River Cruises in Kochi

Compare 39 river cruises in Kochi, with prices from €12. Free cancellation on most bookings.

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855sushants·2026-10-12· ★ 5.0

4 Day Adventure Kerala Tour Package Cochin Munnar Thekkady

A Great Introduction to Kerala in Just Four Days

We only had four days available in Kerala and were surprised by how much variety we could experience without the trip feeling rushed. Kochi, Munnar and Thekkady each had a completely different atmosphere. The drive into Munnar was one of our favourite parts. Watching the scenery gradually change into green hills and tea plantations made the journey itself enjoyable. Thekkady was different again, with its forests, spice-growing areas and quieter surroundings. What made the tour particularly easy was having the transport organised throughout. We didn't have to keep figuring out routes or transfers, and we could simply enjoy each day. Our driver was punctual, patient and gave us enough time at the places we wanted to explore. For anyone visiting Kerala for the first time but with limited time, this four-day itinerary gives a surprisingly good taste of the state. Our experience with Troper Tours was smooth and well organised from beginning to end.

zoepW742NK·2026-10-09· ★ 5.0

Village Backwater Punting Boat Cruise from Kochi

Very good experience

The expedition in the backwaters was very interesting and very beautiful to see! The guide Gowri was incredible the whole way and gave us a lot of very enriching information!! The lunch was hearty and local. I recommend the tour with them 100%!

Odyssey42407260686·2026-08-29· ★ 5.0

Half-Day Eco Punting and Village Backwater Cruise from Cochin

A pleasant sightseeing in a small Kerala village - Vaikom

It was a great trip and we enjoyed to fullest. Our driver Mr. Feroz picked us on time and ensured we reached the start point on time. We met our guide Meera. She had a complete knowledge of the tour and was quite active to tell us the various things during the tour. As they used punting boats there was pollution caused by motors. Also there were only couple of boats in the river. The village sight seeing was very good where an old lady Onamma showed us various activites like making ropes , mats from coconut. The canoe experience was amazing where they took us inside the canals. Overall a must recommended trip to experience a village in Kerala. I would prefer it anytime over hyped places by Allepy. Again 5 star to the entire team .

Frequently asked questions

How much do river cruises in Kochi cost?
Prices start at €12 per adult for the Shikara Boat Tour Alleppey Backwater Fantastic Boat Cruise. Most of the 39 options on this page cost between €40 and €616. Private and full-day options cost more.
What happens if I need to cancel?
For 34 of the 39 experiences here you get a full refund if you cancel in time, usually up to 24 hours before. The deadline is shown on each booking page.
How much time should I set aside?
Allow about 6 hours for a typical experience here. The longest lasts 8 days; use the Duration filter for shorter ones.
Will I be picked up from my accommodation?
30 experiences on this page include pickup, such as the Scenic Kerala : Hills, Wildlife, Backwaters & Beach Bliss- 7 Days. The others start from a meeting point shared after booking.
Will my booking be confirmed straight away?
For 15 of the 39 experiences, yes: you get an instant confirmation and a mobile voucher. The rest are confirmed by the operator, usually within 48 hours.
Are there tours in languages other than English?
English is the most common, offered by 38 experiences, followed by Hindi and Malayalam. Use the Language filter to narrow the list.
What are the best-rated river cruises in Kochi?
The Shikara Boat Tour Alleppey Backwater Fantastic Boat Cruise is rated 5.0 from 80 reviews, the highest on this page among experiences with at least 50 reviews.

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