The Journey at a Glance
Experience Kerala in comfort on a seven-day luxury journey featuring premium resorts, private chauffeur-driven transfers, scenic hill stations, spice country and an exclusive backwater stay. This package allows travellers to enjoy the region at a relaxed pace while combining refined accommodation with authentic local experiences.
Signature Experiences
Unforgettable highlights and private encounters included in this journey:
Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary
Carefully paced for relaxation, cultural immersion, and private discovery:
Meet your chauffeur at Cochin Airport and transfer to your selected hotel. Depending on your arrival time, explore Fort Kochi's historic quarter, waterfront and colonial-era streets. Enjoy a relaxed evening at the hotel or arrange a special dining experience.
After breakfast, travel to Munnar through lush countryside and the Western Ghats. Pause at scenic viewpoints and waterfalls when conditions permit. On arrival, check into your selected premium resort, where you can spend the evening enjoying mountain views and the property's facilities.
After breakfast, explore Munnar's tea plantations, viewpoints and selected attractions. Visit a tea museum or tea experience centre where available. Explore Mattupetty Dam and surrounding scenic areas, subject to access and weather. The afternoon is free for a spa treatment, a guided plantation walk or simply relaxing at the resort.
Depart after breakfast for Thekkady, known for spice plantations and the forests around Periyar. Check into your resort and visit a local spice plantation with a guide. Learn about cardamom, pepper, cloves and other regional crops. Optional activities may include a cultural performance or an authorised nature programme.
After breakfast, drive to Alleppey and board your selected premium houseboat. Cruise through the backwaters, observing local villages, canals, paddy fields and coconut palms. Enjoy onboard meals and time to relax in your private accommodation.
After breakfast and disembarkation, return to Cochin. Depending on your interests, enjoy heritage sightseeing, boutique shopping or an optional culinary experience. The evening is free for a relaxed dinner.
Enjoy breakfast and a private transfer to Cochin Airport. Your luxury Kerala holiday concludes.
Accommodation Categories
Choose your preferred standard of comfort and luxury, with handpicked properties across every destination:
Comfort (3★)
Comfortable 3-star handpicked plantation stays and boutique hotels with prime locations, verified cleanliness, and authentic hospitality.
Deluxe (4★)
Quality 4-star mountain resorts, premium backwater retreats and deluxe private houseboats with full modern amenities.
Luxury (5★)
World-class 5-star luxury resorts (Taj, Kumarakom Lake Resort, Windflower), elite private pool villas, and ultra-luxury houseboats.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Six nights of accommodation in selected premium categories
- Daily breakfast
- Houseboat stay and all meals according to selected plan
- Private air-conditioned chauffeur-driven vehicle
- Airport transfers in Cochin
- Driver charges, tolls and parking
- Sightseeing as described
- Personalised arrangements confirmed before travel
- Flights and travel insurance
- Entrance tickets and optional activities
- Meals not specified
- Spa treatments, premium beverages and personal purchases
- Naturalist, specialist guide or experience fees unless confirmed
- Tips and separately charged taxes
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes this a luxury package?
The package focuses on higher accommodation categories, private transportation, flexible sightseeing and the option to add premium experiences.
Can all hotels be upgraded to five-star properties?
Yes, subject to destination-specific availability and the final quotation.
Are luxury houseboats air-conditioned?
Many offer air-conditioned bedrooms, but operating hours and air-conditioning arrangements vary by boat. Confirm the exact specification when booking.
Can we arrange a private guide?
Yes. A qualified local guide can be arranged for selected sightseeing locations at an additional cost if not included in the quotation.
