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Kerala Budget Trip Itinerary December 2023

  1. Day 1: Kochi
    40 minutes (27 km) from Cochin International Airport

    In the morning, visit the scenic Fort Kochi Beach. In the afternoon, explore the historic Mattancherry Palace. In the evening, enjoy a Kathakali performance.

  2. Day 2: Alleppey
    1 hour 30 minutes (54 km) from Kochi

    In the morning, take a relaxing backwater cruise. In the afternoon, visit the beautiful Marari Beach. In the evening, enjoy the sunset with a cup of tea or coffee.

  3. Day 3: Varkala
    3 hours 45 minutes (146 km) from Alleppey

    In the morning, take a dip in the natural spring at Kappil Lake. In the afternoon, visit the ancient Janardana Swamy Temple. In the evening, enjoy the stunning view of Varkala Beach from the cliff.

  4. Day 4: Kovalam
    1 hour (40 km) from Varkala

    In the morning, visit the iconic Lighthouse Beach. In the afternoon, take a dip in the calm waters of Hawa Beach. In the evening, enjoy some local seafood at Samudra Beach.

  5. Day 5: Thekkady
    4 hours (160 km) from Kovalam

    In the morning, explore the spice plantations. In the afternoon, take a boat ride in the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Kerala Ayurvedic massage.

  6. Day 6: Munnar
    3 hours 15 minutes (120 km) from Thekkady

    In the morning, visit the stunning Kolukkumalai Tea Estate. In the afternoon, take a stroll in the beautiful tea gardens. In the evening, enjoy a warm cup of tea and watch the sunset.

  7. Day 7: Wayanad
    6 hours (277 km) from Munnar

    In the morning, visit the ancient Edakkal Caves. In the afternoon, explore the stunning Soochipara Waterfalls. In the evening, take a stroll in the beautiful Banasura Sagar Dam.

Recommendations

If you have extra time, consider visiting the Athirapally waterfalls, Cherai Beach, or the Silent Valley National Park. You could also take a side trip to the neighbouring state of Tamil Nadu to visit the beautiful hill station of Ooty. Make sure to try the local cuisine, especially the seafood and traditional Kerala dishes like Appam and Stew. To maximize your fun, try bargaining at local marketplaces and enjoy the local nightlife.

Find the best hotels and flights for your Kerala trip on https://booking.tp.st/VhZsadPo.

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