3-Day Family Friendly Kerala Itinerary in May 2023

  1. Day 1: Kochi
    30 minutes (20 km) from Cochin International Airport

    Kochi, also known as Cochin, is a vibrant city that blends the old with the new. Start your day by visiting the historic Fort Kochi, where you'll find the famous Chinese Fishing Nets and St. Francis Church, the oldest European church in India. After that, explore the colourful streets of Mattancherry and visit the Jewish Synagogue and the Dutch Palace. End your day with a Kathakali performance, a traditional dance-drama that tells stories from Indian mythology.

  2. Day 2: Munnar
    4 hours (130 km) from Kochi

    Munnar is a hill station in the Western Ghats known for its tea plantations, rolling hills, and beautiful landscapes. Start your day with a visit to the Mattupetty Dam and take a boat ride on the lake. After that, visit the Tea Museum and learn about the history and production of tea in the region. In the afternoon, take a hike in the Eravikulam National Park and see the endangered Nilgiri Tahr. End your day with a visit to the Top Station viewpoint for a stunning sunset.

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

    Alleppey, also known as Alappuzha, is a city located on the backwaters of Kerala. Start your day with a houseboat cruise through the canals and lagoons of the backwaters, where you'll see local life and beautiful scenery. After that, visit the Krishnapuram Palace and Museum, which showcases the history and art of the region. In the afternoon, relax on the Marari Beach and enjoy the sunset. End your day with a seafood dinner at one of the many local restaurants.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Chinese Fishing Nets (30 mins, free)
  • St. Francis Church (30 mins, free)
  • Jewish Synagogue (1 hour, ₹5 per person)
  • Dutch Palace (1 hour, ₹10 per person)
  • Kathakali Performance (2 hours, ₹300-500 per person)
  • Mattupetty Dam (1 hour, ₹20 per person)
  • Tea Museum (1 hour, ₹120 per person)
  • Eravikulam National Park (2-3 hours, ₹120 per person)
  • Top Station Viewpoint (1 hour, free)
  • Houseboat Cruise (4-5 hours, ₹7,000-10,000 per boat)
  • Krishnapuram Palace and Museum (1 hour, ₹20 per person)
  • Marari Beach (2-3 hours, free)
  • Seafood Dinner (1-2 hours, ₹500-1000 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹8,000-12,000 per person
0