Kerala – Waterfalls & Backwaters

Today arrive at Cochin International Airport. Meet and Greet by ‘Contento’ representative who will be waiting for you outside the arrival terminal. The representative will assist you to the cab assigned for you. Your tour in Kerala starts with your drive to Athirapally to see the famous waterfalls where many Indian movies were shot including the famous Bollywood film – Ravan. En route you may stop at a convenient place for breakfast (on direct payment).

Athirapally Waterfalls are located 1000 feet above sea level at the Chalakudy River in
Thrissur district of Kerala. This is the biggest waterfall in Kerala. Athirapally falls comes down from a height of 80 feet through several parallel streams. In the monsoon season, in its full might, the waterfalls appear like Niagara Falls.
After enjoying the waterfalls drive back to Cochin.
On arrival, by afternoon, check-in at the hotel and immediately proceed for sightseeing tour of Cochin.
 Jewish Synagogue (Closed on Friday, Saturday and on Jewish Holidays)

Jewish Synagogue, situated at one end of the Jew Street in the Jew Town enclave of
Mattancherry in Fort Kochi. This synagogue was built in 1568 by the Malabar Yehudans or
Cochin Jewish community.
 The Dutch Palace (Closed on Friday)

The Mattancherry Palace is one of the finest examples of the Kerala style of architecture
mixed with colonial influences. The Portuguese built it as a gift to King Veera Kerala Verma.

 Chinese fishing nets

Legend has it that the famous Chinese explorer, Zheng He, introduced the Chinese Fishing
Nets to the fishermen in Kochi over 500 years ago.
 St. Francis Church (Closed on Sunday during Mass)

It is here that the famous explorer, Vasco-da-Gama, was originally buried. His remains
would be taken back 14 years later but to this day, the exact spot is clearly marked.

Overnight stay at hotel.

This morning after breakfast you will bid-adieu to the beautiful destination and its historical
significance. Your next destination is Alleppey, the Venice of the East.

Alappuzha – most still call it Alleppey – is the hub of Kerala’s backwaters, home to a
vast network of waterways and more than a thousand houseboats. Wandering around the
small but chaotic city centre and bus-stand area, with its modest grid of canals, you’d be
hard-pressed to agree with the ‘Venice of the East’ tag. But head west to the beach or in
practically any other direction towards the backwaters and Alleppey becomes graceful and
greenery-fringed, disappearing into a watery world of villages, punted canoes, toddy shops
and, of course, houseboats. Float along and gaze over paddy fields of succulent green,
curvaceous rice barges and village life along the banks. This is one of Kerala’s most
mesmerizingly beautiful and relaxing experiences.
On arrival embark a private houseboat which will be waiting for you. Start your cruise in a
houseboat through narrow canals to live through an un matching experience. You will see the life along the
banks of the lakes and will also get a chance to enjoy a village walk. Enjoy traditional lunch and dinner on
board. The cruise today will be from 1200 noon to 1700 hrs.
Overnight stay on board houseboat.

This morning after breakfast from the houseboat, disembark and drive to Cochin. You will enjoy one hour
cruise this morning before disembarking. You will get dropped at marriage venue well ahead of time to join
the auspicious moment.