Kerala Backwater Journey

On arrival with meeting and assistance at the airport/railway station. Our Ghumney representative will meet to welcome and escort you and straight transfer to Hotel. Once you complete the check-in formalities, freshen up and energize yourself to enjoy the upcoming excitement. Thereafter, embark on a sightseeing tour. We will start our day tour by visiting Paradesi Synagogue, one of the oldest Synagogue where Jews are meeting since 1568. the year it was constructed. From here you will head to Mattancherry Palace. This UNESCO World Heritage-listed palace is famous for Kerala Murals, a kind of wall painting that depicts Hindu mythology and Rajas of Kochi. Our next destination is Santa Cruz Basilica. This church is one of the most elegant and remarkable churches in India and is reckoned as one of the heritage edifices of Kerala. Next, you will visit Ernakulam Shiva Temple and St. Francis Church. Ernakulam Shiva Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva who is believed to be the protector of the city. From here, we will head to the St. Francis Church. Built-in 1503, St. Francis Church possesses great historical significance and is a silent witness of the European colonial struggle in the subcontinent. The last attraction of the day is the Chinese Fishing Nets. While in Kerala, Chinese Fishing Nets are a must-visit which is a permanent installation of fishing nets providing a unique method of fishing in the sea. Explore this cultural symbol of Kerala and visit the popular markets for shopping before returning to your hotel for a night stay.

After having breakfast, you will begin driving to one of the most popular backwater destinations of Kerala, Alleppey which was previously known as Alappuzha. You will arrive at Pallathuruthy Jetty by 12:00 PM and after completing the check-in formalities your Kerala Backwaters Houseboat tour will begin in the real sense. From here, you will sail across the stunning attractions of Vilakumaram Thodu and Kalitta in the best Houseboat in Alleppey. Soak-in the serenity spread all around and savor the delightful views. Your houseboat also includes a trained chef who will delight you with special lunch on-board. The Alleppey Kerala Boat House cruises through SNDP Thodu, Kuppapuram, and Vembanad Kayal. In the evening the boat will reach Kainakary. Before the sun sets, come back to your houseboat and set off to Kothamangalam, Chennengary via Nedumudi. Enjoy the vivid beauty created by the last rays of the sun falling on the pristine water. In this dreamy environment, join a traditional dinner onboard your Alleppey Boat House and enjoy sumptuous delicacies. Post dinner, enjoy an overnight stay aboard.

After having breakfast, wake up from sleep hearing the chirping of birds as your Alappuzha Boat House arrives in Kumarakom. After the farewell breakfast, complete the check-out formalities and de-board the houseboat. Thereafter, start your road journey to Kumarakom. As you reach, check in at the hotel. The rest of the day is at your leisure. So, you can explore Kumarakom at your own pace. Or else you can choose to head to the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary which is home to cuckoos and many Siberian storks. After your day's venture exploring Kumarakom, you will board the houseboat to enjoy an amazing view of the sunset from the deck. This is followed by a special dinner before returning to your hotel for the night stay.

After breakfast check out from the hotel and transfer to airport/railway station to board flight/train for onward destination.

End of Our Services ( Check-in/ Check-out time is 1200 Hrs. at all hotels)