From Kochi Port: Backwater Canoe and Fort Kochi Tour Morning Tour with Lunch
ID: GYG323113-572278
Category:
Country: India
Duration:
06:30 hours
Description
Explore the backwaters of Kerala on a motorized canoe on this tour designed especially for cruise ship passengers with a traditional Keralan lunch.
Marvel at the breathtaking scenery of the Allepey region from the comfort of a traditional riverboat on this shore excursion. After getting picked up from the cruise ship docks at Kochi Port, begin the 1.5-hour journey to Alleppey where you will board your Shikara (motorized canoe). Then, begin your journey, cruising slowly through the vast network of backwaters.
Discover for yourself why Alleppey has often been described as the Venice of the East. Venture through village areas and the landscape of the Alappuzha to marvel at lush vegetation, paddy fields, coconut palms, and much more.
Once back on dry land, sit down to a delicious vegetarian lunch which showcases the best of Keralan cuisine before journeying to the serene Fort Kochi area. Marvel at the Cheena Vala (Chinese fishing nets) in the Arabian Sea, and see other attractions of the region. At the end of your tour, get dropped off back at the port in time for your cruise ship departure.
Choose to depart in the morning or afternoon. The morning departure option includes lunch and the afternoon departure option includes snacks with tea or coffee (lunch is not included in this option).
Highlights
- Cruise through the backwaters of Kerala in a traditional canoe boat
- Drift past lush vegetation, paddy fields and coconut palms
- Enjoy a delicious traditional lunch or snacks with tea and coffee (depending on option chosen)
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please note that this tour is only for cruise ship passengers and is only suitable for passengers whose ship departs at 4:30 pm or later
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Adult pricing applies to all travelers
• A small amount of walking is involved in this tour
• The tour operates in all weather conditions so please dress appropriately
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
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.
