.

Q9. Are flight or train tickets included in the package?

No, flight or train tickets from Kolkata to Cochin and return are not included unless clearly mentioned in the inclusions.

Q10. Are meals included in this Kerala tour?

Breakfast is included at hotels. Meals on the Alleppey houseboat are included as per the houseboat plan.

Q11. What should travelers carry for this trip?

Travelers should carry comfortable clothes, walking shoes, valid ID proof, sunscreen, personal medicines, and basic travel items.

Q12. What is the best time to visit Kerala for this tour?

October to March is a good time for pleasant weather. June to September is good for greenery and monsoon views.