Family-Friendly 4-Day Itinerary from Coimbatore to Kerala via Cochin and Munnar in May 2023

  1. Day 1: Cochin
    2 hours 50 minutes (85 miles) from Coimbatore

    Start your trip in Cochin, a vibrant city filled with historical landmarks. Visit the Mattancherry Palace, a Portuguese palace with stunning murals and antiques. Take a walk along Jew Town Road and discover unique souvenirs while exploring antique shops. End the day with a beautiful view of the sunset at Marine Drive and enjoy some local street food.

  2. Day 2: Munnar
    3 hours 30 minutes (87 miles) from Cochin

    Head to Munnar for breathtaking views of the tea plantations. Start your day with a visit to Mattupetty Dam to see the pristine waters surrounded by lush greenery. Then, visit Echo Point to hear your voice echoing through the valley. Be sure to visit a tea plantation to witness the tea making process and enjoy a cup of tea with a stunning view.

  3. Day 3: Munnar

    Explore the countryside of Munnar and take a scenic drive through the roads surrounded by hills. Then, head to Eravikulam National Park to see the endangered Nilgiri Tahr and enjoy a nature walk. In the evening, visit Top Station to witness the panoramic views of the stunning Western Ghats.

  4. Day 4: Cochin
    4 hours 10 minutes (90 miles) from Munnar

    Head back to Cochin for some last-minute shopping at Lulu Mall, one of India's largest malls with over 360 stores. Visit the Paradesi Synagogue, the oldest active synagogue in the Commonwealth of Nations. End your trip with a delicious seafood dinner while watching the live performance of Kathakali, a traditional dance-drama of Kerala.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Mattancherry Palace (1-2 hours, INR 30-100)
  • Jew Town Road (1-2 hours, varies)
  • Marine Drive (1-2 hours, varies)
  • Mattupetty Dam (1-2 hours, INR 15-20)
  • Echo Point (1-2 hours, INR 30-50)
  • Tea plantation visit (1-2 hours, varies)
  • Eravikulam National Park (3-4 hours, INR 135 per person)
  • Top Station (1-2 hours, INR 20 per person)
  • Lulu Mall (2-3 hours, varies)
  • Paradesi Synagogue (1-2 hours, INR 5 per person)
  • Kathakali show (1-2 hours, INR 300-500 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 680-1120 per person

Useful tips

For those with more time, consider visiting the beautiful beaches of Kerala such as Kovalam and Varkala. For those with less time, skip the tea plantation visit and the Kathakali show. Make sure to check the latest opening and closing times of the locations before planning your itinerary.

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