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A Luxury 7-Day Kerala, Kochi, and Thrivumtpura Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Fort Kochi Beach
    45 minutes (23.5 km) from Cochin International Airport

    Start your luxury trip by enjoying the beautiful sunset at Fort Kochi Beach. In the morning, take a stroll along the beach and visit the St. Francis Church. Enjoy a delicious seafood lunch at Seagull Restaurant and explore the Indo-Portuguese Museum. In the evening, attend a Kathakali dance performance at the Kerala Kathakali Centre.

  2. Day 2: Mattancherry Palace
    20 minutes (6.5 km) from Fort Kochi Beach

    In the morning, visit the Mattancherry Palace, also known as the Dutch Palace, to admire its stunning murals. Stop at David Hall Gallery & Cafe for a quick bite and then head to the Paradesi Synagogue and Jew Town. Shop for souvenirs, spices, and tea before enjoying a luxurious dinner at the Malabar Junction Restaurant.

  3. Day 3: Kerala Folklore Museum
    20 minutes (7.5 km) from Mattancherry Palace

    Spend the morning at the Kerala Folklore Museum, which showcases the state’s art, music, and dance forms. Have a traditional lunch at the Malabar House and then visit the Hill Palace Museum, which houses the collections of the former Maharaja of Kochi. Relax at the Bolgatty Palace and Island Resort with a cup of tea in the evening.

  4. Day 4: Wonderla Amusement Park
    30 minutes (17.5 km) from Kerala Folklore Museum

    Have a fun-filled day at Wonderla Amusement Park. Enjoy the thrilling rides and water slides, and have lunch at the park’s restaurant. Head to the LuLu Mall for shopping in the evening or relax at the hotel’s spa. Have a light dinner at the Teapot Cafe before calling it a night.

  5. Day 5: Athirappilly Waterfalls
    1 hour 20 minutes (63 km) from Wonderla Amusement Park

    Spend the day at the Athirappilly Waterfalls, which is also known as the Niagara Falls of India. Enjoy a picnic lunch at the falls and take a dip in the natural pool. Head to the Vazhachal Waterfalls for more scenic beauty in the evening. Have dinner at the Rainforest Restaurant before heading back to the hotel.

  6. Day 6: Vypeen Island
    30 minutes (16.5 km) from Athirappilly Waterfalls

    Take a boat ride to Vypeen Island in the morning and visit the Cherai Beach. Have a seafood lunch at the Cafe Paradiso and then visit the Pallipuram Fort, which is the oldest surviving European fort in India. In the evening, enjoy a sunset cruise with dinner on the boat.

  7. Day 7: Thrivumtpura
    1 hour 15 minutes (25 km) from Vypeen Island

    End your luxury trip by visiting the scenic hill station of Thrivumtpura. Take a hike to the Meenmutty Waterfalls and have lunch at the KTDC Pepper Grove Restaurant. Visit the Kurisumala Ashram and then relax at the Panamaram viewpoint. Have dinner at the Sky Restaurant before heading back to the hotel.

Recommendations

Don't miss the chance to experience a traditional Ayurvedic massage or attend a cooking class to learn the secrets of Kerala cuisine. Take a side trip to the backwaters of Alleppey for a charming houseboat ride. Make the most of your trip by hiring a private driver to avoid the hassle of public transportation.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • St. Francis Church (1 hour, free)
  • Indo-Portuguese Museum (2 hours, ₹200)
  • Kerala Kathakali Centre (2 hours, ₹1,000)
  • Mattancherry Palace (1 hour, ₹5)
  • David Hall Gallery & Cafe (1 hour, ₹500)
  • Paradesi Synagogue and Jew Town (2 hours, ₹10)
  • Hill Palace Museum (2 hours, ₹30)
  • Bolgatty Palace and Island Resort (2 hours, free)
  • Wonderla Amusement Park (8 hours, ₹2,000)
  • LuLu Mall (2 hours, free)
  • Athirappilly Waterfalls (8 hours, ₹100)
  • Vazhachal Waterfalls (2 hours, ₹10)
  • Cherai Beach (4 hours, free)
  • Pallipuram Fort (1 hour, free)
  • Kurisumala Ashram (2 hours, free)
  • Panamaram viewpoint (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs (per person): ₹3,865
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