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“Paradise holidays are a great holiday service provider. Ms Punitha and Ms. Jeni have been a great help through out the journey. They have provided the best hotels as per the expectations communicated to them !”
4 days of Kerala with Munnar tea country, an overnight private houseboat, and Fort Kochi culture—driven by air-conditioned car.
“This was a great tour. Communication with the organizer, George, and our driver, Lalan, through WhatsApp, was very professional and useful. There is a lot of fast driving on narrow, mountain and forested roads so if you get anxious or motRead more”
Private 8-day Kerala route from Kochi with Munnar, Periyar wildlife, a deluxe houseboat, Kovalam beach, and Kanyakumari.
“We had an awesome family trip to Kerala, carefully designed by Mr. Arun Dev and perfectly executed by Mr. Babu Antony from Iris Holidays. The trip, which started from Munnar to Thekkady to Alleppey to Kovalam to Kanyakumari and ended at Kochi, will be cherished throughout our life.”
5-day private Kerala tour from Kochi with Munnar tea views, Periyar boat wildlife, and an overnight Alleppey houseboat cruise.
“The beauty and greenery of the Munnar area and Wildlife of Thekkady were amazing, and the houseboat experience is so relaxing, with masses of birds of all types”
Private Kerala backwaters houseboat day cruise from Kochi with A/C transfers and South Indian lunch, coconut water, and attentive crew in Alleppey.
“I’m actually not sure how this tour is rated so highly, I think it must be a scam. The travel time to the houseboat was almost two hours not one, so over half of this tour was spent in a taxi. On top of this, our driver was almost an hour late, Read more”
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.
“Kerala was without a doubt a highlight of our India tour. Such a beautiful location with some of the nicest people you'll ever meet. Having never been to India before we decided that using an organised tour through Sanguine would be a greRead more”
A private 21-hour Kerala houseboat through Alappuzha canals and villages, with full-board meals, a small-boat canal tour, and optional sunrise.
“My partner and I loved this cruise. We'd done a fair bit of research and settled on this boat as we're keen on a private cruise and a smaller boat and as budget/mid range traveller this was a really good price. The boat was exactly as descriRead more”
A private 2-day Alappuzha houseboat cruise from Kochi with an overnight stay, AC cabin, Kerala meals, and backwaters views.
“We spent one night on a beautiful houseboat cruising the backwaters of Alappuzha and it was such a memorable experience. The boat itself was spotless, with a lovely sitting and dining area, comfortable beds, and private bathrooms. The shower is fine for a quick body wash — maybe not ideal for washing hair, but that’s…”
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.
“The tranquility of this houseboat tour was amazing! Our guide Shaji, got us on our way with pickup at the hotel and a short trip to the houseboat. On board was our guide, the pilot, 1 crew and chef. The boat itself was large with a lower deck and comfortable seating and dining table. There…”
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.
“one of the best tours we have experienced in Asia. fantastic boat, lovely crew, delicious lunch, a genuine look at life in Kerala. highly recommend this tour!!”
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.
