Top Kerala Day Cruises

Experience the charm of Kerala's backwaters with this tour from Fort Kochi. You’ll spend around three hours cruising the waters near Alappuzha, passing by local villages and untouched natural areas along the way. You'll also have your choice between a variety of vessels, from simple shikara canoes to fancier deluxe houseboats.

Experience the beautiful backwaters of Alappuzha on this houseboat cruise. Board a traditional vessel and sail down the waterways of a region once described as the Venice of the East. Take in picturesque views of paddy fields, coconut palms, and lush vegetation. Then, enjoy a delicious lunch of Kerala-style vegetables, fish, and chicken.

Book a backwater cruise on a houseboat and sail through the tranquility of the Alleppey backwaters at affordable prices. Alleppey, the Venice of the East, is best known for its interconnected canals, rivers, lakes, and lagoons. Tourists arrive at Alleppey to experience the houseboats in Kerala. Enjoy a rejuvenating trip through the Kerala backwaters as you take in the tranquil surroundings, observe paddy fields and village life along the waterways, and savor the delicious Kerala cuisine.

While docked in the Cochin cruise port, explore the city from your ship on this worry-free shore excursion. Depending on the date you book, follow one of three itineraries. Either, make a stop in Fort Kochi to see St. Francis Church, go on an adventure through the backwaters of Kerala during this houseboat tour, or cruise down a river in a houseboat, and visit the giant Chinese fishing nets.

Experience the so-called "Venice of the East," AKA the Kerala Backwaters, on a private cruise. Your driver will pick you up in Kochi and take you to Alleppey, where you'll board your personal vessel. You'll then head out on the backwaters, passing villages and natural areas while your on-board crew prepares an included lunch. At the end of your cruise, your driver will take you back to your Kochi hotel.

Starting from near Kannitta Jetty, Vembanad Lake, Kainakary River, Umpikkaram Canal, Stone Bridge ( Kallupalam) Canal, Bhajan madam canal, in front of Bhajan madam Temple, St. Mary’s Lake, Pathil chira Canal, Ayiraveli Canal, Chavara Canal, Palukaran Canal, Manalodi Canal, Muttel Canal, Pauvam Canal, Menappally Lake, Kainakary house boat Terminal, minimum one hour and maximum time up to 7 or 8 hours. Traveler can decide their own budget. The rout and areas covered with their time durations. Example If traveler decide only one hour, we brought them from Kannitta Jetty to Kainakary Terminal and return back the same way to Kannitta Jetty. If need more hours and ready to spend more money, more far areas and more far time cruise to them. Tour Unique depending their budget. Never equal one hour and two hours tour. when Increasing cruise time can see more areas as mentioned above. We agreed tranquil backwater with us. customer satisfaction guaranteed.

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Poovar Island with our backwater boating service. Glide through serene waterways surrounded by lush mangrove forests, spot exotic birds, and take in views of traditional fishermen’s villages. This guided cruise will also take you past the famous Elephant Rock and through narrow, picturesque canals, offering a tranquil escape into nature. Your journey includes a stop at the stunning Poovar Golden Sand Beach, where you can relax and enjoy the unique confluence of river, sea, and land. Perfect for nature lovers and those looking to experience the charm of Kerala’s backwaters, this cruise offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle.

This incredible tour showcases the best of Kerala and creates the perfect opportunity to enjoy rural South Indian life. Enjoy a rival cruise along the Alleppey backwaters in a traditional house boat. Savor the flavors of local Kerala cuisine cooked on board and tour Fort Cochin, see the famous Chinese fishing nets, check out St Francis Church and tour Dhobi Khana.

If you’d love to cruise on Kerala’s famous backwaters but don’t have time for an overnight houseboat stay, this day trip makes it easy to cruise from Kochi. You’ll be transferred to Alleppey in an air-conditioned car, then board a private boat with a sundeck and bathroom. Admire the views as you cruise quietly down the canals, passing villages and farmland. Refuel with a delicious traditional Kerala lunch.

Discover the famous Alappuzha waterways during this private day trip from Fort Kochi. Experience the beauty and tranquillity of one of Kerala's most-prized destinations as you float along the network of waterways aboard a traditional houseboat. Enjoy an up-close look at rural life and sample Kerala cuisine during this memorable day on the water.

Make the most of your limited time ashore in Kochi with a shore excursion designed specifically for cruise travelers. Depart directly from Kochi Cruise Port—and avoid the hassle of arranging transport—as you head into the city and surrounding waterways. Cruise through the peaceful backwaters by houseboat or shikara (wooden canoe), taking in Kerala’s lush scenery and everyday riverside life. Back on land, visit Kochi’s best-known sights, including the Chinese fishing nets, and explore historic neighborhoods that reflect the city’s layered colonial past.

Sailing through the palm-fringed backwaters on a houseboat is a must-do activity in Kerala, and this half-day tour is ideal for travelers who don't want to spend a night on a boat. Relax on board your renovated rice barge as you watch the countryside of Kerala slide past. Enjoy the sun or retreat to the shade, and indulge in some delicious local food for lunch, served on a banana leaf. We also have other options like 3-hour backwater tour as well as an Overnight Stay in the Houseboat.

When you cruise ship docks in Kochi where you spend your time cruising the backwaters of Alleppey, also known as Alappuzha. Discover the famous inland waterways of Kerala onboard a houseboat, see traditional villages and backwater boats and explore the Fort Kochi Chinese nets etc

Make the most of your time at shore and take a tour of Kochi’s main highlights. There are three different itineraries based on the day of travel which visits key landmarks including the Kerala backwaters, the traditional Chinese fishing nets, the St. Francis Church, and Fort Kochi. Learn about the history of Kochi from your guide and enjoy a hassle-free trip during this shore excursion.

Combine a visit to the Kerala backwaters with a tour of Fort Kochi by signing up for this shore excursion. Your guide will pick you up at the port and take you out to Alappuzha, where you'll cruise the backwaters on a shikara (a Kashmiri boat). You'll then stop for lunch before heading up to Fort Kochi, where you'll see the famous Chinese fishing nets before returning to port.