From Cochin Port: Backwaters by Houseboat Group : Backwaters by Houseboat with Lunch & Chinese Nets
ID: GYG117207-O-447837
Category:
Country: India
Duration:
07:00 hours
Description
Explore the backwaters of Kerala by houseboat on a group tour specially designed for cruise ship passengers from Cochin Port. Enjoy lunch aboard the boat in Alappuzha.
Benefit from the pick-up at the cruise ship docks at Cochin Port and journey to board a houseboat on the backwaters of Kerala
Cruise slowly through the hidden backwaters of Alappuzha (also known as Alleppey), considered the hub of the state's backwaters and home to a vast network of waterways and boats. Venture through village areas and the landscape of the Laccadive Sea to marvel at the lush vegetation, paddy fields, coconut palms and much more. There will be 3 staff members along with your guide to look after you and make sure your experience is as relaxed as possible.
Enjoy a lunch of Keralan cuisine as you gently navigate the waterways, including rice, vegetable dishes, fish, chicken and more (Lunch Served only for morning cruise and Tea /coffee Snacks for Afternoon cruise) . End your houseboat cruise after 2-2.30 hours cruise and transfer back to your cruise ship in Cochin Port.
Upgrade your tour to include a visit to the Chinese Finish Nets, a must visit attraction in Kerala. Marvel at these fixed land installations used for fishing fixed on bamboo and teak poles and weighed by large stones tied to ropes.
Highlights
- Cruise the backwaters of Kerala by houseboat
- Feast on a Keralan lunch aboard your boat (For Morning Cruise)
- Admire the traditional wooden houseboats of the Aleppey/ Alappuzha
- Drift past paddy fields and coconut palms
- Discover the lush region of Alappuzha (Alleppey)
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Adult pricing applies to all travelers
• Please provide the name of your cruise ship on booking
• The tour will operate in all weather conditions
• This tour is only possible if your cruise ship departs at 4:00 PM or later
• At ship pier/berth your guide will be waiting for you holding a "Carnival" sign with a blue umbrella
• Tour departure is 30-45 minutes after ship's arrival
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Cochin Port Ships Pier/Berth, Willingdon Island, Kochi, Kerala 682003, India. Your guide will be waiting for you holding a Get Your Guide sign and a blue umbrella.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
