3N/4D
By the Backwaters 4 Days
The Kerala backwaters refers to the peaceful and picturesque palm-lined network of lagoons, lakes, rivers, and canals that run inland from the coast of Kerala from Kochi (Cochin) to Kollam (Quilon). The main entry point, situated between Kochi and Kollam is Alleppey.
The backwaters and houseboat have indeed become a tourism mascot of the green state of Kerala often referred because of its natural green lush beauty as Gods Own Country.
No better way to experience the backwaters than by staying at Kumarakom and Alleppey.
Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival Cochin – Kumarakom (2 hrs)
- Today on arrival you are met at Cochin airport and escorted to your vehicle/transfer to Kumarakom.
- On arrival at Kumarakom, check in to your resort/ hotel on the shores of the enchanting Lake.
- The village of Kumarakom is a cluster of little islands on the Lake Vembanad, & is a part of the kuttanad region
- The bird sanctuary in Kumarakom is spread across 14 acres and is a favourite haunt of migratory birds. Evening enjoy a Sunset cruise (optional) or enjoy the beauty of backwater by just relaxing near Vembanad Lake.
- You can choose to enjoy some ayurvedic therapies on own too.
- Overnite Kumarakom.
Day 2 Kumarakom
- Today a day to relax and enjoy resort facilties at this beautiful backwater destination.
- Enjoy some ayurvedic therapies/ massages and please do not forget to book them in advance or enjoy some water sports as speedboats/canoe rides/ banana boats or houseboats on your own.Other options are fishing, swimming or just relaxing by the beautiful backwaters.
- Overnight Kumarakom
Day 3 Kumarakom – Alleppey (Houseboat) (1 hour)
- Today after breakfast you leave for the backwater town of Alleppey also known as the Venice of India and check into a traditional houseboat.
- These beautiful boats are made completely from natural materials and powered by solar energy and vegetable oil. Also called kettuvalams these are elegant floating homes and indeed the best way to explore and experience the backwaters at Kumarakom. Lounging on a deck chair/ moving gently immersed in a rippling scented silence.
- Spend the day cruising through the sleepy backwaters of Kerala.
- Enjoy nature as your houseboat cruises by charming villages/ lush green paddy fields/churches/ schools and other scenic delights. Time seems to have slowed down as you watch people carry on their chores along the backwaters. Can there be better ways to explore a new world than this?
- You are pampered by an exclusive crew serving you authentic traditional Kerala cuisine.
- Evening the boat docks and overnight houseboat
Day 4 Alleppey – Cochin (2 hrs) Departure Transfer
- After breakfast you are transferred to Cochin airport for your onward flight after a relaxing 3 days spent in Gods Own Country Kerala.
Inclusions
- 03 nights and 04 days accommodation in 5/ 4/ 3 star hotels as per package chosen.
- Daily breakfast in the hotels and all meals in houseboat
- Transportation and sightseeing in a private airconditioned vehicle as per itinerary
- 2-3 pax in a medium size car ie sedan/ 3-5 pax in a Toyota Innova/ 5 -10 pax in an AC 10seater vehicle
- All DA/ Toll/ Parking, hotel and transport taxes and GST included
- Daily1 bottle of mineral water per person in the vehicle
Exclusions
- All Entrances/ guide charges/ boat rides/canoe rides/ ayurvedic therapies or anything not mentioned in above inclusions
- All meals and anything not specifically mentioned in inclusions above
- All other expenses
- Train/Air Ticket
Additional Information
- AC functioning time in houseboat 9PM to 6AM unless luxury houseboat where it is as and when required
- In case of non availability of rooms similar Category Hotels will be provided
- Vehicle for sightseeing as per above itinerary only
- Vehicle available from 9AM to 7PM