Backwater Cruise, Cloth Weaving, Coir Spinning, Kerala Lunch | La Vacanza Travel

Backwater Cruise, Cloth Weaving, Coir Spinning, Kerala Lunch

Duration: 7 hours
Destination: India, Kerala, Kochi
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  • 7 hours
  • Kochi
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Backwater Cruise in the Gondola ( Shikari Boat). The slowly slide down the waters by the punters using long bamboo poles. It is absolute silence around except for the calls of a myna or Koal bird. The man who punting the boat will stop for a tender coconut water brought down by the coconut harvester, you can see him climbing the tree.
After the back water cruise go to a village for watching women engaged in coir spinning and leaf weaving.
Later you will visit a cloth weaving centre where women weave cotton Saree on handlooms.
We will sit for lunch at a respectful family home for savouring the "Sadya" the national food of Kerala.
After these experiences you will come back to Kochi for dropping back at your hotel.

Itinerary
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Pass By: Poothotta, Manakunnam, Kerala 682307, India

The trip also allows a chance to experience and explore the fishing methods practised in Kerala such as the traditional net fishing and Chinese net fishing. Relishing the grand feast of Kerala, the Onasadhya which is served on banana leaves as per tradition and tasting the sweet toddy, a unique brew of Kerala will all undoubtedly be added delights for explorers.

Pass By: Vaikom, Vaikom, Kottayam District, Kerala

Vaikom created itself a mark in Indian history by being the venue for the Vaikom Satyagraha, a civil rights movement. Vaikom, one among the oldest townships of South India, is now a refreshing spot for backpackers.

Enjoying the captivating sights of the Vembanad Lake from a country boat reinvigorates the soul. The splendid scenery of the Murinjapuzha Backwaters and the soothing breeze are unique specialities of Vaikom.


Pass By: Vaikom, Vaikom, Kottayam District, Kerala

Witnessing the dredging of lime shells and exploring the weaving industry here are the exciting parts of the voyage.

Stop At: Udayanapuram Temple Road, Udayanapuram Temple Rd, Vadakkemuri, Kerala 686143, India

Traditional crafts like coir weaving, earthen pot making, mat weaving and coconut leaf weaving in order to support the local craftsmen of Vaikom.



Duration: 30 minutes

Inclusions
  • All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions
  • Dinner
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered
Our staff will be reaching the pick up point mentioned. We will inform you exact time of pick up individually before starting the tour or at the time of booking the tour.

Airports

  • Kochi Airport, Kochi (Cochin) India


Ports

  • Kochi (India) Port


Departure Time

08:30 AM

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Duration

7 hours


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