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Kerala
backwater tours, a unique way to travel Kerala.
Even budget tourists can grab this opportunity to take a
boat journey on the backwaters of Kerala. There are
numerous backwater routes to choose from, on vessels ranging
from local ferries, through chauffeur-driven speedboats
offered by various tour operators, to customised Kettuvallam
cruises offered by numerous travel agencies and upmarket
hotels.
Ernakulam Backwaters
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popular as the Queen of the Arabian Sea, Kochi is a cluster
of islands on the vast expanse of the Vembanad Lake. Some of
these picturesque islands are Bolgatty, Vypeen, Gundu and
Vallarpadam.
The lake opens out into the Arabian Sea here to form one of
the finest natural harbours in the world. It is this natural
advantage that has made Kochi a fascinating blend of the
cultures and influences of the explorers and traders who
visited this wealthy land.
The Arabs, Chinese, Portuguese, Dutch and the British have
all left their mark here. The Jewish synagogue, the Dutch
palace, the Chinese fishing nets, and other remnants of
European and Asian architecture merge smoothly into the
traditional fabric of the seaport city.
Half the fun of visiting Kochi
is moving around on the local ferries. A conducted cruise
through the winding waterways will take you to several
quaint spots.
Once the capital of the powerful Zamorins, a prominent trade
and commerce centre and the land of the Malabar Mahotsavam,
Kozhikode was the most important region of Malabar in days
past.
 Today,
ancient monuments, lush green countryside, serene beaches,
historic sites, wildlife sanctuaries, rivers, hills, a
unique culture and a warm, friendly ambience make this
district a much sought after destination.
Unexplored, unspoiled, the backwaters of Kozhikode hold
great promises of enchanting holiday options. Elathur, the
Canoli Canal and the Kallai River are favourite places for
boating.
Kadalundi, with its beautiful bird sanctuary is a charming
site. Korapuzha, the venue of the Korapuzha Jalotsavam
(water fiesta) is fast becoming a popular water sport
destination.
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---- Related Tour Packages |
1. Backwaters of Kerala
(KA014)
02 Nights / 03 Days
Alleppey - Thottappally village - Rice Barge -
Thandapara - Champakulam Village - Nedumudi village -
Mancompu village - Trikkunnapuzha - Kayamkulam -
Alinkadavu - Kollam |
2. Backwaters of Kerala
(KA015)
7 Nights / 08 Days
Trivandrum - Periyar - Cochin |
3. Backwaters of Kerala -
II (KA016)
08 Nights / 09 Days
Cochin - Munnar - Periyar - Kumarakom - Mararikulam |
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