Crafting Transcendent Journeys & Bespoke Well-Being
The Kerala Sanctuary
Munnar - Thekkady - Alleppey
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About this journey
Tea, spice, and backwaters - Kerala at its most alive
Designed for the discerning traveller between 45 and 65, this itinerary is deliberately unhurried. Monsoon is, by far, the most atmospheric season in Kerala - Munnar's tea estates deepen to emerald, Thekkady's forests breathe with fresh rain, and Alleppey's backwaters turn lush and still.
This circuit moves gently from hill to forest to water, with every leg comfortably under 5 hours. Expect plantation mornings, a private backwater houseboat night, and the kind of unhurried green stillness that only the rains can bring - never more than two activities a day.
Confirmed departure
10 - 16 September 2026
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What makes this journey special
Retreat highlights
Premium stays
Premium stays throughout the journey, with elevated comfort and thoughtful hospitality at every stop.
Breakfast and dinner
Breakfast and dinner are included each day, including aboard the houseboat.
Premium traveller
Luxury premium traveller for a small group of up to 20 guests, with professional driver for all road days.
Retreat Activities
Sunrise yoga among the tea gardens, guided meditation by the backwaters, one-on-one wellness conversations, and a storytelling evening around the fire.
Cultural Immersion
Eravikulam National Park, spice plantation walks, and Kerala's village backwater life.
Slow-Paced Design
Built for comfort - no predawn starts, no rushed transitions, generous rest time every afternoon.
Your destinations
3 extraordinary places await
2 nights
Munnar
Misty tea estates, Eravikulam's rolling hills, and slow plantation mornings.
2 nights
Thekkady
Spice plantations, the Periyar Tiger Reserve lake, and unhurried forest mornings. (Approx. 3 hrs from Munnar)
2 nights
Alleppey
A private houseboat glide through palm-lined canals - Kerala's most peaceful chapter. (Approx. 3.5 hrs from Thekkady)
Arrival & departure
Gateway: Delhi Airport - Outbound: Delhi (DEL) - Kochi (COK) (Morning departure) - Return: Kochi (COK) - Delhi (DEL) (Evening departure)
Flights excluded from package. Domestic flights should be booked separately; our team can advise on suitable routing and timing.
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Your journey, day by day
Go there. Experience that. Every day brings a new place, a new pace, and a new memory.
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What's included - and what isn't
Package scope
A note on the season & drive times: Mid-September keeps Kerala lush after the rains - Munnar and Thekkady still deep green, and the Alleppey backwaters calm and fully navigable. All road legs are under 4 hours, with brief showers built comfortably into our day timings.
What's included
- 4 nights accommodation at premium plantation and forest resorts (breakfast and dinner)
- 1 night private backwater houseboat with all meals aboard
- 1 day-use lakeside resort facility on the final day
- Private luxury/premium traveller for up to 20 guests, for all road transfer days
- Tour Manager and Happiness Coach accompanying the group for the entire journey
- Daily refreshments on the road - water bottle, snacks, and a cold drink or juice
- Guided wellness moments - sunrise yoga, meditation, one-on-one check-ins, and evening storytelling circles
- Entry tickets: Eravikulam National Park, spice plantation walk, Periyar Lake cruise
- Local expert guides for tea estate walk, spice plantation, and Periyar cruise
- Tea-tasting ceremony in Munnar
- All inter-city transfers: Kochi - Munnar - Thekkady - Alleppey - Kochi
- All applicable GST on accommodation and services
- First-aid kit + emergency support 24×7
What's not included
- Domestic flights (Delhi ↔ Kochi)
- Personal expenses, laundry, minibar, room service extras
- Optional Ayurvedic spa treatments (payable at property)
- Alcoholic or premium beverages
- Shopping purchases - spices, tea, handicrafts
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended; purchase separately)
- Charges arising from medical emergencies
- Tips / gratuities for guides, driver, and houseboat crew (discretionary)
- Porterage at airports
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Terms & conditions
Booking and travel essential information
Terms & Conditions (Key Points)
- Check-in time is 12:00 hrs and check-out time is 11:00 AM at all properties.
- All rooms are quoted on a double-occupancy (twin-sharing) basis. Single-sharing accommodation is available on request for a supplementary cost.
- Documentation: Please carry a valid government-issued photo ID (Passport, Driving License, or Voter ID), along with a photocopy.
- Family Details: Full residential address and emergency family contact for every traveller at the time of booking.
- Emergency Contact: Mobile number of a family member reachable for daily updates and emergencies.
- Health & Accessibility: Inform us in advance of any allergies, mobility requirements, or health considerations.
- Health Advisory: Follow any prevailing state government travel and health guidelines at departure.
- Valuables: We advise against carrying expensive jewellery or high-value items during the retreat.
- Alcohol and smoking are permitted only in the privacy of your room or other designated areas, provided it does not disturb fellow guests.
- Cancellation Policy: All cancellations must be communicated to us in writing.
Cancellation policy
| Cancellation window | Cancellation fee |
|---|---|
| 30 days before departure | NIL - full refund |
| 21-30 days before departure | 25% of the booking amount |
| 15-21 days before departure | 50% of the booking amount |
| 0-15 days before departure | 100% of the booking amount |
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How to secure your booking
Ready when you are
Note: Timely payment is essential; failure to meet the scheduled deadline may result in booking cancellation.
Contact Us
Call us at +91 93101 17984 or email info@gilltravelretreats.com to confirm availability.
Submit Documents
Send scanned ID, address, and age proof along with residential address and emergency family contact. Carry originals on tour.
Pay Booking Fee
Advance booking fee required. Payment via bank transfer, cheque, or payment gateway link. Request a receipt.
Balance Payment
Pay the remaining balance 20 days prior to the tour departure date.
E-Documents
E-vouchers and E-tickets will be issued 72 hours prior to departure.
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Ready to join The Kerala Sanctuary?
From ₹30,000 onwards per person (double occupancy) - 10 - 16 Sep 2026 - 6 Nights - Minimum 14 people, maximum 20.
Luxury retreat travel with thoughtful hospitality - unhurried small-group journeys where you are welcomed as family, not a booking.