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5-Day City Experience Itinerary in Kerala, July 2023

  1. Day 1: Fort Kochi
    1 hour (13.3 miles) from Cochin International Airport

    In the morning, visit the historic Dutch Palace and the Jewish Synagogue. For lunch, try the popular seafood restaurants at Mattancherry. In the afternoon, stroll around the Fort Kochi Beach and take pictures with the iconic Chinese fishing nets. In the evening, watch a Kathakali dance performance at the Kerala Kathakali Centre.

  2. Day 2: Alleppey
    1 hour 30 minutes (53.3 miles) from Fort Kochi

    In the morning, visit the Alleppey Beach and take a dip in the Arabian Sea. Book a houseboat for the afternoon and savor a delicious Kerala-style lunch while cruising through the backwaters. In the evening, enjoy the sunset from the houseboat and listen to the songs of the birds.

  3. Day 3: Munnar
    4 hours (87.2 miles) from Alleppey

    In the morning, visit the Tea Museum and learn about the history of tea in India. Enjoy a cup of tea while admiring the panoramic views of the tea plantations. For lunch, try the local food at Saravana Bhavan. In the afternoon, hike to the Top Station and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Western Ghats. In the evening, relax in your hotel and enjoy the cool breeze.

  4. Day 4: Thiruvananthapuram
    4 hours 30 minutes (129.6 miles) from Munnar

    In the morning, visit the Padmanabhaswamy Temple and admire the Dravidian architecture. For lunch, try the famous Kerala-style biryani at Zam Zam. In the afternoon, visit the Napier Museum and Art Gallery and learn about the art and culture of Kerala. In the evening, watch a movie at the iconic Kripa Theatre.

  5. Day 5: Kovalam Beach
    30 minutes (10.8 miles) from Thiruvananthapuram

    In the morning, take a dip in the clear waters of the Kovalam Beach. For lunch, try the seafood at the Malabar Cafe. In the afternoon, visit the Halcyon Castle and learn about the history of the Travancore Royal Family. In the evening, watch the sunset and enjoy the cool breeze.

Recommendations

You should also consider visiting the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary in Thekkady, Athirapally Waterfalls near Thrissur, and the Bekal Fort in Kasaragod. A day trip to Varkala Beach, located 1 hour 30 minutes from Thiruvananthapuram, is also highly recommended. To maximize your fun, try the Ayurvedic massages and attend a cooking class to learn how to make traditional Kerala food.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Dutch Palace (1 hour, INR 5)
  • Jewish Synagogue (1 hour, INR 10)
  • Kathakali dance performance (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Houseboat rental (4 hours, INR 5000)
  • Tea Museum (1 hour, INR 200)
  • Top Station hike (2 hours, INR 100)
  • Padmanabhaswamy Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Napier Museum and Art Gallery (2 hours, INR 100)
  • Halcyon Castle (1 hour, INR 50)
  • Total Estimated Costs (per person): INR 5965

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