Family-Friendly 6-Day Itinerary for Kerala in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Kochi
    30 minutes (23 km) from Cochin International Airport

    Start your trip in Kochi, also known as the Queen of the Arabian Sea. Visit the Mattancherry Palace, also known as the Dutch Palace, to see the beautiful murals and frescoes depicting the rich history of Kochi. Stop by the Paradesi Synagogue, one of the oldest active synagogues in the Commonwealth of Nations, and take a stroll at the Fort Kochi beach to end your day.

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

    Head over to Munnar, a picturesque hill station that's home to tea plantations and lush greenery. Visit the Pothamedu View Point to catch the sunrise and experience the beauty of the tea gardens. Take a walk at the beautiful Attukad Waterfalls and enjoy a cup of tea at one of the many tea shops in Munnar.

  3. Day 3: Thekkady
    3 hours (91 km) from Munnar

    Make your way to Thekkady, a beautiful town located in the Periyar National Park. Go on a jungle safari and spot some elephants, tigers, and other wildlife. Visit the Periyar Lake and take a boat ride to witness the beautiful flora and fauna of the park. End your day with a traditional Kathakali dance performance.

  4. Day 4: Alleppey
    3 hours 30 minutes (138 km) from Thekkady

    Alleppey, also known as the Venice of the East, is famous for its backwaters and houseboats. Take a relaxing houseboat ride and witness the beauty of the backwaters and the local life along the river. Visit the Alleppey Beach and enjoy some fresh seafood at one of the beachside restaurants.

  5. Day 5: Kumarakom
    1 hour 30 minutes (47 km) from Alleppey

    Head over to Kumarakom, a beautiful village located on the banks of Lake Vembanad. Visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary and witness a variety of migratory birds. Take a relaxing Ayurvedic spa treatment and rejuvenate your mind and body. End your day with a sunset cruise on Lake Vembanad.

  6. Day 6: Kovalam
    3 hours 30 minutes (176 km) from Kumarakom

    End your trip in Kovalam, a beautiful beach town located in Thiruvananthapuram. Visit the Kovalam Beach and relax under the sun. Take a walk at the Lighthouse Beach and visit the Vizhinjam Rock Cut Cave Temple to witness the rich history of the town. End your day with a delicious seafood dinner at one of the many beachside restaurants.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Mattancherry Palace (1 hour, ₹5)
  • Paradesi Synagogue (30 minutes, ₹5)
  • Fort Kochi Beach (1 hour, free)
  • Pothamedu View Point (1 hour, free)
  • Attukad Waterfalls (1 hour, free)
  • Periyar National Park (3 hours, ₹500)
  • Periyar Lake Boat Ride (2 hours, ₹225)
  • Kathakali Dance Performance (1 hour, ₹300)
  • Alleppey Houseboat Ride (4 hours, ₹10,000)
  • Alleppey Beach (1 hour, free)
  • Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary (2 hours, ₹50)
  • Ayurvedic Spa Treatment (2 hours, ₹2,000)
  • Lake Vembanad Sunset Cruise (2 hours, ₹1,000)
  • Kovalam Beach (2 hours, free)
  • Lighthouse Beach (1 hour, free)
  • Vizhinjam Rock Cut Cave Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹14,090
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