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Varkala Foodie Itinerary - 3 Days

  1. Day 1: Varkala Beach
    1 hour 34 minutes (35.8 miles) from Trivandrum International Airport

    Varkala Beach is a stunning beach located in the heart of Varkala. Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Darjeeling Cafe where you can enjoy cafe-style breakfast options like pancakes, eggs benedict and a cup of Darjeeling tea with a view of the sea. After breakfast, take a dip in the ocean and relax on the beach. For lunch, head over to Abba Restaurant for some delicious seafood dishes like grilled fish and prawns. In the afternoon, explore the local shops and boutiques in the Varkala Cliff area. In the evening, watch the sunset while enjoying drinks and dinner at Cafe Italiano.

  2. Day 2: Janardhana Swami Temple
    10 minutes (1.7 miles) from Varkala Beach

    Start your day early with a South Indian breakfast at Coffee Temple. Try their dosa, idli, and filter coffee. After breakfast, head over to Janardhana Swami Temple, one of the oldest temples in Kerala. Explore the temple and its intricate carvings and architecture. For lunch, head over to The Juice Shack for some healthy and refreshing juices and salads. In the afternoon, take a walk through the Varkala Tunnel, a 924 ft long tunnel built in 1867. In the evening, enjoy some seafood and cocktails at The Bait, a beachfront restaurant with stunning views of the Arabian Sea.

  3. Day 3: Kappil Beach
    24 minutes (6.5 miles) from Janardhana Swami Temple

    Start your day with a western-style breakfast at Mamma Mia. Try their pancakes, smoothie bowls, and fresh juices. After breakfast, head over to Kappil Beach, a serene and peaceful beach located away from the hustle and bustle of Varkala. For lunch, head over to Theeram Restaurant for some delicious Kerala-style biryani and fish curry. In the afternoon, take a boat ride on the backwaters of Kappil Lake. In the evening, enjoy dinner and drinks at Sky Lounge, a rooftop restaurant with stunning views of the lake and the sea.

Recommendations

Don't miss out on the authentic Ayurvedic massages and treatments available in Varkala. You can also take a day trip to the nearby Ponmudi Hill Station for a scenic drive, trekking, and bird watching. To maximize your fun, consider taking a cooking class to learn how to make traditional Kerala cuisine.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Darjeeling Cafe (breakfast) - 1 hour, £5-10
  • Abba Restaurant (lunch) - 1 hour, £10-20
  • Cafe Italiano (dinner) - 2 hours, £20-30
  • Coffee Temple (breakfast) - 1 hour, £5-10
  • The Juice Shack (lunch) - 1 hour, £5-10
  • The Bait (dinner) - 2 hours, £15-25
  • Mamma Mia (breakfast) - 1 hour, £5-10
  • Theeram Restaurant (lunch) - 1 hour, £5-10
  • Sky Lounge (dinner) - 2 hours, £20-30
  • Total Estimated Costs - 12 hours, £80-155

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