Kerala Backwater Tour with Cochin and Thekaddy

Kochi, India
Duration4 days
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

The Kerala Backwater is combination of both modern as well as ethnic assance of nature. The lagoon of the backwaters attracts both the domestic as well is tourist from across the globe.

What's included

  • Evening Kathakali Show in Cochin and Kalaripayattu Show in Thekkady
  • 1 Night stay in Cochin and 1 Night stay in Thekkady hotel.
  • English Speaking Local Guide
  • 1 Night in Houseboat with all meals ( breakfast, lunch and dinner )
  • 1 complementary water bottle per person per day
  • Entrance fees
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Breakfast
  • Boat Ride at Lake on Sharing Basis.
  • Any kind of beverages and food, unless mentioned.
  • Gratuities

What to expect

Day 1: DAY 1 ARRIVAL COCHIN
  1. Kochi (Cochin)
    7h
    Upon arrival at Cochin International Airport, meet our tour representative for a warm welcome and assisted hotel transfer.
    Check in at the hotel in Cochin (Kochi) and take time to relax proceed for a guided Cochin city sightseeing tour covering major tourist attractions.

    Popularly known as the Queen of the Arabian Sea, Cochin is one of Kerala’s most popular travel destinations, offering a unique blend of history, culture, and coastal beauty.
    Visit the historic Mattancherry Palace and the famous Paradesi Synagogue, known for their rich heritage and colonial architecture.
    Explore renowned religious landmarks such as St. Francis Church, Santa Cruz Basilica, and the Ernakulam Shiva Temple, which are key spiritual attractions in Cochin.
    Experience the iconic Chinese fishing nets at Fort Kochi Beach during sunset, one of the most photographed sights in Kerala.
    In the evening, enjoy a traditional Kathakali dance performance in Cochin.
    After completing the tour, return back to hotel.
Day 2: DAY 2 COCHIN - ALLEPPEY ( 1 AND HALF HOURS DRIVE )
  1. Alleppey Backwaters
    8h · Admission ticket included
    Start the day with a healthy breakfast. Get ready and check-out of your hotel. Today drive to Alleppey. Check-in to your houseboat from Pallathuruthy Jetty by 12 pm.

    Cruise through the alluring attractions of Kanitta and Vilakumaram Thodu. The surroundings are beautiful. Soak in the bliss. A delicious lunch is arranged on-board. Cruise continues through SNDP thodu, Kuppapuram, and Vembanad Kayal. Stop at Kainakary for 1 hour canoeing. Not only can the adventure lovers, nature lovers can try out the activity. Next, the cruise proceed to Kuttamangalam, Chennengary via Nedumudi. Experience the serene bliss of the backwaters.

    A delicious traditional dinner is available on the charming houseboat. Enjoy a wonderful night stay.
Day 3: DAY 3 ALLEPPEY - THEKKADY (4-5 HOURS SCENIC DRIVE )
  1. 8h
    After breakfast check- out and De-board the houseboat. Now begin the scenic journey of Thekaddy. On arriving, check- in at the hotel. Afternoon enjoy Spices Plantation tour followed by local lunch:
    Explore the cultivation of aromatic spices such as cardamom, cinnamon, and pepper while learning about their medicinal and culinary uses, later enjoy lunch. Evening head traditional Kerala art center to enjoy indigenous martial art show called as Kalaripayattu. Overnight stay at Thekaddy.
Day 4: DAY 4 THEKADDY – DEPARTURE FROM COCHIN (2 HOURS)
  1. Kochi (Cochin)
    8h
    Early morning at 6 A.M. start your day with a scenic boat cruise on the Periyar Lake within the Periyar National Park. This is the best way to spot wildlife of Kerala specially wild elephants, sambar deer, and Indian bison after apoxx 1 & 1/2 hrs return back to your hotel for breakfast. After breakfast checkout and drive back to Cochin Airport / Railway Station with fresh memories spent on your tour with vibrant experience.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We can pick up guest from city center hotels in Cochin

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Wearing formal / comfortable clothing is preferable fine, no short dress as temples / churches are religious places
  • comfort shoes are recommendable

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