KOCHI · KERALA
Kochi’s best days out.
The 15 most popular kerala backwater houseboat cruises in Kochi. The pick of what travellers actually book, with prices, run times and who runs each one.
5-day luxury Kerala tour from Kochi to Munnar, Thekkady and Alleppey houseboat, with waterfalls, parks, and Kochi sightseeing.
Most Popular“Great Experience in entire tour. Provided good family stay and vehicle for travel. Customer Service is very good and when ever required they helped. They were are also open to customize the tour package based on our choice.”
4 days of Kerala with Munnar tea country, an overnight private houseboat, and Fort Kochi culture—driven by air-conditioned car.
“As a European, I have to admit that I would have expected more from this tour: first of all, for the amount of money we have paid, I was really disappointed seeing our driver sleeping for 2 nights in the car. I find this not acceptable. Second oRead more”
Private 8-day Kerala route from Kochi with Munnar, Periyar wildlife, a deluxe houseboat, Kovalam beach, and Kanyakumari.
“The tour was organized last minutes and I was able to see Kerala in a nice and relaxing way, this was possible thanks to my driver Babu Antony who was always punctual and good at giving me nice tips in the way.”
5-day private Kerala tour from Kochi with Munnar tea views, Periyar boat wildlife, and an overnight Alleppey houseboat cruise.
“This trip was just perfect for us. We don't enjoy large group tours and this had all the intimacy and flexibility we needed. Nimisha took great care of us well before we even left our home country. We were struggling to buy tickets for the Lake Read more”
Private Kerala backwaters houseboat day cruise from Kochi with A/C transfers and South Indian lunch, coconut water, and attentive crew in Alleppey.
“The tour does not go through the backwaters, only round an open lake. You travel on poorly maintained houseboat with no licence to access the canals, ending near a heavily travelled bridge highway. One of the most disappointing tour experience in our travels through many countries around the world!”
Private 4-day Kerala tour from Kochi with Munnar waterfalls, a 2-night stay plus 1 night on an AC houseboat, and Fort Kochi culture.
“Driving through India seeing areas we’d not seen before was a privilege & stunning. The Rivulet resort & houseboat were absolutely amazing, the services of staff @ both were second to none. Our driver Nashid was fairly knowledgeable and hRead more”
A private 21-hour Kerala houseboat through Alappuzha canals and villages, with full-board meals, a small-boat canal tour, and optional sunrise.
“Lovely trip - peaceful and quiet. Houseboat for 2 was lovely, the staff on board very helpful and the food on board great. If you want beer on board bring it with you as there isn't anywhere near the pick up point to buy any. Also allow plenty of time as the pick up point…”
A private 2-day Alappuzha houseboat cruise from Kochi with an overnight stay, AC cabin, Kerala meals, and backwaters views.
“It was a very calm and nice dailing. the crew members wete very kind and very attentive”
Solo-ready Kerala with private car, Munnar tea country, Periyar wildlife, a full houseboat night, and Cochin classics for $610.
“Overall I really enjoyed this trip and it was very good value. I reached places in Kerala I would have struggled to explore without such a tour. It was somewhat chaotic, hence the review lost a star. The itinerary changed from that advertised, wRead more”
Overnight Alleppey houseboat cruise from Kochi with private transfer, Vembanad Lake views, Kerala meals, and a day-two Fort Kochi heritage tour.
“We had an amazing and very relaxing time - the food was also incredible. Just a couple of things to note, that we didn't know would happen and could catch people out - you are taken off the boat when docked for the night to buy shellfish fRead more”
Private Kerala backwater houseboat day cruise from Kochi to Alleppey with pickup, lunch onboard, and a calm, scenic escape on your own boat.
“My friend and I booked this tour in advance of our arrival. The drive down to Alleppy was easy and then we had our OWN houseboat for the two of us. The drive was lovely, the staff was great, the food was DELICIOUS, and the length of time was really good I think. A well-spent…”
6-day Kerala private tour from Kochi to Trivandrum with Munnar waterfalls, an Eravikulam wildlife visit, an Alleppey houseboat night, and Kovalam beaches.
“We booked a Kerala tour package with SreeKumar and had an excellent experience. We discussed many options, and he responded patiently and politely to all our queries. The Urbania provided was brand new, clean, and very comfortable, Read more”
Private luxury houseboat on Alleppey backwaters: Wi‑Fi, Kerala meals, and an overnight cruise with a canal ride through villages.
“Our trip on the Maniyara Luxury Houseboat in the Alleppey backwaters was an experience of a lifetime. The sights were stunning, particularly the magnificent sunset around Lotus Pond. We were well hosted while taking in the serene splendoRead more”
Cochin to Alleppey by air-conditioned car, then a 2.5-hour private houseboat cruise with Keralan lunch and attentive crew.
“Our car guide Mr. Santosh was great. Highly recommend asking for him. Our boat staff was amazing as well!”
Private 5-day Kerala tour: Kochi to Munnar and Thekkady, overnight Alleppey houseboat, plus Fort Kochi sights and meals included.
“My 5 day Kerala trip was a customized private package that was perfectly organized to my needs by George Joseph. Once i arrived in Kerala, I was met by Rajesh who was my driver as well as my guide during my entire trip. Rajesh was higRead more”
From the Fort Kochi lanes to the backwaters and the tea hills, every way in.
