Alappuzha, also known as the "Venice of the East", is an important tourist destination in India and the backwaters of Alappuzha are the most popular tourist attraction in Kerala. A houseboat cruise on these backwaters is a delightful experience. Alappuzha is a landmark between the broad Arabian Sea and the web of rivers flowing into it. It is a town in the Alappuzha District in the southern Indian state of Kerala. Lord Curzon, the Viceroy of the Indian Empire, made a visit to Alappuzha in the early 20th century. Fascinated by the scenic beauty of the place he said “here nature has spent up on the land her richest bounties”. Detailed itinerary: Day 1: After the pick-up from Cochin Port or at your hotel at 10:15, you will transfer to Alappuzha to board the houseboat around 12:00. Once aboard the houseboat you will slowly cruise through the backwaters and village area of Alappuzha, passing paddy fields and coconut palm. Main meals will be served on board before staying overnight on the houseboat. Day 2: The cruise will finish around 9:00. You will then transfer back to Cochin Port or your hotel, arriving by 11:00.

Explore the famous Kerala backwaters of Alleppey on board a traditional houseboat. Alleppey, also known as Alappuzha, is located between the Arabian Sea and a web of rivers flowing into it. In the early 20th century, the then Viceroy of the Indian Empire, Lord Curzon was so mesmerized by the scenic beauty he declared that Alleppey was “The Venice of the East.” Following a pickup from Cochin Cruise Port or from Cochin Hotels, transfer to Aleppey to board your houseboat. Cruise slowly through the backwaters and village areas to marvel at the lush vegetation, paddy fields, coconut palms, and more. There’s no guide on board but there will be 3 staff members to look after you and make sure your experience is as relaxed as you could wish for. Enjoy a lunch of Keralan cusine as you gently cruise, before later transferring back to Cochin Port or your hotel.

Day 1: Arrival Cochin Arrival at Cochin and transfer to hotel. Check in at Hotel. In Cochin Visit the Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue ,St. Francis Church - built in 1510 and the oldest European church in India, Chinese Fishing Nets- introduced by the court of Kublai Khan can be seen in Fort Cochin. Fort Cochin Beach etc. Overnight stay at Cochin Day : 2 : Cochin Sightseeing Morning after the Breakfast proceed for Cochin sightseeing . .Visit the Dutch Palace-built by the Portuguese in 1557 and subsequently renovated by the Dutch after 1663. The murals are perhaps the best in India. Jewish Synagogue - built in 1568 and the oldest Synagogue in the Commonwealth are at Mattancherry. St. Francis Church - built in 1510 and the oldest European church in India, Chinese Fishing Nets- introduced by the court of Kublai Khan can be seen in Fort Cochin. Fort Cochin Beach etc. Overnight stay at Cochin Day 3 : Cochin to Munnar Morning after breakfast check out from the hotel and transfer to Munnar. Munnar is 1800 mts above sea level and also the place of South India's highest peak (Anamudi - 2695 mts). On the way visit Valara, Cheeyappara waterfalls & Tea Plantations. Check in to Hotel. Afternoon visit Rajamala (Eravikulam National Park - open as per the directions by the forest authorities ), the best place to see Nilgiri Tahr (Hermitragus Hilarious) - the mountain goat of South India & Tea Museum. Evening have a short visit at Munnar town. You can see the beautiful tea estates like a green paradise. Overnight stay at Munnar. Day 4 : Munnar Sightseeing Morning after breakfast proceed to enjoy full day sight seeing tour of Munnar. Rose Garden, Tea Garden, Photo Point, Madupetty Dam/Lake, Echo Point & Kundala Dam/Lake. Overnight stay at hotel/resort. Day 5 : Munnar - Thekkady Morning after breakfast check out from the hotel and transfer to Thekkady .Thekkady is a world famous wildlife sanctuary and it is also called as Periyar. On arrival check in at Hotel. Afternoon visit wildlife sanctuary & enjoy the boating ( tickets charges are extra and subject to availability ). Visit spice plantations. Apart from being enjoyable these plantation tours gives tourists an insight into the growing, harvesting and processing of spices. Evening will be free for Cultural show ( Kathakali & Kalaripayattu on direct payment ) & local shopping. Overnight stay at Thekkady. Day 6 : Thekkady to Alleppey Morning after breakfast leave for Alleppey, Allappuza famous for its backwaters. Visit Alleppey beach, sunset and enjoy shopping if staying in Alleppey. Visit Alleppey Beach and Backwaters. Enjoy all the amenities of this hotel/resort for a day which includes fishing in the backwaters (depends on the hotel/resort selected) Overnight stay at same hotel/resort" Day 7: Alleppey -Cochin departure transfer After breakfast check out from the hotel and Transferred to Cochin Airport / Railway station for the for the departure.

Immerse yourself in the grandeur of the Golden Triangle and unwind in the tranquil backwaters of Kerala. This unique tour guarantees a perfect harmony of ancient treasures and idyllic retreats. Day 1. Arrival at Delhi: Arrive Delhi International airport. our representative will welcome you with warm greetings, then transfer to prebooked hotel check-in relax to overcome jet leg of the long flight & to recuperate to our weather conditions. overnight at hotel. Day 2. Delhi Sightseeing: Morning after breakfast, your Full Day City tour of Delhi you will explore Qutub Minar, Humayun’s Tomb, Bangla Sahib Temple, Lotus Temple, Akshardham Temple, India Gate, Tuk Tuk ride in Chandni Chowk, overnight at hotel. Day 3. Delhi – Agra (230 kms): Today morning, enjoy the breakfast after that you will be driven to Agra. Agra city is also famous with the name city of marbles. On your arrival at Agra, check-in at the hotel and then leave to explore Matehtab Bagh. After that enjoy lunch also visit Itmad-ud-Daulah's Tomb (known as baby Taj). Later, enjoy shopping and then dinner at Mughali restaurant. After dinner, overnight at the hotel. Day 4. Agra Sightseeing: The fourth-day visit world-famous Taj Mahal. After breakfast, Morning Skip the line Sunrise tour of Taj Mahal, then visit Red Fort after then have lunch in the Mugali restaurant then explore Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daula (Known as Baby Taj). In the evening, you can explore the local markets of Agra & buy some wonderful Souvenirs for your family & friends. Later enjoy dinner and overnight at the hotel. Day 5. Agra - Jaipur (245 kms): Today, our representative will drive you to Jaipur city. You will visit Fatehpur Sikri en-route towards Pink city. On your arrival at Jaipur, check-in at the hotel and get freshen up or else relax for some-time. In the evening you can enjoy shopping where you will like shopping wide range of handicraft products. Also enjoy dinner at one of the best restaurant in the city where you can find some great Rajput Ana taste. After dinner, overnight at the hotel. Day 6. Jaipur Sightseeing: After breakfast, you will visit Amer fort. After that, visit Jaigarh Fort where you will get to witness the largest canon on Wheels. then visit Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Jantar Mantar and other famous attractions of the city. In the evening, visit Jal Mahal palace. Later Visit a rug factory and see the ladies at the intricate work or a gem factory and see the gem cutting and polishing process. overnight at hotel. Day 7. Jaipur- Delhi - Cochin (By Flight): Today after breakfast, transfer to Delhi and from Delhi board a flight for cochin, on arrival check-in, overnight at hotel. Day 8. Cochin Sightseeing: Day 9. Cochin - Munnar (127 km): Day 10. Munnar sightseeing: Day 11. Munnar - Thekkady (85 km): Day 12. Thekkady - Alleppey (140 km): Day 13. Alleppey - Kovalam (160 km): Day 14. Kovalam - Trivandrum – Kovalam Day 15. Kovalam - Trivandrum (20 km)

You will be picked up from your hotel in Cochin or Cochin Cruise Port ships berth before beginning a 1.5-hour transfer to Alleppey to board your houseboat. You will then begin your journey, cruising slowly through the backwaters and village areas to marvel at the lush vegetation, paddy fields, coconut palms, and more. There will be 3 staff members to look after you and make sure your experience is as relaxed as you could wish for. Alleppey, also known as Alappuzha, is located between the Arabian Sea and the 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.” You can enjoy a lunch of Keralan cuisine on the houseboat, before later transferring to Fort Kochi to visit the famous Chinese nets, St. Francis Church and Dhobi Khana. Your tour will then conclude as you are driven back to your hotel in Cochin, or to the Cochin Port.