Weekend getaways

Alleppey Houseboat & Kumarakom Weekend

A two-night backwater taster: a lakeside resort evening in Kumarakom and an overnight kettuvallam cruise through Alleppey's canals.

Trip at a glance

Duration3 days / 2 nights
Starts inKumarakom
RouteKumarakom · Alleppey
Places2 destinations
StateKerala, India
Ideal forCouples' holidays, Cruise and houseboat holidays
Trip stylePrivate, customisable
Package codeNX-DVGWQ5

Best time to visit: September to March

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Houseboat cruise – Alleppey

Trip overview

A two-night backwater taster: a lakeside resort evening in Kumarakom and an overnight kettuvallam cruise through Alleppey's canals.

The route spends 1 night in Kumarakom and 1 night in Alleppey, so you get time for the main sights without changing hotels every day. It suits couples' holidays and cruise and houseboat holidays, and every day can be shortened, swapped or extended.

Highlights

Kumarakom Bird SanctuaryVembanad LakePathiramanal IslandHouseboat cruiseAlleppey Beach

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Kumarakom

Arrive via Cochin International Airport (COK) and transfer to your hotel
Check in and settle in
Later: Sunset lake cruise

Day 2Kumarakom to Alleppey

Travel from Kumarakom to Alleppey by private vehicle
Check in at your Alleppey hotel
Alleppey Beach: Beach with an old lighthouse and pier remains

Day 3Depart from Alleppey

Breakfast and hotel check-out
Transfer to Cochin International Airport (COK) for your journey home

How this version is planned

Fits a Friday-to-Sunday break
Short journey from Chennai or nearby cities
A relaxed final morning before heading home
A relaxed pace with two-night stays where possible
One special dinner or experience suggested at each stop

This is a suggested itinerary. Sightseeing order may change with opening days, weather and local conditions; your final plan is in your written quote.

Good to know

Kumarakom: Pick a lake-facing room; the sunset over Vembanad is the highlight of a stay.
Alleppey: Choose a premium or deluxe houseboat with an air-conditioned bedroom; AC usually runs only at night.

At a glance

Duration: 3 days / 2 nights
Route: Kumarakom, Alleppey
Ideal for: Couples' holidays, Cruise and houseboat holidays
Best time: September to March; October to March
Trip style: Private, customisable
Package code: NX-DVGWQ5

Plan this trip

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Prices depend on dates, hotel category and group size, so we quote each trip individually.

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Typically included

Hotel stay for 2 nights with daily breakfast (hotel category as per your quote)
Private air-conditioned vehicle for transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary
Pick-up and drop at the arrival and departure point
Driver allowances, tolls, parking and fuel for the itinerary route
Trip support from our Chennai team on WhatsApp

Not included

Flights or train tickets unless added to your quote
Lunch and dinner unless stated
Entry tickets, camera fees and optional activities unless stated
Personal expenses such as laundry, tips and shopping
Travel insurance
GST as applicable

Final inclusions are listed in your written quote.

FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.

When is the best time for this trip?

Kumarakom: September to March. Alleppey: October to March.

How do I start the trip from Chennai?

The trip begins in Kumarakom (Cochin International Airport (COK), about 90 km). We can add flights or train tickets from Chennai or any other city to your quote.

How much does this package cost?

We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.