Day cruise with pick up & drop at Cochin
Kerala has something very unique to offer you! A houseboat experience you can never forget.A cruise through the blue waters of Kuttanad, a sumptuous lunch on the open deck of a traditional rice boat converted to a luxurious houseboat and the breeze that kisses you - What else do you need to make a short tour to an experience you can carry all the way back home? Enjoy the village life that thrives on boath the shores of narrow canals that necklaces the numerous small islands. See how the villagers live in complete harmony with the waterbody.
During the old times, large rice boats were used for ferry and transportation of goods mainly between Aleppey &Cochin. They were large enough to carry truck load of items and still float on the water. As the modern tourism evolved, the rice boats gave way to the modern luxurious houseboats which can compete with any luxury resort.The floating and experience cannot be experienced anywhere else in the world.
When you book a houseboat tour, you are in a way supporting the local community as well. There are thousands of locals who make bread and butter through this industry. The boats are mostly built by the locals and thus supports the local community.
Thousands of tourists flock to Kerala just to have this unique experience. So, what to wait for? Pack your bag and head to Kerala to have the most memorable backwater experience.
Our representative will receive you at Cochin (we can arrange pick up from hotel in Cochin, Airport etc.). Please be ready by 9:00 am so that we can reach Aleppey on time (considering the heavy traffic in the town). Please check in the boat by 11:00 am. Have the traditional tender coconut welcome drink and settle on the deck to enjoy the magnificent sights of the Vembanadu Lake.
Enjoy the scenic beautify of Alleppey. The ever stretching paddy fields and coconut lagoons. Aleppey presents a different world altogether. See the village life on the shores of the lake and understands how the villagers fights for their daily life still lives in total harmony with the nature.
Have the sumptuous lunch on the boat. A traditional Kerala cuisine on the banana Leaf would be an exciting experience for many. You can expect an authentic taste of Kerala.
By 5:00 pm, check out and proceed to Cochin for departure. We will transfer you to your hotel at Cochin or Cochin International Airport for departure.
We cover around 180 kilometers in total. Do expect heavy traffic in city.