6 Nights / 7 Days
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6 Nights / 7 Days
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Kerala Tour Package with Kumarakom and Houseboat Stay
Kochi(1N) → Munnar(2N) → Kumarakom(2N) → Alappuzha(1N)
4.5 (47 Reviews)
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Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival Cochin - Sightseeing
- Pick up from Cochin Airport or Ernakulam Railway Station and transfer to the hotel.
- Spend the afternoon exploring local sights in and around Cochin, known as the Queen of the Arabian Sea.
- Cochin is one of the finest natural harbors in the world and was a major center for commerce and trade with the British, Chinese, Portuguese, and Dutch.
- Sightseeing attractions in Cochin include:
- Dutch Palace
- Jewish Synagogue
- Jewish Street
- St. Francis Church
- Chinese Fishing Nets
- Overnight stay arranged in Cochin.
Day 2 Cochin - Munnar
- After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Munnar (4-hour drive).
- On the way, enjoy some waterfalls and natural scenic spots.
- Upon arrival in Munnar, check into the hotel and relax for the rest of the day.
- An overnight stay at the hotel will be arranged.
Day 3 Munnar Sightseeing
- After breakfast, spend the day sightseeing locally.
- Munnar is situated at the confluence of three mountain streams: Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni, and Kundale, at an elevation of 1,600 meters above sea level.
- This majestic hill station was once the summer resort of the British government in South India.
- Local sightseeing in Munnar includes visits to Mattupetty Dam, Kundale Lake, and Echo Point.
- In the afternoon, proceed to Rajamalai, where the rare species of mountain goat, the "Nilgiri Tahr," can be spotted.
- An overnight stay is arranged in Munnar.
Day 4 Munnar - Kumarakom
- After breakfast, check out from the hotel.
- Drive to Kumarakom.
- Check in to the hotel.
- The day is at leisure.
- Overnight stay is at your hotel.
Day 5 Kumarakom Sightseeing
- Early morning around 6:00 AM, proceed for a visit to the bird sanctuary.
- After breakfast, continue with local sightseeing in and around Kumarakom, a small backwater hamlet located on the western banks of Vembanadu Lake.
- The stretch of backwater covers an area of 900 sq. km.
- Choose between a canoe, motorboat, or houseboat to fully enjoy the beauty of this backwater paradise.
- An overnight stay is arranged in Kumarakom.
Day 6 Alleppey Houseboat Experience
- After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Alleppey.
- Set out on an enchanting overnight backwater cruise in traditionally decorated houseboats.
- Check-in time is 01:00 PM, and the cruise starts with lunch.
- While cruising in these floating luxury villas, enjoy the sights of:
- Chinese fishing nets
- Bowed-down paddy fields
- Local inhabitants engaged in making coir products
- Rustic homes
- Ancient temples
- Swaying coconut groves
- Food will be served onboard.
- Overnight stay in the houseboat.
Day 7 Alleppey - Cochin - Departure Transfer
- After breakfast, check out from the houseboat or hotel.
- Drive to Cochin Airport or the railway station, depending on your departure location.
- Prepare for your flight or train journey back home.
- Feel content about the wonderful holiday you spent in God's Own Country.
Package Policies
- Accommodation in the aforementioned hotels or similar
- Daily breakfast at hotels
- One day of all meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner on the houseboat
- All transfers and local sightseeing by AC Indigo
- Includes fuel charges, driver's allowance, tolls, and parking
- All applicable taxes
- Air Ticket
- Any meals other than those specified in 'Cost Includes'
- Expenses of a personal nature, such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor, etc.
- Any other item not specified in 'Cost Includes'
- 3.09% Government service tax
- Entrance fees during sightseeing
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Latest Reviews for Kumarakom
Agent: Gateways Destination Pvt. Ltd.
Binod • a month ago
Hemant assisted us with planning our trip, and it was a fantastic experience wor (Read More)king with him. He was prompt in his responses and very approachable. The overall management was excellent, and the itinerary was thoughtfully tailored to suit our preferences. We would highly recommend planning your trip with them.
The room felt a bit small for three people sharing it. It would have been more c (Read More)omfortable if the room had been slightly larger.
Agent: Bharatway Travels Pvt Ltd
Anthea • 2 months ago
Food, delicious
Transport, our driver Gigo George (Joe) made us feel safe alw (Read More)ays. A humble person, great personality, accomodating, He was more than our driver. Showed us good places to eat and shop. Knowledgeable. Would give Joe 10 stars.
Highlights: Munnar liked everything, game drive with Sunil @Sunil travels
Tea plantation. Camel ride. Blackberry Hills hotel.
Thekkady: elephant jungle. Poetrree Saravor hotel. Elephant ride
Kumarakom: Backwater ripple hotel.
Alleppey: spice route luxury houseboat. Loved the crab roast chef John prepared. Cruising the backwaters was very tranquil. Walked alongside the rice paddies.
Kovalum: boat cruise in backwaters.
Trivandrum: Gokulam grand hotel. Lovely end to our vacation with complimentary dinner from Bharatawaytravels.
Accommodation: good selection of hotels. Friendly staff at all hotels and restaurants.
@Hitesh Khandelwal thank you for arranging the tour for us.
My best place in Kerala, Munnar
Long drives but Joe kept us entertained and stopped for leg stretches in-between
Agent: Duniya Zamana Pvt Ltd
Shiva • 3 months ago
My trip was excellent,planned within hours
Within limited hours my trip was arranged
Agent: Corbett Step Hospitality
Nikhil • a year ago
On our arrival at kochi airport ,the cab driver as already there and it was Toyota etios which is well maintained and driver is bilingual so we don't get any pr (Read More)oblem in dealing with our tour,
We went to munnar watching beautiful views of water falls and natural greenery of the mountains.
After reaching at the munnar the hotel Monsoon grand was located at the mountain and surrounded by tea , evening view was beautiful rooms were neat and clean, staff was good, food was outstanding
There After we went to thekkady hotel crown valley which was one plus than the previous property , you can enjoy spa , elephant ride and some traditional kerala dance and martial art there, Herr also food was great and worth visiting place again.
Thereafter we went to alleppey that is situated at the bank of vembanad lake, here also scenic views are beautiful and natural we stepped in to astonishing houseboat that is also very good and we'll maintained , you can enjoy some rides there in speed boats. The food was again great and tasty.
The memories I captured on camera is nothing than what I captured in my eyes and hearts...that stays forever with me.
Agent: Green World Tourism
Khushboo • 2 years ago
Lisha gave us the best accomodation in all the places - Cochin, Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey, and Varkala.
The driver assigned to us Mr Ganesh was a thorough pr (Read More)ofessional too.
We had the bestest experience in the most beautiful places in Kerala thanks to Lisha! Experienced clouds in our balcony ?
Agent: We Traveloutsav (opc) Pvt. Ltd
Sam • 2 years ago
It was a great tour she arranged for us we enjoyed every movement
Everything was good set up from hotels room, houseboat to car rental with good local driver . (Read More)
It was all worried free vacation for us we were really appreciate what she did for us and every day she phone and check on us make sure we are okay. Thanks very much .
Satnam & kulwinder from Canada
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Kerala Tour Package with Kumarakom and Houseboat Stay
Kochi(1N) → Munnar(2N) → Kumarakom(2N) → Alappuzha(1N)
4.5 (47 Reviews)
38 Agents for Kumarakom
Starting From
$ 323*
Compare quotes from 3 agents and get best deals
