Classic Kerala: Hills & Backwaters
The full sweep, gently paced.
The journey
The complete Kerala sweep across six days — old Kochi, the tea hills, spice forest and the backwaters — with enough time in each to actually feel it. Our signature first-timer’s journey.
What makes it special
Fort Kochi history
Old streets, spice trade and a Kathakali night.
Munnar & Thekkady
Tea ridges and cardamom forest.
Houseboat night
A private boat on the backwaters.
Well-paced
Two nights where it matters, no dawn dashes.
Day by day
A guide to the rhythm — every day flexes to your pace.
Day 1
Arrive Fort Kochi
Met at Kochi; old-town walk and an evening Kathakali performance.
Day 2
Kochi to Munnar
Up into the tea country through spice hills.
Day 3
Munnar at leisure
Estate walks, viewpoints and cool air.
Day 4
Munnar to Thekkady
Over to Periyar — spice garden and lakeside evening.
Day 5
Thekkady to houseboat
Down to Alleppey and onto your private houseboat at sunset.
Day 6
Backwater morning & out
A slow breakfast cruise, then transfer to Kochi.
What’s included
- Handpicked stays throughout, on twin-sharing
- Daily breakfast (and dinner where noted)
- Private air-conditioned car with chauffeur
- All transfers, sightseeing and toll/parking
- A dedicated Lumiere trip planner on call
- Welcome assistance on arrival in Kochi
Not included
- Flights and any airfare
- Lunches and personal expenses
- Entry fees at monuments/parks unless noted
- Anything not listed under inclusions
A glimpse
Good to know
Is this a fixed package or can we change it?
Every itinerary here is a starting point. Tell us your dates, pace and interests and we reshape it entirely around you — nights, stays and stops all flex.
What does the price include?
Stays on twin-sharing, daily breakfast, a private car with driver, all transfers and sightseeing, and a planner on call. Flights and lunches are separate. A precise quote follows your enquiry.
When is the best time to travel?
October to March is clearest and coolest. June to September brings the lush, quiet green season — lovely for couples and wellness stays.
This package is a ready-made starting point for our Cultural Kerala signature journey — read how we shape the full experience.
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