Backwaters Bliss: Cochin to Alleppey Escape
Backwaters Bliss: Cochin to Alleppey Escape
Backwaters Bliss: Cochin to Alleppey Escape
2 Days Starting and ending in Kochi, Kerala, India
Visiting: Kochi, Alappuzha, Kochi (Cochin)
Tour operator:
Tour code:
AGORA86
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 10
Physical rating:
Low, EASY
Age range:
0-99
Special diets catered:
Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Jain, Halal, Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Cultural, Eco Conscious, History, Photography, Volunteering Tours
Activities:
Private Available:
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From:
$271
$257 (USD)
The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$14
Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating journey with our "Backwaters Bliss: Cochin to Alleppey Escape" private tour. Experience the serenity of Kerala's backwaters as we transfer you from Cochin to Alleppey. Cruise along palm-fringed canals, witness the picturesque countryside, and immerse yourself in the tranquility of the backwater lagoons. Indulge in the luxury of a houseboat, savor delicious meals, and unwind in the comfort of your floating accommodation. This unforgettable escape promises a blissful retreat into the beauty of Kerala's backwaters.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Cochin - Alleppey
Location: Kochi, Alappuzha
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Cochin - Alleppey (60kms/ 1.3hrs approx)Pick up from your Cochin hotel or airport and drive to Alleppey.Board a houseboat from here and enjoy the cruise through the enchanting backwaters. Houseboat comprises double/ twin bed room, with attached bathrooms, running water, and a lounge area in which to relax and enjoy the sights on the shore. Start sail through scenic backwaters, passing through one of the few areas in the world where farming is done below sea level. The backwaters here are serene and beautiful. Alleppey is referred to as the Venice of the East, due to canals, backwaters, and lagoons. Boats are the main mode of transportation here. You can see a lot of boats around, Shikara boats, small motor boats, passenger boats, cargo boat, and houseboats. Alleppey leads in coconut fiber production and makes different products out of coconut fiber like that of floor mats, coir ropes, handicrafts and a lot more.
The boat will pass through picturesque stretches of the backwaters of Alleppey and moor up for overnight in Vemabanadu Lake. Lunch, dinner and overnight in houseboat.Overnight stay at Houseboat
Day 2 : Kochi (Cochin)
Location: Kochi (Cochin)
Alleppey - Cochin (60kms/ 1.3hrs approx)After breakfast disembark from houseboat and drive to Cochin drop off to your hotel or airport.
What's Included
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Lunch
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Bottled water in car
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Dinner
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Breakfast
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Activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.
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Deluxe Air-conditioned private vehicle with English speaking chauffeur as per tour program.
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Accommodation
1 Nights accommodation in Premium Houseboat
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Applicable GST (government taxes).
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Pick up and drop off from your hotel.
What's Not Included
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Gratuities (optional)
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Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, telephone etc.
Check out our Q&As
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What currencies are required for this tour?
INR, USD, EURO, GBP, SGD, JPY, CNY, RMB, CAD,
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
Yes
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No. You have to apply for Indian Visa yourself. TOURIST VISA is mandatory for Foreign Nationals to travel India.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
We conduct our business fairly, with honesty, integrity and transparency. We deliver what we promise, and only promise what we can deliver.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Less than 10 person group only driver will be your companion. We use local government licenced tour guide in each cities for sightseeing tour.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
We do not operate tour on sharing
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
We are completely flexible in changing the travel dates, until we dont have to bourne any penalty levied by hotels/airline.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
5 Yeas
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
Yes, you will support NGO and schooling for kids in villages.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
We operate private tour/activity only for your group. Hence if you missed to join and tour departed, we can coordinate and you can join the tour from the nearest point.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Iitnerary and confirmation vouchers
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Face masks provided for travelers. Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff. Gear/equipment sanitized between use. Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized. Regular temperature checks for staff. Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Free Date Changes
Agora Voyages allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 30 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Agora Voyages allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform agora voyages, 30 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
Agora Voyages requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 15 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of agora voyages charges.
Up to 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 70% of booking price.
At 2 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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Standard Operating Protocol issued by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, GOI
Face masks provided for travelers.
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff.
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized.
Regular temperature checks for staff.
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons.
Gear/equipment sanitized between use.
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