Authentic Kerala in 5 Days: Munnar - Thekkady - Kumarakom4 Night 5 Days

Cochin - Munnar - Thekkady - Kumarakom

Tour Itinerary

Authentic Kerala in 5 Days – Handpicked Homestay Tour with Local Charm

Experience the real soul of Kerala with this 5-day homestay journey, specially curated by Homestays Munnar. Starting from the misty hills of Munnar, through the spice-scented greenery of Thekkady, and ending in the peaceful backwaters of Kumarakom, this tour offers an enriching alternative to typical hotel stays. Each destination features traditional Kerala homestays where you will be welcomed by local families, savor home-cooked meals, and unwind in eco-friendly surroundings.

Explore must- visit sites like Eravikulam National Park, Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, and the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, all while enjoying the warm, personal touch of homestay hospitality. Perfect for nature lovers, cultural explorers, and slow travelers, this itinerary offers scenic drives, wildlife spotting, boating, and authentic moments that hotel packages often miss.

Day 1

Cochin

Day 1: Cochin – Munnar

* You will be picked up from Cochin Airport or Railway Station by our driver-cum- guide in the assigned vehicle and proceed to Munnar.
* En route, enjoy the scenic drive through the Western Ghats and visit the Valara and Cheeyappara Waterfalls.
* On arrival in Munnar, check in to the homestay and relax in the comfort of a serene local setting.
* Overnight stay at the homestay in Munnar.

Day 2

Munnar

Day 2: Munnar Sightseeing

* After breakfast, proceed for a full day of sightseeing in and around Munnar.
* Visit Rajamalai (Eravikulam National Park) to see the endangered Nilgiri Tahr.
* Continue to Mattupetty Dam for boating, then visit Echo Point and Kundala Lake for a Shikara-style boat ride.
* Return to the homestay and enjoy the local hospitality. Overnight stay at the homestay in Munnar.

Day 3

Thekkady

Day 3: Munnar – Thekkady

* After breakfast, check out from the homestay and proceed to Thekkady.
* On arrival, check in to the homestay surrounded by lush spice plantations.
* Enjoy boating at Periyar Lake to spot wildlife, followed by optional visits to a cultural show, elephant camp, or a spice garden.
* Overnight stay at the homestay in Thekkady.

Day 4

Kumarakom

Day 4: Thekkady – Kumarakom

* After breakfast, check out and proceed to Kumarakom, a charming village on the Vembanad Lake.
* Check into the backwater homestay on arrival.
* Visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, a paradise for birdwatchers and nature lovers.
* Enjoy optional activities like boating and fishing on the serene backwaters.
* Overnight stay at the homestay in Kumarakom.