4-Day Varkala Beach & Alleppey Backwaters Tour from Cochin
Arrive in Kerala and feel the coastal calm settle around you as your private cab transfers you from Cochin Airport directly to Varkala. Spend two nights perched above the dramatic red cliffs of Varkala Beach, where the Arabian Sea stretches endlessly before you. On your second day, explore the ancient Janardhana Swamy Temple, a centuries-old pilgrimage site, then visit the historic Anjengo Fort and its lighthouse, standing watch over the coastline since the 18th century. On day three, your driver takes you along the scenic route to Alleppey, where you can spend the afternoon drifting through the serene backwaters aboard a traditional houseboat or exploring the canals by shikara. Your final morning offers a last taste of lagoon life before your comfortable transfer to Cochin International Airport. Perfect for travellers seeking a blend of seaside relaxation and Kerala’s iconic waterways, all with the ease of a private air-conditioned vehicle and an experienced driver handling every mile.
- Type
- Multi-day tour
- Duration
- 4D 3N
- Route
- 318 km
- Starts
- Kochi
- Cab options
- Sedan · SUV · Tempo Traveller
Your day-by-day plan
Day 1 · based in Varkala
Arrive in Varkala
Drive from Cochin to Varkala
Scenic 4.5 to 5-hour drive through Kerala's green countryside.
Check-in at hotel
Check into hotel in Varkala.
Relax at Varkala Beach or Papanasam Beach
Relax at the beach and walk along the cliff with shops and cafés.
- Varkala Beach
Sunset viewing
Watch the sunset from the cliff.
Day 2 · based in Varkala
Varkala sightseeing
Beach walk or yoga
Calm beach walk or yoga session by the sea.
Visit Janardhana Swamy Temple
Visit the Janardhana Swamy Temple.
- Janardhana Swamy Temple
Visit Anjengo Fort and Lighthouse
Visit the Anjengo Fort and Lighthouse.
- Anjengo Fort and Lighthouse
Sunset viewing
Watch the sunset from the cliffs.
Day 3 · based in Alleppey
Varkala to Alleppey
Drive from Varkala to Alleppey
3 to 3.5-hour drive to Alleppey.
Check into houseboat
Check into private houseboat around noon.
Houseboat cruise
Cruise through backwaters with palm trees and green fields.
Stop at local market or toddy shop
Optional stop to see a local market or toddy shop.
Sunset viewing from deck
Watch the sunset from the deck.
Day 4 · based in Alleppey
Alleppey sightseeing
Houseboat returns to jetty
Houseboat returns to the jetty by mid-morning.
Drive to Cochin
1.5 to 2-hour drive back to Cochin.
Drop-off at Cochin Airport or Railway Station
Trip ends with drop-off at Cochin Airport or Railway Station.
- Cochin Airport
Fare breakdown
Total travel distance: 318 km · Travel duration: 4 days
| Vehicle type | Base fare | Extra distance | Driver charges | Parking | Toll tax | GST (5%) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan | ₹9,848 – ₹14,000Min 100–250 km/day | ₹0₹14 – ₹25 / km | ₹0 – ₹1,192₹0 – ₹298 / day | ₹100 | As applicable | ₹505 – ₹755 | ₹10,605 – ₹15,855 |
| SUV | ₹12,800 – ₹18,000Min 100–250 km/day | ₹0₹18 – ₹32 / km | ₹0 – ₹2,100₹0 – ₹525 / day | ₹100 | As applicable | ₹645 – ₹955 | ₹13,545 – ₹20,055 |
| Toyota Innova | ₹15,000 – ₹22,000Min 100–250 km/day | ₹0₹22 – ₹40 / km | ₹0 – ₹2,640₹0 – ₹660 / day | ₹100 | As applicable | ₹765 – ₹1,155 | ₹16,065 – ₹24,255 |
| Tempo Traveller | ₹13,920 – ₹19,600Min 80 km/day | ₹0₹42 – ₹58 / km | ₹2,200 – ₹3,800₹550 – ₹950 / day | ₹100 | As applicable | ₹891 – ₹1,095 | ₹18,711 – ₹22,995 |
Planning estimates only. Green/environment tax may apply. The operator confirms the final fare.
Prefer a different pace?
Multi-day tour · 4D 3N
4-Day Alleppey Backwaters & Varkala Coastal Tour in Kerala
KochiAlleppeyVarkala
Begin your Kerala journey the moment your private cab meets you at Cochin International Airport, then settle into the air-conditioned comfort for the scenic drive to Alleppey.
More packages from Kochi
Multi-day tour · 2D 1N
2-Day Alleppey Backwaters & Fort Kochi Tour from Cochin
KochiAlleppey
Step off your flight at Cochin International Airport and meet your experienced driver for the scenic transfer to Alleppey.
Multi-day tour · 4D 3N
4-Day Munnar, Thekkady & Fort Kochi Tour
KochiMunnarThekkady
Begin your journey in Munnar’s misty tea country, where rolling green estates stretch across the hills.
Multi-day tour · 6D 5N
6-Day Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey & Varkala Tour in Kerala
KochiMunnarThekkady+2 more
Drive from Cochin Airport into the cool tea country of Munnar, where rolling green hills and misty valleys set the tone.