7 Days / 6 Nights · Private tour from Australia
Kerala Backwaters Tour Packages from Australia
Tea hills, spice gardens and a night on a backwater houseboat.
Duration7 Days / 6 Nights
RouteKochi – Munnar – Thekkady – Alleppey – Kochi
Starts inKochi
Best timeSeptember to March; June–August is monsoon season
PriceOn request – free quote
Looking for Kerala Backwaters Tour Packages from Australia? Our 7 days / 6 nights Kerala Backwaters Tour covers Kochi – Munnar – Thekkady – Alleppey – Kochi and is planned end-to-end for travellers from Australia. Fly from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide to Cochin International Airport (COK) (around 12–14 hours to Delhi, depending on routing) – our team meets you at arrivals with a private air-conditioned vehicle. India is 4.5 hours behind Sydney (5.5 hours during Australian daylight saving). Every departure is private, so dates, hotels and pace are set around you.
About the Kerala Backwaters Tour
Kerala – "God's Own Country" – is India at its most relaxed: misty tea hills, spice gardens, wildlife reserves and a night drifting through palm-fringed backwaters on a traditional houseboat.
This tour starts and ends in Kochi and covers Munnar, Thekkady and Alleppey with a private car and driver throughout, plus a fully crewed houseboat with all meals on board.
Tour highlights
- Chinese fishing nets and the heritage lanes of Fort Kochi
- Tea plantations and Eravikulam National Park in Munnar
- Spice plantation walk and Periyar Lake in Thekkady
- Overnight private houseboat cruise in Alleppey
- Kathakali dance performance
Day-wise itinerary: Kerala Backwaters Tour
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Day 1 Arrive in Kochi
Meet-and-greet at Cochin airport. Evening Kathakali dance performance and a walk around Fort Kochi's seafront.
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Day 2 Fort Kochi sightseeing, drive to Munnar (approx. 4 hrs)
See the Chinese fishing nets, St Francis Church, Mattancherry Palace and Jew Town, then drive up into the Western Ghats to Munnar, passing waterfalls and spice gardens.
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Day 3 Munnar tea country
Visit Eravikulam National Park, the Tea Museum, Mattupetty Dam and Echo Point, surrounded by rolling tea estates.
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Day 4 Munnar to Thekkady (approx. 3 hrs)
Drive to Thekkady. Guided spice plantation walk and an optional boat ride on Periyar Lake inside the tiger reserve.
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Day 5 Thekkady to Alleppey – houseboat cruise
Drive to Alleppey (approx. 4 hrs) and board your private houseboat around noon. Cruise the backwaters past villages, paddy fields and coconut groves, with freshly cooked Kerala meals on board.
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Day 6 Alleppey to Marari Beach
Disembark after breakfast and relax at Marari Beach, a quiet fishing-village beach with Ayurvedic spa options.
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Day 7 Departure from Kochi
Transfer to Cochin airport (approx. 1.5 hrs) for your onward flight.
Want to add a day, change hotels or travel with a bigger group? This itinerary is fully customisable.
What's included in your Kerala Backwaters Tour Holidays from Australia
Included
- Airport arrival and departure transfers
- All transfers and sightseeing in a private air-conditioned vehicle sized to your group (sedan, SUV, Tempo Traveller or coach)
- Experienced English-speaking driver, fuel, tolls, parking and driver allowances
- Hotel accommodation on twin-sharing basis with daily breakfast (3★, 4★ or 5★ options)
- 24×7 on-trip support from our Delhi office
- Overnight private houseboat with lunch, dinner and breakfast
- Kathakali performance tickets in Kochi
Not included
- International flights and Indian visa fees
- Monument entry tickets and camera fees unless mentioned
- Lunch and dinner unless mentioned
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Tips, personal expenses and anything not listed under inclusions
Eravikulam National Park usually closes for a few weeks each year (around February–March) during the Nilgiri tahr calving season.
Kerala Backwaters Tour Booking from Australia: how it works
Booking your Kerala Backwaters Tour from Australia takes four simple steps – no upfront payment until you are happy with the plan.
- 1Share your planTell us your dates, number of travellers and hotel preference using the form or WhatsApp.
- 2Get your itinerary & quoteWe reply within 4 hours with a day-wise plan and a clear price.
- 3Confirm your bookingApprove the plan and pay a small advance to lock in hotels and vehicles.
- 4Land & relaxOur driver meets you at Kochi arrivals – 24×7 support for the whole trip.
Planning Kerala Backwaters Tour Holidays from Australia
Australian travellers usually plan the Kerala Backwaters Tour as a 7 days / 6 nights holiday, and the best time to go is September to March; June–August is monsoon season. From Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide it is around 12–14 hours to Delhi, depending on routing, so many guests add a rest day on arrival or combine this tour with another region of India.
All transfers and sightseeing run on Sehgal Transport's own vehicles with professional drivers, and hotels can be chosen in 3★, 4★ or 5★ categories. Families, couples, seniors and large groups from Australia are all welcome.
Travel in our own premium fleet
Every transfer and sightseeing day runs on Sehgal Transport's own vehicles – sized to your group, from sedans and SUVs to Tempo Travellers and Volvo coaches.
Explore our fleet
Why travellers from Australia book with Sehgal Transport
- 30+ years of experience in group travel across India
- Largest own fleet of buses in Delhi NCR – Volvo, Mercedes-Benz, Tempo Travellers & luxury cars
- More than 3.5 lakh satisfied guests
- 24×7 backend operations and on-trip support
- All emails & enquiries answered within 4 hours
- Professional, experienced drivers and well-maintained vehicles
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Frequently asked questions
How do I book the Kerala Backwaters Tour from Australia?
Send us an enquiry using the form on this page, or WhatsApp us on +919811582222, call +91-85-1200-1200, email info@sehgaltransport.com. We reply within 4 hours with a day-wise itinerary and a quote. Your Kerala Backwaters Tour Booking from Australia is confirmed once you approve the plan and pay the booking advance.
Which airport should I fly into from Australia?
The tour starts in Kochi, so book your flight to Cochin International Airport (COK). From Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide it is around 12–14 hours to Delhi, depending on routing. Our driver will be waiting at arrivals with a name board.
Do I need a visa to travel to India from Australia?
Most visitors need a valid Indian visa or e-Visa. Eligibility and rules change from time to time, so please check the official Government of India portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in) before booking flights. We can share an invitation/itinerary letter if you need one.
How much do Kerala Backwaters Tour Packages from Australia cost?
The final price depends on your travel dates, hotel category (3★, 4★ or 5★), vehicle and group size. Share your plan and we will send a clear quote – with an approximate equivalent in Australian Dollars (AUD) if you like.
Can I customise the Kerala Backwaters Tour itinerary?
Yes. Every tour is private, so you can add or remove days, change hotels, add experiences or combine it with another region. Our team will rework the itinerary and quote for you.
What is the best time for Kerala Backwaters Tour Holidays from Australia?
The best time for the Kerala Backwaters Tour is September to March; June–August is monsoon season.
Is this tour suitable for families and groups from Australia?
Absolutely. Sehgal Transport runs its own fleet – sedans, SUVs, Tempo Travellers, Mercedes-Benz and Volvo coaches – so we can move anything from a couple to a large group or wedding party in comfort.
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