OVERVIEW- Fondly referred to as the Venice of the East, Alleppey or Alappuzha is one of the most popular backwater destinations in Kerala. It is also the perfect option for a weekend tour from Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram. Founded in 1762 by Raja Keshawadasan, Diwan of Travanacore, the pristine Alleppey backwater town has been blessed with lakes, canals and other waterways, lined by coconut palms. An extremely well-known trade port during the days of British, it is the hub of prawn farming and Coir carpet industries even today.
KOCHI (COCHIN) - Kochi is the commercial capital and the most cosmopolitan city of Kerala, Kochi along with its mainland part, Ernakulum is also known as the Queen of the Arabian Sea. With one of the finest natural harbors in the world, Kochi is the most modern city of Kerala where the best shopping markets are located.
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM- Trivandrum now called Thiruvananthapuram is an ancient seaside city built on seven hills. It is one of the major business centre and busiest harbor in the country. Capital of Gods Own Land, Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram is one of the most beautiful and greenest cities of India. The city features long stretches of serene backwaters, beautiful palm fringed beaches, historic monuments and revered shrines.
ALLEPPEY- Alappuzha Beach (Alleppey) also famous as 'The Venice of the East', is blessed with the silvery waves of the Arabian Sea. This beach is the best backwater destinations in Kerala. Alappuzha is one of the most romantic and beautiful place with land between the sea and network of rivers falling into it into it. The Palm fringed canals, shores bustling with glimpses, the mirror still lagoons, picture book lakesides and its long sandy beach has blessed Alappuzha. The other Gods gift to Alappuzha is the dense palm groves which lines the shore.
Tour Destination: Kochi/Thiruvananthapuram - Alleppey - Kochi/Trivandrum
Travel Duration: 02 Nights/03 Days
DAY 1: KOCHI/THIRUVANANTHAPURAM - ALLEPPEY
In the morning, start driving towards the one of the most popular backwater destinations of Kerala- Alleppey. On arrival, check in a traditional House Boat of Kerala, 24 hours cruise through the backwaters, fabulous way to explore the fascinating beauty of the backwaters.
Overnight in Houseboat
DAY 2: ALLEPPEY
After breakfast spend the whole day exploring Alleppey
CHAMPAKULAM- It is a beautiful village on the banks of Pampa River in Alappuzha district, with green paddy fields, coconut groves and water fowl. It is part of Kuttanad region, the rice bowl of Kerala. Champakulam Moolam Boat Race is the oldest snake boat races in Kerala.
Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 3: ALLEPPEY - KOCHI/THIRUVANANTHAPURAM/ TRIVANDRUM
Day free for leisure and later, drive back to Kochi/Thiruvananthapuram to catch your flights/train towards onward destination.
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Kochi at a Glance
Thiruvananthapuram at a Glance
Alleppey at a Glance
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