10 Day Itinerary for Kerala

1. Day 1: Kochi Fort Kochi
   45 minutes (8 miles) from Cochin International Airport

   Explore the historic sites, Chinese fishing nets and the bustling local bazaars.

2. Day 2: Munnar Tea Estates and Eravikulam National Park
   3 hours (84 miles) from Kochi

   Visit the lush tea estates and national park to spot rare species of birds and animals.

3. Day 3: Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
   3 hours 30 minutes (111 miles) from Munnar

   Explore the thick forests and enjoy a boat ride through the sanctuary.

4. Day 4: Kumarakom and Alleppey Backwaters
   4 hours (115 miles) from Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

   Experience the famous backwaters of Kerala with a houseboat journey and visit the local fishing villages.

5. Day 5: Kovalam Beach
   4 hours (120 miles) from Alleppey Backwaters

   Relax and enjoy the beach while indulging in the seafood delicacies.

6. Day 6: Thiruvananthapuram Temple and Zoo
   30 minutes (10 miles) from Kovalam Beach

   Visit the famous Padmanabhaswamy temple and spot rare animals at the zoo.

7. Day 7: Kalaripayattu Martial Arts Performance
   4 hours (157 miles) from Thiruvananthapuram

   Experience the ancient martial art and learn about the culture of Kerala.

8. Day 8: Kannur Beach and St. Angelo Fort
   5 hours 30 minutes (194 miles) from Kalaripayattu performance

   Explore the local beaches and visit the historical fort.

9. Day 9: Wayanad Jungle and Waterfalls
   4 hours (122 miles) from Kannur Beach

   Experience the dense jungles and visit the beautiful waterfalls.

10. Day 10: Athirapally Waterfalls
    4 hours 30 minutes (130 miles) from Wayanad Jungle

    Visit the majestic waterfalls and enjoy the scenic beauty of Kerala.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Kochi Fort Kochi (2-3 hours, free entry)
• Munnar Tea Estates and Eravikulam National Park (1-2 days, entry fee INR 120 for adults)
• Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary (1 day, entry fee INR 500 for adults)
• Kumarakom and Alleppey Backwaters (1-2 days, houseboat rental starting from INR 8,000)
• Kovalam Beach (1-2 days, free entry)
• Thiruvananthapuram Temple and Zoo (3-4 hours, entry fee INR 150 for adults)
• Kalaripayattu Martial Arts Performance (2-3 hours, entry fee starting from INR 250)
• Kannur Beach and St. Angelo Fort (2-3 hours, free entry)
• Wayanad Jungle and Waterfalls (1 day, entry fee INR 200 for adults)
• Athirapally Waterfalls (1-2 hours, entry fee INR 40 for adults)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 9,260 - 10,660 ($123-141 USD)

Useful Tips

For extra time, consider visiting the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary or the historical temples in Thrissur. For less time, cut out Kalaripayattu Martial Arts Performance and Kannur's St. Angelo Fort.