Tours in Alappuzha

Alleppey or Alappuzha is the most tranquil and attractiveplace in Kerala. Known as the 'Venice of the East', it is famous for itsslow-moving backwaters, delightful houseboats, and verdant paddy fields.Whether you want a romantic break away, a family vacation or a couple of dayson your own, there are readily available travel packages to suit all traveltastes and needs.

Why Choose Alleppey Tour Packages

Alleppey is not about rushing from one tourist attraction toanother. Alleppey is about sitting back, enjoying the gentle and soothingbreeze, gazing at the coconut trees lining the waters, and letting nature workits magic. The right tour package gives you confidence that you will experienceall things Alleppey without the worry of whether you have booked it or plannedit properly. Here is all included in these packages.

* Boat Accommodation with meals

* Walks and canoe breaks

* Coir industry factories and temple visits

* Ayurvedic/Wellness options

* Flexible itineraries of 1 day to 2 night and upward to longer.

Best Time to Travel to Alleppey

Alleppey is open for business all year round, but the besttime depends on your priorities.

* November to February - The period brings nice brisk air, so is the perfect period for enjoying a houseboat trip.

* March to May - Hot weather but fewer tourist and a positive for budget travelers.

* June to September - Monsoon magic, a lush landscape and romantic setting.

 Types of Alleppey Trip Packages

Alleppey packages are available in all types and budgets.Whether you want a luxury stay or are looking to save money, your options areavailable to you.

 1. Houseboat Tour Packages -
These are the most general. You can glide through wide lakes andnarrow canals with life happening on the banks.

* Private or shared houseboat

* Your tour will offer traditional Kerala meals onboard.

* You will generally also have a night or two stay on the houseboat with all the basic features.

 2. Alleppey Honeymoon Packages -
All Inclusive honeymoon packages often include: Romantic charters on houseboats, candle light dinners and Indian Ayurvedic couple massages. This is a popular place for couples, due to its quiet charms.

* Houseboats decorated with flowers

* In addition, many of our houseboat touritineraries offer private sightseeing as an option.

* Most houseboat tours also allow you to customiz etheir itineraries.

3. Family Vacation Packages - Your family vacation package will be safe, relaxed and fun for all ages.

* Includes child, and elder-friendly stays

* Itinerary includes beach stops

* Itinerary includes cultural activities and shows.

4. Budget Tour Packages to Alleppey - Whether you area solo traveller or a college group, there are budget tour options, that willinclude:

* Shared rooms or homestays

* Meals on request

* Local transport included

What to Look for in an Alleppey Vacation Package

Most Alleppey travel packages will include the following:

* Pick-up and drop from Kochi or nearby railway locations

* One- or two-night accommodation at a house boator locally-based resort

* Meals: Most packages include lunch, dinner, and breakfast for the next day (usually featuring traditional Kerala food)

Local sightseeing (with local tour guides) forat tractions like Alleppey Beach, Mullakkal Temple, and local markets.

* Option for a short trip to Kumar Akom or MarariBeach.

Places tosee in Alleppey

When booking any Alleppey travel package, make sure these placesare included:

· Alleppey Backwaters - the highlight ofany Alleppey package

· Alleppey Beach - sandy beaches and viewsof the lighthouse

· Krishna Puram Palace - a tidbit ofhistory and art

· Pathiramanal Island - a serene and lessvisited destination that you can visit to see seasonal migratory birds in asecluded natural environment.

· Vembanad Lake - India's longest lake, itoffers relaxed boat rides, and unforgettable sunset views each evening.

Tips forScheduling an Alleppey Tour Package

* Bookings should be made far in advance if you are travelling during the month of December or during the Onam festival.

* Make sure to ask if meals are vegetarian orn on-vegetarian (you can request either)

* Make sure to check that houseboat operators are government-approved, for safety reasons.

* If you have limited time for your stay, you cando a day cruise versus overnight stay.

Alleppey tour packages are not just travel deals; these aredoors to a gentler, slower lifestyle that could involve visiting a place whereinstead of roads there are only backwaters, meals are cooked with love, andwhere you wake to sounds of birds instead of the blaring of alarms. Whether youwant a short Alleppey holiday package of one or two days or a full-blown travelitinerary for the whole of Kerala that includes this pristine destination,there is something for every traveler here.

If you can no longer take the amount of noise and speed ofour urban surroundings, perhaps it is time to listen to the quiet of the back waters.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What isthe average price of an Alleppey houseboat tour package?

A: It starts from ₹6,000 for a basic one-day cruise, and canreach ₹20,000 for luxury cruises.

Q2. Dotravel packages in Alleppey include food?

A: Yes, most of the travel packages for houseboats andresorts include meals based on food from Kerala.

Q3. How do Iget to Alleppey?

A: You can travel by train, travel by road, or take a cabfrom Kochi airport (around 85 km).

Q4. Can Itake a tour package for a few hours?

A: Yes, there are day cruise packages available for 4-to-6-hourcruise, without overnight stay.