Exploring Kerala in 7 Days

1. Day 1: Fort Kochi
   1 hour (24 km) from Cochin International Airport

   Visit the famous Chinese Fishing nets, explore the colonial architecture, and indulge in local delicacies.

2. Day 2: Alleppey
   1 hour 15 minutes (53 km) from Fort Kochi

   Visit the serene backwaters on a houseboat, witness the coir-making process and enjoy the sunset on the beach.

3. Day 3: Munnar
   4 hours 17 minutes (128 km) from Alleppey

   Explore the manicured tea gardens, visit the Eravikulam National Park and spot Nilgiri Tahr.

4. Day 4: Thekkady
   3 hours 13 minutes (88 km) from Munnar

   Experience the wilderness with the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary jungle safari and indulge in Ayurvedic massages.

5. Day 5: Varkala
   3 hours 56 minutes (124 km) from Thekkady

   Relax on the stunning beach, visit the Janardhana Swami Temple, and do some shopping at the local bazaar.

6. Day 6: Kovalam
   1 hour 57 minutes (55 km) from Varkala

   Get to know the local culture at the Samudra Beach Park, visit the mesmerizing Padmanabhaswamy Temple, and indulge in seafood.

7. Day 7: Thiruvananthapuram
   28 minutes (11.7 km) from Kovalam

   Visit the interesting exhibits at the Napier Museum, explore the beautiful Kuthira Malika Palace, and end with a visit to the spectacular Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Chinese Fishing Nets (1 hour, Free)
• Houseboat Ride in Alleppey (4-5 hours, INR 9000-15000)
• Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary Jungle Safari (3 hours, INR 500-1000)
• Massages in Thekkady (1-2 hours, INR 1000-3000)
• Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Kovalam (1 hour, Free)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 11,500 - 19,000

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting Wayanad, Thrissur, or Kumarakom. For less time, remove Varkala or stay there for a shorter duration.