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Kochi Shore Excursion: Private Kerala Backwater Houseboat Day Cruise

Location Kochi, Kerala, India
$332.80
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

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

The experience offers several options. This price includes:

Day Cruise
Lunch
Private Houseboat Day Cruise: Private Houseboat Day Cruise
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 6 hours

Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.

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The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • Deluxe non-AC category houseboat cruise
  • Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch
  • Pickup and drop-off at Kochi Port
  • Gratuities
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Drinks

  • Pick up from Cochin Cruise Port or Hotel in Cochin (pass by)
  • Be picked-up from Kochi Port ships berth/pier or Hotel in Cochin and transferred approximately 1.45-hours to Alleppey. Board your houseboat on arrival. Cruise slowly through the backwaters and village areas to marvel at the lush vegetation, paddy fields, coconut palms, and more. There will be 3 staff members (Guide optional) to look after you and make sure your experience is as relaxed as you could wish for. Enjoy a lunch of Keralan cuisine which includes rice, vegetable dishes, fish and chicken, all freshly prepared on the houseboat as you gently cruise. Later transfer back to Cochin by road.

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Kochi Shore Excursion: Private Kerala Backwater Houseboat Day Cruise

    Location Kochi, Kerala, India
    $332.80
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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