Kochi Private Tour: Kerala Backwater Houseboat Day Cruise in Aleppey

4.7 (35 reviews) Kochi, India
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Duration6h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Cruise the backwaters of Alleppey, also known as Alappuzha, on a 6 -7 hour tour from Fort Kochi and discover the famous inland waterways of Kerala by a traditional houseboat. See traditional villages and backwater boats and more. Alleppey is located between the Arabian Sea and a web of rivers flowing into it. In the early 20th century, the Viceroy of the Indian Empire, Lord Curzon, was so mesmerized by the scenic beauty that he declared that Alleppey was “The Venice of the East.”

Options

Houseboat Day Cruise & Guide

Duration: 7 hours
Lunch
Cruise with Guide: Day Cruise - Deluxe House Boat with Guide : Private Houseboat Day Cruise with Lunch
Pickup included

Hosueboat Day Cruise

Duration: 7 hours
Lunch
Day Cruise: Day Cruise - Deluxe House Boat : Private Houseboat Day Cruise with Lunch
Pickup included

What's included

  • Lunch
  • Deluxe non-AC Houseboat cruise (approx. 3 hrs)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Fort Cochin, Wellingdon Island, Kundanoor, or Ernakulam MG Road by private air conditioned vehicle
  • Drinks and alcoholic drinks (purchase-before boarding)
  • Gratuities
  • Guides are optional at extra cost ,please choose option accordingly while booking

What to expect

  1. Kochi (Cochin)
    Pass by
    Pick up from Your Hotel in Cochin or Cochin Port
  2. Alappuzha
    Pass by
    Transfer to Aleppey/Alappuzha
  3. Kerala Backwaters
    Pass by
    Cruise slowly through the hidden backwaters of Alappuzha (also known as "Alleppey"), considered the hub of the state's backwaters and home to a vast network of waterways and boats. Venture through village areas and the landscape of the Laccadive Sea to marvel at the lush vegetation, paddy fields, coconut palms, and much more. There will be 3 staff members along with your guide to look after you and make sure your experience is as relaxed as possible.

    Enjoy a lunch of Keralan cuisine as you gently navigate the waterways, which includes rice, vegetable dishes, fish, chicken, and more. End your houseboat cruise and later transfer to your hotel

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Departure Point: Pickup is available at the following locations:
• Kochi Port
• Your hotel in Fort Kochi /Mattancherry
• Your hotel in Wellingdon Island
• Your hotel in Kundanoor
• Your hotel in M.G Road (Mahatma Gandhi Road)area
• Your hotel on Marine Drive in Ernakulam district
• Your hotel in Edappaly
• Your hotel in Kumbalam

Dates: Daily

Return point: Returns to original departure point

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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