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7-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Kerala in December 2023

  1. Day 1: Cochin
    30 minutes (25 km) from Cochin International Airport

    In the morning, visit the Mattancherry Palace for a glimpse into the history of Kerala. For lunch, head to Fort Cochin to try some delicious seafood. In the afternoon, check out the St. Francis Church, the oldest European church in India. In the evening, enjoy a Kathakali dance performance.

  2. Day 2: Munnar
    4.5 hours (130 km) from Cochin

    In the morning, visit the Tea Museum to learn about the history and production of tea in the region. For lunch, head to a local restaurant to try some traditional Kerala cuisine. In the afternoon, take a scenic drive to the Top Station viewpoint for breathtaking views. In the evening, relax at your resort and enjoy the beautiful sunset.

  3. Day 3: Thekkady
    3 hours (90 km) from Munnar

    In the morning, take a boat ride on the Periyar Lake to spot local wildlife such as elephants and tigers. For lunch, head to a local restaurant to try some traditional Kerala cuisine. In the afternoon, take a guided tour of a spice plantation. In the evening, enjoy a cultural show at the Mudra Cultural Centre.

  4. Day 4: Alleppey
    3 hours (140 km) from Thekkady

    In the morning, take a relaxing houseboat ride through the beautiful backwaters of Kerala. For lunch, enjoy a traditional Keralan meal on the houseboat. In the afternoon, visit the Alleppey Beach for a swim or to relax on the sand. In the evening, explore the local markets and try some street food.

  5. Day 5: Kovalam
    4 hours (150 km) from Alleppey

    In the morning, visit the Kuthira Malika Palace to see the collection of artifacts and exhibits from the Travancore royal family. For lunch, try some delicious seafood at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, relax at the Kovalam Beach and take a dip in the Arabian Sea. In the evening, watch a beautiful sunset over the ocean.

  6. Day 6: Trivandrum
    20 minutes (10 km) from Kovalam

    In the morning, visit the Padmanabhaswamy Temple, a beautiful and historic temple that is also one of the wealthiest in the world. For lunch, head to a local restaurant to try some traditional Kerala cuisine. In the afternoon, visit the Napier Museum and Art Gallery to see the collection of ancient and historical artifacts. In the evening, enjoy a Kathakali dance performance.

  7. Day 7: Varkala
    1 hour 15 minutes (50 km) from Trivandrum

    In the morning, take a dip in the clear waters of the Papanasam Beach. For lunch, head to a local restaurant to try some delicious seafood. In the afternoon, visit the Janardhana Swamy Temple, an ancient temple that is a popular pilgrimage site. In the evening, relax at the Varkala Beach and enjoy the beautiful sunset.

Recommendations

Other local attractions and experiences to consider include the Eravikulam National Park, the Vembanad Lake, and the Vallarpadam Church. You may also want to take a side trip to the beautiful hill station of Wayanad. To maximize your fun, be sure to try some of the local food and drinks, and engage with the friendly and welcoming locals. Finally, consider attending some of the festivals and cultural events that may be happening during your visit.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Mattancherry Palace (2 hours, INR 100)
  • Seafood lunch (1 hour, INR 500)
  • St. Francis Church (1 hour, free)
  • Kathakali dance performance (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Tea Museum (2 hours, INR 200)
  • Kerala cuisine lunch (1 hour, INR 300)
  • Top Station viewpoint (2 hours, INR 50)
  • Periyar Lake boat ride (2 hours, INR 400)
  • Kerala cuisine lunch (1 hour, INR 300)
  • Spice plantation tour (2 hours, INR 300)
  • Cultural show (2 hours, INR 200)
  • Houseboat ride (6 hours, INR 10,000)
  • Kerala cuisine lunch (1 hour, INR 300)
  • Alleppey Beach (2 hours, free)
  • Kovalam Beach (2 hours, free)
  • Padmanabhaswamy Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Kerala cuisine lunch (1 hour, INR 300)
  • Napier Museum and Art Gallery (2 hours, INR 100)
  • Janardhana Swamy Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Papanasam Beach (2 hours, free)
  • Seafood lunch (1 hour, INR 500)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 12,550

Check out https://booking.tp.st/VhZsadPo to book your flights and hotel for Kerala!

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