Embark on a day of tranquility and culinary delights with our "Backwater Bliss: Alleppey Day Cruise with Lunch" tour. Commencing at 10:00 am, our private car will pick you up from your Cochin hotel for a scenic journey to Alleppey, known as the "Venice of the East." Upon arrival at 12:00 pm, be mesmerized by the serene backwaters of Kerala. Board a traditional houseboat at 12:30 pm, where modern amenities meet traditional craftsmanship. The 4-hour day cruise takes you through narrow canals, coconut groves, and local villages, offering a glimpse into the traditional lifestyle. Indulge in a sumptuous lunch onboard, featuring local delicacies, freshly caught seafood, and aromatic spices, providing a true taste of Kerala cuisine. Disembark at 4:00 pm, bidding farewell to Alleppey's backwaters, and return to Cochin by 6:00 pm, concluding a day filled with scenic beauty and culinary delights.
Please provide your hotel name and address at the time of booking or at least 3 days prior to the trip date. Our guide and driver will meet you in the hotel lobby at the scheduled time. Contact details will be shared one day prior to the tour.
10:00 am: Pick up from Cochin hotel Your private car will pick you up from your hotel in Cochin at 10:00 am. Meet your friendly driver and embark on your journey to Alleppey, also known as "Venice of the East."
12:00 pm: Arrival in Alleppey Arrive in Alleppey around 12:00 pm and be greeted by the serene backwaters of Kerala. Alleppey is famous for its picturesque canals, lagoons, and lush green paddy fields.
12:30 pm: Boarding the traditional houseboat Board a traditional houseboat, also known as a "kettuvallam," which is a beautifully crafted wooden boat that has been converted into a floating home. The houseboat is equipped with all modern amenities, including a comfortable seating area, bedroom, and attached bathroom.
12:30 pm - 4:00 pm: Day cruise and lunch onboard Set sail on the backwaters of Alleppey and embark on a leisurely cruise through the narrow canals, passing by coconut groves, local villages, and paddy fields. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of the backwaters and take in the breathtaking scenery around you. As you cruise along, savor a delicious lunch served onboard, which includes a variety of local delicacies, freshly caught seafood, rice, vegetables, and aromatic spices that are typical of the region. The meals are freshly prepared by the onboard chef and provide a unique culinary experience, allowing you to taste the flavors of Kerala cuisine. You can also relax on the deck of the houseboat, basking in the warm sunshine, and watch the local life along the backwaters. Observe the daily activities of the locals, including coir making and farming, giving you a glimpse into the traditional lifestyle of the region.
4:00 pm: Disembark from the houseboat After a memorable day cruise, you'll disembark from the houseboat and bid farewell to the serene backwaters of Alleppey. 6:00 pm: Drop off at Cochin hotel You'll arrive back in Cochin around 6:00 pm and be dropped off at your hotel, where your day tour to Alleppey with lunch onboard a day cruise concludes.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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