In
case you are making a pit stop at the Kochi port and you would have some time
in your hand, a private shore excursion would be an ideal way to spend some
quality time. There are many operators who engages themselves in tour
to Kerala arranges this sort of tour. They will pick you up I the
morning and drop you off in the evening. Most of the guides and chauffeurs
provided are well versed in at least one foreign language.
The
pickup point is either a predetermined location like Princess Street in Fort
Kochi or decided as per your convenience. You will be driven to Alleppey or
Kumarakom. The locations will be based on your preference. Direct pickup from
Cochin airport could also be arranged. The pickup facilities would include an
air conditioned car. The car will take you to Alleppey or Kumarakom from where
you would be checked in the Kerala Travel Packages.
A
welcome drink of tender coconut water would be offered. While you sip away the
coconut water the crew of the houseboat will prepare the boat for the forward
journey – the cruise. The traditional houseboats are known as Kettuvallam.
These Kettuvallams are famous for providing enthralling backwater cruise.