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Kerala Family-Friendly 7-Day Itinerary in December 2023

  1. Day 1: Fort Kochi
    1 hour 5 minutes (21.7 miles) from Cochin International Airport

    Explore the colorful streets of Fort Kochi in the morning, take a relaxing boat ride in the afternoon to spot dolphins and indulge in delicious seafood for dinner.

  2. Day 2: Munnar
    4 hours 22 minutes (91.3 miles) from Fort Kochi

    Visit the tea plantations in the morning, go on a fun-filled elephant safari in the afternoon and watch the famous Kathakali dance performance in the evening.

  3. Day 3: Thekkady
    2 hours 46 minutes (72 miles) from Munnar

    Take a nature walk in the morning, spot the exotic wildlife at Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary in the afternoon and shop for spices in the evening.

  4. Day 4: Alleppey
    3 hours 13 minutes (86.3 miles) from Thekkady

    Enjoy a tranquil morning with a houseboat ride along the backwaters, visit St. Mary's Forane Church in the afternoon and savor the delicious local cuisine in the evening.

  5. Day 5: Kovalam
    3 hours 19 minutes (103 miles) from Alleppey

    Relax on the beaches of Kovalam in the morning, visit the nearby lighthouse in the afternoon and enjoy a rejuvenating Ayurvedic massage in the evening.

  6. Day 6: Varkala
    1 hour 18 minutes (37.4 miles) from Kovalam

    Spend the morning lazing around on the beautiful beach, visit the Sivagiri Mutt in the afternoon and indulge in some delicious seafood in the evening.

  7. Day 7: Trivandrum
    46 minutes (10.5 miles) from Varkala

    Explore the Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple in the morning, visit the Napier Museum in the afternoon and shop for souvenirs at Chalai Bazaar in the evening.

Recommendations

Don't miss a visit to the Athirappilly Waterfalls, a day trip to the hill station of Wayanad, and try some local street food at the numerous stalls across the state. Maximise your fun by taking part in some adventure activities such as bamboo rafting, rock climbing, and trekking.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Fort Kochi (1 day, free)
  • Munnar (2 days, INR 7,500)
  • Thekkady (1 day, INR 3,000)
  • Alleppey (1 day, INR 5,000)
  • Kovalam (1 day, INR 3,500)
  • Varkala (1 day, INR 2,000)
  • Trivandrum (1 day, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 21,000
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