3-Day Romantic Getaway in Kerala

  • Day 1: Fort Kochi
    45 minutes (12.1 miles) from Cochin International Airport

    Start your honeymoon journey in Fort Kochi, a popular tourist district located in Kochi Bay. Stroll through the charming, lush green streets dotted with Dutch, Portuguese, and British colonial-era houses. Must-visit attractions are the St. Francis Church, the oldest European church in India, and the vivacious Chinese fishing nets lining the seashore. End your day by watching a mesmerizing Kathakali dance performance that portrays mythological stories in a dramatic way.

  • Day 2: Munnar
    4 hours (87 miles) from Fort Kochi

    Visit Munnar, the picturesque hill station in the Western Ghats known for its breathtaking views, tea plantations, and trekking trails. Start your day by visiting the Mattupetty Dam and the Echo Point view in the clouds. Continue your tour with Tea Museum and walk among terraced tea plantations to the mesmerizing Pothamedu viewpoint, a perfect spot for a romantic picnic with your partner.

  • Day 3: Alleppey
    3 hours (61.3 miles) from Munnar

    End your Kerala trip in the romantic backwaters of Alleppey. Explore the backwaters with a traditional houseboat ride through the serene canals, lush waterways, and coconut groves. Relax and unwind on the deck of the boat while enjoying a tasty Kerala meal and the tranquil scenery. Spend the night in the houseboat for a memorable honeymoon experience.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • St. Francis Church (1 hour, ₹10)
  • Chinese Fishing Nets (1 hour, free)
  • Kathakali Dance Performance (2 hours, ₹400 per person)
  • Mattupetty Dam (2 hours, ₹20)
  • Echo Point View (1 hour, ₹30)
  • Tea Museum (1 hour, ₹120)
  • Pothamedu Viewpoint (1 hour, ₹50)
  • Traditional Houseboat Ride in Alleppey (1 night, ₹8000)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹8,630

Transportation

When traveling in Kerala, it is best to hire a private taxi or rent a car to take you to your destination. Public transportation is available, but it is not as convenient. Taxis cost around ₹1,500 per day and can be easily booked through hotels and travel agencies. The average travel time between destinations is around 3-4 hours, and travel costs are around ₹5,000-6,000 in total.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the hill stations of Wayanad and Thekkady, which offer great trekking and wildlife spotting opportunities. If you have less time, skip Alleppey and explore Kochi in more detail, including a visit to the Dutch Palace and Jew Town.

Airports

Cochin International Airport (COK) is the primary airport serving Kerala, located 28 km northeast of Kochi. It is the fourth busiest airport in India and serves both domestic and international flights. The airport is well-connected to the city center by taxis and buses and is a hub for major airlines like Air India and IndiGo.

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