5 Days in God's Own Country

Trip Idea

5 Days in God's Own Country

Kochi → Alleppey → Kumarakom → Munnar → Thekkady

5 stops5 nightsBest: September–March

Route

Kochi → Alleppey → Kumarakom → Munnar → Thekkady

Duration

5 nights

Best time

September–March

From

from ~$600/person · est.

By Hannah Whitfield · Updated May 20, 2025

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

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.

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