In the morning, explore the historic Fort Kochi, visit St. Francis Church and the Chinese Fishing Nets. Have a traditional Kerala lunch and watch a Kathakali performance in the evening.
Visit the tea plantations and the Eravikulam National Park to see the endangered Nilgiri Tahr. Take a boat ride in Kundala Lake and watch the sunset at Echo Point.
Take a bamboo rafting tour through the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary and spot elephants, tigers and other wildlife. Learn about indigenous spices at the Spice Plantation Tour and enjoy a traditional dinner.
Cruise through the backwaters of Alleppey on a houseboat, enjoy the scenic views and taste traditional Kerala cuisine. Learn about the history of coir-making at the Coir Museum and shop for souvenirs.
Relax on the beaches of Kovalam and enjoy water sports like surfing and parasailing. Visit the Halcyon Castle and the Vizhinjam Lighthouse and enjoy the sunset at Lighthouse Beach.
Explore the Padmanabhaswamy Temple and the Kuthiramalika Palace Museum. Visit the Napier Museum and the Sri Chitra Art Gallery to learn about Kerala's art and history. Enjoy a seafood dinner at a local restaurant.
Visit the Edakkal Caves to see ancient rock art and learn about the history of Wayanad. Take a safari tour at the Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary and visit the Soochipara Waterfalls. Enjoy a traditional dinner and a bonfire at a local resort.
Consider visiting the Athirapally Waterfalls, the Bekal Fort, and the Mattancherry Palace for additional local attractions. Take a side trip to the hill station of Vagamon or the beaches of Marari. To maximize your fun, try a cooking class to learn how to make traditional Kerala dishes or take a yoga and meditation class. Don't forget to try the local cuisine, including appam, puttu, and kappa.
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