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4-Day Kerala Itinerary (September 2023) - Family Friendly

  1. Day 1: Cochin
    30 minutes (23.4 km) from Cochin International Airport

    Begin your Kerala trip with a visit to Fort Kochi, a historic and charming seaside neighborhood. Visit the St. Francis Church, the oldest European church in India, and the iconic Chinese Fishing Nets. Take a walk through Jew Town and explore the antique shops and spice markets. End the day with a Kathakali performance, a traditional dance-drama of Kerala.

  2. Day 2: Munnar
    4 hours (120 km) from Cochin

    Drive to Munnar, a hill station known for its picturesque tea plantations and natural beauty. Visit the Tea Museum to learn about the history and production of tea. Take a stroll through the town and enjoy the cool mountain air. Go on a scenic drive to Echo Point and Top Station for breathtaking views of the surrounding hills and valleys.

  3. Day 3: Thekkady
    3 hours (91.5 km) from Munnar

    Head to Thekkady, home to the Periyar National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary. Take a boat ride on the Periyar Lake and spot elephants, tigers, and other wildlife. Visit the Spice Plantations and learn about the various spices grown in the region. In the evening, attend a traditional Kalaripayattu martial arts performance.

  4. Day 4: Alleppey
    3 hours (140 km) from Thekkady

    End your Kerala trip with a relaxing houseboat ride through the backwaters of Alleppey. Enjoy the lush green scenery, village life, and local cuisine. Visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary to spot various species of birds. In the evening, watch a mesmerizing Kathakali performance.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • St. Francis Church (1 hour, free)
  • Chinese Fishing Nets (30 minutes, free)
  • Kathakali Performance (2 hours, INR 400-500 per person)
  • Tea Museum (1.5 hours, INR 120 per person)
  • Scenic Drive to Echo Point and Top Station (4 hours, INR 500 per person)
  • Boat Ride on Periyar Lake (2 hours, INR 350-500 per person)
  • Spice Plantations (1.5 hours, INR 100 per person)
  • Kalaripayattu Martial Arts Performance (1.5 hours, INR 200-300 per person)
  • Houseboat Ride in Alleppey (6 hours, INR 8000-12000 per boat)
  • Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary (2 hours, INR 50 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 10,840-13,640 for a family of four
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