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A perfect short escape that delivers Kerala's two greatest treasures \u2014 the misty tea hills and the emerald backwaters \u2014 in a single, easy loop. Wake to mountains, sleep to water, and fill the hours with waterfalls, boat rides and village life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Arrive in Cochin and transfer up into the tea country of Munnar (140 km, approx. 4 hrs), drinking in the scenic Cheyyappara Waterfalls, Valara Waterfalls and endless cardamom and tea plantations along the way. Check in and savour an evening at leisure. Overnight in Munnar.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"02","content":"\n
A full day of Munnar sightseeing \u2014 Mattupetty Dam (boating at own cost), the echoing Echo Point, the Anamudi Peak viewpoint, Kundala Dam and lake, the Tea Museum, Rose Garden and Blossom Park. Overnight in Munnar.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"03","content":"\n
Drive to Alleppey (175 km, approx. 5 hrs), Kerala's 'Venice of the East', and cruise the backwaters aboard a houseboat or shikara boat. Explore Alappuzha Beach and experience the life of the local markets and canals, then enjoy a relaxing two-hour Shikara cruise through the Kuttanad region. Overnight at a hotel.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"04","content":"\n
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