Five-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Munnar, Cochin, Thekkady, and Alleppey

  1. Day 1: Munnar
    2 hours (63 km) from Cochin

    Explore the beautiful colonial hill town of Munnar, nestled in the misty mountains of Kerala. Visit the Mattupetty Dam, stunning tea gardens, and the Eravikulam National Park to see endangered Nilgiri Thar.

  2. Day 2: Cochin
    4 hours (125 km) from Thekkady

    Discover the cultural hub of Kerala, Cochin, and visit the Jewish Synagogue, Santa Cruz Basilica, and the Dutch Palace. Explore the famous spice markets and enjoy some authentic Keralan cuisine.

  3. Day 3: Thekkady
    4 hours (146 km) from Alleppey

    Experience the untamed wilderness of Thekkady and visit the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. Take a boat ride on the Periyar Lake or go trekking in the forest to spot exotic flora and fauna.

  4. Day 4: Alleppey
    4 hours (147 km) from Munnar

    Embark on a serene and scenic ride through the picturesque backwaters of Kerala on a houseboat. Enjoy the natural beauty, bird-watching, and authentic local food while cruising along the canals and lagoons.

  5. Day 5: Cochin
    2 hours (64 km) from Alleppey

    Wrap up the trip with some shopping and last-minute sightseeing in Cochin. Take a stroll along the Marine Drive Promenade and catch a sunset while sipping some fresh coconut water at the beach.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Mattupetty Dam (1 hour, free)
  • Eravikulam National Park (2 hours, INR 120 for adults, INR 90 for children)
  • Jewish Synagogue (1 hour, INR 5 for entry)
  • Santa Cruz Basilica (1 hour, free)
  • Dutch Palace (1 hour, INR 5 for entry)
  • Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary (3 hours, INR 40 for entry)
  • Houseboat cruise (6-8 hours, INR 10,000 for a 2-bedroom houseboat)
  • Marine Drive Promenade (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 10,160 (excluding optional activities and meals)

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a visit to the beautiful hill station of Vagamon or the picturesque Marari Beach to your itinerary. If you have less time, you can skip Thekkady and head straight to Alleppey from Munnar. Don't forget to try some delicious Keralan snacks like puttu, appam, and idiyappam along the way.

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