6-Day Kochi Munnar Alleppey Cherai Tour
Tour Details
Duration: 5 Nights / 6 Days
Route: Kochi Pickup – Munnar 2N – Alleppey Houseboat 1N – Cherai 2N+ Athirappilly – Kochi Drop off
Stay Experience: Hills 2N | Houseboat 1N | Beach 2N + Athirappilly waterfalls
Total Travel Distance: Approx. 770 km
Inclusions: All transfers | Accommodation with breakfast | Houseboat stay with all meals | Sightseeing as per itinerary
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Kochi to Munnar
Arrival at Kochi. Pick-up from the airport/railway station and proceed to Munnar (approx. 4–5 hrs), one of the finest hill stations in South India. En route, enjoy a scenic hill drive with cool weather, mist-clad surroundings, and picturesque views of spice plantations, tea gardens, waterfalls, and lush greenery. On arrival, check in at the hotel. Evening at leisure.
Overnight stay in Munnar.
Day 2: Munnar Sightseeing
After breakfast, proceed for a full-day sightseeing tour of Munnar from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Visit major attractions such as the Floriculture Centre, Mattupetty Dam, Elephant Park, Elephant Arrival Point, Photo Point, Echo Point, Tea Museum, Rajamala (Eravikulam National Park), Pothumedu Viewpoint, and Blossom Park. Evening free for leisure or optional activities such as herbal massage, Kathakali show, Kalaripayattu (martial arts), and visits to spice shops.
Overnight stay in Munnar.
Day 3: Munnar – Alleppey (Houseboat)
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Alleppey, the “Venice of the East.” Board a traditional Kerala houseboat by noon and enjoy a relaxing backwater cruise with views of canals, paddy fields, coconut groves, village life, and bird sightings. All meals, including a welcome drink, lunch, evening tea with snacks, dinner, and breakfast, will be served onboard. The houseboat anchors in calm backwaters in the evening for a peaceful overnight stay.
Houseboat Timings: Check-in 12:00 noon | Cruise 12:00 noon–5:30 pm (with lunch break) | Morning cruise 8:00–9:00 am | Check-out 9:00 am
Overnight stay in the houseboat.
Day 4: Alleppey – Cherai Beach via Fort Kochi (Sightseeing)
After breakfast, disembark from the houseboat and drive towards Cherai Beach. En route, enjoy sightseeing in Fort Kochi, including Mattancherry Palace, Jew Town, St. Francis Church, Chinese fishing nets, and heritage streets (time permitting). Continue to Cherai Beach and check in at the hotel or resort. The rest of the day is free to relax on the beach and enjoy the laid-back coastal atmosphere.
Overnight stay in Cherai.
Day 5: Cherai – Athirappilly Waterfalls – Cherai
After breakfast, proceed for an excursion to Athirappilly Waterfalls, popularly known as the “Niagara of India.” Enjoy the scenic drive through forested landscapes and visit Athirappilly and, if time permits, Vazhachal Waterfalls. Later, return to Cherai Beach. Evening free to relax by the beach or enjoy leisure time at the resort.
Overnight stay in Cherai.
Day 6: Cherai – Kochi Drop
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to Kochi. Optional sightseeing depending on departure time, such as Marine Drive, Lulu Mall, or Kodanad Elephant Training Centre (subject to time and drop point).
Drop-off at Kochi Airport/Railway Station.
Tour concludes with wonderful memories of Kerala.