Yes, a same-day Agra tour package from Delhi is feasible, but it will be a long and tiring day. The drive by road is about 4 to 5 hours each way.
Luxury Backwater CruiseVerified
Description
Luxury Backwater Cruise is the best way to explore the enchanting backwaters of Kerala in South India. Enjoy the Luxury Vrinda tour package by Trip Plan India to explore the magnificent beauty of Kerala backwaters while the cruise sails on the calm waters. This is the 5 days tour package offering you a chance to experience the charm of well-known Alleppey Backwaters. Enjoy a ride in Ketuvallam, a traditional houseboat is a prime attraction of Kerala. Indulge in sightseeing and observe the local lifestyle.
Highlights
- Enjoy the true beauty of the serene backwaters of Alleppey
- Enjoy a stay on the Vrinda Luxury Cruise as you sail through the calm waters of Kerala
- Ride a traditional Kettuvallam (houseboat) – a unique Kerala experience
- Enjoy the beauty of lush green landscapes, coconut groves and local villages
- Enjoy the authentic lifestyle of Kerala and enjoy guided sightseeing
- A perfect 5 days stay to relax, unwind and explore the charm of South India
- Start and end from Cochin for a smooth and hassle-free trip
Luxury Backwater Cruise Itinerary
Day 1, Day 1: Arrive in Cochin
Once you arrive at Cochin airport, meet the representative of Trip Plan India who will help you with an assisted transfer to your pre-booked hotel. After completing the check-in formalities, the remaining day is free to spend as per your liking. You may take a visit to the most popular attractions or can relish the local cuisines, indulge in shopping, or interact with the locals. Stay overnight at the hotel in Cochin.
Day 2, Day 2: Aboard Cruise
On the second day of this tour, after breakfast, you will be picked up from the hotel and escorted to the Vembanad Lake Jetty to board the craft. As and when all the guests will get aboard, the cruise starts sailing on the sea waters of Vembanad Lake. Gradually, it enters the Alleppey canal where the soothing climate will leave you overwhelmed.While cruising, enjoy the sounds and sights of the nearby areas. Treat yourself with naturally lush beauty that is spread all around you. Afterward, the cruise sails back to Vembanad Lake so that you can marvel at the charming view of the sunset. Stay overnight on board.
Day 3, Day 3: Onboard Cruise
The third day of this luxury backwater cruise tour is on board. So, after breakfast in the morning bliss of nature, get ready to keep yourself delighted by the serene surroundings of the River Pamba canal. This route is quite interesting, as you will get to enjoy - bird watching, meeting the locals in the villages, seeing the farms and more amazing things. The boat anchors at Kanjippadam. You may indulge in a guide-related rice boat excursion by going aboard a Ketuvallam, a traditional houseboat steering through the narrow backwaters.Experience the routine lifestyle as you stroll through the shores. Back aboard the cruise and continue the tour. Overnight will be on board.
Day 4, Day 4: Onboard Cruise
Enjoy morning breakfast while cruising to the south, Anchor near Chambakulam. Indulge in sightseeing, accompanied by a guide while riding on a boat. The main attractions are St. Mary’s Church which was created by St. Thomas in 1721, a 100-year-old Shree Bhagavathey Kshetram Temple in Nedumudy. Also, you will visit the Chambakulam snake boat yard, displaying one of the traditional long snake boats used for racing.Return to the vessel for lunch as you continue cruising through the backwater tour of Kerala. The evening is free to enjoy on your own. Stay overnight on board.
Day 5, Day 5: Cochin Drop & Departure
Day 5 marks the last day of this tour. Enjoy breakfast while on the vessel taking you slowly towards the North with the key waterway channel. Get an assisted transfer to the Cochin Airport to board a flight for an onward journey.
Includes & Excludes
- 24x7 Customer Assistance
- Complimentary Mineral Water Bottles
- Daily Breakfast at the Hotel
- Customizable Itinerary as per Your Preferences
- Pickup & Drop Services by Private Car
- Private Cab with Experienced Driver Throughout the Tour
- Accommodation in 3-Star Hotels (4-Star or 5-Star hotel upgrades are available on request at additional cost.)
- Local Guide Service (Available on request with extra charges)
- Airfare and Train Tickets (Available on Request)
- Personal Expenses (e.g., shopping, tips, laundry)
- Any Services or Items Not Mentioned in the Itinerary
- Entry Fees to Monuments, Museums, and Attractions
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Jessie Alves
2 days ago
5.0Convenient Location!
The location was perfect for exploring the city, and the views from our room were breathtaking. It made our trip so much more enjoyable to stay somewhere central and scenic