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Kerala City Experiences Itinerary - August 2023

  1. Day 1: Fort Kochi
    1 hour 6 minutes (20.6 km) from Cochin International Airport

    In the morning, explore the Dutch Palace and St. Francis Church, the oldest European church in India. In the afternoon, visit the Chinese Fishing Nets and enjoy the sunset at Fort Kochi Beach. In the evening, watch a Kathakali performance.

  2. Day 2: Mattancherry
    7 minutes (2 km) from Fort Kochi

    Visit the Paradesi Synagogue and the Jew Town Market in the morning. In the afternoon, experience the traditional Kerala-style architecture of the Mattancherry Palace and explore the spice markets. In the evening, enjoy the local street food.

  3. Day 3: Thiruvananthapuram
    4 hours 35 minutes (212.5 km) from Mattancherry

    In the morning, visit the Padmanabhaswamy Temple and the Napier Museum. In the afternoon, explore the Kovalam Beach and the Lighthouse Beach. In the evening, take a stroll on the Shankumugham Beach and enjoy the local seafood.

  4. Day 4: Kollam
    1 hour 30 minutes (63.7 km) from Thiruvananthapuram

    In the morning, take a leisurely boat ride on Astamudi Lake. In the afternoon, visit the historic Thangasseri Lighthouse and beach. In the evening, explore the Kollam Backwaters on a houseboat.

  5. Day 5: Alleppey
    1 hour 25 minutes (56.9 km) from Kollam

    In the morning, experience the traditional Kerala-style architecture of the Krishnapuram Palace. In the afternoon, explore the Alleppey Beach and take a cruise on the backwaters. In the evening, enjoy a relaxing Ayurvedic massage.

  6. Day 6: Kochi
    1 hour 26 minutes (54.2 km) from Alleppey

    In the morning, visit the Hill Palace Museum in Tripunithura. In the afternoon, take a walk through Marine Drive and enjoy the scenic views. In the evening, explore the local markets and indulge in some shopping.

  7. Day 7: Kumarakom
    1 hour 20 minutes (44.8 km) from Kochi

    In the morning, take a bird-watching tour in the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. In the afternoon, explore the backwaters of Vembanad Lake by boat. In the evening, enjoy the traditional Kerala cuisine.

Recommendations

You can also visit the Munnar Hill Station for a scenic experience or take a trip to the Athirapally Waterfalls. You can also try a traditional Kerala houseboat stay for a night or two. To maximise your fun, try local transport such as tuk-tuks or ferries. Also, keep an eye out for local festivals and events.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Dutch Palace (1 hour, ₹5)
  • St. Francis Church (30 minutes, free)
  • Chinese Fishing Nets (1 hour, ₹50)
  • Fort Kochi Beach (2 hours, free)
  • Kathakali performance (2 hours, ₹500)
  • Paradesi Synagogue (1 hour, ₹5)
  • Jew Town Market (1 hour, free)
  • Mattancherry Palace (1 hour, ₹5)
  • Spice markets (1 hour, free)
  • Local street food (2 hours, ₹150)
  • Padmanabhaswamy Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Napier Museum (2 hours, ₹10)
  • Kovalam Beach (2 hours, free)
  • Lighthouse Beach (2 hours, free)
  • Shankumugham Beach (2 hours, free)
  • Boat ride on Astamudi Lake (3 hours, ₹800)
  • Thangasseri Lighthouse (1 hour, ₹20)
  • Kollam Backwaters on a houseboat (6 hours, ₹5000)
  • Krishnapuram Palace (1 hour, ₹20)
  • Alleppey Beach (2 hours, free)
  • Cruise on the backwaters (4 hours, ₹2000)
  • Ayurvedic massage (1 hour, ₹1000)
  • Hill Palace Museum (2 hours, ₹30)
  • Marine Drive (2 hours, free)
  • Local markets and shopping (2 hours, cost varies)
  • Bird-watching tour (2 hours, ₹500)
  • Backwaters of Vembanad Lake by boat (4 hours, ₹3000)
  • Traditional Kerala cuisine (2 hours, ₹500)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹12,105
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