Luxury Group Voyage to Kerala

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Arrive in Cochin (Kochi), where the group will be met according to the confirmed arrival arrangements. Once everyone is assembled, begin the road journey towards Munnar. Leaving Kochi's urban surroundings behind, the route gradually enters greener countryside before climbing into the Western Ghats.

The scenery becomes increasingly mountainous as the road passes forested slopes, plantation areas and small settlements. Closer to Munnar, extensive tea plantations spread across the hills in carefully maintained patterns. Suitable scenic stops can be made where road, weather and timing conditions allow, giving the group opportunities to enjoy the changing landscape together.

Arrive in Munnar and check into the hotel or resort. The remainder of the day is kept relatively easy after the arrival and hill drive, allowing everyone time to settle in and enjoy the cooler climate. If daylight permits, take a short local drive through nearby tea-growing areas before returning to the hotel. Overnight stay in Munnar.

After breakfast, begin with Eravikulam National Park, subject to seasonal opening, visitor limits and official park regulations. The protected high-altitude landscape is associated with the Nilgiri tahr and the distinctive grasslands of the Western Ghats. As this is a natural habitat, sightings of wildlife depend entirely on conditions and cannot be guaranteed.

Continue towards Mattupetty Dam, where the reservoir is surrounded by rolling hills and plantation scenery. Proceed to Echo Point, another popular stop where water, hills and surrounding vegetation create a pleasant highland setting. Travelling between these attractions also provides further views of Munnar's characteristic tea-covered slopes.

Later, visit a suitable tea museum or tea-related visitor centre, subject to opening schedules. Learn about the history and processing of tea in the region before spending some free time in Munnar. Return to the hotel after sightseeing and enjoy the evening with the group at leisure. Overnight stay in Munnar.

After breakfast, check out and begin the journey towards Thekkady (Periyar). The road continues through the Western Ghats, with tea-growing landscapes gradually giving way to mixed plantations, spice-growing areas and forested slopes. The winding drive provides a scenic connection between two of Kerala's best-known highland destinations.

On arrival, check into the hotel or resort and later visit a spice plantation. Depending on the plantation and season, see crops such as cardamom, pepper, cinnamon and cloves while learning about their cultivation. The visit provides practical context for Kerala's historic importance in the international spice trade.

Later, spend time around Periyar Tiger Reserve and Periyar Lake. An authorised boat ride can be taken when included and available, offering views of the forested landscape from the reservoir. Wildlife sightings depend entirely on natural conditions and are never guaranteed. Any reserve activity remains subject to permits and forest regulations. Overnight stay in Thekkady.

After breakfast, leave Thekkady and descend from the Western Ghats towards Alleppey (Alappuzha). The day's drive reveals one of Kerala's most noticeable landscape transitions. Forested hills and plantation country gradually give way to coconut groves, low-lying agricultural land and an increasing number of canals and waterways.

On arrival in Alleppey, board the confirmed houseboat or check into the selected backwater accommodation. When a houseboat or cruise is included, begin travelling through the Alleppey Backwaters, where canals, lakes and narrow waterways pass through a landscape shaped by water-based transport and agriculture.

Observe paddy fields, coconut-lined banks, local boats and waterside homes as the cruise progresses along its operational route. The exact waterways covered depend on local navigation and water conditions. As evening approaches, settle into the quieter rhythm of the backwaters and enjoy the group stay in this distinctive part of Kerala. Overnight stay in Alleppey.

Wake up amid the backwater surroundings and enjoy breakfast according to the confirmed accommodation arrangement. Houseboat guests can continue through selected waterways before disembarking at the scheduled point. Meet the driver and travel towards Cochin, moving from rural backwater landscapes into Kerala's historic port city.

After arrival, begin sightseeing in Fort Kochi with St. Francis Church, one of the area's important historic buildings. Continue to the waterfront and see the traditional Chinese Fishing Nets, whose large cantilevered structures remain closely associated with Kochi. Walk through the nearby heritage streets before proceeding towards Mattancherry.

Visit Mattancherry Palace (Dutch Palace), subject to opening hours, and walk through Jew Town with its old trading buildings and spice shops. Visit the Paradesi Synagogue when open and accessible. After completing the day's sightseeing, transfer to the hotel and enjoy the final evening of the group tour at leisure. Overnight stay in Cochin.

After breakfast, spend the morning according to the group's confirmed onward travel schedule. If departure is later in the day, additional time can be used around Fort Kochi, the Chinese Fishing Nets or the historic streets of Mattancherry, particularly if any important attraction could not be covered comfortably on the previous day.

Travellers may also use the available time for optional shopping for spices, handicrafts or locally produced souvenirs. Purchases remain entirely optional, and the departure programme will take priority so that sufficient time is available for airport or railway station formalities.

At the appropriate time, transfer to Cochin International Airport or railway station for the onward journey. The six-day group voyage concludes after connecting Munnar's tea plantations, Eravikulam National Park, Thekkady's spice plantations and Periyar Lake, the Alleppey Backwaters, and the historic landmarks of Fort Kochi.