Overview
Cruise the backwaters of Alleppey, also known as Alappuzha, on a 6-hour tour from Fort Kochi and discover the famous inland waterways of Kerala on a Shikara Boat (Shaded Canoe Motorized Boat). See traditional villages and backwater boats and more. Alleppey is located between the Arabian Sea and a web of rivers flowing into it.
In the early 20th century, the Viceroy of the Indian Empire, Lord Curzon, was so mesmerized by the scenic beauty that he declared that Alleppey was “The Venice of the East.”
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Pick Up /Drop from Cochin Hotel or Cruise Port Terminal
Non AC Shikara cruise (approx. 3 hrs)
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Fort Cochin, Wellingdon Island, Kundanoor, or Ernakulam MG Road by private air conditioned vehicle
Food
Drinks and alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
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Kochi (Cochin)
Pick up from Cochin Hotel or Cochin Cruise terminal
Pick-from Cochin Port or your hotel and transfer to Aleppey (approximately 1.30 hours) to board the boat . The boat will cruise slowly through the backwaters and village area of Aleppey with the main attraction during the cruise being the view of backwaters, paddy fields, coconut palms, and the villager's daily life. The cruise will finish after 3 hours cruise and you get back to Cochin -
Backwater of aleppey
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Kerala Backwaters
3 hours
Cruise Along the Backwater of Kerala
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Kolkata).
Additional Information
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Kochi Private Tour: Kerala Backwater Shikara (Shaded Canoe Boat) Day Cruise
Can I cancel Kochi Private Tour: Kerala Backwater Shikara (Shaded Canoe Boat) Day Cruise for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 6 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Pick Up /Drop from Cochin Hotel or Cruise Port Terminal
- Non AC Shikara cruise (approx. 3 hrs)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Fort Cochin, Wellingdon Island, Kundanoor, or Ernakulam MG Road by private air conditioned vehicle
What's not included?
- Food
- Drinks and alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
Which places does it visit?
It visits Kochi (Cochin), Kerala Backwaters.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Carnival Tours Kochi
