Private Full-Day Kerala Backwaters Houseboat Tour With Lunch & Pickup From Kochi
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About This Tour in Kochi
Why Visit Kochi?
Kochi, India offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Kochi provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Kochi
You can reach Kochi, India by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- 5-Hour Boat Cruise
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with Chauffeur to go from Kochi to Alleppey and back only for your group
- Afternoon tea
- Bottled water
- Pickup and drop-off in your hotel Kochi/Fort Kochi or Kochi Airport
- Lunch
- Snacks
- English Speaking Guide if you are booking the tour option with guide
What's Not Included
- Alcoholic drinks (Available to purchase on prior request)
- Expenses of any personal nature (Phone calls, laundry, and camera entry fee, etc)
- Tips, Porter Charges, Airfare, Monument Entry Fee
- Any additional expenses incurred due to any flight delay or cancellation, weather conditions, political closures, etc
- Requirement for serving soft drinks and mild beverages will invite additional cost as per tariff, direct payment by guests.
- Any other services not specified above
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required and 7 people for the special family package
- A maximum of 14 people per booking
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
We will pick you up from anywhere in Kochi City, Airport or Railway Station
End Point
We will pick you up from anywhere in Kochi City, Airport or Railway Station
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available or meet at start point
Pickup Time: 30 minutes before departure
Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.
Itinerary
Our driver will pick you up by private A/C car and from there you will be driven to Kumarakom or Alleppey where you will check in to the Kerala houseboat . Enjoy a tender coconut welcome drink as the crew get ready for the cruise. Set out on an enchanting overnight backwater cruise in traditional Kerala style "Kettuvallam" Houseboat. While cruising in this floating vessel, let your eyes enjoy the scenes of the Kerala countryside as you skim past children waving at you, mowed down paddy fields, local inhabitants as they make coir products, rustic homes, ferry transporting fish and coconut and swaying coconut palms.
You will be served a traditional a Kerala lunch in a banana leaf at noon along with fish prepared in Kerala style. You may enjoy the lunch while the houseboat is cruising on these backwaters. Take a siesta or enjoy the scenes along the shores in the afternoon. Some of the typical scenes you will see include a ferry boat moving along with school children, people working in paddy fields, or a tuk tuk moving along the shore. Around 4 PM, you will be served tea along with snacks like banana fritters and biscuits. Check out from the houseboat in the evening and return back to Kochi by 7 PM after a wonderful day spent enjoying Kerala's famous backwaters. Go back with many memories of this beautiful and unique backwaters of Kerala.
We will customise the houseboat day tour for an early check in and early checkout based on your departure from ship or airport.
Please note that you will be provided with a trusted driver who can communicate with you and understand English. This individual is not a guide.
If you are looking for an English speaking guide, please book the tour option with guide. The guide will be with you from Kochi Pickup will Kochi Drop. Italian/Russian speaking guides are also available at a nominal extra charge.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
