4-Day Kochi Thekkady Alleppey Tour
3N/4-Day Kochi–Thekkady–Alleppey Tour Itinerary
Route: Kochi pick-up | 2N Thekkady | 1N Houseboat | Kochi drop-off
Stay Experiences: Forest 2N | Backwater | Kochi
Day 1: Kochi to Thekkady
Arrival at Kochi. Pick-up from the airport or railway station and drive to Thekkady (4–5 hrs), enjoying scenic views of lush greenery, spice plantations, and hill towns en route. On arrival, check in to the hotel and relax. Optional activities (subject to arrival time and availability): Periyar Lake boating inside the Thekkady–Periyar Forest (last boating around 3:00 pm). Evening options include Kathakali or Kalaripayattu shows, magic show, musical dancing fountain, Ayurvedic massage, visits to Kashmiri shops, and the local spice market.
Overnight stay in Thekkady.
Day 2: Thekkady Sightseeing
After breakfast, sightseeing in and around Thekkady. You may choose from a variety of forest-based eco-tourism programmes conducted by the Forest Department, available on an hourly, half-day, full-day, or day-and-night basis. These activities are accompanied by trained forest guards—many of whom are rehabilitated former poachers—offering a unique insight into the forest and wildlife. Optional activities by private operators outside the forest include: elephant rides, off-road jeep safaris, Kathakali and martial arts shows, magic shows, musical fountains, shopping at Kashmiri outlets, and Ayurvedic massage centres. Guests may select and enjoy activities of their interest.
Overnight stay in Thekkady.
Day 3: Thekkady to Alleppey
After breakfast, check out and drive to Alleppey (4–5 hrs). Houseboat check-in time is 12:00 noon and check-out is 9:00 am the next day. On arrival, check in to the houseboat and begin your backwater experience. Enjoy a relaxing cruise through serene canals, lakes, paddy fields, and village life. Witness domestic and migratory birds, swimming ducks, palm groves, vegetable farms, toddy tapping, floating shops, and various country boats moving along the waterways. Take in the beauty of the sunset and sunrise while enjoying all meals on board and a comfortable overnight stay in a well-equipped houseboat with modern facilities. Cruise timings: 12:00 noon to 5:30 pm (with a one-hour lunch break) and 8:00 am to 9:00 am.
Overnight stay in the houseboat.
Day 4: Alleppey to Kochi
After breakfast, check out and proceed to Kochi (2–3 hrs) and onward to the airport (3–4 hrs, depending on traffic). Optional visits include Marine Drive boating point, or Fort Kochi (Chinese Fishing Nets, heritage streets, historic buildings, and remnants of the colonial era), or Lulu Mall, subject to available time and departure point.
Drop-off at the airport or railway station
Overview
This 3N/4-Day Kochi–Thekkady–Alleppey Tour, covering approximately 600 km, begins with a warm welcome in Kochi and proceeds to Thekkady for a two-night forest stay amidst spice plantations and wildlife. Guests can enjoy forest-based activities organised by the Forest Department, along with experiences offered by authorised private operators. The journey continues to Alleppey for an overnight houseboat cruise through serene backwaters and village landscapes, with freshly prepared Kerala cuisine served on board. The tour concludes with a comfortable drop-off at Kochi, leaving you with memorable experiences of forest and backwater life.