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Kerala Family-Friendly Itinerary in January 2024

  1. Day 1: Kochi
    45 minutes (22 miles) from Cochin International Airport

    In the morning, visit the Fort Kochi area and see the iconic Chinese Fishing Nets and the historic St. Francis Church. For lunch, head to Kayees Rahmathullah Hotel for some delicious Malabar cuisine. In the afternoon, take a ferry to the nearby island of Vypeen and enjoy the serene and less crowded beach. As the sun sets, watch a Kathakali dance performance which is a traditional Kerala art form.

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

    Wake up early and take a scenic drive to Munnar, a hill station known for its tea plantations. In the morning, visit the Tea Museum and learn about the process of tea-making. Have lunch at Rapsy Restaurant and enjoy the stunning views of the hills. In the afternoon, go for a hike in the Eravikulam National Park and see the endangered Nilgiri Tahr. As the day ends, watch the beautiful sunset from the Pothamedu View Point.

  3. Day 3: Alleppey
    4 hours (118 miles) from Munnar

    Start the day early and drive to Alleppey, known for its serene backwaters. In the morning, take a houseboat tour and see the beautiful waterways and the local way of life. For lunch, head to Dreamers Cafe and enjoy some seafood delicacies. In the afternoon, visit the Marari Beach and relax on the golden sands. As the day ends, watch the sunset while cruising on a traditional Shikara boat.

  4. Day 4: Kovalam
    4 hours (116 miles) from Alleppey

    Start the day early and drive to Kovalam, known for its beautiful beaches. In the morning, visit the Lighthouse Beach and take a dip in the Arabian Sea. For lunch, head to Curry Leaf Restaurant and enjoy some lip-smacking South Indian food. In the afternoon, visit the Samudra Beach and see the beautiful rock formations. As the sun sets, watch the sunset from the Hawa Beach and enjoy the lively atmosphere of the beachside shacks.

Recommendations

Other local attractions worth visiting are the Athirappilly Waterfalls, the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, and the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. For day trips, consider visiting the hill stations of Wayanad and Thekkady. To maximize your fun, try attending a traditional Onam festival and indulge in the local cuisine.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Fort Kochi (2-3 hours, free)
  • Kayees Rahmathullah Hotel (1 hour, INR 500)
  • Vypeen Island Ferry (1-2 hours, INR 10)
  • Kathakali Performance (1-2 hours, INR 500)
  • Tea Museum (1-2 hours, INR 150)
  • Rapsy Restaurant (1 hour, INR 500)
  • Eravikulam National Park (2-3 hours, INR 120)
  • Pothamedu View Point (1 hour, free)
  • Alleppey Houseboat Tour (4-5 hours, INR 5,000)
  • Dreamers Cafe (1 hour, INR 500)
  • Marari Beach (2-3 hours, free)
  • Shikara Boat Ride (1-2 hours, INR 1,000)
  • Lighthouse Beach (2-3 hours, free)
  • Curry Leaf Restaurant (1 hour, INR 500)
  • Samudra Beach (1-2 hours, free)
  • Hawa Beach (2-3 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 9,930

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