Kerala Road Trip Honeymoon Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Cochin Airport to Munnar (130 km)
    3 hours and 30 minutes by car

    Enjoy the scenic drive from Cochin to Munnar. Visit the Cheeyappara Waterfalls on the way and explore the tea gardens upon arrival.

  2. Day 2: Munnar to Thekkady (90 km)
    3 hours by car

    Experience a morning elephant ride and visit the Mattupetty Dam before departing for Thekkady. Spend the evening aboard a romantic boat ride on Periyar Lake.

  3. Day 3: Thekkady to Alleppey (140 km)
    4 hours and 40 minutes by car

    Drive through spice plantations en route to Alleppey known as the Venice of the East. Check into a houseboat and cruise through Alleppey Backwaters.

  4. Day 4: Alleppey to Kovalam (160 km)
    4 hours and 10 minutes by car

    Leave Alleppey and drive to Kovalam Beach. Relax on the beach during the day and hit the bars at night.

  5. Day 5: Kovalam to Varkala (68 km)
    2 hours and 30 minutes by car

    Head towards the serene Varkala Beach. Explore the town's streets, do some shopping and view the amazing cliffs and lighthouse views.

  6. Day 6: Varkala to Cochin (170 km)
    4 hours and 40 minutes by car

    Get set back to Cochin, stop over Anjuthengu Fort and st. Thomas Syrian Catholic Church at Azheekkal. Freshen up and head out in the evening for a romantic Harbour Cruise ride and witness the beautiful sunset.

  7. Day 7: Cochin sightseeing tour and departure
    2 hours by car

    Check out from the hotel and proceed for a city tour in Cochin. Visit the famous Jewish Synagogue, Chinese Fishing Nets and Santa Cruz Basilica before heading to the airport for your departure.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Elephant Ride (1 hour, INR 500)
  • Romantic Boat Ride on Periyar Lake (2 hours, INR 2300)
  • Houseboat in Alleppey (1 day, INR 7000-15000)
  • Harbour Cruise Ride in Cochin (1 hour, INR 2200)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 16,000-22,000*

*Please note that the total cost does not include car rental, food or accommodation.

Useful Tips

For travelers with more time, add an extra day at Kovalam and explore nearby beaches like Samudra Beach. If you have less time, leave out the Varkala leg and proceed straight to Cochin via Alleppey.

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