Kerala: 5-Day City Experiences Itinerary in May 2023

  1. Day 1: Kochi
    40 minutes (22.6 km) from Cochin International Airport

    Explore the Fort Kochi Beach and its famous Chinese fishing nets. Visit the Mattancherry Palace to see its unique architecture and Kerala murals. Walk through the streets of Jew Town, shop for interesting antiques and try some local Kerala cuisine at nearby restaurants

  2. Day 2: Munnar
    4.5 hours (129 km) from Kochi

    Experience the scenic drive to Munnar, the famous hill station of Kerala. Visit the Kolukkumalai tea estate and see the tea-making process. Hike to the Top Station viewpoint to get a breathtaking panoramic view of the Western Ghats. Relax and enjoy the beauty of the mountain range at the Echo Point

  3. Day 3: Alleppey
    4 hours (150 km) from Munnar

    Experience the peaceful backwaters of Kerala on a houseboat ride through the famous Alleppey canals. Visit the Alleppey Beach and its lighthouse. Take a walk through the Mullakkal Street market and buy some souvenirs to take home.

  4. Day 4: Kovalam
    3 hours (160 km) from Alleppey

    Visit the Kovalam Beach and enjoy the sea breeze and the beautiful sunset. Take a walk through the Halcyon Castle and get a glimpse of its magnificent architecture. Visit the Napier Museum and the Shri Padmanabhaswamy Temple to experience the cultural history of Kerala.

  5. Day 5: Thiruvananthapuram
    30 minutes (6 km) from Kovalam

    Visit the Kuthira Malika Palace Museum and get a taste of the traditional Kerala architecture. Visit the Kanakakunnu Palace and attend a cultural program to learn more about Kerala's art and culture. Take a walk through the Pazhavangadi Ganapathy Temple and take in the beauty of its architecture.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Fort Kochi Beach (1-2 hours, free)
  • Mattancherry Palace (1-2 hours, ₹5-10 per person)
  • Kolukkumalai tea estate (2-3 hours, ₹100-200 per person)
  • Houseboat ride (6-8 hours, ₹5,000-10,000 per boat)
  • Kovalam Beach (1-2 hours, free)
  • Napier Museum (2-3 hours, ₹20-50 per person)
  • Kuthira Malika Palace Museum (1-2 hours, ₹10-25 per person)
  • Cultural programs at Kanakakunnu Palace (2-3 hours, ₹500-1000 per person)
  • Pazhavangadi Ganapathy Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹5,635-11,285 per person
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