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Kerala, Kanyakumari, Rameshvaram - 7 Day Family Friendly Itinerary (October 2023)

  1. Day 1: Arrival in Kochi
    0 minutes from Kochi International Airport

    In the morning, visit the Mattancherry Palace to view beautiful murals and artifacts. In the afternoon, head to the Fort Kochi Beach to watch the Chinese fishing nets in action. In the evening, experience a Kathakali dance performance at a local theatre.

  2. Day 2: Alleppey
    53 kilometers (1.5 hours) from Kochi

    Take a relaxing houseboat ride through the backwaters of Alleppey in the morning. In the afternoon, visit the Alappuzha Beach or the Mullakkal Temple. In the evening, enjoy a delicious seafood dinner at a local restaurant.

  3. Day 3: Kovalam
    159 kilometers (3.5 hours) from Alleppey

    Spend the morning relaxing on the beautiful Kovalam Beach. In the afternoon, visit the Halcyon Castle or the Vizhinjam Lighthouse. In the evening, enjoy fresh coconut water and street food at the beachside stalls.

  4. Day 4: Kanyakumari
    86 kilometers (2.5 hours) from Kovalam

    Start your morning by watching the sunrise from the Vivekananda Rock Memorial. Visit the Thiruvalluvar Statue and the Kanyakumari Temple in the afternoon. In the evening, enjoy the sunset from the Kanyakumari Beach.

  5. Day 5: Madurai
    244 kilometers (4.5 hours) from Kanyakumari

    Visit the Meenakshi Amman Temple in the morning, a beautiful Hindu temple that attracts thousands of visitors daily. In the afternoon, explore the Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace or the Gandhi Memorial Museum. In the evening, head to the local bazaar for some souvenir shopping.

  6. Day 6: Rameshwaram
    174 kilometers (3.5 hours) from Madurai

    Visit the Ramanathaswamy Temple, one of the most significant pilgrimage sites for Hindus, in the morning. In the afternoon, take a dip in the Agni Theertham, a sacred bathing spot in the sea. In the evening, explore the local market and try the local delicacies.

  7. Day 7: Departure from Madurai
    174 kilometers (3.5 hours) from Rameshwaram

    Depart for Kochi or Madurai airport for your flight back home!

Recommendations

Consider visiting the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary in Thekkady or the Athirapally Waterfalls in Thrissur if you have extra time. You could also take a day trip to Munnar, known for its scenic tea plantations. For a fun family activity, take a traditional canoe ride through the narrow canals of Kumarakom.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Mattancherry Palace (1-2 hours, INR 5-100)
  • Fort Kochi Beach (1-2 hours, Free)
  • Kathakali Dance Performance (2-3 hours, INR 350-500)
  • Alleppey Houseboat Ride (4-5 hours, INR 5000-10,000)
  • Alappuzha Beach (1-2 hours, Free)
  • Mullakkal Temple (1-2 hours, Free)
  • Kovalam Beach (2-3 hours, Free)
  • Halcyon Castle (1-2 hours, INR 10-50)
  • Vizhinjam Lighthouse (1-2 hours, INR 10-50)
  • Vivekananda Rock Memorial (1-2 hours, INR 10-50)
  • Thiruvalluvar Statue (1-2 hours, Free)
  • Kanyakumari Temple (1-2 hours, Free)
  • Meenakshi Amman Temple (2-3 hours, Free)
  • Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace (1-2 hours, INR 10-50)
  • Gandhi Memorial Museum (1-2 hours, INR 10-50)
  • Ramanathaswamy Temple (1-2 hours, Free)
  • Agni Theertham (1-2 hours, Free)
  • Local Market Shopping (1-2 hours, INR 100-1000)
  • Flight Prices and Hotel Bookings (Check Here)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 6,000-16,000
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