Overview
Enjoy to the hilt this 5-day sojourn as
you'll embark on a houseboat witnessing nature in its raw form. The tour covers
Cochin, Kumarakom and Alleppey. Find yourself afloat amid the green paddy
fields, azure waters and serene palm forests. In addition, spoil yourself in
the Kerala spas and witness the exotic birdlife at Kumarakom bird sanctuary.
Highlights
- Cruise in Kerala Backwaters
- Bird watching in Kumarakom
- Fort Cochin
- Ayurvedic treatments and therapies.
Itinerary
Day 01: Cochin
Day 02: Cochin - Kumarakom
Day 03: Kumarakom
Day 04: Alleppey
Day 05: Cochin / Departure
DAY 01: COCHIN
Arrive in Cochin at
airport/railway station to embark on a mystical Kerala backwaters vacation. Our
representative will meet you and help you transfer to the hotel. Relax and
unwind in your hotel room.
Later set out on a sightseeing
tour of the city. Cochin is a colonial era town and the first site of western
settlement. Many buildings 18th century buildings are reminiscent of
the colonial period. You'll get to see Cochin Harbor, Fort Cochin, Dutch
Palace, Jewish Synagogue and St Francis Church. Retire back to your hotel after
a long weary day of sightseeing.
DAY 02: COCHIN - KUMARAKOM
On the second day of Backwater
Holidays, you'll be heading for Kumarakom. Savor the scrumptious breakfast
followed by a 3-hour drive. On arriving at Kumarakom, you'll be escorted to
your hotel. Check in and spend rest of the day at leisure. Pamper your senses
with a relaxing Ayurvedic massage at the resort.
DAY 03: KUMARAKOM
On the third day, you'll be taken
to Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary to catch glimpse of the exotic birdlife. Later
return to hotel for a sumptuous breakfast. En route you can pay visit to
Kumarakom farm houses. The rest of the day is all yours. Hit the streets of a
Kumarakom, go hiking or simply relax in the comfort of your hotel room. The
choice is yours. Overnight stay is scheduled at Kumarakom.
DAY 04: ALLEPPEY
Next day, wake up to a refreshing
morning. You'll hit the road to Alleppey. Alleppey is fondly called 'Venice of
the East' thanks to its veritable network of streams and backwaters. On
arriving in Alleppey, check into your Kettuvallam - the houseboat. Sailing
afloat the palm-fringed backwaters is a paradisiacal experience. The sight of
sleepy hamlets, lush paddy fields, tranquil palm jungles and verdant landscape
is an experience you'll cherish for a lifetime. Savor the lip-smacking zesty
delicacies and spend the night in Kettuvallam.
DAY 05: COCHIN / DEPARTURE
On day 5, you'll be driven back
to Cochin and transferred to airport or railway station for your onward/return
journey.
