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Our Munnar Kumarakom houseboat package combines the hills of Munnar with the backwaters of Kumarakom and Alleppey. It is a relaxed 5-day trip, popular with honeymooners and families.

Discover the scenic beauty of Munnar, the tranquil backwaters of Kumarakom, and a magical houseboat stay in Alappuzha.Begin your journey with the misty hills and waterfalls of Munnar, exploring tea plantations, Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, and Eravikulam National Park. Continue to Kumarakom to enjoy its peaceful bird sanctuary and serene surroundings. Conclude your trip with an unforgettable overnight backwater cruise through paddy fields and village canals on a traditional houseboat.A perfect short getaway combining hill station charm and Kerala’s famous backwater experience.

Highlights of this Munnar Kumarakom houseboat package

  • Day 1: Arrival in Kochi & Drive to Munnar
  • Day 2: Munnar Sightseeing
  • Day 3: Munnar to Kumarakom
  • Day 4: Kumarakom to Alleppey Houseboat
  • Day 5: Alleppey to Kochi – Departure

Best Time to Visit & How to Reach

Best time to visit Kerala: September to March is ideal, with cool hills in Munnar and calm backwaters in Alleppey. December–January is peak season, so houseboats should be booked early. June–August is the monsoon season, when Kerala is greenest and prices are lowest.

How to reach: Cochin International Airport and Ernakulam railway station are the main starting points. For tours ending at Kovalam, Trivandrum airport and railway station are the drop points. We also arrange pickup from Coimbatore, Madurai and Bangalore.

Who Is This Munnar Kumarakom houseboat package For?

Families, couples, friends and senior citizens. Every part of the trip — hotel category, vehicle, sightseeing and pace — can be customised to your group and budget.

Why Book with South Indian Holidays?

We are a local tour operator based in Kodaikanal with over 10 years of experience in South India travel. Every Munnar Kumarakom houseboat package includes a verified hotel, a private cab with an experienced driver and 24×7 support on call and WhatsApp. Dates, hotels and sightseeing can all be customised — send us an enquiry or chat on WhatsApp for a free quote within 30 minutes.

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  • Day 1st: You are greeted on arrival at the COCHIN International Airport/ Railway Station and transfer to your resort at MUNNAR On your way visiting Cheyyappara and view point. Over night at MUNNAR.
  • Day 2nd: Morning, after breakfast, visiting, Mattupetty dam, echo point, Kundala Dam, Devikulam, Eravikulam National Park Overnight stay at MUNNAR.
  • Day 3rd: Morning, Proceed to KUMARAKOM check in to your resort by noon. Evening visiting KUMARAKOM bird sanctuary watch birds like Drongo, egrets, kingfisher etc. Over night stay at KUMARAKOM
  • Day 4th: Morning, Depart to ALAPPUZHA depart Check in to your House boat by noon, backwater cruises through paddy fields, narrow canals and backwater villages. Over night stay at HOUSEBOAT
  • Day 5th: It's time to bid farewell; drive to COCHIN airport/railway stations assist you with all check in formalities

Itineraries

Day 1

Arrival in Kochi & Drive to Munnar

Pick up from Cochin airport / Ernakulam railway station and drive to Munnar (approx. 4 hrs) via Cheeyappara and Valara waterfalls. Check in to the resort. Evening at leisure among the tea gardens. Overnight stay in Munnar.

Day 2

Munnar Sightseeing

After breakfast, visit Eravikulam National Park (Nilgiri Tahr), Tea Museum, Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, Kundala Lake and Top Station viewpoint. Evening shopping for tea and spices in Munnar town. Overnight stay in Munnar.

Day 3

Munnar to Kumarakom

After breakfast, drive to Kumarakom (approx. 4.5 hrs). Check in to a lakeside resort on Vembanad Lake. Evening sunset canoe ride / village walk. Overnight stay in Kumarakom.

Day 4

Kumarakom to Alleppey Houseboat

After breakfast, visit Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary and drive to Alleppey. Board your private houseboat by noon and cruise the backwaters with lunch, evening snacks and dinner on board. Overnight stay in the houseboat.

Day 5

Alleppey to Kochi – Departure

Disembark from the houseboat after breakfast and drive to Cochin airport / Ernakulam railway station (approx. 2 hrs) for your onward journey. Tour ends with happy memories.

  • 🏨 04 Nights accommodation in well-rated hotels/resorts (2 Nights Munnar, 1 Night Kumarakom, 1 Night Alleppey Houseboat).
  • 🍽️ Daily breakfast at the hotels; all meals on the houseboat (lunch, evening tea/snacks, dinner and next-day breakfast).
  • 🚗 Private AC vehicle (Sedan / SUV / Tempo Traveller based on group size) for all transfers and sightseeing as per itinerary.
  • 📍 Pickup and drop at the airport / railway station / bus stand mentioned in the itinerary.
  • 🛣️ Driver allowance, fuel, toll, parking and interstate permit charges.
  • 🧾 All applicable hotel taxes.
  • 📞 24×7 on-trip support from our travel team on call and WhatsApp.
  • ✈️ Flight, train or bus tickets to the starting point.
  • 🎟️ Entry tickets, boating, safari, camera fees and activity charges.
  • 🍛 Lunch and dinner (except on the houseboat), unless mentioned.
  • 🛎️ Personal expenses such as laundry, phone calls, tips, room service and shopping.
  • 🧥 Travel insurance.
  • 📅 Peak season / festival surcharge (Christmas, New Year, Pongal, Diwali, long weekends).
  • ❓ Anything not mentioned in "Inclusions".

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The package includes 4 nights' hotel stay (2 Nights Munnar, 1 Night Kumarakom, 1 Night Alleppey Houseboat), daily breakfast, all meals on the houseboat, a private AC vehicle with driver for all transfers and sightseeing, tolls, parking, driver allowance and hotel taxes. Entry tickets, activities, lunch and dinner are not included unless mentioned.

The tour starts with pickup from Cochin airport / Ernakulam railway station and ends with drop at Cochin airport / Ernakulam railway station. Pickup from other cities can be arranged on request at an extra cost.

September to March is ideal for the hills, backwaters and beaches. December–January is peak season, so book early; June–August is the green monsoon season with lower prices.

Yes. Dates, hotel category, vehicle type, number of days and sightseeing can all be customised. Send us an enquiry or WhatsApp us on +91 75678 91018 for a free custom quote.

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