Kerala in December 2023: City Experiences Itinerary
Day 1: Kochi
25 minutes (26.8 km) from Cochin International Airport
Visit the famous Chinese fishing nets in the morning, explore the historic Mattancherry Palace in the afternoon and catch a Kathakali performance in the evening.
Day 2: Thrissur
2 hours 20 minutes (67.3 km) from Kochi
Visit the iconic Vadakkunnathan Temple in the morning, explore the Thrissur Zoo and Museum in the afternoon and enjoy an authentic Kerala Sadhya for dinner.
Day 3: Kozhikode
3 hours 23 minutes (185.9 km) from Thrissur
Visit the beautiful Kozhikode Beach in the morning, explore the Kozhikode Backwaters in the afternoon and indulge in some delicious Kozhikode Biryani for dinner.
Day 4: Kannur
3 hours 10 minutes (115.4 km) from Kozhikode
Go on a morning trek to the famous Muzhappilangad Beach, explore Fort St. Angelo in the afternoon and witness a Theyyam performance in the evening.
Day 5: Kollam
6 hours 12 minutes (327.1 km) from Kannur
Take a morning boat ride to the beautiful Munroe Island, explore the historic Thangassery Lighthouse in the afternoon and indulge in some spicy Kollam Fish Curry for dinner.
Day 6: Thiruvananthapuram
1 hour 35 minutes (72.4 km) from Kollam
Explore the famous Padmanabhaswamy Temple in the morning, visit the Kuthiramalika Palace Museum in the afternoon and relax on the beautiful Kovalam Beach in the evening.
Day 7: Kochi
4 hours 5 minutes (223.5 km) from Thiruvananthapuram
Take a morning stroll through the beautiful Cherai Beach, explore the Jewish Synagogue in the afternoon and indulge in some fresh seafood for dinner.
Recommendations
If you have extra time, consider a day trip to the beautiful hill station of Munnar or a visit to the iconic Athirapally Waterfalls. To maximize your fun, try to attend a local festival or fair.
Time and Costs Estimates
Chinese fishing nets (1 hour, free)
Mattancherry Palace (2 hours, INR 5)
Kathakali performance (2 hours, INR 500-1000)
Vadakkunnathan Temple (1 hour, free)
Thrissur Zoo and Museum (2 hours, INR 30-100)
Kerala Sadhya (1 hour, INR 150-300)
Kozhikode Beach (2 hours, free)
Kozhikode Backwaters (3 hours, INR 500-1000)
Kozhikode Biryani (1 hour, INR 150-300)
Muzhappilangad Beach trek (2 hours, free)
Fort St. Angelo (1 hour, INR 20-50)
Theyyam performance (2 hours, free but donations appreciated)