Welcome to Incredible India: You are welcomed and picked up by our executive from the airport and transferred to your hotel in a private car. Kochi is Kerala’s most cosmopolitan and modern city, comprising Ernakulum (the mainland) and a group of islands on Lake Vembanad. Influenced historically by the Chinese, Dutch, Portuguese, and British, the city bears their indelible marks.

Sightseeing includes Mattancherry Palace, Pardesi Synagogue, Santa Cruz Basilica, St. Francis Church, and the iconic Chinese fishing nets. In the evening, enjoy a captivating Kathakali dance performance. Overnight stay in Kochi.

A Giant Country Craft: Today you will be transferred to the houseboat to sail Kerala’s famous backwaters—the state’s unique selling proposition. Kerala’s backwaters span over 1500 km, with a network of 44 rivers, lagoons, and lakes. Alleppey, central to this network, features water levels that match the land, offering an intimate view of countryside life during your backwater cruise.

Your houseboat features a fully furnished bedroom, a drawing-cum-dining area, kitchen, and toilet. Enjoy locally flavored fish preparations on board. The houseboat anchors for an overnight stay.

Home Afloat – A Masterpiece of Craftsmanship: Authentically designed and luxuriously furnished houseboats glide slowly through the picturesque backwaters, offering spectacular views. Pass by lush paddy fields, tiny hamlets with villagers engaged in daily routines, women haggling at water edges, flocks of ducks, and playful water hens, creating a mesmerizing experience.

Did you know? Your kettuvallam (houseboat) is crafted from Jackwood planks tied together without a single nail. Coated with resin from boiled cashew kernels, these boats last for generations, making your stay uniquely memorable.

A Home Away from Home: After breakfast, transfer from the houseboat to a homestay. Experience life with a local family, interact with them, learn about their culture, and enjoy authentic ethnic cuisine. Participate in the family kitchen to try traditional cooking and take home treasured recipes passed down through generations.

Homestays offer ample opportunities to explore the rural ambiance, enjoy the company of welcoming villagers, and celebrate local festivals. Your hosts may also arrange traditional performances by local singers.

The Way Back: Today you will be dropped at Kochi airport to board your flight for onward journeys. We hope you leave with fond memories to cherish.