3-Day Kerala Itinerary: A Perfect Vacation in the Land of Coconuts

  1. Day 1: Cochin Fort Kochi
    50 min (39.2 km) from Cochin International Airport

    Explore the magnificent historical treasure of Cochin Fort Kochi; Check out Mattancherry Palace Museum and the famous 16th-century synagogue; Take a walk to Chinese fishing nets, which operates only during sunrise and sunset; Shop for knick-knacks at local antique shops.

  2. Day 2: Munnar
    4 hours (126 km) from Cochin Fort Kochi

    Visit the beautiful tea gardens at Kolukkumalai, which are situated at a height of 8000 feet; Take a stroll in the Eravikulam National Park, where you can sight the endangered Nilgiri Tahr; Watch the sunset at Lakkam Waterfalls; Indulge in some traditional Kerela cuisine at the Rapsy Restaurant in Pothamedu.

  3. Day 3: Alleppey Backwaters
    2.5 hours (83.5 km) from Munnar

    In a traditional boat, enjoy a serene ride through the backwaters of Alleppey; Take a stop at the Marari Beach, where you can swim, sunbathe, or munch on some fresh seafood; Take part in the Alleppey fish auctioneering; Indulge in some ayurvedic spa and massage therapy at the Alleppey Ayurvedic Center.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Mattancherry Palace Museum (1-2 hours, INR 40)
  • 16th-century synagogue (1-2 hours, INR 5)
  • Chinese Fishing Nets (1-2 hours, Free)
  • Eravikulam National Park (3-4 hours, INR 120)
  • Lakkam Waterfalls (1-2 hours, INR 20)
  • Marari Beach (2-3 hours, Free)
  • Alleppey fish auctioneering (1-2 hours, Free)
  • Ayurvedic spa and massage therapy (1-2 hours, INR 2000-10,000)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 2,185-12,185

Useful Tips

If you have more time, add Kovalam to your itinerary, where you can try various water activities at the pristine beaches; If you have less time, skip Alleppey and add Thekkady to your trip, where you can witness the magnificent Periyar National Park; Plan your trip wisely, considering the best time to visit from October to February, when the weather is pleasant.

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