10-day Itinerary for Kallal

  1. Day 1: Visit the Kallal Fort
    20 minutes (9.5 miles) from Kallal Station

    Explore the Kallal Fort, an ancient 6-acre fort overlooking Kallal. Discover the rich history and architecture of the fort and enjoy a picturesque view of the town.

  2. Day 2: Cheraman Juma Masjid Mosque
    15 minutes (9.9 miles) from Kallal Fort

    Visit the Cheraman Juma Masjid Mosque, the oldest mosque in India. Familiarise yourself with its religious and cultural significance and admire the stunning Islamic architecture.

  3. Day 3: Guruvayur Temple
    1 hour 10 minutes (42.5 miles) from Cheraman Juma Masjid Mosque

    Visit the famous Guruvayur Temple, an important Hindu pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Krishna. Learn about Hindu culture and participate in the temple rituals and ceremonies.

  4. Day 4: Athirapally Waterfalls
    1 hour 20 minutes (42.9 miles) from Guruvayur Temple

    Discover the mesmerising and stunning Athirapally Waterfalls, the largest waterfalls in Kerala. Take a refreshing dip in the pools and enjoy a scenic picnic by the waterfall.

  5. Day 5: Muziris Heritage Site
    1 hour 30 minutes (51.4 miles) from Athirapally Waterfalls

    Explore the Muziris Heritage Site, a historical place that was the centre of spice trade in the ancient world. Get to know about the various cultures and religions that coexisted in the area.

  6. Day 6: Hill Palace Museum
    50 minutes (16.4 miles) from Muziris Heritage Site

    Visit the Hill Palace Museum, the largest archaeological museum in Kerala. Learn about the royal history of the kingdom of Kochi, and observe the outstanding collections from the royal family.

  7. Day 7: Walayar Dam
    1 hour 20 minutes (44.4 miles) from Hill Palace Museum

    Discover the Walayar Dam, a renowned and beautiful dam in the valley of Western Ghats. Witness the natural beauty of the area, and try some fishing and boating.

  8. Day 8: Cochin Jewish Synagogue
    2 hours (56.9 miles) from Walayar Dam

    Visit the Cochin Jewish Synagogue, the oldest synagogue in the Commonwealth. Observe the beautiful architecture, and learn about the history and culture of the Jews who migrated to Kerala.

  9. Day 9: Marari Beach
    2 hours 30 minutes (66.3 miles) from Cochin Jewish Synagogue

    Relax on the stunning Marari Beach, a picturesque 15km long beach in Alleppey. Enjoy swimming, sunbathing or taking a walk along the mesmerizing sea shore.

  10. Day 10: Kumarakom Backwaters
    1 hour (20.9 miles) from Marari Beach

    Take a backwater tour of Kumarakom, a serene and tranquil location in the middle of Vembanad Lake. Take a ride on a houseboat, and witness the charming aquatic life and green vegetation.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Kallal Fort (1 hour, Rs. 50)
  • Cheraman Juma Masjid Mosque (1 hour, Free entry)
  • Guruvayur Temple (2 hours, Free entry)
  • Athirapally Waterfalls (3 hours, Rs. 50)
  • Muziris Heritage Site (3 hours, Rs. 100)
  • Hill Palace Museum (2 hours, Rs. 30)
  • Walayar Dam (2 hours, Rs. 50)
  • Cochin Jewish Synagogue (1 hour, Rs. 5)
  • Marari Beach (3 hours, Free entry)
  • Kumarakom Backwaters (4 hours, Rs. 1,000)

  • Total Estimated Costs: Rs. 1,335

Useful Tips

If you have more time, explore the quaint and charming village of Fort Kochi, famous for its Portuguese, Dutch and British colonial influences. If you have less time, skip the Walayar Dam and Muziris Heritage Site.

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