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.
“Great communication, great value for money. Brilliant service from our driver, Rajesh, definitely added to the experience with humour, flexibility and a willingness to respond to all requests. Felt very safe and looked after throughout. Will definitely be recommending to friends who are visiting later in year.”
Private 8-day Kerala route from Kochi with Munnar, Periyar wildlife, a deluxe houseboat, Kovalam beach, and Kanyakumari.
“Our trip to Kerala, arranged by Iris Holidays, was absolutely amazing! From the first call, she understood exactly what I wanted. The itinerary was perfectly paced, and the hotel recommendations were top-notch. A huge thanks to Saranya Prakash for her prompt replies and for making our dream vacation a reality. We will definitely book with…”
5-day private Kerala tour from Kochi with Munnar tea views, Periyar boat wildlife, and an overnight Alleppey houseboat cruise.
“Good way to see a variety of attractions in Kerala, without having to depend on public transport or having to drive ourselves.”
Private Kerala backwaters houseboat day cruise from Kochi with A/C transfers and South Indian lunch, coconut water, and attentive crew in Alleppey.
“It was beautiful tour. Two friendly staffs provided good services during our tour. The lunch was also good. But the attitude of the driver for private transportation between hotel and tour location was not good…”
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.
“It was an incredibly fun and relaxing 2 days. Our captain and chef were wonderful, the food was some of the best we've had on our trip. It was the perfect amount of space on the boat for 2 people. Watching daily life of the Kerala Backwater Read more”
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.
“Great time on the water, with a peacefully trip. Landscape is beautiful. The food was good and the crew very nice.”
Private Kerala backwater houseboat day cruise from Kochi to Alleppey with pickup, lunch onboard, and a calm, scenic escape on your own boat.
“The tour itself &the food served was delicious. The staff was humble & very caring. We will definitely come back & tell our friends about our good experience.”
6-day Kerala private tour from Kochi to Trivandrum with Munnar waterfalls, an Eravikulam wildlife visit, an Alleppey houseboat night, and Kovalam beaches.
“The trip was great, there were no problems during the trip, we really liked your service. The hotel given in the trip was very nice. Thank u Sree tour .”
Private luxury houseboat on Alleppey backwaters: Wi‑Fi, Kerala meals, and an overnight cruise with a canal ride through villages.
“What a wonderful experience the houseboat stay was. We took the two night option so that we were able to fully relax - and we were not disappointed. The food was fantastic (they did us a gorgeous vegetarian menu with plenty of different Read more”
Cochin to Alleppey by air-conditioned car, then a 2.5-hour private houseboat cruise with Keralan lunch and attentive crew.
“Everything starting pickup from the hotel, the ambiance, cleanliness, the behavior and services in boat , specially the food has been exceptional. I have not seen such an extraordinary service in recent past. Thanks a lot once again all the parties involved here.”
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.
