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Discovering Family-Friendly Kerala in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Cochin
    35 mins (22.6 km) from Cochin International Airport

    Start your trip with a visit to the Fort Kochi beach, afterward explore the famous Mattancherry Palace and the St. Francis Church. In the evening, enjoy the stunning sunset view at the Marine Drive.

  2. Day 2: Munnar
    4 hours 20 mins (130 km) from Cochin

    Embark on a scenic drive to Munnar, take a walk through the tea plantations and learn about tea processing. Spend the afternoon at the fun-filled Wonder Valley Adventure and Amusement Park.

  3. Day 3: Thekkady
    3 hours 20 mins (92.4 km) from Munnar

    Enjoy an early morning boat ride at the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary to spot some exotic animals. Afterward, visit the Mangla Devi Temple, and take some time to relax at the Chellarkovil viewpoint.

  4. Day 4: Kumarakom
    3 hours 30 mins (124 km) from Thekkady

    Take a morning drive to Kumarakom, and spend your day at the Vembanad Lake, exploring its scenic beauty and enjoying adventurous water sports. Don't miss the famous Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary.

  5. Day 5: Alleppey
    1 hour 30 mins (35 km) from Kumarakom

    Start your day with a houseboat cruise along the serene backwaters of Alleppey, and enjoy local cuisine on board. The afternoon can be spent on the Marari Beach and watching the sunset.

  6. Day 6: Kovalam
    3 hours 10 mins (159 km) from Alleppey

    Relax and unwind at the exotic beaches of Kovalam. Spend the morning at the Lighthouse Beach and indulge in fun water sports activities. Later, visit the Halcyon Castle and the Vizhinjam Rock Cut Cave Temple.

  7. Day 7: Trivandrum
    30 mins (12.8 km) from Kovalam

    Take a tour of the famous Sree Padmanabha Swamy Temple and the Napier Museum, taking in the beautiful architecture. In the evening, shop for souvenirs at the Chalai Bazaar or explore the beaches of Shanghumugham and Hawa Beach.

Recommendations

Do not miss visiting the Athirapally Waterfalls, which is about 2 hours from Cochin. You can also take a side trip to the Athirapally Forest Reserve for a scenic trek. To maximize your fun, try local cuisine such as puttu, kadala curry, and appam. You can also shop for local spices and tea at the markets in Munnar and Thekkady.

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