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4 Days in the Great Backwaters: Lake Placid

  • Kochi 1 night
  • Kumarakom 1 night
  • Houseboat 1 night
  • Tour Itinerary
  • Kerala
  • Indus Holidays Popular
Suitable for

Couple/Family

Duration

3 Nights 4 Days

Category

Nature / Backwaters

Package type

Customisable

This short break invites you to experience the serenity, simplicity and silence of the Kerala backwaters. We take you to a world unsullied by modern ways and time almost tends to lose all meaning. If you are looking for an unhurried relaxing break with backwaters, houseboats and some quiet time,

Starting from

8000

/person

Experience Highlights

  • Houseboat
  • Tea garden
  • Wildlife
  • Stay on a beautiful eco-friendly houseboat as it traverses through the backwaters
  • Enjoy a heritage walk through the well preserved zone of Fort Kochi and shop for spices and antiques
  • Experience the slow and calm life by the backwaters from the relaxing environs of your island resort
  • If interested, you can get a relaxing ayurveda massage for yourself at your backwater resort

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Booked by 156 travellers in 2021

Tour Summary

  • 4 Days
  • 3 Destinations
  • Short daily travel
  • Day 1 - Kochi on arrival
  • Day 2 - Kochi - Kumarakom
  • Day 3 - Kumarakom -Alleppey
  • Day 4 - Departure from Kochi

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1

  • Kochi on Arrival
  • Full Day
  • In Town

Nowhere else in India can you find such an intriguing mix: a 450-year-old synagogue, colourful street art, iconic fishing nets and gable-roofed victorian structures squeezed together with boho cafes. A tropical port city which sits astride a cluster of little islands, Kochi is far more than your gateway to Kerala.

  • MORNINGOn arrival, meet your Indus representative who will drive you to mainland Kochi. Fresh up at your hotel and head to Fort Kochi.
  • AFTERNOONDig into Kochi colonial past by foot to explore heritage churches, landmarks and the well preservedDutch Palace(optional)
  • Stroll past shops selling antiques and spices to visit the beautiful
  • Walk by the sea to observe the still-in-useChinese Fishing Netsand even try operating oneJewish Synagogue 
  • EVENINGLaze around in the town arty cafes or hop on a local ferry to see the city skyline at sunset
  • As in important center for arts, Kochi is a standout place to witness an eveningKathakali(Optional)
  • For dinner, try one of the exquisite seafood restaurants around and relax for the night

Stay at Kochi

AC Private Cab

Our drivers are trained and professional. They are well versed with the destinations and also help for your requirements while on tour.

Coral Isle

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Deluxe Room

Insider Tips by Indus Indus Holidays

Did you know that Kochi was a natural harbour created by the massive floods of 1340

All such local insider tips is here: Local's guide to Kochi 

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Activity Add-ons

Day 2

  • Kochi to Kumarakom
  • 2 hrs
  • 70 kms

Discover the most fascinating waterworld on earth every road is a canal, every home is an island. Kumarakom will marvel you with its unique biodiverse landscape, heavenly local cuisine and its altogether different backwater village lifestyle.

  • MORNINGEnjoy a scenic drive past paddy fields and palms to your backwater resort
  • Experience atraditional lunchand settle into the gentle pace of life here
  • Ayurveda therapies would be a great option for the late afternoon
  • EVENINGUnwind at the resort as you witness boats pass by and a relaxed backwater sunset
  • Walks to explore local villages and fresh seafood at shaaps will be fun before relaxing for the night

Stay at Kumarakom

AC Private Cab

Our drivers are trained and professional. They are well versed with the destinations and also help for your requirements while on tour.

Lake Song

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Deluxe Room

Insider Tips by Indus Indus Holidays

Kumarakom bird sanctuary is home to a wide range of avifauna including local and migratory ones.

All such local insider tips is here: Local's guide to Kumarakom 

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Activity Add-ons

Day 3

  • Kumarakom to Alleppey
  • 45 min
  • 30 kms

To glide along backwater canals by day and to sleep under a sky full of stars, a houseboat cruise is pure enchantment! Your private boat, setup as a home on a traditional rice barge, takes you on a journey to discover a water-world brimming with experiences that last a lifetime.

  • MORNINGTake a short drive through vibrant villages to board your Kettuvallom
  • Your cruise will take you through splendid waterways giving you sights of homes on the backwaters, shops, the people and their villages.
  • AFTERNOONStop to enjoy atraditional lunch in houseboatfreshly prepared by the chef on your boat
  • Drift by canals fringed with endless paddy fields while you socialise with your crew. Watch backwater life unfold from your boat deck.
  • EVENINGYour houseboat will be anchored near a village, Stroll around to interact with locals, go fishing and witness a spectacular sunset.
  • Relax after dinner on the boat experiencing the gentle lapping of water, night sky and balmy breeze.

Stay in Houseboat

AC Private Cab

Our drivers are trained and professional. They are well versed with the destinations and also help for your requirements while on tour.

Houseboat

(See our stay selections)

Deluxe

Insider Tips by Indus Indus Holidays

Did you know Kettuvallams were once used to ship agricultural produce from homes by backwaters to market in nearby towns.

All such local insider tips is here: Local's guide to Alleppey 

View more tips

Activity Add-ons

Day 4

  • Departure from Kochi
  • 2.5 hrs
  • 80 Kms

Today is the last day of your tour. Enjoy a splendid breakfast on your houseboat and get prepared for onward journey

  • MORNINGConsider shopping for some fresh spices or traditional Kerala sarees.
  • Bid farewell to gods own country with memories to last for a life time.
  • AFTERNOONDrop back at Airport/Rail station.

Departure from Kochi

AC Private Cab

Our drivers are trained and professional. They are well versed with the destinations and also help for your requirements while on tour.

Insider Tips by Indus Indus Holidays

Did you know that Kochi was a natural harbour created by the massive floods of 1340?

All such local insider tips is here: Local's guide to Kochi 

View more tips

Activity Add-ons

Offers & Packages

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  • Kochi 1 night
  • Kumarakom 1 night
  • Houseboat 1 night

3 Nights Value Package

Starting From

8000 / person

These are indicative Rates (per person). Subject to variation based on choice of stay, group size, activities, dates, routes, transportation and other price hikes.

3 Nights Super Deluxe Package

Starting From

9000 / person

These are indicative Rates (per person). Subject to variation based on choice of stay, group size, activities, dates, routes, transportation and other price hikes.

3 Nights Premium Package

Starting From

11300 / person

These are indicative Rates (per person). Subject to variation based on choice of stay, group size, activities, dates, routes, transportation and other price hikes.

3 Nights Luxury Package

Starting From

15500 / person

These are indicative Rates (per person). Subject to variation based on choice of stay, group size, activities, dates, routes, transportation and other price hikes.

We handle each booking individually to get best possible prices and inclusions. This means our negotiating power can often lower prices or get more inclusions than indicated here. Give us a try!

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Q & A for Lake Placid (3 Nights) by Indus Holidays

Can I customise my itinerary with a few stays of my choice?

Answered by Prasanth Madhavan

Definitely! As we specialise in customised holiday planning to Kerala & South India for the last 20 years, we can offer almost any stay option. We have long-standing direct relationships with resorts, homestays & hotels in this region which allow us to deliver privilege services at unbeatable rates.

If you want to change the stay options in our offers, your trip designer will work with you till you are happy with the package. More importantly, our experts give you unbiased insights and highlights of each stay option from direct experience to help you make better choices.

What is the holiday booking procedure?

Answered by Divya Hrishikesh

You can submit an enquiry here anytime or contact our destination experts directly. One of Indus’ Trip Designers will call you back to understand your requirement and will make an offer within 2 hours. Our experts will also make suitable recommendations on stay options, day activities, itinerary options and transportation to assist you further in customising the holiday to your requirements. Once it is perfect, send a confirmation and we will take care of the rest.

What are the payment options you offer?

Answered by Goldin Syriac

We offer all major payment options including credit cards , debit cards , wire transfer, net banking and UPI. Service charges from the bank may be applicable on select payment methods.

Can my driver speak hindi? Do you offer taxi services only?

Answered by Resmi Kakkat

Yes, our transportation team carefully chooses and trains our driver partners to deliver the high touch experiences we offer. They are highly co-operative, friendly and can speak in hindi and English. You will also find our cabs to be well maintained, safe and reliable.

When you book hotels, activities and taxi together with Indus, we will be able to offer you a better overall deal than what you get directly. Also you get the added benefit of Indus’ responsive customer relations team for on-tour support. So, currently our trained drivers are available only for our package customers.

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