Kerala Backwater Short Break: Alleppey Classic Houseboat Experience | 3 Nights and 4 Days Kerala Package
- Transfer Included
- Stay Included
- Meals Included
- Sightseeing Included
Overview
Itinerary
Arrival, Transfer to Alleppey and Board Classic Houseboat
Arrive at Cochin International Airport / Ernakulam. Meet and transfer to Alleppey (approximately 1.5–2 hours). On arrival, board your traditional Kettuvallam (houseboat). Enjoy a freshly prepared Kerala-style lunch as the boat gently cruises through the famous Alleppey backwaters. In the afternoon, take in the lush paddy fields, quaint villages, and canal-side life. Watch a spectacular sunset over Vembanad Lake. Dinner and overnight aboard the houseboat.
Important: Houseboat check-in is usually mid-day; carry light luggage and a valid ID.
Disembark, Local Village Walks and Alappuzha Beach
After breakfast on the houseboat, disembark and transfer to your lakeside hotel or resort in Alleppey. Take a guided walk through local coir villages, traditional markets and narrow canals to see everyday life. In the late afternoon, visit Alappuzha Beach for a relaxing stroll and sunset. Enjoy dinner at the resort and overnight stay.
Tip: Try local snacks like karimeen fry and appam at trusted local eateries.
Kumarakom Excursion, Bird Sanctuary and Resort Leisure
After breakfast, drive to nearby Kumarakom (short transfer). Visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary — ideal for birdwatching enthusiasts. Experience a village canoe ride (optional) and learn about rice farming and coconut cultivation. Return to your resort for a Traditional Ayurveda massage (optional) and leisure time by the backwaters. Overnight at the resort.
Note: Bird sightings vary seasonally; early mornings are best for sightings.
Morning Leisure, Optional Fort Kochi Sightseeing and Departure
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at the resort. Depending on your departure schedule, transfer back to Kochi. If time permits, opt for a half-day guided tour of Fort Kochi — highlights include Chinese Fishing Nets, St. Francis Church, and the colonial streets. Transfer to Cochin airport or railway station for your onward journey.
Tip: Coordinate transfer times with flight schedules; early morning departures may forgo Fort Kochi sightseeing.
Inclusions
- Accommodation: 3 nights (1 night in Kochi / 1 night on classic houseboat / 1 night in Kumarakom/Alleppey resort)
- Meals: Daily breakfasts, houseboat lunch and dinner as specified
- Transfers: Airport pickup and drop-off (seat-in-coach or private as per package), all inter-site transfers mentioned
- Houseboat cruise: Overnight houseboat cruise with basic amenities
- Sightseeing: Village walks, Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary visit (as per itinerary)
- Taxes & permits: Applicable local taxes
- Assistance: Local representative support during the trip
Exclusions
- International / domestic flights to Kochi
- Entrance fees, special activities (e.g., canoe rides, Ayurvedic treatments) unless specified as included
- Personal expenses, tips and gratuities
- Travel insurance and medical expenses
- Any items not mentioned under inclusions
Note: Optional add-ons (Fort Kochi guided tour, Ayurveda packages) can be arranged at an extra cost.
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