5-Day Itinerary in Kerala

  1. Day 1: Fort Kochi
    40 minutes (12 km) from Cochin International Airport

    Explore the rich history of Fort Kochi with visits to St. Francis Church, Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica, and the Dutch Palace. Walk around the picturesque Chinese fishing nets and enjoy dinner at one of the many seafood restaurants.

  2. Day 2: Munnar
    4 hours 40 minutes (130 km) from Fort Kochi

    Experience the rolling hills of Munnar with a visit to the Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, and the Tea Museum. Take a refreshing walk through the Eravikulam National Park where you can spot Nilgiri Tahr and other wildlife species.

  3. Day 3: Thekkady
    3 hours 20 minutes (88 km) from Munnar

    Discover the tropical evergreen and deciduous forests of Thekkady with a tour of the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. Experience a boat ride on the Periyar Lake and take in the scenic beauty of the forest. For adventure seekers, indulge in bamboo rafting and trekking in the forest.

  4. Day 4: Alleppey
    3 hours 10 minutes (110 km) from Thekkady

    Cruise through the backwaters of Alleppey with a traditional houseboat ride. Admire the lush green paddy fields and coconut groves while enjoying local cuisine on the boat. Relax and rejuvenate with a soothing Ayurvedic massage at one of the many spas in the area.

  5. Day 5: Kovalam
    4 hours 30 minutes (213 km) from Alleppey

    End your trip with some beach time at Kovalam. Take a dip in the Arabian Sea and indulge in water activities like surfing and parasailing. Visit the iconic lighthouse and enjoy the beautiful sunset with some delicious seafood at one of the beachside restaurants.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • St. Francis Church (1 hour, free)
  • Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica (1 hour, free)
  • Dutch Palace (1-2 hours, ₹5 for Indians, ₹100 for foreigners)
  • Chinese Fishing Nets (1 hour, free)
  • Mattupetty Dam (1-2 hours, ₹10 for adults, ₹5 for children)
  • Echo Point (1 hour, free)
  • Tea Museum (1-2 hours, ₹130 for adults, ₹90 for children)
  • Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary (3-4 hours, ₹45 for Indians, ₹450 for foreigners)
  • Periyar Lake Boat Ride (1.5 hours, ₹250 for Indians, ₹450 for foreigners)
  • Houseboat ride in Alleppey (20 hours, ₹8,000-₹10,000 for a 2-bedroom boat)
  • Ayurvedic massage (1 hour, ₹1,000-₹2,500)
  • Surfing (2 hours, ₹1,500-₹2,500)
Total Estimated Costs: ₹11,070-₹14,070

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a visit to Wayanad for trekking and wildlife sightings. If you have less time, skip Alleppey and spend an extra day in Munnar or Thekkady. November to February is the best time to visit Kerala for pleasant weather and less rainfall.

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