Kerala Package – Alleppey and Cochin (1 Night, 2 Days)

About Alleppey

Alleppey or Azhappuzha is a lakeside region of the popular Azhappuzha Lake, having the Arabian Sea on the west and a substantial maze of lakes, lagoons, and many fresh water rivers, criss-crossing it.  Alleppey with immensely beautiful natural backwaters is also a native land to a variety of animals and birds. Because of its nearness to the sea, Alleppey has a unique place in every Keralite’s heart. The backwaters and back water house boats entice tens of thousands

of tourists from across the nation. Here are some of the Alleppey’s must see tourist attractions include Alleppey Beach, Alleppey Backwaters, Krishnapuram Palace, Azhappuzha Temple, and Aruthunkal. According to the Center for Science and Environment, Alleppey is the cleanest town in the country. It is also the oldest planned town in the region.

About Cochin

Cochin, aka Kochin, is a major port city on the south-west coastal region of India which embraces the Arabian Sea and Laccadive Sea. Kochin is popularly known as the “Queen of the Arabian Sea” and is an important spice-trading center on the west-coast of India. It is also a major city in Ernakulam district in the state of Kerala. The enjoyable attractions in and around Kochi include the Backwaters of Kochi, Marine Drive, Fort Kochi, Hill Palace, Mattencherry Palace, Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Jewish Synagogue, Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica, Willingdon island, Bolgatty Palace, and Museum of Kerala history.

The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, located in Nedumbessery, about 39 km from Kochi center.