--- title: "Kochi - Alleppey Backpacking Trip" description: "Jew Town, Fort Kochi cafés, a Marine Drive sunset and harbour cruise, Marari Beach, toddy tasting and a shikara ride through Alleppey's backwaters." url: "https://www.goweekender.in/escapes/kochi-alleppey-backpacking-trip" --- # Kochi - Alleppey Backpacking Trip Jew Town, Fort Kochi cafés, a Marine Drive sunset and harbour cruise, Marari Beach, toddy tasting and a shikara ride through Alleppey's backwaters. - Destination: Alleppey, Kerala - Departs from: Bangalore - Duration: 2D/1N (2 days, 1 night) - Price: from ₹5,899 - Categories: Beaches, Waves, Culture, Nature, Adventure, Urban - Booking: in the GoWeekender app (iOS and Android), run by a verified host ## Upcoming departures - 30 Oct 2026: ₹5,899 - 6 Nov 2026: ₹5,899 - 13 Nov 2026: ₹5,899 - 20 Nov 2026: ₹5,899 - 27 Nov 2026: ₹5,899 ## About this trip Embark on a soul-stirring trip to Kochi and Alleppey, where culture, backwaters and coastal charm come together in perfect harmony. This curated Kerala escape from Bangalore invites you to stroll through the vibrant streets of Fort Kochi, take in colonial-era architecture and artistic corners, and glide through the serene Alleppey backwaters on a traditional shikara, surrounded by palm-fringed canals and paddy fields. Known as the Venice of the East, Alleppey offers more than its scenic waterways: it is a place of timeless traditions, soulful sunsets and the soothing rhythm of Kerala's laid-back life. We leave Bangalore on Friday night at 8:30 PM for a 12-hour overnight drive and reach Kochi by morning. Day 1 covers the spice-scented lanes of Jew Town and Mattancherry, café hopping in Fort Kochi, a seaside walk past the Chinese fishing nets, sunset at Marine Drive and an evening harbour cruise past the lit-up skyline, with Kochi's dining scene and nightlife to round off the night. Day 2 starts with breakfast and check-out before a coastal drive to Marari Beach, a traditional toddy-tasting stop with spicy local bites, and a shikara ride through Alleppey's narrow canals, after which we start the drive back to Bangalore, reaching early next morning. Stay is on a triple-sharing basis in Kochi with breakfast on Day 2 included. Other meals, the shikara ride, the harbour cruise boat entry and entry charges at the sights are self-sponsored. ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Overnight Departure, Jew Town, Fort Kochi, Marine Drive Sunset & Harbour Cruise Leave the city noise behind on Friday night and set off towards the coastal heart of Kerala on a 12-hour overnight drive. Pickups: 8:30 PM Udupi Grand (Teacher's Colony, HSR Layout), 9:00 PM KLM Fashion Mall (Marathahalli Village). Catch up on sleep and gear up for a weekend of colonial heritage, beaches and backwater bliss. Step into the rich history and coastal charm of Kochi. After checking in and freshening up, spend the morning wandering the colourful, spice-scented lanes of Jew Town and Mattancherry, then dive into Kochi's famous café culture for lunch amid artsy décor and local flavours. In the late afternoon take a seaside walk around Fort Kochi to spot the iconic Chinese fishing nets, head to Marine Drive for a golden sunset and board an evening harbour cruise past the glowing city skyline. End the night exploring Kochi's dining scene and nightlife. - 8:30 AM Reach Kochi, check in & freshen up: Arrive in Kochi after the overnight drive, check into the stay (early check-in subject to availability), freshen up and grab breakfast on your own (self-sponsored) before heading out. - 10:00 AM Mattancherry & Jew Town: Wander the heritage streets of Jew Town and Mattancherry: antique shops, spice markets, the synagogue lane and Dutch-era facades. Entry charges, if any, are self-sponsored. - 12:30 PM Café hopping lunch in Fort Kochi: Lunch at one of Fort Kochi's artsy heritage cafés (self-sponsored), with time to hop between a couple of the neighbourhood's most vibrant spots. - 2:30 PM Fort Kochi beach & Chinese fishing nets: A breezy seaside stroll along Fort Kochi beach past the iconic Chinese fishing nets and colonial lanes, with time for photos (optional, for those who'd like to explore more). - 5:00 PM Sunset at Marine Drive: Drive to Marine Drive and walk the promenade as the sun sets over the harbour. - 6:30 PM Evening harbour cruise: Board an evening harbour cruise to see Kochi's lit-up skyline from the water. Boat entry is self-sponsored. - 8:00 PM Kochi dining & nightlife: Explore local seafood restaurants, try Kerala delicacies (dinner self-sponsored) and enjoy Kochi's nightlife with the group before returning to the stay. ### Day 2: Marari Beach, Toddy Tasting, Alleppey Shikara Ride & Return Start the morning with breakfast in Kochi and check out before heading south along the coast to the tranquil sands of Marari Beach. Soak in the sun, relax under the palm groves or take a quick dip in the calm waters. The afternoon brings a true local experience: traditional Kerala toddy paired with spicy authentic bites. Next, head to Alleppey for a soothing shikara ride through narrow canals, palm-fringed backwaters and lush paddy fields. After soaking in Alleppey's scenic beauty we begin the return drive to Bangalore, reaching early next morning with a heart full of coastal memories. - 7:30 AM Breakfast & check-out: Wake up, freshen up and pack. Breakfast at the hotel is included today; complete check-out before we leave Kochi. - 9:00 AM Coastal drive to Marari Beach: A scenic hour-long drive south along the coast from Kochi to Marari Beach. - 10:00 AM Marari Beach: Unwind on Marari's pristine sands, swim in the calm waters, relax under the palm groves or capture coastal photos. - 12:30 PM Toddy tasting & lunch: A traditional Kerala toddy-tasting experience with spicy local snacks, followed by a local lunch on the way to Alleppey (self-sponsored). - 2:30 PM Alleppey shikara ride: A soothing shikara boat ride through Alleppey's narrow canals, palm-fringed backwaters and paddy fields, gliding past quaint village life. The boat ride is self-sponsored. - 5:30 PM Return journey to Bangalore: Start the drive back to Bangalore with dinner and tea breaks along the way (self-sponsored). Expected arrival early next morning at the Bangalore drop points. ## What's included - Toll and driver charges. - Breakfast on Day 2. - Kochi exploration as per the itinerary. - Experience of group travel and a lifetime of memories. - Trip captain throughout the trip. - Entire travel as per the itinerary by AC Tempo Traveller / Mini Bus. - Accommodation in Kochi on a triple sharing basis. ## Not included - Anything not mentioned under inclusions. - Costs arising from uncontrollable circumstances like bad weather, landslides or public protests. - Travel, accidental and medical insurance. - Entry charges at any of the itinerary places, personal expenses and tips. - GST @ 5%. - Shikara backwater boat ride at Alleppey. - Marine Drive cruise boat entry. - Meals other than breakfast on Day 2. ## FAQs ### What should I carry? Soft copy of your Aadhaar card, cargo or track pants and shorts, T-shirts, sunscreen, comfortable walking shoes, two water bottles, cap and sunglasses, a personal medical kit, flip-flops for the beach, polybags for wet clothes, extra cash for meals not included in the itinerary, a power bank, a small backpack for the day, and most importantly your sense of humour and spirit of adventure. ### What is the check-in policy and how strictly is the daily timeline followed? Activity & daily timeline: the hourly schedule is tentative and designed to give you the best experience. The order of places visited or the timings may change because of weather, traffic, local government restrictions or road conditions. Early check-in: standard check-in times apply as per the hotel's policy, and early check-in is strictly subject to room availability on arrival. 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