10 Days – Kerala Backwaters & Culture Tour

Kochi • Munnar • Thekkady • Alleppey • Kumarakom • Marari

A Deep Dive into Kerala’s Culture, Nature & Waterways

The Kerala Backwaters & Culture Tour is ideal for travelers from the United States who want a deeper, slower, and more immersive South Indian experience—combining heritage towns, hill stations, spice regions, serene backwaters, and coastal life.

This thoughtfully designed journey offers a perfect balance of culture, nature, relaxation, and authentic local experiences.

Tour Overview

• Duration: 10 Days / 9 Nights
• Destinations: Kochi – Munnar – Thekkady – Alleppey – Kumarakom – Marari Beach
• Travel Style: Private & Customized Tour
• Best For: Culture lovers, slow travelers, couples, mature travelers

Day-wise Highlights

Day 1 – Arrival in Kochi

• Arrival & private transfer
• Leisure evening
• Traditional Kathakali & Kalaripayattu performance

Overnight: Kochi

Day 2 – Kochi Cultural Heritage

• Fort Kochi walking tour
• Chinese Fishing Nets
• Mattancherry Palace & Jew Town

Overnight: Kochi

Day 3 – Kochi → Munnar

• Scenic drive through Western Ghats
• Tea plantations & waterfalls

Overnight: Munnar

Day 4 – Munnar: Tea & Nature

• Tea Museum visit
• Eravikulam National Park
• Leisure nature walks

Overnight: Munnar

Day 5 – Munnar → Thekkady

• Drive to spice hills
• Guided spice plantation tour
• Optional Periyar Lake boat safari

Overnight: Thekkady

Day 6 – Thekkady → Alleppey (Backwaters)

• Transfer to Alleppey
• Private deluxe houseboat cruise
• Traditional Kerala cuisine on board

Overnight: Houseboat

Day 7 – Alleppey → Kumarakom

• Morning backwater cruise
• Drive to Kumarakom
• Village walk & bird sanctuary visit

Overnight: Kumarakom

Day 8 – Kumarakom: Culture & Relaxation

• Village life experience
• Optional Ayurveda massage
• Sunset by Vembanad Lake

Overnight: Kumarakom

Day 9 – Kumarakom → Marari Beach

• Transfer to Marari
• Leisure beach time
• Cultural interactions with fishing community

Overnight: Marari

Day 10 – Departure

• Private transfer to Kochi Airport
• End of Kerala cultural journey

Accommodation Options

• Heritage hotels
• Tea estate resorts
• Luxury houseboats
• Backwater & beach resorts

What’s Included

• Private air-conditioned vehicle
• English-speaking local guides
• Houseboat with meals
• Cultural experiences & sightseeing
• Airport transfers
• 24/7 support

Why Choose This Kerala Tour?

• Slow & immersive travel pace
• Authentic cultural encounters
• Diverse landscapes in one trip
• Ideal for long-haul USA travelers