Kerala India Holidays 2026/2027 | Alleppey Houseboats, Munnar Tea & Beaches
Slow down in 'God's Own Country' across Kerala with Tucan Holidays UK. Glide through tranquil Alleppey lagoons aboard luxury private houseboats and breathe cool Munnar tea hills.
Flights & 5★ Hotel:Included
Deposit:£99pp
Instalments:0% APR Monthly
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Why Kerala is a Must-Visit for UK Travellers
Lush, calm, and deeply restorative, southern India's Kerala feels wonderfully worlds apart from bustling northern bazaars. Drift gently beneath coconut palms across Alleppey's emerald backwater canals aboard a private teak kettuvallam houseboat staffed by your own Keralan chef, smell cardamom & mist atop Munnar's rolling green tea valleys, and finish barefoot along serene Arabian Sea beaches at Marari.
Insider Tips & Secret Spots in Kerala
- ✓Book a completely private luxury houseboat (never shared cabins) on tranquil Kumarakom & Alleppey canals with deck upper-lounge dining.
- ✓Spend 2–3 nights strolling colonial cobblestone streets of Fort Kochi to watch towering century-old Chinese cantilevered fishing nets dip at dawn.
- ✓Pair cool mountain tea-picking valleys in misty Munnar (1,600m) with aromatic spice plantation stays around Periyar Wildlife Reserve.
- ✓Experience authentic doctor-guided Ayurvedic wellness therapies beside calm turquoise surf along unspoilt Marari Beach.
Best Neighbourhoods to Stay in Kerala
Alleppey & Kumarakom Backwaters
Private luxury houseboats & lakeside infinity villasMaze of tranquil emerald waterways, rice paddies, and Kingfisher-lined canals.
Fort Kochi Heritage Harbour
Colonial spice streetsWalkable historic sea port lined with Portuguese villas and boutique galleries.
Munnar & Marari Coast
Mist-draped tea mountains & quiet sandy beach cabanasEmerald hill estates gliding cleanly down to peaceful Arabian Sea village sands.
Local Transport & Transit Guide
Getting around smoothly and safelyOur private India tours provide dedicated English-speaking chauffeurs in executive air-conditioned cars alongside iconic Gatimaan & Vande Bharat express trains.
Your dedicated private driver stays with your itinerary; Uber Premier operates cleanly in Delhi, Jaipur, and Kochi.
Private chauffeur pick-up inside Kochi International Airport (COK) or direct scenic drives connecting Fort Kochi, Munnar, Periyar & Alleppey piers.
Always drink sealed bottled or hotel-filtered water and enjoy curated street-food tasting stops vetted carefully by our private guides.
Accessibility & Pushchair Guide
Support for travellers with reduced mobilityGeneral Overview: Taj Mahal outer gardens, Humayun's Tomb, and luxury Oberoi/Taj Palace estates offer step-free pathways and attentive golf buggies; hillside forts require ramps or car drops.
Wheelchairs & Strollers: Kumarakom Lake Resort and Marari beachfront cottages stand level along smooth lakeside lawns; houseboat gangplanks are timber-boarded with crew support.
Transit Access: Modern Gatimaan Express trains and Delhi International Terminal 3 provide full wheelchair porterage.
Hotel & Site Accessibility: We favour tranquil heritage bungalows like Brunton Boatyard in Fort Kochi, CGH Coconut Lagoon & Marari Beach, and Kumarakom Lake Resort.
Recommended Kerala Itineraries
Detailed day-by-day plans designed by our UK specialists. Fully customisable to your pace and interests.
3-Day Fort Kochi & Private Backwater Houseboat Cruise
Ideal for: Relaxed couples, honeymooners & winter sun travellers
Fort Kochi Fishing Nets & Kathakali Evening
Direct UK flight via Gulf or short internal flight into Kochi (COK); chauffeur into Fort Kochi.
Wander fragrant spice warehouses, Mattancherry Palace murals & iconic Chinese cantilevered nets.
Watch vibrant ancient Kathakali storytelling theatre followed by Keralan coconut fish curry.
Private Luxury Alleppey Backwater Houseboat
Scenic drive to Alleppey / Kumarakom jetty boarding your private air-conditioned teak houseboat.
Cruise past emerald rice barges and tiny village canal bridges while your onboard chef cooks fresh king prawns.
Quiet anchor beneath mirrored palm silhouettes overlooking glowing lanterns.
Morning Backwater Cruise & Marari / Munnar Link
Wake to singing kingfishers sipping cardamom coffee on the sun deck before disembarking.
Transfer 40 mins to Marari sandy beaches, climb into misty Munnar tea valleys, or fly onward to Maldives.
Coastal relaxation.
Tailor-Made Kerala Package Holidays
Clear inclusions, transparent prices, and verified savings compared to booking flights and hotels separately.
Kumarakom Lake Resort, Fort Kochi & Private Houseboat Escape
Room Category:Heritage Lake Pool Villa + 1 Night Private Luxury Houseboat
Board Basis:Bed & Breakfast + Full Board Private Houseboat
Checked Luggage:23kg checked hold luggage + cabin bag included
Deposit:£99pp
Package Inclusions Checklist:
- ✓Return UK flights (Direct return flights from London Heathrow (LHR) or Manchester via British Airways / Virgin Atlantic / Air India)
- ✓8 Nights stay at CGH Earth Coconut Lagoon / Kumarakom Lake Resort
- ✓Bed & Breakfast + Full Board Private Houseboat
- ✓Private air-conditioned airport transfers with English-speaking assistance
- ✓100% ATOL & ABTA financial protection included
- ✓24/7 dedicated UK travel team emergency concierge
Popular Tailor-Made Add-Ons:
- +Private full-day guided Kerala cultural & culinary tour from £85pp
- +Extend with 5 nights in the Maldives or tranquil Sri Lanka Coast from £545pp
Need customized dates or an upgraded room? Speak with our UK team.
Trusted by UK Travellers Visiting Kerala
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“Kerala was the calmest, greenest long-haul trip we have ever taken”
Sitting on the shaded deck of our private wooden houseboat watching women wash clothes by coconut palms while fresh Malabar curry simmered in the galley was utter serenity.
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