Kerala Backwater Cruise is a cruise holiday arranged end to end by Bakkiya Tours & Travels for travellers from Virudhachalam, Cuddalore and across Tamil Nadu. We book the cabin that suits you and take care of everything around the sailing — flights to the port, visas, airport and pier transfers, and hotel nights before or after — so you step aboard with every detail already handled and simply enjoy the sea.
Highlights
Day by day
Board at Alleppey
Board around midday. Lunch is cooked and served on board as you drift through the narrow canals — fresh fish, thoran and rice on a banana leaf. Afternoon canoe ride through the village channels, then sunset from the deck before the boat moors for the night.
Sunrise and disembark
Early tea on deck as the mist lifts off the water and the village wakes. Breakfast on board, a last stretch of cruising, and disembark by mid-morning. We can continue you on to Kochi, Munnar or the airport.
What’s included
Included
- Private houseboat with crew
- All meals on board
- Air-conditioned bedrooms (night hours)
- Canoe village ride
- Mineral water
- Mooring charges
Not included
- Transfers to Alleppey
- Alcohol
- Ayurvedic treatments
- Tips
- Travel insurance
How we arrange it
- Tell us the basics — your dates, how many are travelling and the cabin you have in mind.
- We check live sailings and fares for your dates and send you the best options.
- We build the trip around the sailing — flights to the port, visas, airport and pier transfers, and hotel nights before or after.
- You confirm and we book, then hand you one clear itinerary with a single point of contact.
Why book the Kerala Backwater Cruise with Bakkiya Tours
We’re a local, family-run travel company that has arranged journeys since 2010, and we treat a trip like this as one seamless plan rather than a single ticket. You get one point of contact who answers the phone, transparent quotes with no surprises, and someone on your side from the first enquiry to the journey home. Cruise fares move with the season and the cabin grade, and the flights and visas around them need care — that’s exactly the part we take off your hands.
Good to know before you sail
For overseas sailings, carry a passport valid at least six months beyond your travel dates — we handle the visa paperwork wherever it's needed, and tell you early what each country on the route requires. Cruise fares move with the season and the cabin grade, so the earlier you talk to us, the better the choice and price. A cruise fare usually covers your cabin, main meals and onboard entertainment; shore excursions, specialty dining, drinks and gratuities are normally extra, and we'll set out clearly what your chosen sailing includes. If you're prone to seasickness, a mid-ship cabin on a lower deck rides most smoothly — just ask and we'll pick accordingly.
Areas we serve
Bakkiya Tours is based in Virudhachalam, in Cuddalore district, and we arrange pickups right across the region — Cuddalore town, Chidambaram, Neyveli, Panruti, Ulundurpet, Tittakudi, Kattumannarkoil, Vadalur and the surrounding villages. From here we run trips throughout Tamil Nadu and into neighbouring Puducherry, Kerala, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh, as well as pilgrimages and holidays further afield in India. Being a local company means we can collect you from your doorstep, start early without a long dead-run, and be genuinely on hand throughout your journey. Tell us where you're starting from and we'll arrange a convenient pickup.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Kerala Backwater Cruise?
The Kerala Backwater Cruise runs 1–2 nights. We can also arrange the days before and after — your travel to the start point and any extra nights or sightseeing — so tell us your total holiday length and we’ll plan around it.
When is the best time for the Kerala Backwater Cruise?
The usual season is All year. Dates and availability change through the year, so message us with when you’d like to travel and we’ll confirm what’s open.
What’s included in the Kerala Backwater Cruise?
Typically private houseboat with crew, all meals on board, air-conditioned bedrooms (night hours), canoe village ride and more — the full list is on this page. Anything not included, such as transfers, tips and insurance, we’ll set out clearly in your quote.
Can you customise the Kerala Backwater Cruise or add extra days?
Yes. Most travellers add a few nights either side — time in the departure city or onward travel — and we can match the cabin or class to your budget. Tell us what you’d like and we’ll build the Kerala Backwater Cruise into a longer trip.
How do I book the Kerala Backwater Cruise?
Message us on WhatsApp or call +91 96264 88887 with your dates and group size. We’ll confirm live availability and send a clear, all-inclusive quote, and hold your place with an advance.
Ready to plan this journey?
Tell us your dates and group size on WhatsApp and we’ll come back with availability and a clear, all-inclusive quote.
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