Overview
The Backwater Tour of Kerala boasts a plethora of tourist attractions that will capture the heart of any traveler in search of unparalleled beauty. Greenedge Holidays offers a comprehensive Munnar Kerala Backwater Tour package that includes visits to Munnar, Thekkady, Kumarakom, and Cochin. Kerala is renowned for its unspoiled, natural locations that are sure to enchant any nature lover with its backwaters, beaches, waterfalls, hills, and wildlife. Discover the best Kerala Backwater Tour Package now with Greenedge Holidays.
Munnar, one of Kerala’s top hill stations nestled in the Western Ghats, is a must-see destination. A visit to Eravikulam National Park, home to the endangered mountain goat – Nilgiri Tahr, is an essential part of any Munnar sightseeing trip. The Mattupetty Dam will leave you spellbound, while Echo Point, Anamudi Peak, and Top Station are all stunning sights that must be seen to be believed. Book your Munnar Holiday Package now with Greenedge Holidays.
Thekkady Wildlife Tour is a chance to explore the Periyar forests, one of India’s premier wildlife reserves. Scattered throughout the district are picturesque plantations and hill towns that offer stunning trails for treks and mountain walks. It is one of the oldest tiger reserves in the country, and the forests of Periyar are home to endangered species such as White Tigers. Book your Thekkady Wildlife Tour Package with Greenedge Holidays today.
Kumarakom Backwater Tour is a journey through paddy fields, mangroves lining meandering lagoons, and coconut palms dotting the landscape. The backwaters of Kumarakom offer a scenic treat like no other. Of course, the most important reason for taking a Kerala Backwater Tour is to enjoy a boat ride on the famous brackish backwaters of Kerala, which run parallel to the Arabian Sea and offer glimpses of the vast ocean. A ride on the Vembanad Lake is a must during your Backwater Tour Package with Greenedge Holidays.
Itinerary
Day 1: Cochin Arrival – Fort Kochi Sightseeing (40kms-1hrs) Welcome to the beautiful state of Kerala. Upon your arrival at Cochin Airport, our representative from Greenedge Holidays will warmly welcome you and assist you with your transfer to the hotel. Check-in at the hotel and get ready for a half-day city sightseeing tour of Fort Kochi. This tour will cover major attractions such as St. Francis Church, Chinese fishing nets, Santa Cruz Basilica, Jewish Synagogue, Jewish Street, and Mattancherry Palace/Dutch Palace. Your stay for the day will be in Cochin. (Note: Dutch Palace and Jewish Synagogue remain closed on Fridays and Saturdays).
Day 2: Visit to Munnar (150Kms-4hrs) Start your day with a delicious breakfast and get ready for the Munnar Holiday Package. Munnar is a picturesque town located in the Western Ghats of South India. It is famous for its mist-clad rolling mountains, extensive tea gardens, sanctuaries, and above all, its pleasant climate. Enroute to Munnar, enjoy the stunning views of Cheeyappara and Valara waterfalls. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel and spend the rest of the day amidst nature. Your stay for the day will be in Munnar.
Day 3: Sightseeing of Munnar After a satisfying breakfast, visit the Eravikulam National Park, where you can witness the famous Nilagiri Thar. Later, proceed to Mattupetty and Kundala Dam for a boating experience through the reservoir flanked with tea gardens on one side and boundless grassland on the other. Also, explore the popular Echo Point and Tea Museum, along with the Shooting Point. Your stay for the day will be in Munnar.
Day 4: Thekkady Wildlife Tour After breakfast, drive to Thekkady, a popular destination among nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel and get ready to explore the diverse attractions of Thekkady, such as the wildlife sanctuary, hill station, and spice plantation. Enjoy a wildlife cruise over the Periyar Lake to witness wild animals. You can also indulge in delightful and thrilling activities such as a spice plantation tour, bamboo rafting, jungle trekking, and elephant rides. Don’t miss out on the chance to visit the local spice market for buying handicrafts and fresh spices. Your stay for the day will be in Thekkady.
Day 5: Kerala Backwater of Kumarakom After breakfast, proceed to Kumarakom, one of the best backwater destinations in Kerala. Check-in at your Greenedge Holidays backwater resort and relax in the comforts of your room. The Vembanad Lake of Kumarakom Backwater is blessed with majestic channels, streams, and distributaries that weave an intricate and delightful network. The Kumarakom bird sanctuary is also a significant attraction, where you can observe a profusion of all sorts of birds, including domestic birds like cuckoo, wild duck, egret, darters, herons, teal, and water bird, as well as the Siberian stork that migrates to this area every year. Your stay for the day will be in Kumarakom.
Day 6: Kumarakom to Cochin Enjoy a delicious breakfast and pack your bags with a promise to visit this part of the world again. Check-out from the hotel and proceed to Cochin Airport on time to board your flight back home. Your tour of Kerala Backwater with Greenedge Holidays comes to an end. Bon Voyage!
Inclusion & Exclusion
Greenedge Holidays offers well-appointed room accommodations at the base category hotel on a twin or triple sharing basis. Guests will enjoy a daily buffet or fixed menu breakfast at the hotel and delicious Kerala cuisine meals during their houseboat stay. A comfortable A/C Indigo or small sedan vehicle will be provided for all transfers and sightseeing to the listed destinations for 2-3 pax. All applicable hotel taxes are included.
Please note that the package cost excludes any meals apart from those mentioned, Christmas Eve Gala Dinner and Gala Dinner, airfare or train fare, mandatory Christmas and New Year Eve Gala Dinners (which will be charged extra), entrance fees to amusement parks and boating charges not included in the inclusions, portage at airports and hotels, tips, insurance, wine, mineral water, telephone charges, and all items of personal nature. Any services not specifically mentioned in the inclusions, and expenses caused by factors beyond our control like rail and flight delays, roadblocks, vehicle malfunctions, political disturbances, etc.
It’s important to note that the above package is only an offer and not a confirmation. We will proceed with the booking only after receiving confirmation from you. In case the hotels mentioned are unavailable, we will provide alternate hotels of a similar category. Check-in time at the hotel is 14.00 hrs, and check-out time is 11.00hrs. Booking confirmation is subject to availability, and the above rates are valid for the mentioned period only. The Eravikulam National Park, Munnar, will remain closed from 01 Feb to the first half of April every year.
For guests interested in Kerala Houseboat services, please note that the check-in time is 12.00 hrs, and check-out time is 09.00 hrs. Houseboats will be stationed at one place from 6:00 pm to 8:00 am the next day due to government restrictions. Each houseboat comes with a navigator, cook, and a helper. In Deluxe category Houseboats, A/C will be operational from 9.00 pm to 6.00 am the next day. In Premium Houseboats, A/C will be operational as per guest request anytime. No two houseboats are of the same size and quality, and the interiors of each houseboat vary. Houseboats are for exclusive use and are not shared by other guests unless specified. Guests are requested to carry mosquito and insect repellents since the boat is anchored along the waterway at night. Always keep the door of the bedroom and washroom closed to avoid mosquitoes and insects. The choice of food is limited, and mostly South Indian cuisine is served. The quality of the houseboat cannot be compared with that of hotels, where the guests were staying previously. Houseboat rooms are small in size and have basic amenities.
Terms & Conditions
Payment Terms for Greenedge Holidays:
For Normal Period:
- 30 days or more before departure: 25% of total cost as advance booking fee.
- 29-16 days before departure: 50% of total cost as advance booking fee.
- Less than 15 days before departure: 100% of total cost as advance booking fee.
For Peak Period and Long Weekends (Please check with us):
- At the time of booking/confirmation: 50% of total cost as advance booking fee.
- After 05-07 days of booking/confirmation: 50% of total cost as advance booking fee.
- Less than 15 days before departure: 100% of total cost as advance booking fee.
Cancellation Policy:
- Package can be cancelled with written mail from the person making the booking.
- The minimum cancellation (processing fees) is Rs. 1500.00 per head per tour.
- For Normal Period:
- 45-20 days prior to tour start date: 25% of full tour cost.
- 19-10 days prior to tour start date: 50% of full tour cost.
- 09-06 days prior to tour start date: 75% of full tour cost.
- 05-00 days/No show: 100% of full tour cost.
- Except for Peak Season and Long Weekends (Please check with us):
- The minimum cancellation (processing fees) is Rs. 2000.00 per head per tour.
- 45-30 days prior to tour start date: 50% of full tour cost.
- 29-10 days prior to tour start date: 75% of full tour cost.
- 09-00 days/No show: 100% of full tour cost.
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