Kerala 6‑Night 7‑Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Exploration in Kochi

Morning: Arrive at Cochin International Airport, transfer to your hotel in Fort Kochi and settle in after a short rest.

Afternoon: Stroll through Fort Kochi to see the iconic Chinese Fishing Nets, visit St. Francis Church and wander the historic lanes of Jew Town.

Evening: Enjoy a dinner of Keralite seafood followed by a captivating Kathakali performance at a local cultural centre.

Day 2: Kochi → Munnar (Hill‑Station)

Morning: Depart early for the scenic 4‑hour drive to Munnar, checking in to a hill‑top resort.

Afternoon: Tour a fragrant Munnar Tea Estate and learn about tea processing, then head to Eravikulam National Park to spot the Nilgiri tahr.

Evening: Watch the sunset from Top Station, offering panoramic views of the Western Ghats.

Day 3: Munnar Highlights

Morning: Visit Mattupetty Dam and the nearby Echo Point for stunning lake scenery and photo ops.

Afternoon: Take a relaxing pedal‑boat ride on Kundala Lake, surrounded by lush hills.

Evening: Return to the resort for a soothing Ayurvedic massage or simply unwind with a tea tasting.

Day 4: Munnar → Thekkady (Periyar)

Morning: Drive to Thekkady (≈3 h) and settle into a jungle‑edge lodge.

Afternoon: Embark on a boat safari through Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary to glimpse elephants, bison and myriad birds.

Evening: Explore a local spice plantation, sampling pepper, cardamom, and cinnamon straight from the source.

Day 5: Thekkady → Alappuzha (Backwaters)

Morning: Depart early for Alappuzha (≈4 h) and board a traditional houseboat.

Afternoon: Cruise the tranquil backwaters, watching village life unfold along the canals and spotting waterbirds.

Evening: Savor a freshly prepared Keralite dinner on board and spend the night drifting peacefully on the water.

Day 6: Alappuzha → Kovalam (Beach)

Morning: Disembark the houseboat and travel to Kovalam (≈5 h), checking in to a beachfront resort.

Afternoon: Relax on the golden sands of Lighthouse Beach, take a dip in the Arabian Sea, and enjoy the seaside breeze.

Evening: Dine on grilled fish and coconut chutney at a beachside restaurant, watching the sunset over the horizon.

Day 7: Kovalam & Departure

Morning: Take a short trip to Thiruvananthapuram to visit the magnificent Padmanabhaswamy Temple and the historic Kuthiramalika Palace.

Afternoon: Enjoy some leisure time for last‑minute shopping or a final stroll on the beach.

Evening: Transfer to Trivandrum International Airport for your departure flight.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Fort Kochi – 2 hrs – $5
• Chinese Fishing Nets – 30 min – Free
• St. Francis Church – 1 hr – $2
• Kathakali Show – 2 hrs – $15
• Munnar Tea Estate – 2 hrs – $10
• Eravikulam National Park – 3 hrs – $12
• Top Station – 1 hr – Free
• Mattupetty Dam – 2 hrs – $5
• Kundala Lake Boat Ride – 1 hr – $8
• Periyar Boat Safari – 2 hrs – $20
• Spice Plantation Tour – 1.5 hrs – $8
• Houseboat Cruise (incl. meals) – 4 hrs – $120
• Lighthouse Beach – 3 hrs – Free
• Padmanabhaswamy Temple – 1.5 hrs – $3
• Kuthiramalika Palace – 1 hr – $5
• Total Estimated Cost: $213

Tips

If you have extra time, add a day in the backwaters to explore the lesser‑known villages of Kuttanad or extend your beach stay in Kovalam for water‑sports. To shorten the trip, you can skip the houseboat night and replace it with a quick day cruise from Alappuzha, allowing you to return to the mainland and head straight to Kovalam.