SHORE EXCURSION

Through Kerala's Backwater Charm

... Story of Kuttanad

Shikkara Boat Tour in Alleppey

Alleppey is known as the Venice of the East. Alleppey is a small coastal township. It stretches about 10KM western side is the Arabian Sea and the east is the Kuttanadu region. The Kuttanad region is geographically unique with its intricate network of canals, lakes and lagoons. It stretches up to 50 km and ends at Kottayam District. Popularly called Backwaters. These tranquil backwaters are very scenic with palm-fringed lush greenery, Coconut farms and rice fields. While cruising through the backwater you will witness the agrestic life of the farmers and fishermen living along the banks of the canals. Here the life is slow-paced, but always it is in Vibrant Mode. If you are a storyphile every temple or church or even the winds has a story to tell you… Still it is untold, till you are hear.

Tour Details

At 9 AM our representative will meet you at Cochin Port and lead you to the vehicle. This is a 1 hr 45 minute journey from Cochin Port to Alleppy. At 11 AM you will board the Shikkara Boat and start the cruise through the backwaters of Alleppey. Watch the bucolic life settlements on the canal banks. See the small temples and churches. The life in the village is peaceful, Simple and in harmony with nature. At 1 PM you have lunch in a resort/homestay. 2PM Depart to Cochin and Reach the pier on time.

Sikkara Boats are the smaller version of houseboats with an object to pass through the narrow canals through which houseboats can’t go. Shikkara boats are the modified version of Cheruvallams, which were common mode of transportation of cargo from one village to another. This is made with wood, bamboo ply and coir ropes with intricate designs and craftsmanship. Comfortable seating arrangements on the boats make your cruise enjoyable. Because both sides of the shikara are wide open you will get cool breezes and panoramic vistas of beautiful landscapes.

About the Lunch

The lunch will be arranged in a resort/home stay near the backwater front. Lunch will be Buffet /Alacarta There are many varieties of veg and non-veg food items included in the lunch. Food is non spicy and mild.

Tour Cost

  • 55 usd / person

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