Explore the historic Fort Kochi Beach, home to the iconic Chinese Fishing Nets. Visit the 16th-century St. Francis Church, the oldest European Church in India. Take a walk along the Marine Drive promenade and enjoy a boat ride to witness the spectacular sunset.
Visit the exotic Periyar National Park, one of India's largest nature reserves. Take a boat ride on the serene Periyar Lake and spot the Asian elephants, tigers, and other wildlife. Enjoy the unique experience of bamboo rafting across the streams and enjoy the natural beauty of the park.
Visit the beautiful Varkala Beach, featuring mineral springs and cliffs overlooking the Arabian Sea. Explore the 2000-year-old Janardhana Swamy Temple and take a dip in the holy waters. Visit the lighthouse on top of the cliff, offering a panoramic view of the sea and beach.
Enjoy a serene boat ride on the famous backwaters of Alleppey. Spend the day on a traditional houseboat, cruising through the interconnected lagoons, canals, and rivers. Enjoy a delicious Kerala lunch served on the boat and witness the unique lifestyle of the people living along the backwaters.
For an extended trip, stay overnight on one of the houseboats along the backwaters of Alleppey. Visit the recommended places during the week to avoid the weekends' crowds. In the summer, stay hydrated and carry a hat and an umbrella to protect from heat stroke. Kerala gets rainy during the monsoon, so check the weather before visiting.