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Oberoi Motor Vessel Vrinda, Cruise, Backwaters Kerala, India
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The two and three-night itineraries on the luxurious Oberoi Motor Vessel Vrinda take guests through the largest Keralan backwater stretch: Vembanad Lake, the vibrant waterways of Alleppey and include nightly, traditional, cultural performances.

Why we like Oberoi Vrinda

The most comfortable boat on the backwaters offering slick service, world-class cuisine and excellent on and off-shore excursions. You can check-in and board Vrinda any day of the week.

Facilities

With just eight Deluxe Cabins, The Oberoi Motor Vessel Vrinda offers some of the most luxurious, private accommodation on the backwaters of Kerala. Furnished with king-size beds, panelled with rich, polished teak flooring and filled with natural light, our Deluxe Cabins are supremely comfortable. With complimentary, on-board services including a 24-hour personal butler, in-house entertainment and high-speed WiFi, they are also incredibly convenient.

Location

Docked at the Vembanad Lake jetty, close to Alleppey in Kerala, South India. The distance from here to Cochin international airport is approximately two hours- drive.

Activities

Guests can enjoy an exclusive onboard performance of the Mohinattam: “Dance of the Enchantress” and Kathakali dance, which dramatises ancient stories from the Hindu epics: The Ramayana and The Mahabharata. Daily excursions to local villages and temples in the backwaters include Karumadi and the unique snake boat building yard.

 

Ideally suited for

  • Couples
  • Solo Traveller

Ship Information

Cabins: 8
Child Friendly: Children over 12 years welcome

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Deluxe Cabins

Cabin, Oberoi Motor Vessel Vrinda, Cruise, Backwaters Kerala, India

Comfortably furnished and tastefully decorated, these cabins have been carefully designed as the perfect space for you to relax and unwind after a full day of sightseeing on the backwaters. Stretch out on your queen size bed, refresh under the vari pressure shower or take a seat on the day chair and enjoy the backwaters as they slip past outside.

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