How can I plan my Alleppey Trip?

Yea, we get it! You guys are looking for an escape from all your “work from home” stress and are dying to go somewhere where you could unwind, relax and be yourself for few days. The Covid pandemic has driven most of us crazy. Travelling seemed more or less like a crime in 2020. However, 2021 is fresh and life starts to feel normal. Every travel fanatic is looking for a destination to travel and recharge their drained-out batteries.  I must say your choice is perfect. The Alleppey Backwaters of Kerala is a unique experience. Now, we also get what you are thinking over now- “Stop exaggerating and tell us How can I plan my Alleppey Trip?”.  Well, we are getting there.

Let us guide you on how to plan Alleppey Trip in few easy steps-

1. If possible, make it a 1 week Kerala tour

What if you could travel the best of Kerala in a week? We suggest that is an ideal option. If you have a week to spare for a splendid tour in Kerala, you could visit Munnar, the so-called “Honeymooner’s Paradise, Thekkady, the wildlife den, Kochi, the heart of Kerala, and the heavenly Alleppey backwaters as well. Let it be a family tour, a honeymoon, or perhaps a friendly getaway with your tribe, Kerala is just too good to miss out on your travel bucket.

Let us sketch you a rough 7 Day Kerala tour plan to save your time and get on with it.

Day 1: Cochin Arrival at Airport/ Railway Station- Cochin Sightseeing [If possible]- Cochin Stay

Day 2: Cochin sightseeing [If not done the day before]- Drive to Munnar

Day 3: Munnar Sightseeing- Munnar Stay

Day 4: Munnar  to Thekkady- Thekkady sightseeing- Thekkady Stay

Day 5: Thekkady to Alleppey- Aleppey Houseboat Cruise- Alleppey Houseboat Stay

Day 6: Alleppey- Cochin Airport/ Railway Station

2. Choose a reliable houseboat operator in Alleppey for Alleppey Houseboat Cruise

How could you visit Alleppey and miss out on the houseboats? Not happening. Houseboats in Alleppey are the best way to explore the tranquil waters and the serene countryside of this wonderful piece of land. However, Travelling to unknown destinations is always a brave effort. You must be cautious and smart in dealing with unpleasant situations you might come across. That’s part of travel and choosing a reliable Kerala Houseboat tour operator takes out a whole load of the burden from you. Alleppey is bustling with houseboats, and to be fair it hurts to say that 90% of the Kerala Houseboats do not keep up with the required standards especially after nearly a year of lockdown. It won’t take long for you to realize that you have been created.

Now, this is where we come in. We are Cruiseland Houseboats, one of the best houseboat operators in Alleppey. No, no, we don’t just boast about our houseboats, we definitely provide top houseboats in Alleppey but at the same time we are known for our hospitality, exceptional customer service, and our delicious mouth drooling Kerala food that we prepare on board exclusively for you. Well, that’s what every Houseboat Tour Operator in Alleppey says you would think. In our case, we are true to the very word. Take a look at some of our Client Reviews on Google and we think that would justify our bold statements.

3. Decide what kind of experience you expect in Alleppey

We all have our own reasons to travel. What’s yours?

Is it-

1. A honeymoon?

2. A family getaway?

3. Adventure?

4. A solo hideout?

5. A corporate team building?

No worries. Alleppey can take care of all of these.

So if you are wondering how to plan Alleppey Trip, first decide on it. If it’s a family getaway, a 1-night Houseboat cruise in Alleppey is ideal. If it’s a honeymoon, a 2 night Alleppey Houseboat Cruise is very much recommended. You could surprise your better half with a flower bed decor, your favorite flavored Honeymoon Cake, or perhaps a bottle of wine. We will take care of it.

Or if you are planning a corporate team building program, an Alleppey Houseboat Day Cruise is what you got to pick. A day cruise is usually a 5 to 6 hours houseboat cruise along the Alleppey backwaters starting from 12 pm noon to evening 5:30 pm. It includes Kerala-style lunch and Tea/Snacks as well. You can have your whole team on board [25 people maximum recommended]. Everything required for the meet starting from Mic sets, speakers, board games to food and drinks, we will have everything ready.

Now, if adventure is what drives you, then you have options to do Kayaking or a Canoe ride [Country Boat] along the backwaters of Alleppey. This can be done during your Houseboat ride in Alleppey. A nature walk through the Alleppey countryside is another exciting and engaging activity to indulge in Alleppey.

So first thing first, what type of experience are you looking for? Discuss it with your Houseboat operator in Alleppey so you get to enjoy Alleppey your way.

4. Seek all the tour details by E-Mail

Always ask for confirmation email and invoices after you book, read your Alleppey Houseboat Tour Itinerary thoroughly, and check for all the inclusions and exclusions mentioned. Check with them the Houseboat check-in and check-out timings. Also, ask for the food menu they provide. Usually, Houseboats in Kerala offer their traditional Kerala-style food with liberal use of Coconut oil and spices. The menu comprises mostly Non-vegetarian items as well, especially backwater fish and chicken. So make sure you make your food preferences straight with them in case you have specific requirements.

5. How to reach Alleppey? 

Well, reaching Alleppey is not a tough task. It is well connected by road, rail, and air as well. 

By Bus: There are many Private and Govt. Buses available to book online. Buses to Alleppey from Bangalore, Coimbatore, Hyderabad, Chennai, and many other cities can be easily booked in a matter of seconds through online portals like Red Bus and more. 

By Rail: You will find numerous trains connecting Alleppey to all parts of the Country. 

By Air: In case if you are planning to travel by air, Cochin International Airport is the nearest one to reach Alleppey. There are “N” number of flights to Cochin from all the major cities in India. 

That’s it! You are good to go. An experience of a lifetime is waiting.

In-case you would like to go with our expertise and talk to one of our Cruiseland Houseboat executives, give us a call or WhatsApp us @ 9747959503.

Just drop us a WhatsApp message ‘ How can I plan my Alleppey trip? ‘ and we are at your service from that very moment.

Happy traveling!