This 6 Days Kerala Tour gives you extra time to explore the hills, wildlife, and backwaters of God's Own Country at a relaxed pace. Travel from Kochi to Munnar, then Thekkady and Alleppey, with a full extra day among the tea plantations. Cruise on a private houseboat, walk through spice gardens, and watch wildlife on a jungle safari. This trip suits travellers who want to see Kerala properly, without feeling rushed between stops.
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Our representative will be waiting for you at Kochi Airport and take you to your hotel. Depending on your arrival, you may spend the afternoon visiting Fort Kochi, which is famous for its Chinese fishing nets, churches, and colonial streets.
We will visit the Mattancherry Palace and the Jewish Synagogue and then take an evening stroll along the waterfront.
After breakfast, we begin our journey toward Munnar, where the weather is cool and the landscape has hills all around covered by tea plantations.
The drive to Munnar is spectacular, with views of waterfalls, spice plantations, and small village towns.
Spend the whole day exploring Munnar's main attractions at a relaxed pace, including:
Return to your hotel for an overnight stay, with the full day giving you time to enjoy each stop without rushing to the next.
After breakfast, check out and drive to Thekkady, home of the Famous Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. The journey takes you through more tea country before dropping into thick forest near the reserve.
Check into your hotel and enjoy an evening performance of Kalaripayattu, a traditional Kerala martial art, before an overnight stay in Thekkady.
The day begins with the boat safari on Lake Periyar, where one can see elephants and other wildlife. After the boat safari, we will visit a nearby spice plantation and learn about various spices including cardamom, pepper, and cinnamon.
In the afternoon, drive to Alleppey and board your private houseboat for an overnight backwater cruise. Enjoy a home-style Kerala lunch and dinner onboard as you drift past coconut groves and quiet village life.
Following your breakfast on the houseboat, you will leave for Kochi ahead of your flight. Depending on your flight plan, you may have some time for last-minute shopping or a short trip to a local market.
Your driver will drop you at Kochi Airport, bringing your memorable 6 Days Kerala Tour to a comfortable close.
Kerala sits along India's South western coast, framed by the Arabian Sea on one side and the Western Ghats on the other. Known widely as God's Own Country, it offers a completely different pace and landscape compared to the temples and deserts of North India. According to the Kerala Tourism Department, the state consistently ranks among India's most visited regions for its natural beauty and cultural depth.
A five-day version of this trip works well, but it moves through Munnar in a single day. Adding a sixth day gives you a full extra stop in the hills, without touching the wildlife safari or backwater cruise that make the rest of the trip memorable. For travellers from the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, UAE, and Mexico, that extra breathing room often makes the difference between a good trip and a great one.
Munnar sits high in the Western Ghats, a mountain range recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site for its rich biodiversity. Tea plantations blanket the hillsides in every direction, and the cooler mountain air offers a welcome change after the coastal heat of Kochi.
With two nights here instead of one, you can properly explore the Tea Museum, learn how the region's tea industry developed under British planters, and still have time left for Eravikulam National Park. This park protects the rare Nilgiri Tahr, a mountain goat found only in this part of India, and morning visits offer the best chance of a sighting.
Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, and Kundala Lake round out a full day of sightseeing, each offering a different view of the surrounding hills. Many travellers say the extra day here, rather than any single site, is what makes this six-day version feel noticeably less rushed than shorter itineraries.
Thekkady centres around Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, one of India's better-known tiger reserves. The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change recognises Periyar as an important habitat for elephants, tigers, and a wide range of bird species. A boat safari across Periyar Lake offers the best chance to see wildlife gathered along the water's edge.
The spice plantations near Thekkady enable tourists to experience first-hand how cardamom, black pepper, and cinnamon are cultivated and collected. These spices have played a key role in the world's trading patterns over centuries, but being able to see them grow in their natural environment makes their importance in Kerala's history as a spice-trading area even more significant.
In the evenings, visitors can attend Kalaripayattu shows, which are one of the oldest martial arts in the world. Watching how this ancient practice is performed provides a valuable insight into Kerala's rich heritage that lies beyond excellent views of the local scenery. The show combines explosive movements of the body along with the art of using weapons and proper breathing techniques.
Alleppey, which is sometimes referred to as the Venice of the East, is the place where the leisurely part of the trip begins. A private houseboat cruise that takes place here goes slowly, surrounded by coconut plantations and rice fields, as well as small villages located along rivers. Dishes prepared on the boat are made of fresh local products and represent what Kerala cuisine is.
The boats known as kettuvallams were originally used for transportation of rice and spices through the backwaters. Many of these boats have been converted into luxury vessels with amenities including private cabins, deck seating, and a dedicated crew responsible for the cooking and navigation throughout the trip.
Spending a night on the water offers a very different rhythm compared to the earlier hill station and wildlife stops. Fishermen cast nets from small canoes, children wave from the riverbanks, and village life continues quietly along both sides of the water. It is a calm, unhurried close to a trip built around exactly that feeling.
Founded in 1990, Pioneer Holidays specialises in organising enjoyable tours throughout India. Whether it is about individual hotels or boat bookings, everything is arranged before your arrival in Kochi.
Your private, air-conditioned car and English-speaking guide stay with you throughout the trip. There are no hidden charges added later, and your quoted price remains the same from booking through to your final departure. Thousands of travellers from across the world have trusted Pioneer Holidays with their India journeys, and this Kerala package carries that same commitment.
Whether you are travelling as a couple, a family, or a small group of friends, this itinerary adjusts to fit your pace and interests. You have read about the tea gardens, the wildlife safari, and the quiet backwater evenings. Now picture yourself actually there, with nothing left to plan and no logistics to manage on your own.
Reserve now and pay later, keep your travel plans flexible, and let our team's decades of ground experience guide your journey from start to finish. Reach out to Pioneer Holidays today, pick your travel dates, and turn Kerala into one of the most memorable chapters of your India trip.