Alleppey also called " Venice of the East" is an important tourist destination in India. The Backwaters of Alleppey are the most popular tourist attraction in Kerala. A houseboat cruise in these backwaters is a delightful experience. Alappuzha is a landmark between the broad Arabian sea and a web of rivers flowing into it. It is a town in Alappuzha District of Kerala state of southern India. In the early first decade of the 20th century the then Viceroy of the Indian Empire, Lord Curzon made a visit in the State to Alleppey, now Alappuzha. Fascinated by the scenic beauty of the place, in joy and amazement, he said, here nature has spent up on the land her richest bounties. In his exhilaration, he exclaimed, Alleppey, the Venice of the East. Itinerary : Pick-from Cochin Port or your hotel is at 9.00 am before the transfer to Aleppey (approximately 1.30 hours) to board the boat at 10:30 am. The boat will cruise slowly through the backwaters and village area of Aleppey with the main attraction during the cruise being the view of backwaters, paddy fields, coconut palms, and the villager's daily life. The cruise will finish around 1.30 pm and you get back to Cochin Port between 3.00 and 3.15 pm. 

Alappuzha, also known as the "Venice of the East", is an important tourist destination in India and the backwaters of Alappuzha are the most popular tourist attraction in Kerala. A houseboat cruise on these backwaters is a delightful experience. Alappuzha is a landmark between the broad Arabian Sea and the web of rivers flowing into it. It is a town in the Alappuzha District in the southern Indian state of Kerala. Lord Curzon, the Viceroy of the Indian Empire, made a visit to Alappuzha in the early 20th century. Fascinated by the scenic beauty of the place he said “here nature has spent up on the land her richest bounties”. Detailed itinerary: Day 1: After the pick-up from Cochin Port or at your hotel at 10:15, you will transfer to Alappuzha to board the houseboat around 12:00. Once aboard the houseboat you will slowly cruise through the backwaters and village area of Alappuzha, passing paddy fields and coconut palm. Main meals will be served on board before staying overnight on the houseboat. Day 2: The cruise will finish around 9:00. You will then transfer back to Cochin Port or your hotel, arriving by 11:00.

Benefit from pickup at the cruise ship docks at Cochin Port, and journey on the road to board a houseboat on the backwaters of Kerala (approx 1 hour and 45 minutes). Cruise slowly through the hidden backwaters of Alappuzha (also known as "Alleppey"), considered the hub of the state's backwaters and home to a vast network of waterways and boats. Venture through village areas and the landscape of the Laccadive Sea to marvel at the lush vegetation, paddy fields, coconut palms, and much more. There will be 3 staff members along with your guide to look after you and make sure your experience is as relaxed as possible. Enjoy a lunch of Keralan cuisine as you gently navigate the waterways, which includes rice, vegetable dishes, fish, chicken, and more. End your houseboat cruise and later journey to the serene Fort Kochi area. Marvel at the Cheena vala (Chinese fishing nets (Only for Morning Tour)) in the Arabian Sea, and see other attractions of the region. Then, benefit from drop-off back at your cruise ship in Cochin Port.

Explore the famous Kerala backwaters of Alleppey on board a traditional houseboat. Alleppey, also known as Alappuzha, is located between the Arabian Sea and a web of rivers flowing into it. In the early 20th century, the then Viceroy of the Indian Empire, Lord Curzon was so mesmerized by the scenic beauty he declared that Alleppey was “The Venice of the East.” Following a pickup from Cochin Cruise Port or from Cochin Hotels, transfer to Aleppey to board your houseboat. Cruise slowly through the backwaters and village areas to marvel at the lush vegetation, paddy fields, coconut palms, and more. There’s no guide on board but there will be 3 staff members to look after you and make sure your experience is as relaxed as you could wish for. Enjoy a lunch of Keralan cusine as you gently cruise, before later transferring back to Cochin Port or your hotel.

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Head to Alleppey or Kumarakom on this seven-hour excursion. See coconut palms, Chinese fishing nets, and the extensive rice fields. On the west side of Alleppey, take in views of the Arabian Sea. Board a houseboat that was originally a vessel used to carry rice from underwater farms. Start the cruise on the Alleppey Punnamada Lake. Enjoy the comfort of the boat and experience the natural beauty of the area as the boat crosses backwater channels around Alleppey. During the three to four-hour cruise you’ll be served lunch and tea. In the late afternoon, you’ll be transferred to the airport or your hotel.

The sounds of birds and monkeys echo around you. As you gaze out across the vast Vembanad Lake, you feel at one with nature and slowly relax into your day out here cruising around the lake on your house or motor boat. Your day trip begins as your guide picks you up from your hotel and you set sail through the canals that connect the lake together. You will arrive in Alleppey, about 43 miles (70 km) south of the city, where we begin our sail. Here you can relax on one of our exquisite house boats, which move along the banks of Vembanad to give you a real sense of the style and luxury that has dated back centuries. Imagine yourself a maharaja or English royal sailing through these canals 100 years ago as you enjoy lunch on board. The trip returns to Cochin approximately 4 hours after setting sail.

You will be picked up from your hotel in Cochin or Cochin Cruise Port ships berth before beginning a 1.5-hour transfer to Alleppey to board your houseboat. You will then begin your journey, cruising slowly through the backwaters and village areas to marvel at the lush vegetation, paddy fields, coconut palms, and more. There will be 3 staff members to look after you and make sure your experience is as relaxed as you could wish for. Alleppey, also known as Alappuzha, is located between the Arabian Sea and the web of rivers flowing into it. In the early 20th century, the Viceroy of the Indian Empire, Lord Curzon, was so mesmerized by the scenic beauty that he declared that Alleppey was the “Venice of the East.” You can enjoy a lunch of Keralan cuisine on the houseboat, before later transferring to Fort Kochi to visit the famous Chinese nets, St. Francis Church and Dhobi Khana. Your tour will then conclude as you are driven back to your hotel in Cochin, or to the Cochin Port.

Discover the sights, sounds, and smells of South India on a 7-day guided tour from Kochi with accommodation provided. Take a tour of Kochi, Munnar, and Alleppey, visit national parks, admire Kerala's nature and wildlife, and sail and stay on a houseboat. Day 1: Kochi to Munnar After breakfast, embark on a guided tour of Kochi to discover the San Francisco Church, Chinese fishing nets, a Jewish synagogue, a Dutch palace, and more. After the tour, you will be driven to Munnar (4.5 hours), 1,800 feet above sea level, where you will check into your hotel. Day 2: Munnar After breakfast, enjoy a full guided tour of Munnar. Visit Eravikulam National Park, home to the endangered Nilgiri tahr, a mountain goat endemic to southern India. Admire the beautiful landscapes before visiting the Damptpatty Dam. Spend the night at the hotel. Day 3: Munnar to Periyar After breakfast, travel around 4 hours to visit Periyar National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary, one of the most important wildlife centers in India, home to tigers, elephants, rare lion-tailed macaques, sambar deer, leopards, and Indian bison. Spend the night in a hotel. Day 4: Periyar After breakfast at your hotel, explore Periyar by visiting the Wildlife Sanctuary in the morning. Take in boats at the temple, surrounded by hills. See a wide range of animals during your tour. Learn about vegetable juice in the afternoon. Overnight at a hotel. Day 5: Periyar to Kumarakom After breakfast, travel to Kumarakom (4.5 hrs) and check into your Kumarakom Hotel near Kottayam with its famous backyard and Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. Admire darters or snakebirds, little cormorants, night herons, woodpeckers, crows, pheasants, and more before spending the night at your hotel. Day 6: Kumarakom to houseboat After breakfast in the hotel, board a houseboat and set sail. See various scenes from the countryside, rice fields, fishing, and local life. Eat dinner, breakfast, and lunch on the boat. Stop for the night in a charming location. Day 7: Houseboat to Alleppey to Kochi After breakfast in the houseboat, visit Alleppey, known as East Venice because of its narrow canals and inland waters. Transfer to Kochi (2 hours), where you will be dropped off at Kochi airport to take a flight for your onward journey.

Day 1 - A R R I V A L - T R I V A N D R U M - A L L E P P E Y : You arrive in Trivandrum, which is likely to be your point of entry in Kerala. After your arrival, you'll proceed to Alleppey (also known as Alappuzha), which is famous for its backwaters. Enjoy a relaxing day exploring the backwaters and perhaps taking a houseboat ride. Day 2 - A L L E P P E Y - C O C H I N : Travel from Alleppey to Cochin (Kochi), which is a major port city in Kerala. Explore the historic and vibrant city of Cochin, known for its colonial architecture, Jewish heritage, and bustling markets. Day 3 - C O C H I N - Dutch Cemetery: Visit the Dutch Cemetery in Cochin, which is a historical site showcasing the Dutch influence in the region. Explore more of Cochin's attractions, such as Fort Kochi, the Chinese Fishing Nets, and St. Francis Church. Day 4 - C O C H I N - M U N N A R : Head to Munnar, a beautiful hill station known for its tea plantations and scenic landscapes. Enjoy the cool climate and explore the tea gardens and perhaps go for a trek. Day 5 - M U N N A R - P E R I Y A R : Travel from Munnar to Periyar (Thekkady), which is famous for Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. Take a wildlife safari or boat ride in the sanctuary and spot animals and birds. Day 6 - P E R I Y A R - K U M A R A K O M: Proceed to Kumarakom, a serene backwater destination. Explore the backwaters, perhaps take a traditional Kerala houseboat cruise. Day 7 - K U M A R A K O M - K O V A L A M : Drive to Kovalam, a popular beach destination in Kerala. Relax on the beaches, visit the lighthouse, and indulge in some water sports. Day 8 - K O V A L A M - T R I V A N D R U M - A B R O A D: On your last day, head to Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram), the capital city of Kerala. Explore Trivandrum's attractions, such as the Padmanabhaswamy Temple and Napier Museum. Depart from Trivandrum for your international journey.