Two-Day Itinerary for Kerala in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Kochi
    30 minutes (22.2 km) from Cochin International Airport

    Kochi, also known as Cochin, is a port city in the southwest coast of India. Start your day with a visit to the Chinese Fishing Nets, an iconic symbol of Kochi's waterfront. Next, head to the Fort Kochi Beach for a relaxing morning stroll and a chance to see the beautiful Chinese-style fishing boats. Afterward, visit the Mattancherry Palace, a 16th-century Portuguese palace that houses beautiful murals and paintings. Finish your day at the Jew Town, a narrow street lined with shops selling antiques, spices, and handmade jewelry.

  2. Day 2: Munnar
    4 hours 30 minutes (120 km) from Kochi

    Munnar is a beautiful hill station in Kerala, known for its lush tea plantations and scenic views. Start your day by visiting the Munnar Tea Museum, a museum showcasing the history and evolution of tea plantations in the region. Next, head to the Eravikulam National Park, a wildlife sanctuary famous for its endangered Nilgiri Tahr. Afterward, visit the Mattupetty Dam, a beautiful dam surrounded by tea plantations and hills. End your day with a visit to Kundala Lake, a serene lake surrounded by lush greenery and rolling hills.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Chinese Fishing Nets (30 minutes, free)
  • Fort Kochi Beach (1 hour, free)
  • Mattancherry Palace (1 hour 30 minutes, INR 5 for Indians and INR 100 for foreigners)
  • Jew Town (2 hours, varies)
  • Munnar Tea Museum (1 hour, INR 120 for Indians and INR 400 for foreigners)
  • Eravikulam National Park (2-3 hours, INR 90 for Indians and INR 400 for foreigners)
  • Mattupetty Dam (1-2 hours, free)
  • Kundala Lake (1-2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 615 for Indians and INR 900 for foreigners
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