Fort Kochi is a historic town in Kochi city with narrow bustling streets, colonial houses and stunning views of the Arabian sea. Visit the iconic Chinese fishing nets, the St. Francis Church, the Fort Kochi Beach, the Dutch Palace, and shop at the spice markets. Wind up the day at Greenix village with an enchanting performance of traditional Kerala art forms.
Drive to Thekkady to visit the **Periyar National Park** and Tiger Reserve. Take a boat ride in the Periyar Lake, home to many species of birds and animals. After lunch, proceed to Munnar, a hill station nestled in the Western Ghats. On the way, visit the Cheeyappara and Valara waterfalls. Reach Munnar by evening and watch the sunset at the **Top Station** or **Echo Point**.
Spend the day at Alleppey, the Venice of the East. Go for a ride in the famous **houseboats** in the backwaters and experience the rural life of Kerala. Visit **Pathiramanal Island**, a small uninhabited island in the Vembanad lake. Explore the Coir factories and walk through the paddy fields. In the evening, visit the Alappuzha beach to watch the sunset.
Add more activities in Thekkady like elephant safaris, spice plantation visits or border hiking if you have more time. For those who have less time, skip either Thekkady or Munnar, based on your interests.