Morning: Arrive in Kochi and settle into Brunton Boatyard. Stroll through Fort Kochi to see the iconic Chinese Fishing Nets and the historic St. Francis Church.
Afternoon: Wander the charming lanes of Mattancherry Palace (Dutch Palace) and explore the spice‑laden streets of Jew Town. Lunch at Kashi Art Café – try their signature Kerala biryani and fresh coconut water.
Evening: Watch the sunset at Marine Drive and dine at Fusion Bay for seafood platters featuring karimeen (Pearl Spot) and Malabar prawns.
Find HotelsMorning: Depart for Munroe Island (≈ 2 hrs). Check‑in at a cozy homestay on the island. Enjoy a gentle boat ride through the narrow canals, spotting mangroves and local fishermen.
Afternoon: Rent a kayak to explore hidden waterways and visit the ancient Munroe Island Church. Savor a traditional lunch at the homestay—try the flavorful fish moilee and appam.
Evening: Relax on the riverbank while listening to the soothing sounds of the backwaters. Dinner includes a tasting of toddy (fresh coconut palm wine) and Kerala banana fritters.
Find HotelsMorning: Drive to Alleppey (≈ 1 hr). Board a comfortable houseboat and set off on the famous Alleppey Backwaters. Enjoy a leisurely cruise past paddy fields and coconut groves.
Afternoon: Anchor near Marari Beach for a quick dip and a beachfront lunch at Thaff, famous for its crispy fish fry and Kerala-style parotta.
Evening: Return to the houseboat for a sunset view over the water. Dinner on board features a Kerala feast with avial, prawns thoran, and freshly baked roti.
Find HotelsMorning: Disembark and travel to Kollam (≈ 2 hrs). Check into The Raviz Kollam overlooking Ashtamudi Lake. Begin with a relaxing lakeside walk.
Afternoon: Take a short boat tour of Ashtamudi Lake, visiting the quaint Kallada Boat Jetty. Lunch at the hotel’s restaurant, sampling the celebrated karimeen pollichathu (fish wrapped in banana leaf).
Evening: Explore the historic Thangassery Lighthouse and its promenade. Dinner at Hotel Poonthura for authentic Kollam cuisine – don’t miss the meen mulakittathu (spiced fish).
Find HotelsMorning: Arrive in Varkala (≈ 1 hr). Check into Deshadan Cliff Resort. Start with a walk along the famous Varkala Cliff for panoramic sea views.
Afternoon: Visit the sacred Janardhana Swamy Temple and then unwind on Varkala Beach. Lunch at Darjeeling Café – try the Kerala-style chicken curry with coconut rice.
Evening: Enjoy a sunset yoga session on the cliff followed by dinner at Clafouti, featuring fresh seafood, especially the local crab masala.
Find HotelsIf you have an extra day, consider adding a visit to the tranquil Poovar Island near Thiruvananthapuram for a mangrove canoe experience and a sunset cruise. To shorten the trip, you can skip the Munroe Island kayak session and combine the Kollam and Varkala evenings, staying one night in Kollam and traveling to Varkala the next morning. Always carry a reusable water bottle and try the local filter coffee—it's the perfect pick‑me‑up after a day of exploring!