10-Day Incredible Kerala Trip

1. Day 1: Explore Kochi
   Estimated time and distance from Cochin International Airport: 45 minutes (30 km)

   Visit Fort Kochi for some history and culture, see Chinese Fishing Nets and visit St. Francis Church, the oldest European-built church in India.

2. Day 2: Alleppey & Kumarakom
   Estimated time and distance from Kochi to Alleppey: 1 hour 30 mins (60 km)

   Take a houseboat ride in the backwaters of Alleppey or explore the beautiful bird sanctuary in Kumarakom.

3. Day 3: Periyar National Park
   Estimated time and distance from Kumarakom to Periyar National Park: 4 hours (150 km)

   Take a Jungle Safari in the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary where you can see elephants, tigers, and other rare species.

4. Day 4-5: Munnar Tea Plantations
   Estimated time and distance from Periyar National Park to Munnar: 3 hours 30 mins (110 km)

   Learn about tea-making, explore the lush green tea plantations and visit the scenic viewpoints in Munnar.

5. Day 6: Varkala Beach
   Estimated time and distance from Munnar to Varkala: 5 hours (200 km)

   Spend time on the sandy beaches, shop at the local markets and enjoy the serene ocean views of Varkala.

6. Day 7-8: Kovalam Beach
   Estimated time and distance from Varkala to Kovalam: 1 hour 30 mins (60 km)

   Take a leisurely walk on the beach and watch the majestic sunsets over the Arabian Sea in Kovalam.

7. Day 9: Trivandrum
   Estimated time and distance from Kovalam to Trivandrum: 30 mins (15 km)

   Visit the famous Padmanabhaswamy Temple, stroll through the lush green gardens of the Napier Museum or explore the Kuthira Malika Palace.

8. Day 10: End of trip
   Estimated time and distance from Trivandrum to Thiruvananthapuram Airport: 20 mins (10 km)

   Head back home with lots of memories and experiences from your incredible Kerala trip.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Houseboat ride in Alleppey (5-6 hours, INR 8,000)
• Entrance fee to Periyar National Park (INR 500)
• Tea factory visit and tea-making experience in Munnar (2-3 hours, INR 500)
• Padmanabhaswamy Temple visit in Trivandrum (1-2 hours, free)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 9,000

Useful Tips

If you have more time, don't miss out on the Athirapally Waterfalls, Top Station, and the beautiful beaches of Cherai and Marari. If you have less time, consider skipping either Alleppey or Kumarakom. The best time to visit is between September and March.