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Kerala Family-Friendly 7-Day Itinerary in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Fort Kochi
    1 hour 15 minutes (29.8 miles) from Cochin International Airport

    Start your trip in Fort Kochi, a major tourist destination known for its diverse history and cultural influences. Visit the Indo-Portuguese Museum, St. Francis Church, and the iconic Chinese fishing nets. Enjoy the sunset at the Fort Kochi Beach before trying traditional Kerala cuisine at Dal Roti.

  2. Day 2: Munnar
    4 hours 10 minutes (88.4 miles) from Fort Kochi

    Escape the heat and head to the hill station of Munnar. Visit the tea plantations, Eravikulam National Park, and Mattupetty Dam. Stay at the family-friendly Bellmount Resort and enjoy the scenic views of the surrounding hills.

  3. Day 3: Thekkady
    3 hours 20 minutes (90.9 miles) from Munnar

    Head to Thekkady, a nature lover's paradise. Take a boat ride on Periyar Lake to see the wildlife, including elephants, tigers, and deer. Visit the spice plantations and see how the aromatic spices are grown and processed. Stay at the Jungle Palace Homestay for a unique local experience.

  4. Day 4: Alleppey
    3 hours (86.7 miles) from Thekkady

    Experience the famous Kerala backwaters by taking a houseboat ride in Alleppey. Enjoy the peaceful scenery of the canals and lagoons and try some local seafood. Stay overnight on the houseboat for a truly unique experience.

  5. Day 5: Kumarakom
    1 hour 30 minutes (35.4 miles) from Alleppey

    Head to Kumarakom, a popular destination for birdwatching and eco-tourism. Visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary to see various species of birds, including egrets, herons, and kingfishers. Stay at the Lake Palace Resort and enjoy the serene surroundings.

  6. Day 6: Kovalam
    4 hours (106 miles) from Kumarakom

    End your trip with some beach time at Kovalam, known for its crescent-shaped beaches and calm waters. Visit the Lighthouse Beach, the Hawa Beach, and the Samudra Beach. Stay at the Uday Samudra Leisure Beach Hotel & Spa and enjoy the various activities offered.

  7. Day 7: Thiruvananthapuram
    30 minutes (9 miles) from Kovalam

    Explore the capital city of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram. Visit the Padmanabhaswamy Temple, one of the richest temples in the world. Learn about Kerala's traditional art forms at the Napier Museum and the Kuthira Malika Palace. Enjoy some local street food before departing from Trivandrum International Airport.

Recommendations

Consider visiting the Athirapally Waterfalls, the largest waterfall in Kerala, or the Varkala Beach, a scenic beach town, if time allows. To maximize your fun, try local activities like martial arts classes, cooking classes, and Ayurvedic massages. Additionally, if you are traveling with young children, the Wonderla Amusement Park in Kochi is a great option.

Points of Interest

  • Indo-Portuguese Museum
  • St. Francis Church
  • Chinese fishing nets
  • Tea plantations in Munnar
  • Eravikulam National Park
  • Mattupetty Dam
  • Periyar Lake
  • Spice plantations in Thekkady
  • Kerala backwaters in Alleppey
  • Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
  • Lighthouse Beach in Kovalam
  • Hawa Beach in Kovalam
  • Samudra Beach in Kovalam
  • Padmanabhaswamy Temple
  • Napier Museum
  • Kuthira Malika Palace
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