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4-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary in Kerala

  1. Day 1: Fort Kochi
    44 minutes (13.4 miles) from Cochin International Airport

    In the morning, visit the iconic Chinese fishing nets at Fort Kochi Beach. Afterward, head to St. Francis Church, the oldest European church in India. In the afternoon, explore the Mattancherry Palace, also known as the Dutch Palace, to see the beautiful murals and artifacts. End your day by attending a Kathakali dance performance at the Kerala Kathakali Centre.

  2. Day 2: Backwaters of Alleppey
    1 hour 20 minutes (34.3 miles) from Fort Kochi

    Start your day with a scenic drive to Alleppey. Take a leisurely boat ride through the backwaters, enjoying the lush greenery and serene atmosphere. In the afternoon, relish some fresh seafood at the Vembanad Restaurant. Next, visit the Karumadikuttan statue, an ancient black granite statue of Lord Buddha. End your day enjoying a sunset view at the Alleppey Beach.

  3. Day 3: Munnar
    4 hours 15 minutes (95.7 miles) from Alleppey

    In the morning, drive to Munnar, a picturesque hill station. Visit the Echo Point to listen to your echoes. Afterward, head to the Tea Museum to learn about tea production and sample some tea. Have lunch at Rapsy Restaurant, serving a variety of cuisines. In the afternoon, explore the beautiful Attukad Waterfalls. End your day by strolling through the aromatic tea gardens.

  4. Day 4: Periyar National Park
    3 hours 15 minutes (87.6 miles) from Munnar

    Start your day with a drive to Periyar National Park. Take a thrilling boat ride through the Periyar Lake and spot some wildlife. In the afternoon, visit the Mangala Devi Temple, a beautiful temple surrounded by lush greenery. Have lunch at the Spice Village Restaurant, serving traditional Kerala cuisine. End your day by experiencing a traditional Ayurvedic massage at the Ayurmana Spa.

Recommendations

Consider taking a day trip to the Athirappilly Waterfalls, a stunning waterfall amidst a lush forest. You can also visit the Parambikulam Tiger Reserve and enjoy a safari ride. To maximize your fun, try some local street food, such as banana chips, vada, and samosas, and take home some traditional Kerala spices.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Chinese fishing nets (1 hour, free)
  • St. Francis Church (30 mins, free)
  • Mattancherry Palace (1 hour, INR 5 for Indians and INR 100 for foreigners)
  • Kathakali Dance Performance (2 hours, INR 250 per person)
  • Boat ride in Backwaters of Alleppey (3 hours, INR 2000 per person)
  • Vembanad Restaurant (1 hour, INR 800 for two people)
  • Karumadikuttan statue (30 mins, free)
  • Attukad Waterfalls (1 hour, free)
  • Echo Point (30 mins, free)
  • Tea Museum (1 hour, INR 120 for Indians and INR 360 for foreigners)
  • Rapsy Restaurant (1 hour, INR 500 for two people)
  • Periyar National Park boat ride (2 hours, INR 300 per person)
  • Mangala Devi Temple (30 mins, free)
  • Spice Village Restaurant (1 hour, INR 800 for two people)
  • Ayurmana Spa (1 hour, INR 3000 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 7700 (excluding hotel and transportation)
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