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Kerala 7-Day Itinerary

  1. Saturday July 22: Kochi
    1 hour 15 minutes (28.5 miles) from Kochi International Airport

    In the morning, explore the historic Fort Kochi area with its colonial architecture and Chinese fishing nets. Visit St. Francis Church, the oldest European church in India. In the afternoon, take a ferry to Willingdon Island and visit the Indo-Portuguese Museum. In the evening, enjoy a Kathakali dance performance.

    • Fort Kochi: Free, 3-4 hours
    • Indo-Portuguese Museum: 150 INR, 1-2 hours
    • Kathakali Dance Performance: 500-1000 INR, 1-2 hours
  2. Sunday July 23: Munnar
    3 hours 30 minutes (89.3 miles) from Kochi

    In the morning, visit the Tea Museum to learn about the history and process of tea production. Enjoy a scenic drive to Echo Point and take a walk in the lush green tea plantations. In the afternoon, explore the Mattupetty Dam and take a boat ride on the lake. In the evening, relax and savor a cup of freshly brewed tea.

    • Tea Museum: 75 INR, 1-2 hours
    • Echo Point: Free, 1-2 hours
    • Mattupetty Dam: 10 INR, 1-2 hours
  3. Monday July 24: Thekkady
    2 hours 45 minutes (68.2 miles) from Munnar

    Spend the morning exploring Periyar National Park, famous for its wildlife and guided jungle walks. Enjoy a boat ride on Periyar Lake and spot elephants, tigers, and other wildlife. In the afternoon, visit the spice plantations and learn about the various spices grown in the region. In the evening, attend a traditional martial arts performance.

    • Periyar National Park: 450 INR, 3-4 hours
    • Boat Ride on Periyar Lake: 225 INR, 1-2 hours
    • Spice Plantations: Free, 1-2 hours
    • Traditional Martial Arts Performance: 300-500 INR, 1-2 hours
  4. Tuesday July 25: Alleppey
    3 hours 30 minutes (85.7 miles) from Thekkady

    In the morning, embark on a backwater cruise on a traditional houseboat and enjoy the serene beauty of the backwaters. Feast on delicious Kerala cuisine prepared on board. In the afternoon, explore the quaint village of Kumarakom and visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. In the evening, relax by the Vembanad Lake and witness a beautiful sunset.

    • Backwater Cruise: 6000-9000 INR, 4-5 hours
    • Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary: 50 INR, 1-2 hours
  5. Wednesday July 26: Kovalam
    3 hours 45 minutes (102 miles) from Alleppey

    Start the day with a relaxing yoga session on the beautiful beaches of Kovalam. Visit the iconic Lighthouse Beach and indulge in water sports activities. In the afternoon, explore the Vizhinjam Fishing Harbor and interact with the local fishermen. In the evening, witness a mesmerizing Kathakali performance.

    • Yoga Session: 500-1000 INR, 1-2 hours
    • Water Sports Activities: 500-2000 INR, 2-3 hours
    • Vizhinjam Fishing Harbor: Free, 1-2 hours
    • Kathakali Performance: 500-1000 INR, 1-2 hours
  6. Thursday July 27: Varkala
    1 hour 30 minutes (34.9 miles) from Kovalam

    Visit the stunning Varkala Beach and relax on the golden sands. Take a dip in the natural mineral springs believed to have healing properties. Explore the ancient Janardanaswamy Temple and enjoy breathtaking views from the cliff-top. In the evening, witness a mesmerizing sunset over the Arabian Sea.

    • Varkala Beach: Free, 2-3 hours
    • Janardanaswamy Temple: Free, 1-2 hours
  7. Friday July 28: Thiruvananthapuram
    1 hour 10 minutes (29.9 miles) from Varkala

    In the morning, visit the iconic Padmanabhaswamy Temple and admire its intricate architecture. Explore the Napier Museum and Art Gallery to witness a vast collection of ancient artifacts and artworks. In the afternoon, take a stroll through the beautiful Kanakakkunnu Palace and its gardens. In the evening, enjoy a cultural performance at the Kerala Folklore Museum.

    • Padmanabhaswamy Temple: Free, 1-2 hours
    • Napier Museum and Art Gallery: 20 INR, 2-3 hours
    • Kanakakkunnu Palace: Free, 1-2 hours
    • Kerala Folklore Museum: 100-200 INR, 1-2 hours

Recommendations

If you have extra time, consider visiting the picturesque hill station of Wayanad or the beautiful beaches of Kozhikode. For day trips, you can explore the stunning Athirapally Waterfalls or take a boat ride in the scenic backwaters of Kumarakom.

To make the most of your money and have a lot of fun, try local street food, shop for traditional handicrafts, and interact with the friendly locals to get a deeper insight into Kerala's culture and traditions.

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