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4-Day City Experiences Itinerary for Kerala in August 2023

  1. Day 1: Explore the City of Kochi
    30 minutes (12.1 km) from Cochin International Airport

    In the morning, visit the iconic Chinese fishing nets and St. Francis Church. Head to the Mattancherry Palace to see the exquisite murals and artefacts. For lunch, try out traditional Kerala cuisine at the Dal Roti restaurant. In the afternoon, visit the Jew Town, home to antique shops and the Paradesi Synagogue. In the evening, explore the Fort Kochi beach and watch the sunset.

  2. Day 2: Discover the Charm of Thiruvananthapuram
    4 hours (219 km) from Kochi

    Start your day with a visit to the magnificent Padmanabhaswamy Temple and marvel at its architecture. Head to the Kuthira Malika palace to see the traditional Kerala-style architecture and wooden carvings. For lunch, try out the traditional Sadya meal at the Ariya Nivaas vegetarian restaurant. In the afternoon, visit the Napier Museum to see the art and artefacts. In the evening, take a stroll along the Kovalam beach and enjoy the nightlife.

  3. Day 3: Explore the Natural Beauty of Munnar
    4 hours 30 minutes (130 km) from Thiruvananthapuram

    Start your day with a visit to the Eravikulam National Park to see the endangered Nilgiri Tahr. Head to the Tea Museum to learn about the history and production of tea in Munnar. For lunch, try out the local cuisine at the Rapsy restaurant. In the afternoon, visit the Mattupetty Dam and take a speedboat ride. In the evening, take a walk around the beautiful Munnar town and enjoy the cool breeze.

  4. Day 4: Enjoy the Serenity of Alleppey
    3 hours 20 minutes (150 km) from Munnar

    Start your day with a visit to the Alleppey beach and enjoy the sunrise. Head to the Krishnapuram Palace to see the traditional architecture and mural paintings. For lunch, try out the seafood at the Thaff Delicacy restaurant. In the afternoon, take a relaxing cruise along the backwaters of Alleppey and witness the daily life of the locals. In the evening, enjoy the spectacular sunset view at the Alappuzha Lighthouse.

Recommendations

Don't miss out on the cultural performances at the Kerala Kathakali Centre in Kochi. If you have time, take a day trip to the scenic Athirappilly Waterfalls. You can also visit the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary and go for a jungle safari. To maximize your fun, try out the Ayurvedic spa treatments and traditional houseboat stay in Alleppey.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Chinese fishing nets (30 mins, free)
  • St. Francis Church (30 mins, free)
  • Mattancherry Palace (1 hour, ₹ 50)
  • Paradesi Synagogue (30 mins, ₹ 5)
  • Fort Kochi beach (1 hour, free)
  • Padmanabhaswamy Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Kuthira Malika palace (1 hour, ₹ 20)
  • Ariya Nivaas vegetarian restaurant (1 hour, ₹ 300)
  • Napier Museum (1.5 hours, ₹ 20)
  • Kovalam beach (1 hour, free)
  • Eravikulam National Park (2 hours, ₹ 120)
  • Tea Museum (1.5 hours, ₹ 130)
  • Rapsy restaurant (1 hour, ₹ 400)
  • Mattupetty Dam (1 hour, ₹ 25)
  • Alleppey beach (1 hour, free)
  • Krishnapuram Palace (1 hour, ₹ 20)
  • Thaff Delicacy restaurant (1 hour, ₹ 800)
  • Backwater cruise (2 hours, ₹ 1500)
  • Alappuzha Lighthouse (1 hour, ₹ 20)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹ 3,160
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