Kochi - Munnar- Alleppey
Meet and Greet at Kochi, and Kochi Sightseeing
On arrival at Kochi Airport, our vehicle will pick you up as per your flight timing and transfer you to the hotel for check-in. After freshening up, proceed to Fort Kochi for sightseeing.
Sights to visit at Fort Kochi:
- Fort Kochi Beach – Free entry
- Chinese Fishing Nets – Approx. 30 minutes, Free entry
- St. Francis Church – Approx. 30 minutes, Free entry
- Indo-Portuguese Museum – INR 50 per couple (closed on Mondays)
- Mattancherry Palace / Dutch Palace – INR 50 per couple (closed on Fridays)
- Jewish Synagogue – Free entry (closed on Friday and Saturday)
- Jew Street – Popular street for shopping, Free entry
- Sunset Cruise on the Kochi Backwaters – Experience scenic sunset views (cost varies, approx. INR 800–1,500 per person)
It usually takes around 4–5 hours to cover these attractions. Later, visit a Cultural Center to enjoy traditional dance performances of Kerala (Approx. INR 1,000 per couple). After the cultural show, return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
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Head to Munnar from after checking out from Kochi
Check out from your hotel in Kochi head to Munnar — a charming hill station known for its tea plantations, misty hills, and lush valleys.
After sightseeing, begin your drive to Munnar. Munnar is approximately 130 km from Kochi, and it would take around 4 hours by road.
En route, visit the following attractions:
- Valara Waterfalls – A picturesque waterfall surrounded by dense greenery.
- Cheyyappara Waterfalls – A multi-tiered cascade offering excellent photo opportunities.
Upon arrival in Munnar, check in to your hotel and relax. The rest of the day is free for leisure — you may explore the nearby markets or simply enjoy the tranquil surroundings.
For dinner, you can try Saravana Bhavan @ Main Market, a well-known pure vegetarian restaurant serving authentic South Indian cuisine.
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Travel to Alleppey to Experience the Houseboat
After breakfast at 9 AM, depart for Alleppey after enjoying the misty mountains.. The distance from Munnar to Alleppey is approximately 160 km, and it takes around 5 hours by road. You should reach Alleppey by 2:00 PM.
Check in at the Houseboat and start your cruise through the scenic backwaters of Alleppey. Relax on the luxurious houseboat while cruising past village sides and paddy fields, witnessing authentic Kerala village life. The houseboat is fully furnished with bedrooms, a private balcony, and a kitchen, and includes a chef, oarsmen, and a cabin assistant.
Important Pointers for Houseboat Stay:
- From 5:30 PM to 8:00 AM the next day, the boat will be anchored and idle on the lake due to fishing activities by local villagers (as per government rules).
- Deluxe Houseboat: AC operational in bedroom only from 9:00 PM – 6:00 AM.
- Premium Houseboat: AC runs 24/7, but only one AC can operate at a time (either deck or bedroom).
- AC takes 30 minutes to 1 hour to cool the room since it runs on a diesel engine.
- Enjoy a unique and exclusive experience cruising the rich Alleppey backwaters.
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Leave Houseboat, and Visit Fort Before Returning home
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