Budget Alleppey Backwaters and Coastal Highlights

Explore the central sights of Alleppey on foot, shop local markets, visit cultural museums, and end the day at the beach and a Kathakali show.

1. 08:00|08:45
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Indian Coffee House

   08:00 – 08:45

   Start the day with traditional South Indian breakfast dishes and filter coffee at this classic downtown eatery.

2. 09:00|10:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Alleppey City Walking Tour

   09:00 – 10:30

   Walk through town to see historic canals, colonial-era bridges, and local market streets.

   • entryINR 300

   Directions
3. 10:45|12:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit Revi Karunakaran Museum

   10:45 – 12:15

   Browse a vast private collection of fine art, crystal, ivory items, and antique furniture.

   • entryINR 250

   Directions
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Thaff Restaurant

   12:30 – 13:30

   Sample Kerala rice meals and local fish curry at an affordable town restaurant.

5. 14:00|15:30
   

   Shopping

   Mullakkal Street Shopping

   14:00 – 15:30

   Browse shops selling spices, handicrafts, textiles, and local souvenirs along Mullakkal Road.

6. 16:00|17:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore the Alleppey Lighthouse

   16:00 – 17:00

   Climb the striped 19th-century lighthouse for panoramic views across the coastline and town.

   • entryFree
7. 17:15|18:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Alleppey Beach and Sea Bridge

   17:15 – 18:30

   Stroll along the sandy shore and view the historic dilapidated sea bridge pier.

   • entryFree
8. 18:45|19:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Kathakali Dance Performance

   18:45 – 19:45

   Watch classical Kerala dance-drama featuring elaborate makeup, costumes, and mudras.

   • entryINR 300
9. 20:00|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Cassia Restaurant

   20:00 – 21:00

   Dine on fresh seafood and traditional Kerala side dishes.

Spend the day on the famous Alleppey waterways, combining shikara rides, canal cruises, kayaking, and sunset views.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Hassan's Family Restaurant

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy appam and stew alongside hot tea before heading out onto the water.

2. 09:15|10:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Shikara Ride through Alleppey Backwaters

   09:15 – 10:45

   Glide through narrow village canals on a traditional covered wooden boat.

   • entryINR 2500
3. 11:00|12:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Backwater Canal Cruise

   11:00 – 12:15

   Travel deeper into the palm-fringed waterways to observe rural life along the banks.

   • entryINR 1500
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Brothers Hotel Restaurant

   12:30 – 13:30

   Eat local vegetarian or non-vegetarian thali meals served on banana leaves.

5. 14:00|15:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Nehru Trophy Boat Race Experience

   14:00 – 15:30

   Visit Punnamada Lake to learn about snake boat racing traditions and view historic racing tracks.

   • entryFree
6. 15:45|17:15
   

   Outdoor

   R Block Kayaking Adventure

   15:45 – 17:15

   Paddle around R-Block island, famous for farming below sea level in the backwaters.

   Directions
7. 17:30|19:00
   

   Outdoor

   Sunset Houseboat Tour

   17:30 – 19:00

   Relax on a short evening houseboat cruise as light fades across the lake.

8. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Chakara Restaurant

   19:30 – 20:30

   Enjoy coastal cuisine in an open-air setting near the beach.

Head north to Marari for tranquil beach walks, village exploration, and coastside relaxation.

1. 08:00|08:45
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Cafe Pumpkin

   08:00 – 08:45

   Order fresh fruit juices, pancakes, or Kerala breakfast items at a casual cafe.

2. 09:15|10:45
   

   Outdoor

   Morning at Marari Beach

   09:15 – 10:45

   Walk along the white sand beach lined with coconut palms and fishing boats.

3. 11:00|12:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore Marari Village

   11:00 – 12:15

   Wander through the quiet fishing community to observe coir making and local life.

   • entryFree

   Directions
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Marari Beach Shack

   12:30 – 13:30

   Try freshly grilled catch of the day at a beachfront seafood stall.

5. 14:00|15:30
   

   Outdoor

   Marari Beach Excursion

   14:00 – 15:30

   Relax on the quiet sands or swim in the Arabian Sea.

6. 16:30|18:00
   

   Outdoor

   Sunset at Punnapra Beach

   16:30 – 18:00

   Watch the sunset from the quiet shores of nearby Punnapra Beach.

   Directions
7. 18:30|19:30
   

   Shopping

   Mullakkal Street Shopping

   18:30 – 19:30

   Pick up extra snacks, tea leaves, or coir mats in the town center market.

8. 19:45|20:45
   

   Food

   Dinner at World in the Pot - Mushroom

   19:45 – 20:45

   Savor Kerala specialties and North Indian staples at reasonable prices.

Visit Kumarakom's bird sanctuary, explore Pathiramanal Island, and active kayak on Lake Vembanad.

1. 08:00|08:45
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Cafe Paradiso Espresso Bar

   08:00 – 08:45

   Fuel up with coffee and light breakfast options in town.

2. 09:15|10:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary Tour

   09:15 – 10:45

   Walk shaded trails along the lake shore to spot resident and migratory wetland birds.

   • entryINR 30
3. 11:00|12:15
   

   Outdoor

   Pathiramanal Island Adventure

   11:00 – 12:15

   Take a boat to this uninhabited island on Lake Vembanad to explore its forested walking paths.

4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Vembanad Seafood Restaurant

   12:30 – 13:30

   Eat fried karimeen (pearl spot fish) and rice beside the lake.

5. 14:00|15:45
   

   Outdoor

   Kayaking at Vembanad Lake

   14:00 – 15:45

   Paddle open lake waters and adjoining small creeks in a guided kayak.

   Directions
6. 16:15|17:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Alappuzha Lighthouse Visit

   16:15 – 17:30

   Revisit the lighthouse area for afternoon photos and ocean views.

   • entryINR 100
7. 18:00|19:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Shikara Ride through Alleppey Backwaters

   18:00 – 19:15

   Take a peaceful evening canal ride through village waterways.

   • entryINR 2500
8. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Dreamers Cafe and Restaurant

   19:30 – 20:30

   Relax with seafood, pasta, or Indian dishes overlooking Alleppey Beach.

Explore regional heritage at Krishnapuram Palace and Ambalapuzha Temple before a final afternoon on the backwaters.

1. 08:00|08:45
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Royal Park Hotel Restaurant

   08:00 – 08:45

   Enjoy a hearty morning spread of idlis, vadas, chutneys, and tea.

2. 09:30|11:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore Krishnapuram Palace

   09:30 – 11:00

   Tour an 18th-century palace built in traditional Kerala architectural style housing murals and weapons.

   • entryINR 500

   Directions
3. 11:30|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore the Ambalapuzha Sree Krishna Temple

   11:30 – 12:30

   Visit an ancient temple famous for its traditional Kerala architecture and sacred sweet milk pudding.

   • entryINR 2500
4. 12:45|13:45
   

   Food

   Lunch at Ambalapuzha Payasam & Feast Stall

   12:45 – 13:45

   Taste famous temple-style payasam and a traditional vegetarian sadya lunch.

5. 14:30|16:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Alleppey City Walking Tour

   14:30 – 16:00

   Take a final leisurely stroll through town markets and past old commercial canals.

   • entryINR 300

   Directions
6. 16:30|18:00
   

   Outdoor

   R Block Kayaking Adventure

   16:30 – 18:00

   Paddle along the agricultural dikes and water channels of R-Block.

   Directions
7. 18:15|19:15
   

   Outdoor

   Sunset Houseboat Tour

   18:15 – 19:15

   Conclude the trip with a relaxed sunset cruise along the main backwater lake routes.

8. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Harbour Restaurant Alleppey

   19:30 – 20:30

   Enjoy a farewell meal of Kerala seafood dishes near the town harbour.