Today in the morning, we will travel to Allepey. On arrive in Alleppey, check in at the houseboat and enjoy journey cum stay in your pre-booked houseboat.
Alleppy or Alappuzha is categorized as the Venice of the East. Alappuzha means the land between the sea and a network of rivers falling into it. The place recalls a sense of romance and beauty. It has a golden streak of land woven with rivers, lakes, lagoons and canals. Alappuzha has a lighthouse, where one can witness the beautiful view of Alleppey coast from above the lighthouse. The white sand beach is a beautiful place to relax and enjoy the sea and the sun. It is also home to Kuttanad, the Rice Bowl of Kerala, one of the very few interesting places in the world where farming is done below the sea level.
In the afternoon, we will explore the Vembanad Lake, a striking picnic spot and fast developing backwaters, which offers boating and fishing. Further, we will continue our explorations by boat along winding backwaters witnessing the life of the people of Kerala and its entire colour. As the sun goes down, we will be entertained by the boatmen singing traditional songs.
Throughout the day, you will get an opportunity to talk and interact with the local families, learn about their life in the islands and eat traditional local cuisine in their homes. An overnight stay in the houseboat.