BACKWATER DELIGHT
4D / 3N
Day 1 - Cochin (40 km-1 hr)
On arrival at the Airport/Railway Station in Cochin, you will be met and transferred to the Hotel. After lunch, go across the Cochin Harbour, which takes you to the gateway of the Arabian Sea. On arrival at Fort Cochin, proceed on a sightseeing tour, which includes a visit to the Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue, St. Francis Church, Chinese Fishing nets, etc. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Cochin.
Day 2 - Cochin - Kumarakom (90 km- 2 hrs)
Today, after breakfast, you will be driven to Kumarakom; view the scenic picturesque landscapes on your way. Check in at the Hotel/ Resort on the banks of the Vembanad Lake. Spend the evening at leisure and stay overnight at the Resort.
Day 3 - Kumarakom (Houseboat)
After breakfast at the hotel, board the houseboat. Staying in this moving palace is a breathtakingly stimulating experience. While sailing down a maze of canals one sees different scenes from the villages, paddy fields, coconut palms, fisherman and local life. Lunch, dinner next day breakfast and tea snacks will be provided in the boat. The cool breeze from the Lake makes you sleep early in the night after anchoring in a fancy place. Dinner and overnight in the houseboat.
Day 4 - Departure Alleppey - Cochin (100 Km-3 hr)
After breakfast in the houseboat, disembark at Alleppey. Alleppey is also known as Vinice of the East because of the narrow canals and backwaters. Transfer to Cochin Airport / Railway station for your onward journey. TOUR ENDS