When it comes to scenic beauty and the tranquility of the backwater in Kerala Alleppey could be titled as crown jewel. This desirable place of interest is often referred to as the ‘Venice of the East” and with good reason, it is a fabulous combination of beautiful nature, beautiful culture, and beautiful memories.

Tourwings.com offers a list of Alleppey tour packages that cater to every dream of a tourist destination. If you are on a honeymoon trip, planning a family holiday, or on a group holiday, we have designed special offers to provide the best of Alleppey for you. We have a range of tour packages starting from the royal houseboat cruises to the real feel of the village tour.

This tour is going to offer you a view of Alleppey, where you can actually feel that time has stopped so you can enjoy the beauty of the place. The smooth rocking of houseboats, green-colored paddy fields up to the skyline, and, most importantly, the friendly nature of people you meet will soon make you realize what it would be like to see only good things.

Now let us jump straight away into the delights that are in store for you in Alleppey and learn how Tourwings.com can make your dream vacation holiday come true.

The Magic of Alleppey's Backwaters

1. Houseboat Cruises: A Floating Paradise

However, the stunt that is considered the root of any Alleppey tour package is the houseboat. Originally designed as boats for carrying rice and spices these kettuvallams are now used as houseboats for marketing the backwaters as floating hotels. Tourwings.com provides all types of houseboats and that too in the economical price range as well as in non-economical price range such that most of the travelers can also find the pleasure of this journey.

The boat ride is going to be as serene as the waters; you are going to see coconut trees, rice paddies, and some of the most beautiful villages out there. Due to the smooth rocking of the boat and pristine environment, one feels fresh and fully charged to carry out the next task. 

2. Village Life Along the Canals

The other interesting feature that everyone gets to see through the Alleppey tour is the village activity that prevails around the backwater. Some of the packages offered by Tourwings.com involve interaction with friendly villagers and a glimpse into their traditional way of life. The people of Backwater may well be spear fishermen, women bounding coconut fiber, or children splashing water in the canals.

With these village tours, one gets a real feel of how people lived, and still live in some of these places, for several generations. It is possible to visit local markets, make an attempt to work at producing handicrafts, or just spend time drinking tea and speaking with inhabitants.

Beyond the Backwaters: Alleppey's Hidden Gems

1. Alappuzha Beach: Sun, Sand, and Sea

Although Alleppey is most renowned for its backwaters, the town itself has some very splendid coastlines. Alappuzha Beach with a golden sandy beach and historic pier is quite a contrast to the backwaters of Alleppey. Tourwings. Many of the packages incorporate this beautiful beach which offers you a number of activities to indulge in or alternatively, you could take a sun bath under the exotic Keralite sun.

The wooden, 150-year-old pier goes into the sea and is often crowded with individuals during the sunset walks in the evening. If one is daring, water sports are other activities that many training centers offer, such as parasailing and/or water skiing. There are also several places to taste fresh seafood caught on the same day, so visiting the beach means adding a culinary component to it.

2. Kuttanad: The Rice Bowl of Kerala

The place Kuttanad is popularly known as the Rice Bowl of Kerala and this is a visit for nature and farming lovers. This area of the country is mostly lowland and has perhaps the largest area of paddy fields and canals. Tourwings.com can arrange guided tours of this countryside where visitors are given an idea about problems and innovations in farming such a territory.

Upon your travel through Kuttanad, you will come across farmers tilling their crops on what could be referred to emerald colored fields framed by coconut trees and sleepy waterways. Their birdlife is also impressive and therefore, bird watchers will have the privilege of watching many of the species. As you dine don’t forget to sample some of the local rice varieties which are supposedly unique in their taste and health benefits..

3. Pathiramanal Island: A Birdwatcher's Paradise

Any Alleppey tour packages are incomplete for nature lovers or bird watching; tourists can make a visit to Pathiramanal Island. This island situated in the Vembanad Lake is deserted and hence the birder's preferred spot for migratory birds.

The literal meaning of the island name is ‘sands of night’ however it is very calm and therefore recommended for a day outing. There are also plenty of opportunities for wildlife spotting; the island’s vegetation includes many waterfowls, terns, and herons among others. In addition, the boat ride to and from the island comes with beautiful scenery from the backwaters around the region.

Cultural Experiences in Alleppey

• Coir Village

Nowhere is coir weaving more famous than in Alleppey and a visit to a coir village can be arranged to get a first-hand view of the process.Many of Tourwings.com packages offer tours of these villages where the whole procedure of coir-making right from pulling the fiber out of the husk of the coconut to the making of the products is explained.

You will get a view of people skillfully making some of the products that you use in your home such as doormats, ornaments among others. It is truly striking how complicated the process is and just how supple the workers are. The visitors who come here seem to be on a learning spree and also a great platform to get real, Made in Kenya souvenirs.

• Snake Boat Races

In as much as there are so many natural sights to explore in Alleppey, it’s even better during the occasion of the snake boat races in the monsoon period of August and September. These rites, which are rooted in every locality, prove to be a show of talent, cohesion, and power. This is a cultural event that you should not miss, and with the assistance of Tourwings.com you can be able to arrange for your visit to coincide with these races.

Of these, the most widely known event is the Nehru Trophy Boat Race which occurs on the 2nd Saturday of August. In particular, it is exciting just observing the thin and beautiful ships; each of them is filled with more than a hundred oarsmen who, in one rhythm, stroke. The environment is tense and highly charged, with several thousands of people clapping for their preferred teams.

Culinary Delights of Alleppey

1. Seafood Extravaganza

The other thing that one cannot resist while in Alleppey is to taste their seafood. Being located on the coast, fresh fish and shellfish are easily accessible and the local chefs then prepare mouth-watering dishes from these types of fish. Tourwings.com's packages often include meals at some of the best local restaurants, where you can savor these culinary delights.

Beginning with spicy fish curry right up to grilled prawns, the dishes made from seafood will make it compulsory for you to close your eyes and enjoy. Ensure that you take a taste of the karimeen pollichathu, the pearl spot fish that has been covered with banana leaves and barbecued. Most of the houseboats also have a provision for serving fresh seafood that one can order and eat while on the cruise.

2. Traditional Kerala Cuisine

However, Alleppey now boasts of various seafood dishes with genuine Keralite vegetarian meals not far behind. Rice, coconut, and all sorts of spices are basic ingredients in most local dishes. Tourwings. com makes sure that your tasting tour is as adventurous as the geography of the state and acquaint you with some of the most common and some of the most exotic Keralite dishes.

It is recommended to taste a sadya, a vegetarian dish served on a banana leaf with different dishes, pickles, and, of course, a payasam, the dessert. If you are a food lover, here are some suggestions for breakfast. Do not miss the chance to taste the flavor of appam with stew or puttu with kadala curry.

Wellness and Rejuvenation

1. Ayurvedic Treatments: Healing for Body and Soul

Kerala is famous as the land of Ayurveda and indeed this place offers ample chance to get the Ayurvedic treatment. Tourwings.com can arrange a stay in trustworthy Ayurvedic centers where you will be treated according to your needs. These activities can range from an hour-long massage to more rigorous healing and rejuvenating spa packages that might help you relax even more on your vacation.

Most of the available resorts and houseboats have Ayurvedic treatments so that you can have a combination of leisure and health. For individual health purposes or for rejuvenation purposes, the practitioners available in Alleppey offer the best service that makes you refreshed and rejuvenated

2. Yoga and Meditation by the Backwaters

Yoga and meditation can be easily practiced on the gentle backdrop of Alleppey backwaters. Many Tourwings. com packaged offers may also contain a proposal for a yoga lesson or meditation on the water’s edge, often breathtaking. Such actions will allow you to get in touch with nature as well as achieve some sort of spirituality.

Both a professional in yoga and meditation or a beginner will only add that the surroundings of Alleppey make the practicing more effective. Consider waking up each morning with a fresh sun salutation with the mist forming on the backwaters or having a meditation session when the sun sets. So, such moments of float can be the best addition to your Alleppey trip.

Planning Your Alleppey Tour

Best Time to Visit

Alleppey does not have a bad or good time visiting, but the trip planning can be chalked out based on the experience one wants to get. Tourwings.Com can help you choose the ideal time based on your interests:

• October to February: This is also the highest time of tourism with favourable weather ideal for backwater cruises and other water sports.

• June to September: The climate on the coast is quite tropical, with heavy rains observed during the monsoon season, which is appropriate for the Ayurvedic cure. It is also a period for ‘snake boat’ races – large boats with many people rowing in unison.

• March to May: It also gets very hot in summer, however, you will find lesser crowds in most of the places and probably cheaper fares/tariffs for touring.

Transportation Options

Tourwings. com minimizes your hassles and stress when planning for and moving to and within Alleppey. The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, which is about 85 kilometers from the town. From there, you can choose from various transportation options.

• Private transfers are made by Tourwings.com for a comfortable and stress-free trip.

• For cheap public transport with an aim of using the public transport of the countries, the FlixBus is there.

• On the way to the Alleppey railway station, one can get a view of beautiful places.

After arriving in Alleppey, the movement was a particular experience. Besides houseboats, you can explore the town and nearby areas by:

• Auto-rickshaws for traveling within the town’s area for short distances.

• Bicycles are used for leisurely cycling incidents through the quiet lanes and coastal regions.

• Operators that provide local ferry services for genuine backwater travel.

Explore Beyond Alleppey

Enhance your Kerala journey by combining your Alleppey Tour Packages with other exciting destinations. Pair your backwater experience with Munnar Travel Packages to explore lush tea plantations and misty hills, or opt for Wayanad Tour Packages to discover pristine forests and waterfalls. Whether you’re looking for Kerala Honeymoon Tour Packages or South India Family Tour Packages, Tourwings has you covered.