Alleppey

Pilgrimage sites, golden deserts, historical monuments, attractive beaches, foggy hill stations and enriched wildlife, there are a lot many things that make India a worth visiting destination. Visitors from across the world come to India to explore all these things, but a solo tour gives you ample opportunities to explore beauty solely in India. Explore new places, meet new people, overcome your fears, discover yourself and enjoy the freedom with a solo tour in India. Book your flight today using Ixigo flight coupons and save money on your next travel booking.

Shimla

Shimla is the best destination in India for solo travellers. Spend quality time alone in the lap of the great Himalayas and explore the other attractive destinations, markets and hotels that can make your solo tour delightful and memorable. Solo travellers can explore the destination by walking along the Mall road or enjoying the best dining experience at the popular restaurants dotted across the city of Shimla or taking some snaps or indulging in shopping at local markets.

Leh-Srinagar Highway

Adventure seekers can go for biking on the Leh-Srinagar highway, which is the next prominent destination for solo travellers in India. The location is bordered beautifully by most scenic landscapes and offers travellers an enthralling experience of cycling through this silent valley. The location is the ultimate venture for all backpackers as it offers the needed thrill and excitement for a memorable trip. Get a chance to explore the highways of Leh and Srinagar all on your own.

Rishikesh

Rishikesh is another popular tourist destination in India, and most of the solo traveller adds this destination in their itinerary for many good reasons. It is the destination for both adventure seekers and nature lovers. It is the destination for solo travellers, especially for those interested in adventure and outdoor activities like river rafting, trekking, bungee jumping, cliff diving, rock climbing, kayaking, and more. This destination is also popular for its Ayurvedic spa, meditation and yoga. Located on the Garhwal Himalayan region’s foothills, Rishikesh is best known for its white water river rafting in the Ganges and the best destination for solo travellers.

Tawang Monastery

Tawang is the beautiful destination located in the Indian state of Arunachal Pradesh. The prime attraction of the city is the Twang Monetary, which is bordered beautifully by snow-capped mountains and clam streams and lakes. It is the only largest monetary in India that attracts thousands of backpackers every year, and solo travellers from across the world visit this place to enjoy the camping options and several trekking activities. Here travellers can find their inner peace and get the opportunity to rediscover amid serene environment, which offers a unique culture of Monpa people.

Goa

Whether you want to enjoy the plunge in deep blue water or soak into the hot sunlight or groove to trance the music numbers at pubs, Goa is the destination where you can spend several refreshing hours in your solo tour. Get indulged into the exotic drinks, attend rave parties or taste the continental cuisines at the Goa seaside restaurants, the vivacious and rich lifestyle in Goa combines the adventure water activities on beaches with several Spa and Ayurvedic sessions to provide you a reviving vacation. Different private beaches can be explored by solo travellers and experience the ultimate deep-sea fishing and other beach activities like scuba diving, jet-skiing, snorkelling, surfing, windsurfing and water skiing.

Alleppey is the beautiful destination located in the southern state of Kerala, and it reminds us of the picturesque canals, mesmerizing backwaters, stunning lagoons, exotic beaches and more. It is the best romantic destination best suited for honeymooners, but thousands of solo travellers visit it to experience the best of Mother Nature. Enjoy the backwater cruise in a houseboat, music festivals, dance shows and resort-style accommodation with a variety of spa treatment at Alleppey.

With so many amazing destinations across India that offer great hospitality, friendly atmosphere and comfortable accommodations, solo travellers would be more than happy to explore these incredible sights all on their own. Plus, they can use the Goomo Coupon Code to book their solo tour at discounted rates. After all, it is your solo tour, and you must look for options to save money wherever possible.

This is a guest post by Shruti Gopche. Thank you for this wonderful article, Shruti!

Rabindranath Tagore regarded monsoon as the ‘queen’ of all seasons. If you visit Alleppey in the monsoon you’ll no way but agree with the great poet. The wild beauty of Mother Nature bathed in monsoon rain is simply a treat to the eyes that you’ll cherish forever.

Alleppey or Alappuzha in Kerala is located 70 km south of Cochin, the major port city in Western India. The place is famous for its lush greenery and tranquil backwaters. Due to its numerous lakes and canals creating a network of waterways Alleppey is popularly called the “Venice of the East”.

Backwaters, Alleppey, Kelara, Monsoon Travel — Alleppey backwaters – Image: kvtholidays.com

How to Reach

The district of Alappuzha or Alleppey is well-connected to most of the important southern cities via railway networks. There are direct trains from Cochin, Thiruvananthapuram, Kozhikode, Coimbatore, Chennai, Bangalore and Mumbai.

The NH47 connects Alleppey with other cities including Cochin, Bangalore and Chennai. You’ll find direct bus services operating from Cochin to Alleppey regularly. There are overnight luxury buses to Alleppey from Thiruvananthapuram, Kozhikode, Coimbatore, Chennai and Bangalore.

The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport. After you land in Cochin take a train or bus to Alleppey.

Things to do

Though there are ferry services available, for a perfect leisure trip cruising in the backwaters on a houseboat is a must do. It is, perhaps, the best way to observe and enjoy the divine beauty of Alleppey. In addition to its scenic landscapes Alleppey’s rich cultural heritage is a major tourist attraction.

St Mary’s Church in Champakulam and Sreekrishna Swamy Temple in Ambalapuzha are famous for their religious sanctity as well as architectural grandeur.

Watching the traditional snake boat race held in August and September every year is a bonus for travelling Alleppey in the monsoon. If you want a closer look to the boat race rent a boat instead of standing in the crowd on the banks.

Nehru Trophy, Snake Boat Race, Alleppey, Kerala, Monsoon Travel — Nehru Trophy Snake Boat Race – Image: mavaraholidays.com

When you feel tired after a daylong sightseeing trip, pay a visit to Krishnendu Ayurveda Wellness Center near Alleppey for a rejuvenating herbal spa treatment.

Alappuzha Beach is a perfect place for a quiet hangout in the light of setting sun. Take a stroll along the promenade and have a cup of coffee with your companion at the Indian Coffee House while watching countless waves breaking on the shore.

Where to Stay

Alleppey thrives on eco-tourism. It houses a number of nature resorts and hotels. Located in secluded beaches these resorts are surrounded by tropical plants and coconut trees. The green rice fields nearby create a vista that soothes the tired eyes of urban travelers. Keeping in harmony with their environment the cottages are built in traditional Kerala fisherman’s hut style featuring thatched roofs and open courtyards. You can also stay in the beautifully adorned houseboats where you get to savor some delicious Malayalam dishes during your stay.

House boat in Alleppey, Boat house, Alleppey, Kerala, Backwaters, Monsoon — House boat in Alleppey – Image: alleppeybackwaters.com

Responsible travel

As part of your nature travel in Alleppey you should maintain the following etiquette as a responsible traveler. Respect the sanctity and cleanliness of the place.

Don’t throw away plastic bottles, wrappers and other non-biodegradable materials into the water or in the fields. Rather you should keep all your disposables in a plastic carry bag and drop it only in the garbage.
Don’t drop anything, not even food items, into the water during your cruise in the backwaters. You may get fined for this.
Don’t lean too much to touch the water. It may unbalance the boat and cause accident.

Monsoon, lasting from June to September, is typically a season in which most tourists avoid Alleppey because of heavy rainfall and water logging in the streets. Those who have the courage to face these odds are sure to have a rewarding experience. Another advantage of visiting Alleppey in the monsoon is that you may get discounts on booking hotels.