Day 01: Arrival at Cochin
Upon arrival at the Cochin International Airport/Railway Station, our
representative will greet you and transfer you to your hotel. Afternoon
sightseeing of Cochin City follows. The main attractions at Cochin are
the Jewish Synagogue, the Dutch Palace at Mattancherry, St. Francis
Church, Chinese fishing nets and Bolgatty Palace. Overnight stay will be
at hotel in Cochin.
Day 02 Cochin/Kumarakom
Early morning, depart for Kumarakom (70 km/2 hrs) and check into your
hotel by noon. Kumarakom is a unique backwater destination, situated on
the banks of Vembanad Lake. Kumarakom bird sanctuary is a favorite haunt
of migratory birds from across the world, making it a renowned bird
watching center. It is also a center for houseboat cruises. In the
afternoon, go on excursion to neighboring places. Stay overnight at
hotel.
Day 03 Kumarakom/Houseboat (Alleppey)
Enjoy your breakfast in morning and board a houseboat for sightseeing
and cruises to Alleppey. Keep exploring the backwaters by the houseboat
throughout the day. Overnight will be at houseboat. (Relish the
traditional Kerala food on the houseboat). The houseboats (called
Kettuvallams locally) are giant country boats, measuring up to 80 feet
in length. It takes great skill and perfectionism to construct these
giant houseboats by tying huge planks of jack wood together, without the
use of a single nail. These houseboats usually have one or two
bathrooms, an open lounge, deck, kitchenette and a crew comprising
oarsmen, a cook and guide.
Day 04: Alleppey
Your interaction with backwaters of Kerala comes to an end and you head
back home with sweet memories of your Kerala tour. Transfer to
airport/railway station to your onward destination.
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