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7-Day Kerala Itinerary for Family Friendly Travelers in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Fort Kochi
    1 hour 10 minutes (39.7 km) from Cochin International Airport

    Explore the charming Fort Kochi with its Dutch, Portuguese, and British colonial architecture. Visit St. Francis Church, the oldest European church in India, and the iconic Chinese Fishing Nets. Enjoy a Kathakali dance performance at the Kerala Kathakali Centre in the evening.

  2. Day 2: Munnar
    4 hours 30 minutes (127.4 km) from Fort Kochi

    Head to the hill station of Munnar and visit the Tea Museum to learn about the region's tea-making history. Take a scenic drive to Top Station for breathtaking views of the Western Ghats. End the day with a campfire and stargazing experience.

  3. Day 3: Thekkady
    3 hours 30 minutes (92.2 km) from Munnar

    Experience the wildlife at Periyar National Park with a guided jungle safari. Take a boat ride on the Periyar Lake and spot elephants, tigers, and other wildlife. Visit the Spice Plantation to learn about the region's spices and their medicinal properties.

  4. Day 4: Kumarakom
    3 hours 30 minutes (131.1 km) from Thekkady

    Relax and rejuvenate at the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary with a birdwatching tour. Take a traditional houseboat ride through the backwaters of Kerala and savor the local cuisine. End the day with a relaxing Ayurvedic massage.

  5. Day 5: Kovalam
    4 hours 15 minutes (178.1 km) from Kumarakom

    Head to the beach town of Kovalam and relax on the sandy beaches. Visit the Lighthouse Beach and enjoy water sports activities like parasailing and jet skiing. Take a sunset boat ride to enjoy the beauty of the Arabian Sea.

  6. Day 6: Thiruvananthapuram
    25 minutes (9.6 km) from Kovalam

    Explore the capital city of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram. Visit the Padmanabhaswamy Temple and marvel at its Dravidian architecture. Take a stroll through the lush greenery of the Napier Museum and Zoo. End the day with a delicious seafood dinner at the local restaurants.

  7. Day 7: Varkala
    1 hour 15 minutes (45.7 km) from Thiruvananthapuram

    Visit the beach town of Varkala and witness the stunning cliff views of the Arabian Sea. Take a dip in the mineral-rich waters of the Varkala Beach. Visit the Janardanaswamy Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu. End the day with a yoga and meditation session at the beach.

Recommendations

Don't miss out on the authentic local cuisine of Kerala, including the famous fish curry and rice. Consider attending a traditional Kerala wedding or visiting a local village to experience the rural lifestyle. Don't forget to buy some spices and tea to take back home.

Points of Interest

  • Fort Kochi
  • Munnar Tea Museum
  • Periyar National Park
  • Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
  • Kovalam Lighthouse Beach
  • Padmanabhaswamy Temple
  • Varkala Beach
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