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Backwaters Houseboat Cruise in Aleppey with Lunch from Cochin - Private Tour
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Backwaters Houseboat Cruise in Aleppey with Lunch from Cochin - Private Tour
By Carnival Tours & Travels
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Ages 1-90
Duration: 6h
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Live guide: English
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- Deluxe /Standard non-AC Houseboat cruise (approx.3 hrs)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from Cochin by private air conditioned vehicle
- Lunch
- Private Tour
- Entry/Admission - Kerala Backwaters
What's not included- Drinks and alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Guides are optional at extra cost ,please choose option accordingly while booking
- Gratuities
- Guides
- Start:Traveller pickup offered.Pickup details
- Departure Point: Pickup is available at the following locations: From your hotel in Cochin Return point: Returns to original departure point
Port pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.- Sagarika Cochin International Cruise Terminal, X789+HFM, Willingdon Island, Kochi, Kerala 682003, India
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 7491P137- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travellers can participate
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum age is 1 years old
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 7491P137
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- ipzAmi3130 contributionsexcellentKerala, December 2024: Backwaters, misty hills, and breathtaking sunsets. Nature’s magic at its best—serene, stunning, unforgettable.Written 10 January 2025
- 196roshanp0 contributionsGood experienceThe tour and the food were phenomenal. Our tour guide Arithy easily gets 5 stars. She was very knowledgeable about the birds we were hearing/seeing, the plants around us, and life in Kerala. She is a native of the village, and she was a great conversationalist. The vegetarian lunch was out of this world. The food is made by a local cook from the village and incredibly tasty. The host of the lunch was also very kind and told us a lot about the food we were eating. Very relaxing and informative experience overall. The only reason I give this review 4 instead of 5 stars is that the booking company, Carnival, had some miscommunication (over a rescheduled bank holiday) because of differences in English over WhatsApp messaging. We cleared it up once we talked on the phone with the company.Written 4 January 2025
- TamarTiger0 contributionsFishing nets are a must see.Well worth a visit. Cochin is a charming place. The fishing nets are a must see. You do have to barter with the tuk tuk drivers at the port, aim to pay no more than half of the first price. Bear in mind that the driver’s main aim will be to get you to shops that give him “commission “. Be firm if that’s not your idea of sightseeing. Like the rest of India, it is filthy, which is so sad in such a beautiful country.Written 2 January 2025
- dp64750 contributionsAmazing exxperienceAmazing experience. Boat navigator and guide were professional. Yummy delicious keralite food. Private car driver Mr. Lalit is excellent. Overall fiver start exxperience.Written 26 December 2024
- susansZ6724FT0 contributionsWould not go againIt was a bit too long, the guide did not give us information about the scenery, most of the time we had to ask questions and she would answerWritten 24 December 2024
- Anabela M0 contributionsRelax, tech detox and back to natureA very relaxing way to enjoy the backwaters of Kerala if you do not have the time to go on a houseboat journey. The canal afternoon with Kerala vegetarian lunch was such a unique experience. We saw the versatile way the coconut has been used in a local village from stringing coconut hemp cord to making coconut leaf roof and, making coconut broom sticks. Seeing the simple way of life reminds us to cherish nature. It is very relaxing and educational even for a iPad loving 6-yr old. Gladly recommend this for families who need a tech time out afternoon.Written 23 December 2024
- Isabella W0 contributionsTranquil and friendlyA wonderful experience, the operator was communicative and organised, the transfer and programme smooth. The route the boat took was lovely and quiet, and the guide gave interesting information about the local wildlife and culture. It was great to watch coconut husk rope making and palm leaf weaving too. Lunch was fun too!Written 20 December 2024
- m_a_t_t_r1985uk0 contributionsLovely Backwater TripWe booked this trip after reading all the great reviews on trip advisor. We had a fantastic day out. Very relaxing to be on the backwaters and lovely to see how they use the coconut shells for making rope. The tour was topped off with a lovely keralan lunch.Written 16 December 2024
- Trinh N0 contributionsExcellentOur tour guide was experienced and the backwater was excellent. Pickup/drop off was very convenient. Lunch provided was very goodWritten 16 December 2024
- vickyrP3464QO0 contributionsRelaxing day on the riverGreat experience with a very knowledgable guide- incredibly friendly people - nothing was too much trouble - well worth it.Written 11 December 2024
- JezabelAlgarve0 contributionsWonderful way to spend the dayPrompt pick up from meeting point by cab took us to the boat about an hours journey. There we were met by the lovely Arithy who was our guide for the trip. We boarded the boat and were able to take the prime seats as we were the only guests. The boat was then punted down the river and canals expertly by the two pole handlers. It was such a wonderful peaceful experience and gave us a chance to relax after the hustle and bustle of the past week. We saw lots of birds including the beautiful bee eaters. We stopped at a small village where we were treated to lessons on palm leaf weaving and rope making. This was very interesting and we were able to purchase a bag of nutmegs and some hand made potato crisps. We then punted back and had amazing lunch served on a banana leaf. Time then to head back by cab to our starting point. We had a marvelous day and would definitely recommend this experience.Written 11 December 2024
- 848kimg0 contributionsPeaceful & Beautiful TourWe were picked up from the cruise port by Santhosh who expertly drove us to Aleppey. Upon arrival we met Dinesh who was our guide for the day. We loved having the private houseboat for our party of 4. It was a beautiful time gliding along the river seeing how people live and make a living. We learned about the customs of this area and what life is like for the farmers and fishermen. Dinesh shared so much for us - even pointing out his home when we went by. He was an incredible guide. On board we were served a traditional lunch and then taken back to Cochin at the end. A superb day in the countryside. Such a different side to see from the busyness of the city.Written 9 December 2024
- T6645LNstephanier0 contributionsRelaxing experience on the backwatersThis was the perfect introduction to the Kerala backwaters and great for us as we were short on time in Kochi. It was so relaxing and worth a visit to see the beautiful backwaters.Written 9 December 2024
- Lesley A0 contributionsKochiOur ship was late to port then immigration took ages. They waited for us Jude was an excellent guide, lots of information. Bus and rickshaw rides gave a true Kerala feel.Written 3 December 2024
- Jennifer P0 contributionsFantastic experienceFantastic. Shared car to the boat although you can book a separate car but it's costs more. Beautiful, and the lady was so helpful and had lots of knowledge. I went solo and felt very comfortable. The lunch was served on a banana leaf, and it was so tasty I highly recommend this experience.Written 16 November 2024
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David G
London, UK34 contributions
The tour includes a taxi to and from the backwaters (2 hours each way from Fort Kochi) and a 4 hour boat trip through what must be among the most beautiful rivers and lakes in the world. The staff on the boat were friendly and helpful but not intrusive and the lunch was a delicious selection of local dishes. There are much cheaper deals available locally, but this one guarantees an easy and stress free experience from start to finish
Written 11 March 2020
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Dear Sir,
Thanks for the Excellent review about us on VIATOR
Happy to know that you had a great tour and satisfied with our services
Looking Forward to serve you many more times in mere future
Regards
Backwaters Houseboat Cruise Tours - Carnival Tours & Travels ,India
Written 12 March 2020
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Sadhana P
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Apr 2022 • Family
Carnival Tours are 5 star, easy and prompt to deal with, excellent service & food supplied on our houseboat, we couldn't fault a thing. The staff were so polite and entertaining, it was certainly a highlight of our trip. Highly recommend this activity and Carnival Tours!
Written 23 April 2022
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Anastasia
London, UK8 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
The tour was pleasant with convenient pickup from the hotel and a cruise along the backwaters in a nice big boat. The crew was friendly and helpful. A nice lunch was prepared by the crew, however we were hoping to have more seafood. It was mainly vegetarian dishes with one small fish served per person. We departed from the shore at noon which is the hottest time of day so it was a bit uncomfortable. Would be better to go closer to the sunset. A decent tour but we didn’t think it was a very good value for what you get.
Written 3 February 2024
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Pristed
Odense, Denmark521 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
Here we could really get the pulse going as we slid down the river. We had a single night which included dinner and breakfast. Fantastic experience to follow the life that was on the shore in the form of laundry, morning toilet, beautiful houses along the shore, river transport of various materials.
Written 24 March 2024
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benoniboykie
Glasgow, UK78 contributions
Well , well what a brilliant tour, so relaxing informative, interesting and the guides are so sincere.
Unbelievable value for money. Highly recommended+++++
Unbelievable value for money. Highly recommended+++++
Written 4 January 2020
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Dear Sir/Madam,
Thanks for the excellent review about us on Tripadvisor
Happy to know that you had a great tour and satisfied with our services
Looking Forward to serve you many more times in mere future
Regards
Team Carnival
Written 5 January 2020
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