Alleppey Tour

Alleppey, also known as Alappuzha, is the heart of Kerala?s famed backwaters. A vast network of waterways with small grids of crisscrossing canals; Alleppey certainly lives up to the sobriquet of the ?Venice of the East?. Hundreds of houseboats dot the maze, tiny toddy shops & eateries bobble by the water and green fringed watery villages nestle by- welcome to Alleppey for a relaxing backwater sojourn.

Major Attractions in Alleppey

Backwaters on a Houseboat
The serpentine network of inland waterways paints a picture of perfection. Cruise on the emerald channels on a houseboat along the succulent paddy fields and busy waterway villages. Azure sky, lush fields, white ducks and pink water lilies sprinkle colors across the idyllic landscape. Laze on a houseboat, try some fishing in the waters, indulge in fresh sun-kissed toddy and pamper yourself with a delicious local meal as you witness the splendor of moonlight on water- the ambience is just so romantic!

Alleppey Beach
Resplendent with dense palm groves, a 137 year old pier, an ancient lighthouse and a beautiful garden on the coast; Alleppey beach is a beach bum?s paradise. Just soak in its lazy vibe or indulge in some beach sports like parasailing, beach volleyball, & surfing

Ambalappuzha Sri Krishna Temple
Often called the ?Dwarka of the South?, this temple devoted to Lord Krishna, is famous for ?Palpayasam?, a delicious rice & milk pudding offered to the deities as well as to the visitors to the temple.

St. Mary Forane Church
This beautiful Catholic-Syrian Church, standing adjacent to the shimmering backwaters, paints a stunning picture. Embellished with striking sculptures, murals and rock inscriptions; this 5th century church is a famous attraction in Alleppey.

Alleppey Lighthouse
Alleppey lighthouse, once a shiny beacon showing way to one of the busiest ports in Kerala, is an iconic attraction of the region. Climb up the tall tower and revel in the sparkling waters and stunning greenscapes of Alleppey.

Kidangamparamba Temple
This beautiful temple, with its Dravidian-like tall & colorful Gopuram, is dedicated to Goddess Bhuvaneshvari

Ayurveda in Alleppey
A host of Ayurveda spas and resorts have popped up on the beaches and villages around Alleppey. These spas offer luxurious accommodations, revitalizing therapies, balanced diets and a host of naturopathy & Ayurveda treatments to the guests.

Fairs & Festivals in Alleppey

• Nehru Trophy Boat Race
• Chirappu Mahotsavamu- A Temple Festival

Shopping in Alleppey
Alleppey is much known for its coir products and carpets. Hop down from your houseboat at one of the villages, and get a firsthand experience of the coir making process. Alleppey is also the place to buy pepper, coconut oil, areca nut, and cardamom.

Best Time to Visit
Winters months in Alleppey, from October to February, are the best time to visit.

How to Reach
By Air- Cochin International Airport, around 82kms away, is the closest airport in the vicinity.
By Rail- Alleppey Railway Station is connected with other cities in the region through a network of Indian Railways.
By Road- Alleppey is well-connected with the nearby cities through a network of roads & highways.

Check out our Kerala Tour Packages and book yourself a Backwaters Tour for a romantic sojourn in the mirror-like waters of Alleppey. Do contact us for a Personalized Tour Package to take you on a perfect tour of the Kerala backwaters.