4-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary: Visakhapatnam to Kerala in July 2023

1. Day 1: Araku Valley
   3 hours 55 minutes (116.9 miles) from Visakhapatnam

   Start your trip with a scenic drive to Araku Valley. In the morning, explore the Borra Caves which is one of the largest caves in India. In the afternoon, visit the Tribal Museum to learn about the local tribes and their culture. End your day with a leisurely walk around the Padmapuram Gardens.

2. Day 2: Kozhikode
   11 hours 45 minutes (578.1 miles) from Araku Valley

   Take a long drive to Kozhikode and enjoy the scenic views of the Western Ghats. In the morning, visit the Kozhikode Beach, take a dip in the Arabian Sea and enjoy the local street food. In the afternoon, visit the Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary to see migratory birds. End your day with a visit to the Mananchira Square to enjoy the musical fountain and light show.

3. Day 3: Wayanad
   2 hours 15 minutes (63.6 miles) from Kozhikode

   Start your day with a visit to the Edakkal Caves which are known for its pictorial paintings. In the afternoon, visit the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary to get up close and personal with elephants and tigers. End your day with a nature walk in the Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary.

4. Day 4: Alleppey
   6 hours 40 minutes (142.9 miles) from Wayanad

   Travel to Alleppey, the Venice of the East, and enjoy a scenic boat ride through the backwaters. In the afternoon, visit the Alleppey Beach to enjoy the sunset and some local seafood. End your day with a visit to the Ambalappuzha Sri Krishna Temple to witness the evening puja.

Recommendations

If time permits, you can also consider visiting the Silent Valley National Park in Wayanad and the St. Angelo Fort in Kannur. Don't forget to try the local cuisine and buy some spices to take back home. For a more luxurious experience, you can also consider staying in a houseboat in the backwaters of Alleppey.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Borra Caves (2 hours, INR 60)
• Tribal Museum (2 hours, INR 20)
• Padmapuram Gardens (1 hour, INR 30)
• Kozhikode Beach (2 hours, INR 50)
• Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary (2 hours, INR 50)
• Mananchira Square (2 hours, INR 10)
• Edakkal Caves (2 hours, INR 40)
• Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary (3 hours, INR 250)
• Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary (2 hours, INR 100)
• Boat ride in Alleppey Backwaters (4 hours, INR 1000)
• Alleppey Beach (2 hours, INR 100)
• Ambalappuzha Sri Krishna Temple (1 hour, Free)
• Total Estimated Costs: INR 1730