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Munnar, a sharing houseboat, Jatayu and Varkala

6 nights across Munnar, Thekkady, an Alleppey houseboat and Varkala
Duration
6 nights
Journey
Munnar (2 nights) → Thekkady (1 night) → Alleppey (1 night) → Varkala (2 nights)
Designed for
Couples
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The journey

Travel across Kerala's hills, waterways and coastline on this six-night journey. Begin in Munnar among rolling tea gardens and fresh mountain air, then head to Thekkady to explore spice plantations and Periyar National Park. Cruise the calm palm-fringed backwaters of Alleppey aboard a sharing houseboat before journeying south.

En route to the coast, stop at the Jatayu Earth's Centre to admire the giant hilltop bird sculpture. Conclude your trip in Varkala, where you can unwind along dramatic red cliffs, relax on Papanasam Beach and enjoy leisurely cafe visits beside the Arabian Sea.

Your days, your way

Your holiday, day by day

Start with this itinerary. In your draft, change the stops, stays and activities to suit your holiday.

7 days to exploreCustomisable in your draft
MunnarMunnar

Day 1 · Munnar

Arrival in Kochi and transfer to Munnar

Meet your driver at Kochi airport or railway station and take the scenic drive up into the hills of Munnar. Enjoy rest stops along the way before checking in to your hotel. Settle in and spend the rest of the day at your own pace. You stay overnight in Munnar.

Meal notes

Meals not included

MunnarMunnar

Day 2 · Munnar

Mattupetty Dam, tea heritage and Echo Point

After breakfast, visit Mattupetty Lake and Dam, where boating is available optionally at your own cost. Explore the Tea Factory and Tea Museum to discover local tea processing, noting that the museum is closed on Mondays. Continue to Echo Point to test the natural acoustics. Spend the evening at leisure before your second overnight stay in Munnar.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

ThekkadyThekkady

Day 3 · Thekkady

Periyar National Park and Thekkady spice markets

Have breakfast, check out of Munnar and drive to Thekkady. Visit Periyar National Park and Tiger Reserve, where you can choose an optional boat safari or bamboo rafting at extra cost, subject to slots and fitness guidelines. Tour a spice plantation and browse the local spice market. Purchases are separate. Spend the evening browsing shops or relaxing before your overnight stay in Thekkady.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

AlleppeyAlleppey

Day 4 · Alleppey

Drive to Alleppey and sharing houseboat cruise

Enjoy breakfast, check out and travel to Alleppey to board your deluxe sharing houseboat. Request your meal details on board and cruise along the backwaters past quiet villages and green paddy fields. Houseboat air conditioning operates from 21:00 to 06:00, with extended use available at an extra charge. Relax on board and spend the night anchored on the water.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

VarkalaVarkala

Day 5 · Varkala

Jatayu Earth's Centre and Varkala Cliff

Have breakfast on board, disembark and drive towards Varkala. Stop at Chadayamangalam to visit the massive bird sculpture at Jatayu Earth's Centre. Continue to Varkala and check in to your hotel. Later, stroll along Varkala Cliff, browse seaside cafes and visit Papanasam Beach. You stay overnight in Varkala.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

VarkalaVarkala

Day 6 · Varkala

A relaxing day on Varkala's coast

After breakfast, enjoy an unhurried day at leisure in Varkala. Walk along the red cliffs, sit beside the Arabian Sea on the beach, or relax in cliff-top cafes. Any optional activities, spa treatments or personal cafe stops are at your own cost. Return to your hotel for your second night in Varkala.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

VarkalaVarkala

Day 7 · Varkala

Return transfer to Kochi

Have breakfast, check out of your Varkala hotel and begin the drive back to Kochi. Your driver will drop you off at Kochi airport or railway station in good time for your onward journey, bringing your trip to a close.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

Day 1 of 7

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Places worth exploring

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Tea Museum

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Echo Point

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Mattupetty Lake and Dam

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Periyar National Park

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What to budget for

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In this holiday plan

  • Breakfast
  • Welcome drinks on arrival
  • Bed Tea/Coffee
  • AC Sedan cab transportation with sightseeing as per the itinerary
  • Pickup and drop at Cochin airport or railway station

Plan for these extras

  • −All entry fees
  • −Camera fee
  • −Anything not mentioned in the itinerary
  • −Driver duty beyond 8 hours per day

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Good to know

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Local currencyIndian Rupee (₹)
Your starting price₹13,000

per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and hotel stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: houseboat or cruise, sightseeing vehicle.

When is the best time to visit Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey, Varkala?

Our travel experts advise the ideal window for Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey, Varkala when you request your tailored quote.

How many days is Munnar, a sharing houseboat, Jatayu and Varkala?

7 days and 6 nights, across 4 destinations.

Which places does Munnar, a sharing houseboat, Jatayu and Varkala cover?

Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey, Varkala. The day-by-day plan on this page shows exactly how the nights are split and how you travel between them.

What are the must-see highlights of Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey, Varkala?

Tea Museum; Echo Point; Mattupetty Lake and Dam; Periyar National Park; Alleppey houseboat; Tea Factory.

Who is Munnar, a sharing houseboat, Jatayu and Varkala best suited to?

Couples and pairs looking for a scenic Kerala holiday combining hill stations, backwaters and coastal relaxation.

Can this trip be customised to my dates and travellers?

Yes. Choose Customise this holiday, add your dates and travellers, and open your Shasa draft. Ask Shasa to add or remove stops, compare flights and hotels, and adjust activities before booking. Our travel experts can also help on WhatsApp.

How much does Munnar, a sharing houseboat, Jatayu and Varkala cost?

From ₹13,000 per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and hotel stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: houseboat or cruise, sightseeing vehicle.. This is a starting price. Choose Customise this holiday to enter your dates and travellers, compare available options in your draft and review the updated total before checkout.

What's included in this 6-night itinerary?

Breakfast; Welcome drinks on arrival; Bed Tea/Coffee; AC Sedan cab transportation with sightseeing as per the itinerary; Pickup and drop at Cochin airport or railway station. These describe the sample holiday. Review the inclusions of your chosen flights, stays and activities in the draft before booking.

What is not included in Munnar, a sharing houseboat, Jatayu and Varkala?

All entry fees; Camera fee; Anything not mentioned in the itinerary; Driver duty beyond 8 hours per day.

How do I book Munnar, a sharing houseboat, Jatayu and Varkala?

Choose Customise this holiday and tell Shasa your departure city, dates and travellers. Review the draft, choose your available flight and hotel options, and adjust the itinerary. Check the final price and each service's booking terms before continuing to checkout. Creating a draft does not make a booking.

Do I need a visa for Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey, Varkala?

Visa requirements depend on your passport, residence and destinations. Ask a NxVoy travel expert about the documents, timing and any visa-service charges for your trip before booking.

Starting price
₹13,000
per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and hotel stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: houseboat or cruise, sightseeing vehicle.
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