- Cruise the backwaters of Kerala- Discover the lush Alleppey region of India- Marvel at the traditional wooden houseboats- Drift past paddy fields and coconut palms- Feast on a Keralan lunch on board your boat- Visit the Fort Cochin Chinese Nets - St Francis Church ,Dhobi Khana
Alleppey, also known as Alappuzha, is located between the Arabian Sea and a web of rivers flowing into it. In the early 20th century, the then Viceroy of the Indian Empire, Lord Curzon was so mesmerized by the scenic beauty he declared that Alleppey was “The Venice of the East.”A gateway to Kerala, Kochi is situated on the southwestern coast of the India. The city was the first European settlement in India. Its location between blue waters of the Arabian Sea and Kerala’s emerald backwaters, and its rich medley of Indian and foreign architecture makes it a favorite tourist spot. It is also the industrial and commercial capital of South India.
Full description:Explore the famous Kerala backwaters of Alleppey on board a traditional houseboat and later visit the Fort Cochin Chinese Nets , St Francis Church and Dhobi Khana Following a pick-up from Cochin Port at 08.45 Am and transfer to Aleppey (approx 01.45 hrs)to board your houseboat by 10.30 Am. Cruise slowly through the backwaters and village areas to marvel at the lush vegetation, paddy fields, coconut palms, and more. There will be 3 staff members to look after you and make sure your experience is as relaxed as you could wish for.
Enjoy a lunch of Keralan cuisine which includes Rice with Fish ,Chicken,Vegetable dishes ,Salad ,Pappad and a sweet on Houseboat .Cruise ending at approximately 13:30 for the transfer to Fort Cochin to visit the Chinese Nets ,St Francis Church and Dhobi Khana and later drive back to Cochin Port to reach by 16.00 - 16.15 Hrs
Alleppey, also known as Alappuzha, is located between the Arabian Sea and a web of rivers flowing into it. In the early 20th century, the then Viceroy of the Indian Empire, Lord Curzon was so mesmerized by the scenic beauty he declared that Alleppey was “The Venice of the East.”
