TreknTours Leisure
6 Days Kerala Backwaters & Hills
The most dependable Kerala first-timer route with city context, hills and a classic houseboat or backwater stay.
Itinerary snapshot
Duration
6 Days / 5 Nights
Route
Kochi – Munnar – Alappuzha
Ideal for
couples and families
Why choose this route
This itinerary is designed for travellers who want a well-paced Kerala holiday with comfortable routing, sensible overnight stops and flexibility on hotels and experiences. It can be shortened, extended or upgraded around arrival city, season and travel preferences.
Best time: September to March is the classic season, while monsoon months can work beautifully for wellness and greener landscapes.
Travel style: couples and families
Day-wise outline
Day 1
Arrive in Kochi. Check in, slow down after the journey and ease into the trip with heritage quarters, dining and an easy gateway city.
Day 2
Explore Kochi in more detail, focusing on heritage quarters, dining and an easy gateway city.
Day 3
Travel from Kochi to Munnar. Check in and keep the evening easy so the route never feels rushed.
Day 4
Explore Munnar through tea country, cool air and soft mountain scenery.
Day 5
Travel from Munnar to Alappuzha. Check in and keep the evening easy so the route never feels rushed.
Day 6
Departure from Alappuzha or continue with a custom extension arranged by TreknTours.
What TreknTours can customise
Stay style
Budget, premium, heritage, boutique, family-friendly or luxury stays can be arranged depending on destination and season.
Transport comfort
Private car, airport transfers, selected rail segments, ferry sectors or flight combinations can be built into the final holiday plan.
Experience focus
TreknTours can rebalance the plan around family sightseeing, honeymoon pace, wildlife, spirituality, food, scenic drives, premium stays or a slower holiday rhythm.
Trip extensions
TreknTours can also connect this itinerary with nearby states, extra nights or a softer resort finish where it makes sense.
Plan this Kerala itinerary with TreknTours
Use this itinerary as a starting point and let TreknTours build the final version around your travel dates, group type, hotel preference and preferred pace.