Kerala Backwaters & Ayurveda Retreat
About this package
Drift through Kerala's emerald backwaters on a traditional houseboat, breathe in the spice-laden air of Munnar's tea gardens, and rejuvenate with authentic Ayurveda treatments. This 7-night journey through God's Own Country is the perfect blend of nature, culture, and wellness.
Highlights
- Overnight houseboat on Alleppey backwaters
- Munnar tea garden walks and plantation tour
- Authentic Kerala Ayurveda massage sessions
- Kathakali classical dance performance
- Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary boat safari
- Cooking class — Kerala sadya & seafood
- Kovalam beach sunset
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrive Kochi – Queen of the Arabian Sea
Arrive at Kochi airport. Transfer to heritage hotel in Fort Kochi. Evening walk through Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue, and iconic Chinese Fishing Nets at sunset.
Meals: Dinner
Stay: Heritage Hotel, Fort Kochi
Kochi Sightseeing & Kathakali Show
Visit St. Francis Church (where Vasco da Gama was buried), Santa Cruz Cathedral, and the colourful spice market. Evening Kathakali dance performance.
Meals: Breakfast
Stay: Heritage Hotel, Fort Kochi
Drive to Munnar – Tea Garden Paradise
Drive up into the Western Ghats to Munnar. En route visit Cheeyappara Waterfalls. Afternoon tea estate walk at a working plantation.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Stay: Tea Garden Resort, Munnar
Munnar Hills & Eravikulam National Park
Visit Eravikulam National Park (home to the endangered Nilgiri Tahr). Afternoon trek to Top Station for panoramic views. Cooking class — learn to make Kerala fish curry.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Stay: Tea Garden Resort, Munnar
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
Drive to Thekkady. Boat safari on Periyar Lake spotting elephants, bison, and deer. Evening spice garden tour and traditional Kerala dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Stay: Jungle Resort, Thekkady
Alleppey Houseboat – Backwaters of Kerala
Drive to Alleppey. Board your private kettuvallam houseboat for an overnight cruise through the labyrinthine backwaters. Fresh Kerala meals prepared by your onboard chef.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Stay: Private Houseboat, Alleppey
Backwaters to Kovalam & Departure
Morning on the houseboat watching villages wake up. Disembark and transfer to Thiruvananthapuram. Afternoon at Kovalam Beach. Evening departure.
Meals: Breakfast
What's Included
- 7 nights accommodation (heritage hotel, tea garden resort, jungle resort, overnight houseboat)
- Daily breakfast + select meals as per itinerary
- All transfers by private AC vehicle
- Overnight private houseboat with all meals
- Kathakali performance entry
- Eravikulam National Park entry and boat safari
- Periyar Lake boat safari
- Spice garden tour
- Kerala cooking class
- English-speaking local guide
Not Included
- Airfare
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Ayurveda treatments (optional, available at resort)
- Tips