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Private Alappuzha Backwater Tour–Cruise & Explore Kerala Villages

Kochi, Indiaby Excel India Tours

  • 8 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English

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Overview

Private Alappuzha (Alleppey) Backwater Cruise & Village Tour from Kochi Experience the magic of Kerala’s backwaters on this private day tour to Alappuzha (Alleppey), one of the most beautiful and authentic regions in South India. In just eight hours, enjoy the tranquil charm of palm-fringed canals, paddy fields, and village life that make this destination world-famous. Cruise through the serene waterways in your choice of Shikkara boat, houseboat, or water bus, stopping to watch fishermen, coconut harvesters, and local villagers at work. Take a refreshing walk along paddy fields and soak in the cool backwater breeze. All tours are private and flexible, with pick-up and drop-off from your hotel, resort, homestay, or Cochin International Cruise Terminal. Discover the authentic beauty and culture of Kerala’s backwaters — a journey of peace, nature, and unforgettable memories.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Lunch

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Aroor

    Pass by

    It is a one of the major towns on the way from Kochi to Alappuzha. The area is cluster of Sea Food Freezing and Processing Plants and business houses food packers and exporters. Apart from large scale production units the place is also of fish farms

  2. 2

    St Augustine Church Aroor

    Pass by

    St. Augustine's Church is a fabulous Roman Catholic Church recently reconstructed is an example for the religious fervor of the Christians especially Roman Catholics in Kerala.

  3. 3

    Stop 3

    Pass by

    The next small town from Aroor is Chandiroor. This town where there are a few fish markets, coir yarn cottage industrial units and backwaters. the High way is studded with elegant residential buildings and small and some what shops selling daily need s of the people.

  4. 4

    Stop 4

    Pass by

    Another small town on the way towards Alappuzha is famous for backwaters and fish farms ( Pokkali Farms, where alternated rice and fish is farmed.)

  5. 5

    Thuravoor Mahakshethram

    Pass by

    Thuravoor is famous for the great temple of Lord Siva. A typical temple with Kerala Temple architecture with a huge temple tank. This is a live temple and will see many devotees and pilgrims come to worship through out the day.

  6. 6

    Alappuzha

    2 hours

    From your hotel/kochi port cruise terminal the tour will drive to Alappuzha the backwater village for a houseboat cruise.

  7. 7

    Cherthala

    Pass by

    This is a major town in Kerala between Kochi and Alappuzha. The place is famous for large scale factories manufacturing coir products- products made from coconut fiber like yarn mats carpets and ropes.) On the way to Alappuzha from Kochi we will be able to see these factories on the national highway side.

  8. 8

    Alleppey Backwaters

    3 hours

    At Alappuzha backwaters on arrival the passengers will board a pre booked houseboat for a day cruise foe 3 hours.

Meeting and pickup

We will pick you up from your hotel if the hotel you stay in is not mentioned here. The cruise passengers after disembarking from the ship will be required to go to the immigration office which is 5 minutes from the ship. After completing the the immigration process the travellers will be allowed to come out. We will be at the exit door waiting for you with the pager board of your name.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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