Alleppey Backwaters Tour Package | 3 Days / 2 Nights from ₹15,999

Overview

About Alleppey Backwaters

Alleppey Backwaters sit in Kerala and are known as the Venice of India. Cruise through Kerala's emerald canals aboard a traditional houseboat.

This package gives you a balanced taste of Alleppey Backwaters — the iconic sights, an excursion or two, and time to soak in the rhythm. It's fully customisable around your dates, pace and interests.

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A glimpse of what awaits you in Alleppey Backwaters — handpicked sights, stays and experiences.

Good to know

Best time to visit

October–March

Cool, comfortable weather ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Ideal duration

3–6 days

Enough to cover the highlights at a relaxed, unhurried pace.

Currency & language

INR ₹ · Hindi/English

Cards widely accepted; carry some cash for local markets.

Getting there

Air · Rail · Road

Well connected by airport and railway; transfers arranged on every package.

Weather through the year

Typical conditions by season to help you plan the perfect time for your Alleppey Backwaters trip.

Winter18°CPleasant

Spring27°CIdeal

Summer34°CWarm

Monsoon29°CLush

Trip highlights

              
            Houseboat overnightPrivate kettuvallam stay

            Vembanad LakeIndia's longest lake

            Snake Boat RaceAugust spectacle

            Backwater villagesToddy taps and rice paddies

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in Alleppey Backwaters

Pre-cruise briefing; orientation at the boatyard.

Day 2

Board houseboat

Embark on a private kettuvallam houseboat; lunch on board; sunset cruise.

Day 3

Disembark & departure

Final canal cruise; disembark after breakfast; transfer to airport.

What's included

Inclusions

2 nights houseboat + 1 night hotel
All meals on houseboat
Cruise as per itinerary
Boat fuel and crew
Dedicated coordinator

Exclusions

Airfare / train fare to start point
Lunches unless specified
Personal expenses, tips and laundry
Camera fees at monuments
Travel insurance
Anything not in inclusions

Frequently asked questions

Is the houseboat private? +

Yes — each booking is a private houseboat with crew (captain, cook, helper) dedicated to your group.

What meals are included? +

All meals on the houseboat — typically traditional Kerala fare with fresh fish, rice, vegetables and coconut-based curries.

Best time for backwaters? +

September to March — pleasant weather and high water levels. Avoid peak monsoon if you want sun.

Is the houseboat air-conditioned? +

AC operates in cabins from 9 PM to 6 AM as per government regulations to protect the fragile ecosystem.

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