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An Exciting Trip to Alleppey

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Alleppey, popularly known as the Venice of the East, is a city with an urban population of over 170,000. Tagged as one of the cleanest town in India as per the Centre for Science and Environment, this place is a traveler’s favorite spot. The city is located 28km away from Changanacherry and 46km from Kottayam and 53km from Kochi. Alleppey gained popularity with the help of tour operators in Kerala that promote this place with exciting tour packages to Kerala. They focus on promoting the extraordinary experience of getting on Houseboats in Alleppey along the backwaters of Kerala. Alleppey is a paradisical town filled with canals, beaches, backwaters and lagoons. The major tourist attraction in Kerala, as mentioned before, is a Kerala houseboat cruise in the stunning backwaters that connect Kumarakom and Cochin to the North side and Kollam to the South side.  The must visit places in Alleppey include Alappuzha Beach, one of its kind with a view of the Laccadive Sea, Pathi...

Spice Route of Kerala - Kollam

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A significant place on the route map of spice traders, Kollam district is endowed with a long and scenic coastline that offers various scenic and peaceful places to visit. Located on the banks of Ashtamudi Lake, a cruise on Houseboats in kerala is a must if you visit Kollam. Here is a list of the best places to visit during your trip to Kollam: Palaruvi waterfalls Translating to “milky streams”, Palaruvi waterfalls is a stunning waterfall that is located on the Kollam-Shencottah road. Ideal time to visit the falls is anytime between June and January. It is the 32nd highest waterfall in India and is popular for its Ayurvedic properties. Ashtamudi Lake The most popular and most visited lake, Ashtamudi Lake and backwater is lined with palm and coconut trees, making it a stunning place to visit during this monsoon. Ashtamudi means ‘eight coned’ in Malayalam and taking a Kerala houseboat trip is a must-do to enjoy the true beauty of this destination. After Ashtamudi La...

Plan your tour to Kerala

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Planning to visit Kerala this festive season? The colorful ambience, festive vibes in the lush settings of Kerala should not be missed this season! There are plenty of tour operators that provide tour packages to Kerala with amazing inclusions like cruise in houseboats in Alleppey, live fishing session, etc. With a proper plan and a fixed budget, you can visit and experience the best of Kerala within your budget limit in a few days time.  Firstly, finalize the number of days you will be spending in Kerala for your holiday and then choose the places you wish to visit.  Finalize the arrival and departure dates in order to book tickets. It is recommended to book your tickets up to Trivandrum, if your first destination is Kovalam or Kanyakumari; Calicut if it is Wayanad; Cochin, if it is Alleppey, Munnar, etc. Select the destinations you are planning to visit. Choose major tourist destinations like Fort Kochi, Munnar hill stations, Thekkady wild life sanctuary, h...

Special Foods in Alleppey

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Flanked by water bodies like the enchanting backwaters, blue oceans and ever-flowing rivers and lakes, Kerala is never on shortage of variety of seafood items. The fresh produce lets people prepare a number of delicacies that vary from each region. Cooked by using authentic Kerala spices and traditional preparation method, these seafood dishes are too good and must be tried by all. They are not only available in restaurants but is served in Kerala houseboats too. A cruise on houseboats Alleppey, Kumarakom, etc. will let you indulge in the delicacies and also enjoy the exquisite views. Here are some of the seafood dishes you must try: 1. Arikkadukka Arikkadukka or stuffed mussels is a speciality of Thalassery and Kannur regions. It is a very popular non-vegetarian snack prepared by steaming rice dough, spices and mussels and then frying it. 2. Chemmeen Curry Chemmeen or prawn curry is prepared using coconut milk, tamarind paste and a mix of spices and masala. It can ...

Things to Check Before Booking Alleppey Houseboats

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Alleppey is one of the most applauded and popular travel destinations in Kerala. This place is well-known for houseboats in Alleppey and cruises through the backwaters. Be it for weekend getaways, vacations, parties, honeymoon or just for a solo trip, houseboats are your perfect choice as it is laden with facilities and amenities that suit the interests of all individuals. Leading tour operators in Kerala offer amazing packages to customers that comprises of a tour through God’s Own Country along with Kerala houseboats cruises. One such trusted tour planner is Tours in India that offer incredible deals and discounts to its customers. Here are the key things to know and note before getting on houseboats in Alleppey : Book in advance Booking in advance saves you not only from the price factor but also from a situation where there are no vacant houseboats for travelling. When booking in advance, you can also get the complete look and feel of the houseboat prior itself an...

Houseboat Travel to Alleppey

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A must visit place when in Kerala is definitely Alleppey. Known for its stunning backwaters, royal-like houseboat experience, delicious cuisines, beautiful beaches and spectacular views, Alleppey is nothing short of a perfect hangout spot. Houseboat experience at Alleppey is one that everyone must personally indulge in to get the exact feel of it. Tour planners who arrange houseboats in alleppey make sure that their customers are taken to only the best and best places of Alleppey for an amazing experience. The centre of Kerala’s backwaters, Alleppey and a home to a large network of waterways, this place houses a huge number of houseboats. Surrounded by greenery and the sparkling water, a houseboat cruise lets you disappear into a world of villages, canoes, houseboats and toddy shops. Also, there’s no better option for you to relax and unwind! Get a glimpse of the stunning landscapes while touring on the backwaters. This land being a home for many wildlife, you can ...

The Most Interesting Things To Do in Alleppey

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The two things that hit our mind when we think of Alleppey are its stunning backwaters and cruises in houseboats in Alleppey. Apart from these two there are many places you can visit and many interesting activities you can do. Alappuzha is located about 62 km away from Cochin and is filled with rivers, beaches, canals, lagoons and what not! Excited much? Book your tickets to this fabulous holiday destination with Tours in India, one of the leading tour operators in Kerala for Kerala tour packages and also for boathouse Alleppey packages. Take a look at the top interesting things to do while in Alleppey: Backwater Houseboat Cruise Alleppey is known for its enchanting backwaters and the activities you could do here. Making it to the top of the list is the most famous Kerala houseboat or Kettuvallam cruise. You can hire a houseboat to enjoy the backwaters through the cruise in a day or two’s time.  Sunset at Pozhiyoram Pozhiyoram is a small beach which is basi...