Kerala
Kerala Backwater Escape
Starting from
$ 430 / person
Starting price per person, based on double occupancy. Final pricing may vary based on travel dates, hotel availability, flights, room category and customisation. Converted prices are indicative and may vary with exchange rates.
Journey Overview
A Closer Look at Kerala Backwater Escape
Across 6 days and 5 nights, the Kerala Backwater Escape traces a thoughtfully paced route through Kochi, Munnar and Alleppey — a signature Embassy Hospitality itinerary shaped for travellers who want Kerala's essential character without piecing the logistics together themselves. Every transfer, guide and check-in is arranged ahead of time, so the only real decision left is what to notice first.
Expect an overnight stay aboard a traditional Kerala houseboat, alongside misty tea-garden mornings in Munnar and a relaxed pace suited to first-time visitors to Kerala. It's a journey designed around culture and wellness travel — tailored to feel private and unhurried rather than run to a fixed script.
Accommodation throughout is 4-star, chosen for comfort and location as much as atmosphere, and each day moves at a pace that leaves room to genuinely experience Kerala rather than rush past it. Whether this is a first visit to South India or a return trip, our team remains a single point of contact from arrival through departure.
Day by Day
Itinerary
Private transfer to your hotel; evening at leisure, with an optional Kathakali dance performance.
What's Included
- 5 nights across hill and backwater stays, including one houseboat night
- Daily breakfast; full board while on the houseboat
- Private air-conditioned vehicle throughout
- Airport pickup and drop-off
- Local guide for Fort Kochi and Munnar excursions
What's Not Included
- International and domestic flights unless explicitly stated
- Personal expenses and shopping
- Visa fees and travel insurance unless stated as included
- Optional activities not listed under Inclusions
- Anything not mentioned under "What's Included"
Where You'll Stay
Hotels & Accommodation
This journey is arranged with 4-Star accommodation throughout — well-appointed hotels with attentive service and comfortable rooms — a genuinely restful base after a day of sightseeing, and the standard we recommend for most first-time visitors to India. Exact properties are confirmed at the time of booking, based on availability and your preferences.
Experience Gallery
A Glimpse of Kerala
The Route
Your Journey at a Glance
A stylised route overview — exact driving and flight routing is confirmed with your detailed itinerary.
Good to Know
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the price shown final?
The price shown is a starting price per person based on double occupancy. Final pricing may vary based on travel dates, hotel availability, flights, room category and any customisation you request.
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