Alleppey & Varkala – 3 Nights / 4 Days

Hotel, Meals, Flight, Sightseeing, Transport

About

Alappuzha (or Alleppey) is a city on the Laccadive Sea in the southern Indian state of Kerala. It's best known for houseboat cruises along the rustic Kerala backwaters, a network of tranquil canals and lagoons. Alappuzha Beach is the site of the 19th-century Alappuzha Lighthouse. The city's Mullakkal Temple features a traditional design. Punnamada Lake's snake boat races are a well-known annual event.

Varkala is the perfect place for a holiday getaway to enjoy golden beaches and is also rich with history. Varkala is a tiny hamlet on the outskirts of Thiruvananthapuram that has attracted pilgrims and tourists for a long time. Its beach is famous for its natural springs which are said to have medicinal qualities.Varkala's unique feature is the cliff that stands tall on the beach. Most of the resorts are on the cliff. Facing the Arabian Sea, you can't have a better view of the sunset. While Varkala can provide an ideal spot for relaxing, there are also some really interesting places around Varkala.

Varkala, The Mini Goa of Kerala, South India. The coastal town of Varkala is one of the most beautiful beach destinations in South India. Also known as the "Hidden treasure of Kerala," Varkala is one of the least explored beaches in the state.

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Itinerary (Day Wise)

On arrival day, check-in at Alleppy jetty at 11.30am.  The cruise begins at 12.00pm through Punnamada Lake, Finishing point – the venue of the famous Nehru Trophy Boat Race and moves towards Vembanad Lake, Marthandam Kayal, R'Block, Chithira Block, Vattakayal etc where you can enjoy the panoramic views and the real village life. There is halting time during lunch.  After lunch the cruise starts and at 5.30pm the boat will anchor at lake side.The next day, the cruise begins at 8am and after having breakfast, the cruise finishes at Alleppey jetty at 9am. Sightseeing in the cruise SIGHTSEEING : coconut lagoons, paddy fields, resorts on banks of lake, sanctuary etc. (The guest can enjoy these sightseeing while they are doing the cruise in the boat and if they want to stop at any places of interest they can inform staff and they will stop the boat).

After breakfast check out from house boat  @ 9:00 am.Then proceed to Varkala.Enroute Visit Kollam Garuda statue.Then proceed to Varkala.check in at hotel @ 1:30 pm.Rest of the day at leisure on the beach. Enjoy the evening watching a spectacular sunset or swimming at the picturesque Varkala Beach.Overnight stay at hotel in Varkala with dinner..

This Morning after breakfast proceed to Varkala Sight-seeing.Places to visit: The Janardhanaswamy Temple, also known as Varkala Temple is a temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu built 20 centuries ago. The significant feature of the temple is the huge old bell which is considered an oblation to the temple. Timings are 4am to 12pm and from 5pm to 8pm. Entry is free. The Papanasam Beach, also known as Varkala Beach, is one of the best beaches in Kerala because of the view it offers from the cliff top. The Kappil Beach, a little away from Varkala, is a beach-backwater destination. The road splitting the two waterbodies [west is the majestic Arabian sea and to the east is the calm and serene backwaters]; the backwater and the Arabian Sea, is a treat to the eye.Overnight stay at hotel with dinner.

After Breakfast, check out hotel and proceed your return journey.

Package Information

  • 1 Night Stay at  Deluxe Houseboat
  • Lunch, tea/coffee with snacks, dinner and breakfast (next day).
  • AC : 8pm to 7am in the bedrooms at houseboat
  • 2 Night stay at Varkala -Standard Rooms
  • 2 Breakfast,2 Lunches & 2 Dinner at Hotel
 
  • Any services not included in inclusions or itinerary.
  • Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor etc.
  • Any cost arising due to natural calamite like landslides, roadblocks, etc.
  • Any increase in taxes or fuel leading to an increase in surface transport.
  • Entrance fees during sightseeing.
  • GST-5%
  • All rates mentioned above are strictly for quotation purposes only
  • No booking is at this stage. Vehicles, rooms, and rates are subject to availability upon confirmation.
  • Any special request, such as room next to each other, connecting rooms, room on the same floor, 1 king size / 1 double bed, floor covering of any description, early check-in, non-smoking room, etc., is subject to availability on a first-come, first-served basis up on your arrival at the hotel and it is totally discretionary and up to the hotel to assign.
  • midnight surcharge will be imposed for all pickups between 2200hrs hrs and 0700 hrs.
  • Unutilized services are not refundable.
  • Booking and Cancellation based on HTT Norms: Click here To See
  • The Rates are subject to change in case of any hike in the price of fuel, government . service Tax and other levies; the same will correspondingly increase our tariff with immediate effect.
  • Any Additional expenses incurred due to Coach train, or flight cancellation or delay, natural disaster, Political actions and similar must be borne by the tourists.
  • All tours and transfers are included and are on SIC basis (shared coach).
  • Tips to drivers and guides locally
  • Standard Check In: 1400–1600hrs (All Hotels)
  • Standard Check Out: 1200hrs (All Hotels)
  • Age for AdultsAbove 12 yrs, ChildBelow 11.5 yrs; and InfantBelow 2 yrs

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Documents Required for Travel

  • Aadhar Card front and Back page
  • ADULT: Adhar card/ Driving License/ Voter ID / Passport
  • CHILD 5- 11: Adhar card/ School ID / Passport
  • CHILD 2- 4 year: School Id/ Birth Certificate/ Passport
  • For Infants - Birth Certificate/ Passport
  • 10% deduction from tour amount 121-900 days prior
  • 15% deduction from tour amount 91-120 days prior
  • 20% deduction from tour amount 61-90 days prior
  • 30% deduction from tour amount 46-60 days prior
  • 40% deduction from tour amount 31-45 days prior
  • 50% deduction from tour amount 16-30 days prior
  • 75% deduction from tour amount 6-15 days prior
  • 100% deduction from tour amount 0-5 days prior
  • Hotel or Air - 100% in case of non-refundable Ticket/Hotel Room
  • Cruise Or Visa - On Actuals

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  • All meals are provided by Veena World in case the flight reaches the stipulated destination early morning or leaves destination late in the evening.
  • The tour price mentioned for this tour is for Indian nationals only.
  • The tour price varies for NRI’s or foreign nationals, for more details kindly contact your travel advisor
  • NRIs and Foreign nationals please ensure proper identity is conveyed to booking executive at the time of booking and all details along with passport copies are handed over to the booking executive.
  • Standard Check-in and check-out time of hotels in India is generally 1.30 PM and 10 AM respectively.

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