The perfectly pictorial Kumarakom and Alleppey
INTRODUCTION
For those living an urban life would know hectic it can get and how much we end up craving for a peaceful break, away from all the chaos, especially in the lap of Mother Nature. A trip to Kumarakom and Alleppey will quench that thirst and rejuvenate your body and soul in ways you cannot foresee. Spend a couple of days getting pampered by nature like never before.
SHORT ITINERARY
- Day 01: Arrival at Kochi and drive to Kumarakom, all day tour (1 hour – 48 kms)
- Day 02:Drive from Kumarakom to Alleppey (54 minutes – 33 kms)
- Day 03:Departure
TOUR ITINERARY
After our executive picks you up and drives to Kumarakom, you can swiftly check in to the hotel, freshen up and kick start the adventure. Start by taking a houseboat ride in the backwaters, after which you can engage in some water sports at the Kumarakom beach. Visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary to admire nature at one of its best. The Bay Island Driftwood museum will make for a unique experience. If you love trekking, you can pick the trail to Aruvikkuzhi Waterfall. A visit to the Pathiramanl island is a must to venture deeper into the wild.
The next day morning, you set out for one of the most advertised places in Kerala, Alleppey. Take a ride through Kuttanad, also known as the “Rice bowl of India”, and Vembanad Lake – the longest in Kerala and one of the largest in India. Catch the native sights and the rustic charm of Alleppey in this trip. For the beach lovers, Alleppey Beach or the Marari Beach is an ideal spot to rewind. For those who would like to have some spiritual time, churches like St Mary’s Forane Church is a highly popular place. The unique snake temple – Mannarasala Sri Nagaraja Temple, one of the oldest Krishna temples Ambalapuzha Temple or Karumadikkuttan that features the half of a Buddha statue, also serve to be a serene spots. History buffs can check out the Krishnapuram Palace, which is now a museum.
Have a refreshingly native breakfast, you’ll leave for Kochi with a handful of memories that will remain evergreen in your memories.
Tour prices include
- Accommodation will be arranged at a good hotel with facilities like AC.
- A spacious car will be provided to travel around Kumarakom and Alleppey
- Fuel, insurance, toll taxes, parking fee, other vehicle related costs, etc.
- Entry fee to museums, sanctuaries, etc.
Exclusions:
- Meals and beverages other than determined in incorporations.
- Expenses for example, portages, tips, phone calls, clothing costs and so on.
- All passageways, camera charges, direct and driver tipping.
- Insurance Cover.
- Price of air or train tickets.