7-Day Itinerary for Kollam

1. Day 1: Kollam Beach
   10 minutes (2.5 km) from Kollam Railway Station

   A scenic beach with a lighthouse and plenty of stalls serving fresh seafood.

2. Day 2: Ashtamudi Lake
   40 minutes (15 km) from Kollam Beach

   A serene lake known for its backwaters and beautiful houseboats.

3. Day 3: Palaruvi Waterfalls
   1.5 hours (58 km) from Ashtamudi Lake

   Popular waterfall with a scenic trek leading to the top.

4. Day 4: Thirumullavaram Beach
   1 hour (31 km) from Palaruvi Waterfalls

   A serene beach with a temple and shaded areas perfect for picnics.

5. Day 5: Thevally Palace
   30 minutes (9 km) from Thirumullavaram Beach

   A palace built during the reign of Travancore kings with a large garden and museum.

6. Day 6: Sasthamkotta Lake
   30 minutes (17 km) from Thevally Palace

   A large freshwater lake known for its scenic views, boating, and bird-watching opportunities.

7. Day 7: Munroe Island
   50 minutes (21 km) from Sasthamkotta Lake

   A remote island with a rustic charm, known for its backwater cruises and prawn farming.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Kollam Beach (2 hours, Free)
• Ashtamudi Lake (3 hours, ₹1500 for a houseboat ride)
• Palaruvi Waterfalls (4 hours, ₹10 per person)
• Thirumullavaram Beach (2 hours, Free)
• Thevally Palace (2 hours, ₹25 per person)
• Sasthamkotta Lake (3 hours, Boating charges range from ₹500 - ₹2000 per hour)
• Munroe Island (5 hours, ₹1500 per person for backwater cruises)

Total Estimated Costs: ₹3025 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can visit other nearby attractions such as Varkala Beach, Amritapuri Ashram, and Jatayu Earth's Center. If you have less time, you can skip some of the locations or combine two locations in one day.