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Kerala Family-Friendly 7-Day Itinerary in December 2023

  1. Day 1: Fort Kochi
    1 hour (23 km) from Cochin International Airport

    Explore the charming streets of Fort Kochi, visit St. Francis Church, the oldest European-built church in India and take a stroll along the Chinese fishing nets. Don't miss the Kathakali dance performance in the evening.

  2. Day 2: Munnar
    4 hours 30 minutes (130 km) from Fort Kochi

    Embark on a scenic drive to Munnar, a hill station known for its rolling hills, tea plantations and picturesque landscapes. Visit the Tata Tea Museum, go trekking at the Anamudi Peak and enjoy a cup of tea with a view.

  3. Day 3: Thekkady
    3 hours 20 minutes (91 km) from Munnar

    Explore the Periyar National Park, home to tigers, elephants, and various other wildlife. Take a boat ride on the Periyar Lake, attend a Kathakali or Kalaripayattu performance and savor the local cuisine.

  4. Day 4: Kumarakom
    4 hours 20 minutes (130 km) from Thekkady

    Cruise through the backwaters of Kumarakom, enjoy a traditional Kerala-style lunch on a houseboat and visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. Relax at the beach and indulge in Ayurvedic treatments.

  5. Day 5: Alleppey
    1 hour 30 minutes (40 km) from Kumarakom

    Visit the Alappuzha Beach, take a canal cruise, and explore the paddy fields and coconut groves. Experience the charm of the backwaters with the boat race, taste the local toddy and visit the Marari Beach.

  6. Day 6: Kovalam
    3 hours 30 minutes (220 km) from Alleppey

    Relax on the beautiful Kovalam Beach, watch the fishermen at work and visit the lighthouse. Take a dip in the sea, try some water sports, and enjoy some delicious seafood.

  7. Day 7: Trivandrum
    30 minutes (15 km) from Kovalam

    Visit the Padmanabhaswamy Temple, an architectural masterpiece, explore the Napier Museum, home to a collection of ancient and modern art and artifacts. Head to the Kuthira Malika Palace, a museum of the erstwhile Travancore Kingdom and enjoy some last-minute shopping at the local markets.

Recommendations

Consider a visit to the Athirapally Waterfalls, watch a snake boat race in Alappuzha, and indulge in some shopping at the Jew Town in Fort Kochi. Don't miss the opportunity to taste the local seafood delicacies, try a traditional Ayurvedic massage and watch a Theyyam performance.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • St. Francis Church (1 hour, free)
  • Kathakali Dance Performance (2 hours, INR 500 per person)
  • Tata Tea Museum (1 hour, INR 200 per person)
  • Anamudi Peak Trek (4 hours, INR 500 per person)
  • Periyar Lake Boat Ride (2 hours, INR 400 per person)
  • Kalaripayattu Performance (1 hour, INR 200 per person)
  • Houseboat Cruise (24 hours, INR 8000 per night)
  • Alleppey Canal Cruise (2 hours, INR 1000 per person)
  • Visit to Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Napier Museum, and Kuthira Malika Palace (4 hours, INR 200 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 9500 per person
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