Start your trip by exploring the historic harbor city of Fort Kochi. Take a guided Heritage Walk where you can marvel at the Portuguese, Dutch, and British architecture of the city. Walkthrough the Jewish streets of Mattancherry and learn about the spice trade history of the area. Grab some delicious street food at the local markets before ending your day enjoying the mesmerizing sunset at the Chinese Fishing Nets.
Visit the serene and breathtakingly beautiful Munnar Tea Plantations and witness firsthand how tea is made. Take a stroll among the lush green tea fields, and watch the local women workers plucking tea leaves. Visit a tea factory that does tea processing and tasting sessions. If you have more time, go on a nature trail or try your luck with some adventure sports like rock climbing and mountain biking.
End your trip with a relaxing Backwater Cruise in Alleppey. Cruise through the serene canals, enjoying the lush greenery and local village life. Marvel at the traditional Keralan architecture while floating blissfully through the backwaters. Indulge in some hot and spicy Keralan cuisine and unwind at the end of a fantastic trip.
If you have more time, explore the famous beaches of Kovalam or try traditional Keralan Ayurvedic massage and spa treatments. If you have less time, you can skip the heritage walk and directly go to the backwaters for a relaxing day out. Kerala is a well-connected state, and you can easily hire a taxi or rent a car to move about the city.