6-Day Family Friendly Kerala Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Kochi
    Arrive at Kochi (Cochin) International Airport (COK)
    Drive to Fort Kochi (1 hour 30 mins/36 km)

    Visit the Fort Kochi Beach and take a walk along the promenade. Explore the Chinese Fishing Nets and learn about their history. Watch a traditional Kathakali dance performance in the evening.

  2. Day 2: Munnar
    Travel from Kochi to Munnar (3 hours 15 mins/125 km)

    Explore the scenic tea plantations and learn about tea processing at the Tata Tea Museum. Go on a trek in the Anamudi Peak to enjoy panoramic views. Take a nature walk in the Eravikulam National Park to spot the endangered Nilgiri Tahr.

  3. Day 3: Thekkady
    Travel from Munnar to Thekkady (3 hours 30 mins/106 km)

    Take a guided spice plantation tour to experience the aroma of Indian spices. Visit the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary to spot elephants and other animals. Go for a boat ride in the Periyar Lake to witness the scenic beauty of the place.

  4. Day 4: Alleppey
    Travel from Thekkady to Alleppey (3 hours 30 mins/138 km)

    Embark on a houseboat cruise through the backwaters of Kerala. Enjoy the serene ambience and watch the traditional way of life of the people living on the banks of the river. Visit the Alleppey Beach in the evening and enjoy the sunset along with delicious seafood.

  5. Day 5: Kovalam
    Travel from Alleppey to Kovalam (4 hours 30 mins/160 km)

    Visit the Poovar Island to witness the beautiful mangrove forests, and the estuary where the river meets the sea. Relax on the Kovalam Beach and take a rejuvenating Ayurvedic Spa session. Enjoy a mesmerizing sunset at the Lighthouse Beach.

  6. Day 6: Trivandrum
    Travel from Kovalam to Trivandrum (30 mins/14 km)

    Visit the ancient Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Trivandrum. Explore the Napier Museum and Art Gallery to witness the beautiful architecture and display of traditional Kerala art. Shop for souvenirs at the Chalai Bazaar.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Chinese Fishing Nets (Free)
  • Kathakali Dance Performance (1 hour, INR 500 per person)
  • Tata Tea Museum (1 hour, INR 250 per person)
  • Anamudi Peak Trek (3 hours, INR 2000 per person)
  • Eravikulam National Park (2 hours, INR 220 per person)
  • Spice Plantation Tour (1 hour, INR 100 per person)
  • Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary (3 hours, INR 1250 per person)
  • Boat Ride in Periyar Lake (2 hours, INR 250 per person)
  • Houseboat Cruise (21 hours, INR 10,000 per night for two)
  • Ayurvedic Spa Session (2 hours, INR 4000 per person)
  • Napier Museum and Art Gallery (1 hour, INR 20 per person)
  • Chalai Bazaar (1 hour, Cost varies based on purchase)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 16,110 for two people

Useful Tips

If you have more time, add a visit to the Athirapally Waterfalls and the Varkala Beach. If you have less time skip Kovalam beach and Ayurvedic Spa session. These can be replaced with a visit to the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary and a Kalaripayattu performance.

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