7-Day Kochi and Goa Sightseeing Tour with Houseboat and Sunset Cruise

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Go to Alappuzha for a lavish houseboat cruise
• 02 Visit the ancient and famous Fort Kochi
• 03 Stroll through the peaceful Candolim Beach
• 04 Visit the royal Aguada Fort
• 05 Go to Athirappally, the majestic waterfalls

Enjoy an eye-opening 7-day tour along the Konkan coast, covering the highlights of Kochi and Goa. Admire the coastal beauty from a peaceful and lavish houseboat in Alappuzha, stroll through vast and gorgeous beaches, and marvel at the majestic Athirappally waterfalls. With sightseeing in Fort Kochi, Goa's famous shoreline, and a sunset cruise, this trip is perfect for a summer vacation with family, friends, or even by yourself.

Admire the coastal beauty from a peaceful and lavish houseboat in Alappuzha, stroll through vast and gorgeous beaches, and marvel at the majestic Athirappally waterfalls.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Kochi, Alappuzha, Ernakulam

Languages English, Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Arrival in Kochi and Houseboat Cruise in Alappuzha

• Meet your tour guide at the agreed-upon location and be greeted by a cacophony of sights and sounds.
• Drive for 2 hours, marvelling at the scenic views.
• Reach Alappuzha for a lavish houseboat cruise.
• The cruise starts at 12 noon and ends at 10 am the following morning.

2

Day 02

Houseboat Disembarkation and Fort Kochi Sightseeing

• Enjoy a delicious and hearty traditional breakfast.
• Disembark from the houseboat and drive towards Fort Kochi for sightseeing.
• Drive to Ernakulam Railway Station during the evening hours.
• Board the night train to Goa upon arrival.

3

Day 03

Arrival in Goa and Leisure Time

• Head to your hotel for check-in and freshen up.
• Spend the day at leisure, or explore the surroundings and learn more about the local culture according to your wishes.

4

Day 04

Goa Beaches, Aguada Fort, and Sunset Cruise

• Have a hearty Goan breakfast.
• Visit the wonderful beaches of Baga, Calangute, Candolim, Sinquerim, Miramar, Dona Paula, and more.
• Explore the age-old Aguada Fort and the lighthouse.
• Head for a sunset cruise in the evening and watch the sun dip slowly into the sea.

5

Day 05

Departure from Goa to Kochi

• Spend the day strolling about or at leisure.
• Head to the railway station in the evening for a night train to Ernakulam, Kochi.

6

Day 06

Arrival in Kochi and Athirappally Waterfalls Visit

• Head to your hotel upon arrival in Kochi and freshen up.
• Proceed to Athirappally, the majestic waterfalls nestled in Kerala.
• Head back to the hotel in the afternoon.
• Spend the evening shopping and strolling around, or indulge in other activities of your interest.

7

Day 07

Departure from Kochi

• Have a full and hearty breakfast.
• Continue with your shopping spree or any other activity of your choice.
• Head to the airport at the designated time for departure.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• 1 night in Kochi with breakfast
• 1 night stay in a houseboat with all meals and a day cruise
• 2 nights in Goa with breakfast
• 2 nights of train travel from Kochi to Goa and back to Kochi
• All pick-ups and drop-offs to and from the airport
• All pick-ups and drop-offs to and from railway stations
• Day tour to Athirappally Waterfalls from Kochi
• Kochi city sightseeing and Fort Kochi tour
• Day tour in Goa with sunset boat cruise
• Air-conditioned vehicle (Innova/Tavera) for road transfers and tours
• All taxes and service charges

What's Not Included

• Activities not mentioned
• Tips and gratuities
• Personal expenses

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Kochi, Kerala, India

Tour start

Kochi, Kerala, India

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.