6-Day Romantic Honeymoon Itinerary in Kerala

  1. Day 1: Kochi
    45 minutes (36 km) from Cochin International Airport

    Explore the old colonial architecture of Fort Kochi, visit the iconic Chinese Fishing Nets and St. Francis Church. Enjoy a Kathakali Performance at the Kerala Kathakali Centre in the evening.

  2. Day 2: Alleppey
    1 hour 30 minutes (54 km) from Kochi

    Embark on a private houseboat cruise through the backwaters of Alleppey, marvel at the stunning scenery and enjoy the traditional Keralan meals served onboard. Spend the night anchored in the middle of the serene backwaters.

  3. Day 3: Kumarakom
    1 hour 30 minutes (44 km) from Alleppey

    Visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, take a boat ride to explore the labyrinthine backwaters and witness the toddy taping process in a nearby toddy shop. Spend the night relaxing at your luxurious resort.

  4. Day 4: Munnar
    4 hours 30 minutes (150 km) from Kumarakom

    Immerse yourself in the lush surroundings and tea gardens of Munnar with visits to the Mattupetty Dam, the Echo Point, the Kundala Lake, and the Top Station View Point. Take a guided tea factory tour and learn about the tea production process. Spend the night at your romantic tree house in the middle of the tea plantations.

  5. Day 5: Thekkady
    3 hours 30 minutes (91 km) from Munnar

    Explore the Periyar National Park, take a guided boat safari on the Periyar Lake, enjoy an elephant ride, and watch the martial art performance at Kadathanadan Kalari Centre. Spend the night at your hotel surrounded by the lush greenery of Thekkady.

  6. Day 6: Mararikulam
    4 hours (145 km) from Thekkady

    Enjoy the serenity and beauty of Mararikulam beach, take a romantic stroll along the palm-fringed shores, watch the sunset and enjoy a traditional Ayurvedic couple's massage. Spend the night at your private beach resort.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Chinese Fishing Nets and St. Francis Church (2 hours, free entry)
  • Kathakali Performance at Kerala Kathakali Centre (1.5 hours, £20 per person)
  • Private Houseboat Cruise in Alleppey (24 hours, £200)
  • Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary (2 hours, entry fee £7 per person)
  • Guided Tea Factory Tour in Munnar (1 hour, £10 per person)
  • Periyar National Park visit (4 hours, entry fee £12 per person)
  • Ayurvedic Couple's Massage in Mararikulam (1 hour, £40 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: £319 per person

Useful tips

If you have more time, don't miss out on a visit to the beautiful hill station of Wayanad and the charming town of Varkala. Alternatively, you could reduce the number of destinations to spend more time in each place. Remember to wear comfortable shoes and light clothing and carry a water bottle and insect repellent at all times.

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