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5 Days in God's Own Country

Kochi → Alleppey → Kumarakom → Munnar → Thekkady

5 Days in God's Own Country

Route

Kochi → Alleppey → Kumarakom → Munnar → Thekkady

Duration

5 nights

Best time

September–March

From

from ~$600/person · est.

Quick answer

This trip covers Kochi → Alleppey → Kumarakom → Munnar → Thekkady over 5 nights and is best from September–March. Open it in Tripmojo to customise the days, stays and activities and plan it together with everyone travelling.

About this trip

Experience the lush tranquility of Kerala, from serene backwater cruises to the misty, aromatic tea plantations of the Western Ghats.

Places to visit

Kumarakom
Kumarakom

Itinerary

  1. Kochi

    1 night

    A historic port city where colonial charm meets vibrant local culture.

  2. Alleppey

    1 night

    The heart of Kerala's famous backwaters, best explored from the deck of a traditional boat.

  3. Kumarakom

    1 night

    A peaceful sanctuary of greenery and avian life nestled along the banks of a vast lake.

  4. Munnar

    1 night

    A cool, verdant hill station famous for its sprawling, mist-covered tea estates.

  5. Thekkady

    1 night

    A wild frontier where dense forests and aromatic spice farms offer a sensory adventure.

Good to know

  • ☀️Best TimeSeptember to March for pleasant weather.
  • 💰CurrencyIndian Rupee (INR)
  • 🚗Getting AroundHire private taxis for inter-city travel.

Frequently asked questions

How many days is this Kerala Backwaters itinerary?

This itinerary runs 5 nights across 5 stops — Kochi → Alleppey → Kumarakom → Munnar → Thekkady. You can shorten or extend it in the Tripmojo app.

When is the best time for this trip?

The best time for this Kerala Backwaters is September–March.

How much does this trip cost?

A rough budget is $600–$900/person, excluding international flights. The exact cost depends on the season, hotels and activities you choose.

What places does this itinerary include?

Highlights include Fort Kochi, Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Vembanad Lake, Munnar Tea Gardens, Spice Plantations, plus the stops and activities in the day-by-day plan above.

Can I customise this itinerary?

Yes. Open it in the Tripmojo app to change the days, hotels, activities and pace, add flights and stays, and plan it together with everyone on the trip.

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Ananya SethiTravel Writer, Tripmojo
Ananya Sethi writes travel guides at Tripmojo, covering visas, planning and destinations. She turns messy trip research into clear, practical advice you can act on.

Compiled from Tripmojo’s curated trip data and reviewed by our editorial team before publishing.

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