Delhi: 3-Day Kochi Cultural & Backwater Escape with Flights
ID: GYG1008155-1559851
Category:
Country: India
Duration:
3 days
Description
Embark on a 3-day private tour from Delhi to Kochi and Alleppey. Explore the colonial charm of Kochi, enjoy a private houseboat cruise, and visit a spice plantation.
Immerse yourself in Kerala's vibrant heritage on this meticulously crafted 3-day private tour, combining Kochi's colonial charm with tranquil backwater experiences. Perfect for culture enthusiasts, foodies, and photography lovers seeking an authentic Malabar Coast experience.
Day 1: Colonial Kochi Heritage Trail
Depart Delhi (Indira Gandhi Airport) and arrive in Kochi. Enjoy a traditional welcome with jasmine garlands. Embark on a Fort Kochi walking tour and see the Chinese Fishing Nets at sunrise.
Visit St. Francis Church, Vasco da Gama's original burial site, the Jewish Synagogue, and the Pepper Exchange. Enjoy lunch at the Grand Hotel, a 1914 heritage building.
After lunch, experience a Kalaripayattu martial arts demo and a Kathakali make-up workshop. Participate in the workshop and then enjoy dinner at Oceanos, a seafood restaurant.
Day 2: Backwaters & Plantation Discovery
After breakfast, embark on a private backwater cruise. Take a 4-hour premium houseboat through narrow canals and witness toddy tapping and coir-making demonstrations. Enjoy a traditional lunch onboard.
After lunch, take a spice plantation tour. Walk through a 200-year-old organic farm and enjoy a tea tasting session with a third-generation planter. Return to Kochi and enjoy dinner at the Fort House Hotel.
Day 3: Kochi Artisan Trail & Departure
After breakfast at Kashi Art Café, visit artisan workshops. Watch master craftsmen at Kerala Murals studio and try block-printing at a 5th-generation family workshop.
Enjoy lunch at Kayees Rahmathulla, a famous beef biryani restaurant. After lunch, enjoy free time to explore Kochi. Opt for an Ayurvedic massage at Soukya or shop for antiques at Jew Town.
Transfer to Cochin International Airport and board your flight to Delhi.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in the vibrant heritage of Kerala on a 3-day private tour
- Explore the colonial charm of Kochi and enjoy a private houseboat cruise
- Discover the backwaters of Alleppey and visit a spice plantation
- Enjoy a Kathakali make-up workshop and a Kalaripayattu martial arts demo
- Savor a seafood platter with Keralan spices and a traditional sadhya lunch
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Pack light cotton clothing
Carry binoculars for birdwatching in backwaters
Book 60+ days early for best flight rates
INCLUDED
- Return Delhi-Kochi flights (economy class)
- 2 nights at luxury heritage hotels
- Private AC vehicle with chauffeur
- Dedicated English-speaking historian guide
- All entry fees & activity charges
- 6 meals (2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners)
- Bottled water + emergency kit
NOT INCLUDED
- Photography Tour
- Cooking Masterclass
- Sunset Harbor Cruise
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
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.