Emerald palm-fringed canals and private teak houseboat gliding through Alleppey backwaters in Kerala
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Luxury Kerala Slow Travel

Colonial spice harbor, high-range Munnar tea bungalows, and a private teak Kettuvallam.

PROGRESSIVE SANCTUARY ROUTE8 Days · 7 Nights · Best Window: Sep – Apr
01. Fort Kochi→02. Munnar→03. Kumarakom→04. Alleppey→05. Marari Beach
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Chapter-by-Chapter Breakdown

How the journey unfolds.

Follow the scent of fresh cardamom from the misty Western Ghats down to palm-fringed lagoons where your private teak boat drifts past emerald rice paddies.

CHAPTER 01 · Days 01 – 02Fort Kochi

Spice Winds of Fort Kochi

Check into a harbor-facing suite at Brunton Boatyard. Walk with a local historian through Dutch palaces, Jew Town antique warehouses, and private art galleries.

Featured SanctuaryBrunton Boatyard, CGH Earth
Insider AccessPrivate Sunset Harbor Cruise
CHAPTER 02 · Days 03 – 04Munnar (1,600m)

Cloud Estates of Munnar

Climb into the rolling emerald hills of Munnar. Taste rare white teas with an estate planter and take a 4x4 sunrise trail above the clouds.

Featured SanctuaryWindermere Estate / Spice Tree
Insider AccessPlanter's Tea Tasting + Cardamom Trail
CHAPTER 03 · Days 05 – 08Kumarakom & Marari

Vembanad Lagoons & Marari Coast

Board your private air-conditioned teak houseboat for an overnight cruise with a dedicated chef, followed by two barefoot nights in a coconut-grove pool villa at Marari Beach.

Featured SanctuaryKumarakom Lake Resort & Private Kettuvallam
Insider AccessOvernight Private Yacht-Style Houseboat

Included Private Privileges

  • 7 nights across CGH Earth & luxury heritage pool resorts
  • Exclusive overnight private luxury houseboat with all gourmet meals
  • Guided spice plantation, tea tasting, and Kathakali cultural evening
  • Private chauffeur-driven luxury vehicle throughout Kerala

Not Included (Available on Request)

  • International or mainland commercial airfare (our desk can book priority fares on request)
  • Personal boutique shopping, fine wines, or gratuities for private guides & chauffeurs
  • Any camera fees at monuments not specified in the final confirmation dossier
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