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2-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Kerala in August 2023

  1. Day 1: Explore Kochi
    30 minutes (22.7 km) from Cochin International Airport

    Morning: Visit the famous St. Francis Church, the oldest European church in India, and explore the beautiful Fort Kochi Beach and its Chinese fishing nets.

    Afternoon: Learn about the local history and culture at the Kerala Folklore Museum and then head to the Mattancherry Palace, also known as the Dutch Palace, for a glimpse of the royal heritage of Kerala.

    Evening: Enjoy a Kathakali dance performance at the Cochin Cultural Centre to witness the traditional dance-drama of Kerala. End your day with a delicious seafood dinner at the Seagull Restaurant.

  2. Day 2: Explore Munnar
    4 hours (140 km) from Kochi

    Morning: Start your day with a breathtaking view of the Western Ghats from the Echo Point and then visit the famous Kundala Lake for some boating and a visit to the Tea Museum where you can learn about the history and production of tea in the region.

    Afternoon: Enjoy a relaxed picnic lunch at the scenic Mattupetty Dam and then head to the Eravikulam National Park to experience the natural beauty of the region and spot some endangered species like the Nilgiri Tahr.

    Evening: Take a leisurely stroll through the picturesque streets of Munnar and explore the local markets for some souvenirs and spices. End your day with a delicious dinner at the Rapsy Restaurant.

Recommendations

Make sure to try the local cuisine like the appam and stew, puttu and kadala curry, and the famous fish curry. You can also take a day trip to Alleppey and experience the beautiful backwaters of Kerala. Another option is to visit the Periyar National Park for some wildlife spotting and trekking.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • St. Francis Church (1 hour, free)
  • Fort Kochi Beach and Chinese fishing nets (2 hours, free)
  • Kerala Folklore Museum (2 hours, INR 100 per person)
  • Mattancherry Palace (2 hours, INR 5 per person)
  • Kathakali dance performance (2 hours, INR 500 per person)
  • Seagull Restaurant (1 hour, INR 800 for two people)
  • Echo Point (1 hour, free)
  • Kundala Lake and Tea Museum (2 hours, INR 300 per person)
  • Mattupetty Dam (1 hour, free)
  • Eravikulam National Park (3 hours, INR 120 per person)
  • Rapsy Restaurant (1 hour, INR 600 for two people)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 2345 per person

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