Overview
Backwater Cruise in the Gondola ( Shikari Boat). The slowly slide down the waters by the punters using long bamboo poles. It is absolute silence around except for the calls of a myna or Koal bird. The man who punting the boat will stop for a tender coconut water brought down by the coconut harvester, you can see him climbing the tree.
After the back water cruise go to a village for watching women engaged in coir spinning and leaf weaving.
Later you will visit a cloth weaving centre where women weave cotton Saree on handlooms.
We will sit for lunch at a respectful family home/an elite vegetarian restaurent for savouring the "Sadya" the national food of Kerala.
After these experiences you will come back to Kochi for dropping back at your hotel.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
All fees and/or taxes
Dinner
Tea and coffee
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
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3 hours
Murinjapzha is a village with meandering backwaters studded with beautiful houses of all styles and fashions built by the non resident Keralites. amongst them we will aslo find tiny old fashioned houses of those still live in here.
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3 hours
Poothotta is sleepy village on the way to the backwater destination Vaikom and famous Vaikom Siva Temple.
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3 hours
Udayamperoor or Diamper is famous for the Synod of Roman Catholics held 1799 CE for making Catholic church to be brought under the Pope of Rome. The Diamper Synadal Church is on our way to the backwaters.
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Vaikom Mahadeva Temple
3 hours
Vaikom Mahadeva Temple is held as a powerful place of Shiva. The belief is that if a devotee worships before the Ucha puja, all his/her wishes are fulfilled.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Kolkata).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Backwater Cruise, Cloth Weaving, Coir Spinning, Kerala Lunch
Can I cancel Backwater Cruise, Cloth Weaving, Coir Spinning, Kerala Lunch for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 7 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's not included?
- Dinner
- Tea and coffee
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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