7-Day Family Friendly Kerala Itinerary

1. Day 1: Kochi Fort
   30 minutes (12.9 km) from Cochin International Airport

   Explore the historic fort featuring a mix of Dutch, Portuguese, and British architecture. Visit St. Francis Church and Chinese Fishing Nets.

2. Day 2: Munnar Tea Plantations
   4 hours (130 km) drive from Kochi Fort

   Take a scenic drive to see sprawling tea plantations. Visit Tea Museum and enjoy tea tasting. Also, visit Eravikulam National Park, home to endangered Nilgiri Tahr goats.

3. Day 3: Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
   3 hours (91 km) drive from Munnar Tea Plantations

   Witness elephants, bison, deer, and more. In addition, take a boat ride on the artificial lake for a closer look at animals and the park's lush greenery.

4. Day 4: Varkala Beach
   5 hours (152 km) drive from Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

   Relax on the beautiful Varkala Beach. Take a dip in the Arabian Sea, enjoy a scenic view from the cliffs, and visit Janardanaswamy Temple.

5. Day 5: Alappuzha Backwaters
   2 hours (44 km) drive from Varkala Beach

   Take a houseboat tour of the serene backwaters of Alappuzha and explore traditional village life and paddy fields. Sample delicious local cuisine.

6. Day 6: Cherai Beach
   2 hours (54 km) drive from Alappuzha Backwaters

   Enjoy the picturesque views of the Arabian Sea and Chinese Fishing Nets. Take a stroll along the coastline with your family.

7. Day 7: Wonderla Amusement Park
   1 hour (22 km) drive from Cherai Beach

   End the trip with a day of fun and thrills at Kerala's largest amusement park with over 50 rides and attractions for all ages.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Kochi Fort (3-4 hours, free)
• Munnar Tea Plantations (8-10 hours, $10-15/person)
• Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary (3-4 hours, $5-10/person)
• Varkala Beach (3-4 hours, free)
• Alappuzha Backwaters (8-10 hours, $50-100/houseboat)
• Cherai Beach (3-4 hours, free)
• Wonderla Amusement Park (6-8 hours, $10-20/person)
• Total Estimated Costs: $75-155/person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting Thekkady, experiencing the spice plantations. For those with less time, consider visiting only a few places from this itinerary. Bring sunscreen, and comfortable walking shoes. Eat only in trusted places.