Explore the rich history of Fort Kochi with a visit to St. Francis Church, the oldest European church in India, and the Dutch Palace. Wind up the day watching a beautiful sunset and Chinese fishing nets at the beach.
Embark on a relaxing houseboat cruise through Kerala's beautiful backwaters, locally known as Kettuvallam. Soak in the scenic natural beauty of paddy fields, coconut palms and the local life on the way. End the day with a delightful seafood dinner on the boat.
Visit the Periyar National Park and experience the wildlife of Kerala. Take a boat safari on the Periyar Lake and spot elephants, tigers, and other animals. Don't forget to shop for some fragrant spices that the park is famous for.
Take a scenic road trip to Munnar, the tea-plantation heaven of Kerala. The highlight of the day is visiting a tea museum and estate to learn about the process of tea-making and tasting the delicious tea.
End the trip with a relaxing day soaking up the sun and enjoying the ocean breeze at Alleppey beach. Don't miss the chance to take a rejuvenating Ayurvedic massage before you head back home.
If you have more time, consider adding a visit to the Athirappilly Waterfalls, a trek through the Western Ghats, or a visit to the gorgeous Kumarakom bird sanctuary. If you have less time, remove the visit to the tea museum and estate or Fort Kochi.