What Happens on a Day Cruise Houseboat Tour?
A day cruise is the perfect way to experience Alleppey's backwaters without committing to a full night on board - typically 3–4 hours from boarding to checkout, with a complete lunch served fresh on the water. It's ideal if you're short on time, traveling with young kids, or based elsewhere in Kerala and just want a taste of the backwaters.
- 1
9:00 – 11:00 AM
Boarding & welcome drink
Board your houseboat at the jetty, settle onto the sundeck, and start with a traditional Kerala welcome drink as the crew casts off.
- 2
Late Morning
Backwater cruise
Cruise past coconut groves, paddy fields, narrow canals and village life - with plenty of stops for photos along the way.
- 3
Midday
Lunch on board
A full Kerala-style lunch - rice, curries, fish or chicken and traditional sides - cooked fresh by your on-board chef and served as you cruise.
- 4
Early Afternoon
Sundeck & relaxation
Unwind on the open-air deck with backwater views before the houseboat turns back toward the jetty.
- 5
2:00 – 4:00 PM
Return & checkout
Arrive back at the jetty, disembark, and continue with the rest of your day - no overnight commitment needed.
Day Cruise Houseboat Pricing in Alleppey
Day cruises start from ₹7,499 per person, with lunch included - and scale up by category, boat type and group size. AGT lists Deluxe, Premium and Luxury houseboats for day cruises, so you can compare real, transparent prices instead of guessing. Confirm any boat with just a 25% advance payment - pay the rest directly at check-in.
Deluxe Houseboats
₹7,499 onwards
Premium Houseboats
₹7,499 onwards
Luxury Houseboats
₹14,999 onwards
What's Included in Your Day Cruise
Lunch On Board
A full Kerala-style lunch - rice, curries, fish or chicken and traditional sides - cooked fresh and served mid-cruise.
Backwater Cruise Route
A scenic route through canals, coconut groves, paddy fields and waterside villages - picked for the best views.
Open Sundeck
An open-air deck for photos, fresh air and uninterrupted backwater views throughout the cruise.
Welcome Drink
A traditional Kerala welcome drink served as you board and settle in for the cruise.
Captain & Crew
An experienced captain and on-board chef look after the cruise and your meal from start to finish.
Verified & Insured
Every houseboat is verified by AGT, with life jackets on board and a 4.6★ guest rating.
