Backwater Kerala Tour

Kerala Back Water

Duration : 4 Nights / 5 Days
Destinations Covered : Cochin - Kumarakom - Alleppey - Cochin

Day 01. Arrive Cochin
Meeting and assistance on arrival by our representative and transfer to the Hotel. The commericial capital and most cosmopolitan city of Kerala is Cochin (Kochi), is also known as Queen of Arabian Sea. It is one of the finest natural harbours of the world, this was once a major center of commerce and trade with British, Arabs, Chinese, Portuguees, Dutch etc. Afternoon you will be taken for a city tour of Cochin, which covers Jew Synagogue, Dutch Palace, St.Francis Church, Chinese fishing net etc. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 02. Cochin - Kumarakom by surface (90 kms/56Miles)
After breakfast drive to Kumarakom and check-in at the hotel , Kumarakom is the loveliest village in Kerala blessed with natures rare gifts is on the eastern side of vast Vembanad Lake. Kumarakom provides boating, fishing and sightseeing experiences that are too exhilarating. An exclusive attraction of this much sought after backwater resort is Kumarakom bird sanctuary. Rest of the day free at Hotel. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 03. Kumarakom
Early morning visit of Bird Sanctuary by walk. The Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary is an ornithologist's paradise and favourite haunt of migratory birds like the Siberian Stork, egret, darter, heron and teal. A cruise along the Vambanad lake is the best way to view the bird life. Rest of the day you are free at Hotel. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 04. Kumarakom - Alleppey by surface (176 kms/110)
After breakfast drive to Alleppey and check-in at the House Boat. Referred to as the Venice of the East by travelers from across the world, this backwater country is also home to diverse animal and bird life. By virtue of its proximity to the sea, the town has always enjoyed a unique place in the maritime history of Kerala. Alappuzha has grown in importance as a backwaters tourist each year, attracting several thousand of tourist. Alappuzha is also famous for its boat races, houseboat holidays, beaches., marine products and coir industry. Rest of the day you will be in House Boat. Overnight at House Boat.

Day 05. Alleppey - Cochin by surface (63 kms/39Miles)
In time transfer to Cochin Airport/Railway station to connect flight/train for onward destination.