4-Day Adventure Itinerary: Kottayam, Vagamon, Alappuzha, Kochi - June 2023

  1. Day 1: Vagamon
    1.5 hours (41 miles) from Kottayam

    Start your adventure with a visit to the picturesque hill station of Vagamon. The rolling hills, green meadows, and pine forests provide the perfect backdrop for adventure activities such as paragliding and trekking. You can also explore the Kurisumala Ashram, Thangal Para Viewpoint, and Vagamon Pine Forest. Don't miss a visit to the Vagamon Orchidarium and Floriculture Project, which houses a wide variety of orchids and other exotic flowers.

  2. Day 2: Alappuzha
    3 hours (76 miles) from Vagamon

    Alappuzha, also known as Alleppey, is a scenic backwater destination with a network of canals, lagoons, and lakes. Start your day with a peaceful houseboat ride through the backwaters and witness the unique lifestyle of the locals. You can also visit the Alappuzha Beach, Marari Beach, and Krishnapuram Palace. For adventure, head to the Pathiramanal Island, where you can indulge in activities like birdwatching and fishing.

  3. Day 3: Kochi
    1.5 hours (38 miles) from Alappuzha

    Explore the historic city of Kochi, which has been a hub for traders and explorers since ancient times. Visit the Mattancherry Palace, St. Francis Church, and the Jewish Synagogue in the Jew Town. For adventure, check out the Cherai Beach, where you can indulge in water sports such as surfing, parasailing, and jet skiing. You can also take a cruise through the Kochi backwaters and witness the stunning Chinese fishing nets in action.

  4. Day 4: Kottayam
    2.5 hours (58 miles) from Kochi

    End your adventure with a visit to Kottayam, a scenic town surrounded by hills and backwaters. Start your day with a visit to the Vembanad Lake, the largest lake in Kerala, and take a leisurely boat ride. You can also visit the Ettumanoor Mahadeva Temple, a famous Hindu temple known for its beautiful murals and architecture. For adventure, head to the Ilaveezhapoonchira, a hill station known for its trekking trails and natural beauty.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kurisumala Ashram (2 hours, Free)
  • Thangal Para Viewpoint (1 hour, Free)
  • Vagamon Pine Forest (2 hours, Free)
  • Vagamon Orchidarium and Floriculture Project (1 hour, INR 50)
  • Houseboat Ride in Alappuzha (6 hours, INR 5000)
  • Alappuzha Beach (2 hours, Free)
  • Pathiramanal Island (3 hours, INR 1000)
  • Mattancherry Palace (1 hour, INR 5)
  • St. Francis Church (1 hour, Free)
  • Jewish Synagogue (1 hour, INR 5)
  • Cherai Beach (3 hours, INR 500)
  • Kochi Backwater Cruise (2 hours, INR 1000)
  • Vembanad Lake Boat Ride (2 hours, INR 1500)
  • Ettumanoor Mahadeva Temple (2 hours, Free)
  • Ilaveezhapoonchira Trekking (4 hours, INR 500)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 10,560
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