5-Day Kerala Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Cochin Fort Kochi
    1-hour drive (16 miles) from Cochin International Airport

    Explore the Fort Kochi area, home to many fascinating landmarks such as the Chinese Fishing Nets, St. Francis Church, and the Dutch Cemetery. Take a stroll along the beaches and visit the Mattancherry Palace, a well-preserved example of traditional Kerala architecture and art.

  2. Day 2: Munnar Tea Gardens
    4-hours drive (81 miles) from Cochin Fort Kochi

    Visit Munnar Tea Gardens and learn about tea production from the people who cultivate it. This place gives a refreshing feeling in a serene and picturesque environment surrounded by the hills and the characteristic tea gardens of Munnar.

  3. Day 3: Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
    3-hour drive (63 miles) from Munnar Tea Gardens

    Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is famous for its diverse flora and fauna. Take a guided tour to spot elephants, tigers, leopards, and other exotic animals that inhabit this area. You can also enjoy a boat ride in the Periyar Lake and soak up the beautiful scenery.

  4. Day 4: Kovalam Beach
    5-hour drive (123 miles) from Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

    Relax and unwind at Kovalam Beach, famous for its pristine beaches with golden sand, and serene environs. You can indulge in many water sports activities like surfing, parasailing, and water skiing, or enjoy a soothing Ayurvedic massage at one of the spas dotting the coastline.

  5. Day 5: Alleppey Backwaters
    4-hour drive (87 miles) from Kovalam Beach

    Board a traditional houseboat and sail through the serene and scenic backwaters of Alleppey. Take in the tranquil surrounds and observe the day-to-day life of the locals living on the banks of the waterways. The ideal way to end your Kerala trip!

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Fort Kochi (2-3 hours, free)
  • Munnar Tea Gardens (3-4 hours, ₹400 to ₹600 per person)
  • Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary (4-5 hours, ₹450 to ₹750 per person)
  • Kovalam Beach (3-4 hours, free)
  • Alleppey Backwaters (5-8 hours, ₹5000 to ₹9000 for a houseboat)
  • Total Estimated Costs : ₹5,850 - ₹10,350 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, then consider adding Thekkady, Cherai Beach, and Athirapally Waterfalls to your itinerary. If you have less time, then consider skipping one or two destinations and spending more time exploring others. Make sure you check the opening and closing times of all destinations beforehand and wear comfortable clothing and shoes as you will be doing a lot of walking.

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