Package Code : QKSN 210
2 Nights | 3 Days
– Kumarakom (1 Night)
– Alleppey (1 Night)
The Kerala backwater Package offers you an opportunity to explore the scenic and stunning backwaters of Kerala especially at Alleppey and Kumarakam. Rejuvenate your senses in the vibrant land of Kerala with serene backwaters and vast stretch of beaches make the south Indian state of Kerala truly God’s Own Country. The fascinating backwaters of Kerala host the families and friends by providing them with the best place to spend a day at leisure. This kerala tour package by Quick Kerala Holidays provides you with an experience of being at the best hot spot of birds and enjoying every bit of the lagoon. Houseboats are available with various facilities depends on their categories and you can make your choice within your budget.
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Important Notes:-
Day 01: Cochin to Kumarakam.
Upon your arrival our representative will meet and assist you to transfer to Kumarakom. Reach & check-in at the hotel and relax for a while amidst the comforts of your room. Kumarakom is one of the few places in the world where the means for transportation is through boats. Kumarakom is blessed with the Vembanad Lake which has its majestic canals, streams and distributaries along its banks weave an intricate and enchantingly beautiful web. The beauty of nature amidst spectacular mangrove forests, coconut canopies and pulsating paddy fields peppered with enchanting waterways and canals decked with wild lilies, adds to the beauty of its surroundings. Kumarakom is the place for the people looking for a lazy and laid back holiday.
Sightseeing:-
1. The major attraction of Kumarakom is the Bird Sanctuary where a profusion of all kinds of birds can be observed. Domestic birds such as cuckoo, wild duck, egrets, darters, herons, teal, and water fowl can be seen in abundance here, as much as can the Siberian storks which migrate to this area each year.
2. Boating and fishing, very popular with the visitors.
3. An enchanting backwater destination.
Day 02: Kumarakam – Alleppey.
After enjoying the breakfast proceed to Alleppey to board onto the Houseboat at 1200 hrs.
Begin the exciting journey of backwater cruise with the comforts of houseboat. Houseboats are the modern forms of kettuvallams or rice boats which were used as ferries to carry rice. Lunch on the houseboat and later cruise through the narrow canals of the Vembanad Lake. Explore the serene and scenic backwaters passing through lagoons, canals, lakes, rivers and inlets. See the traditional villages and coconut groves from the deck of the boat. Splash water with your hands and en joy the unique world of water and wonderment. Luxuriant greens, tranquil backwaters, coir-laden houseboats and magical beauty will heal your mind and body as you travel to surreal Kerala backwaters. The boat moors on the lake for the night by evening. After dark you can enjoy a delicious dinner to the sound of water lapping the side of the boat.
Terms and conditions for House Boat: (1). Check in time is after 12 noon and check out time is 9 am, (2). A/c will operate from 9 pm to 6 am, (3). House boat will be anchored by 5.30 pm and there will not be any cruise till 7 am in the next day morning due to Govt. restrictions, (4). The house boat will remain idle in the lake at lunch time.
Day 03: Alleppey to Cochin.
After enjoying the breakfast and check out from the house boat proceed to Cochin and do the sightseeing depends on your departure time. Cochin sightseeing which includes Dutch Palace (Closed on every Fridays), Jewish Synagogue (closed on every Fridays and Saturdays), Jews Street, St. Francis church, Chinese fishing net, Visiting the Lulu Mall etc. After completing the sightseeing proceed to Cochin airport/Railway station to connect your flight/train to the onward destination, with sweet memories of your holidays and with a promise to return once again to this part of the world.
Notes
Budgeted: | Transport using an AC Sedan Car for all transfers and sightseeing tours as mentioned in the above program |
Premium | Transport using an AC Sedan Car for all transfers and sightseeing tours as mentioned in the above program |
Deluxe: | Transport using an AC Sedan Car for all transfers and sightseeing tours as mentioned in the above program |
Super Deluxe: | Transport using an AC Premium Car for all transfers and sightseeing tours as mentioned in the above program |
The transportation includes services of an English/Hindi speaking driver along with all applicable govt. taxes, toll, parking, driver allowance and fuel charge.